Hosted by Jairus Matthew Copeland, In Need of A Tension is a safe space that facilitates and guides conversations surrounding life, relationships and the tensions that can arise. The foundation of each conversation relies upon the beliefs that more is available, better is attainable and there is always perspective to gain.
In Need of A Tension
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Hosted by Jairus Matthew Copeland, In Need of A Tension is a safe space that facilitates and guides conversations surrounding life, relationships and the tensions that can arise. The foundation of each conversation relies upon the beliefs that more is available, better is attainable and there is always perspective to gain.
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5/7/2025
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February 26, 2026
Dangerous or A Danger To Us // Handling Anger & Strong Emotions
<p>This week, Jairus Matthew Copeland explores how strong emotions—especially anger—can be reframed as powerful, productive energy rather than destructive force. He argues that while anger often gets a negative reputation, it can serve as a motivator for growth and self-actualization when it is identified, named, and given a healthy outlet; otherwise, it risks being misdirected and harming relationships and personal progress. Through reflections, practical questions, and analogies, he encourages listeners to slow their reactions, take responsibility for how they wield emotional power, and become “dangerous” in a disciplined, measured way that fuels success without making them a danger to themselves or others.</p>
February 18, 2026
I Need Help to Hope // Navigating Life's Frustrations & Circumstances Honestly
<p>This week, Jairus Matthew Copeland reflects on navigating intense frustration, fear, and mounting life pressures—from illness and impending fatherhood to financial strain and personal expectations—while grappling with anger, self-doubt, and the temptation to lose hope. Rather than offering tidy solutions, the speaker leans into honesty, emphasizing that hope is sustained not by isolation but by seeking help, leaning on community, and refusing to give up on oneself or others even in the hardest seasons. Ultimately, Jairus reframes hardship as a shared human experience and argues that resilience is built through belief, perspective, and the courage to stay connected instead of retreating into fear or cynicism.</p><p> </p>
January 28, 2026
The Pregnancy POD // Featuring Sarah Aubrey Copeland
<p>This episode features a candid, deeply personal conversation between Jairus Matthew Copeland and his wife, Sarah, as they reflect on their somewhat unexpected pregnancy journey, the physical and emotional realities of the third trimester, and the evolving identities they are stepping into as parents. Snowed in at home, they trace the moment they realized Sarah was pregnant, share the mix of fear, joy, surrender, and humor that followed, and talk openly about the toll pregnancy has taken on Sarah’s body alongside the meaning it has brought to both of them. As they prepare to welcome their daughter, Violet, they explore what motherhood and fatherhood mean to them—grappling with control, identity, faith, legacy, and the hope of raising a child grounded in who she is rather than what happens to her.</p><p> </p>
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