A deeply personal and inspiring episode that invites you to gently explore a question many of us were never taught to ask: What are you proud of—about yourself?

In this heart-opening conversation, we share honest reflections on identity, humility, and the discomfort so many of us feel around owning our success.

You’ll hear personal stories about pride, parenting, professional pivots, and the quiet courage it takes to celebrate yourself out loud.

You’ll also hear how this question has become a meaningful part of Jessie’s retreats and how it has changed lives, including her own.

Pearls of Wisdom:

• Feeling proud is not the same as arrogance—it’s a practice of self-recognition and self-love that can shift everything from imposter syndrome to confidence.

• Many high achievers, especially women and physicians, have been conditioned to deflect compliments and downplay their accomplishments. When we choose to own our worth, we give others permission to do the same.

• Redefining success on your own terms allows for authenticity, joy, and a more aligned life—one not driven by ego, but by meaning and values.

• Celebrating our contributions—no matter how small—helps us show up brighter, more inspired, and more grounded in purpose.

• Pride often involves courage: moving practices, raising children, recovering from illness, creating businesses, setting boundaries, and choosing aligned paths all take intentional effort and bravery.

Reflection Questions:

• What are you proud of—about yourself?

• What’s your current definition of success, and does it reflect what you truly value?

• Is there something you need to let go of to define success on your own terms?

• What might shift if you stopped deflecting praise and began celebrating your contributions?

• What’s one thing you’ll commit to owning more fully going forward?

If this conversation resonates with you and you’re ready to explore your worth, voice, and purpose in a deeper way, consider joining Jessie for a retreat at www.jessiemahoneymd.com/retreats or for coaching at www.jessiemahoneymd.com/coaching.

These spaces are crafted for exactly this kind of transformation.

If you’d like to bring this conversation to your team or audience, We both offer speaking and workshops at www.jessiemahoneymd.com/speaking. And www.awakenbreath.org.

*Nothing shared in the Healing Medicine Podcast is medical advice.