So many of us believe we should be able to be brave on our own. That courage is something we’re supposed to summon from within—without asking for help, without needing anyone. But what if that idea is quietly keeping us stuck? In this episode, we look at what really fuels courage, and how our early experiences with connection—or the lack of it—shape whether we can move forward when life gets hard.

We’ll explore how some of the ways you “get in your own way” might actually be protective patterns rooted in past disconnection. And we’ll talk about why courage is so much easier to access when we feel truly supported, seen, and safe. You don’t have to hustle harder to find your courage. You might just need the right kind of connection.

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🔑 Three Takeaways:

1. Courage requires co-regulation. You’re wired to feel safer when you're connected to others—and this helps you face fear.

2. Early relational wounds create protective behaviors. What looks like self-sabotage might actually be an old survival strategy.

3. Belonging fuels belief. When we feel truly supported and seen, we’re more likely to believe in ourselves and take the next brave step.

Feeling truly connected

doesn’t just comfort us,

it literally rewires us to be braver.

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In this episode, we’re exploring the invisible ways boundary issues show up in our everyday routines - especially in how we manage time, energy, and expectations. Most of us think of boundaries as things we set with other people, but what about the quiet, internal boundaries we often ignore? Like the ones that involve being realistic about what we can actually get done, or giving ourselves time to rest, think, and reset?

You’ll hear a fresh take on how things like over-planning, skipping buffer time, and pushing through exhaustion aren’t just bad habits - they’re symptoms of boundary blind spots. We’ll dig into what’s really going on when you feel behind, overwhelmed, or frustrated with yourself—and how small mindset shifts around time and planning can make a big difference in how you feel and function.

Three Takeaways

1. Boundaries aren’t just for relationships, they also show up in how you treat your time, your schedule, and your capacity.

2. There’s often a gap between what we expect of ourselves and what’s actually humanly possible - and ignoring that gap creates daily stress.

1. Confidence and calm don’t come from doing more, they come from creating space for what matters most.

Overloading yourself

isn’t strength –

it’s

self-abandonment.

Get your FREE Boundaries Ebook here!

If you're ready to find your voice, set healthy boundaries, and create more fulfilling relationships, this guide is your roadmap!

Need more? Check out the Masterclass on Reclaiming Your Voice:

https://www.findyourvoicecourse.com/beyond-words

Hey! My signature course is live! I am so excited to also offer a free upgrade to the group coaching program. Be sure to click here to check it out:

https://findyourvoicecourse.com/

Need coaching? Sign up here for your Power Hour, where you and I can get you started on your confidence journey!

https://findyourvoicecourse.com/power-hour

Resources:

Join the private Facebook group! It’s a great group of people working on themselves…and supporting each other. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1212485642262143

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When life feels overwhelming, whether due to personal stress or world events, it can be incredibly hard to stay grounded and connected to yourself. In this episode, we’re normalizing just how real that struggle is. We explore what’s actually happening in the brain and body during chaotic times and why staying centered isn't about perfection - it’s about small, compassionate returns to yourself.

We’ll also look at how healthy boundaries, detachment, values, and even grief play a role in helping you feel more rooted in your own life. If you’ve been feeling off-track or disconnected, this episode offers clarity, validation, and a few small, gentle ways to begin again.

Three Takeaways:

• Why your nervous system may be driving the chaos more than you realize
• The real reason peace feels uncomfortable after living in survival mode
• How to reclaim your sense of self—five seconds at a time

You’re not failing –

you’re in the middle

of something hard.

And your nervous system

is doing its best

to protect you

Get your FREE Boundaries Ebook here!

If you're ready to find your voice, set healthy boundaries, and create more fulfilling relationships, this guide is your roadmap!

Need more? Check out the Masterclass on Reclaiming Your Voice:

https://www.findyourvoicecourse.com/beyond-words

Hey! My signature course is live! I am so excited to also offer a free upgrade to the group coaching program. Be sure to click here to check it out:

https://findyourvoicecourse.com/

Need coaching? Sign up here for your Power Hour, where you and I can get you started on your confidence journey!

https://findyourvoicecourse.com/power-hour

Resources:

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There are patterns we carry that don’t always make sense at first—like why we feel guilty for saying no, why success makes us uncomfortable, or why we shrink ourselves in moments when we should feel proud. In this episode, we’re exploring one of the most overlooked but powerful forces behind those reactions. It’s something that shows up quietly, influences how we speak, what we believe we deserve, and how much space we allow ourselves to take up.

We’ll talk about where this internal pattern comes from, how it shows up in everyday life, and most importantly, how to recognize it when it’s happening. This episode is about awareness, self-compassion, and learning how to let go of what no longer needs to protect us. If you've ever wondered why certain moments trigger deep discomfort, this is the conversation for you.

Three Key Takeaways

1️. Some of our strongest emotional reactions today are rooted in protective patterns from the past.

2️. The way we talk to ourselves is often shaped by old beliefs we didn't choose—but we can change that.

3️. The first step to freedom is recognizing what we’re feeling and asking: Is this true, or is this familiar?

You’re not broken—

you’ve just learned

to feel shame in moments

where you were once

made to feel unsafe.

Get your FREE Boundaries Ebook here!

If you're ready to find your voice, set healthy boundaries, and create more fulfilling relationships, this guide is your roadmap!

Need more? Check out the Masterclass on Reclaiming Your Voice:

https://www.findyourvoicecourse.com/beyond-words

Hey! My signature course is live! I am so excited to also offer a free upgrade to the group coaching program. Be sure to click here to check it out:

https://findyourvoicecourse.com/

Need coaching? Sign up here for your Power Hour, where you and I can get you started on your confidence journey!

https://findyourvoicecourse.com/power-hour

Resources:

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Thank you for tuning in to this podcast. Please remember to leave a positive review on your podcast platform and let us know how this episode has been helpful. Also don’t forget to subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or Spotify so you don’t miss a thing!

Growth isn’t just about changing yourself—it’s about changing the way you engage with the world around you. And as you evolve, it’s natural to find that some relationships no longer align with where you’re headed. This isn’t a sign that something is wrong; it’s proof that you’re making real progress. While it can be difficult to navigate the tension, grief, or even resistance from others, staying true to your growth is the most important commitment you can make to yourself.

In today’s episode, we’re diving into one of the hardest but least talked-about side effects of personal growth: outgrowing relationships. We’ll explore why this happens, how to navigate the discomfort, and what to do when you realize that some people in your life may not be able to grow with you.

Three Key Takeaways:

1️. Personal growth naturally shifts how you relate to others, and not everyone will grow with you.

2️. The tension you feel in certain relationships isn’t a sign that you’re doing something wrong—it’s a sign that you’re evolving.

3️. You don’t have to force change in others or explain your growth—staying true to yourself is enough.

Growth doesn’t just change you—

it changes what you allow,

what you tolerate,

and what you need

from the people

around you.

Get your FREE Boundaries Ebook here!

If you're ready to find your voice, set healthy boundaries, and create more fulfilling relationships, this guide is your roadmap!

Need more? Check out the Masterclass on Reclaiming Your Voice:

https://www.findyourvoicecourse.com/beyond-words

Hey! My signature course is live! I am so excited to also offer a free upgrade to the group coaching program. Be sure to click here to check it out:

https://findyourvoicecourse.com/

Need coaching? Sign up here for your Power Hour, where you and I can get you started on your confidence journey!

https://findyourvoicecourse.com/power-hour

Resources:

Join the private Facebook group! It’s a great group of people working on themselves…and supporting each other. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1212485642262143

Thank you for tuning in to this podcast. Please remember to leave a positive review on your podcast platform and let us know how this episode has been helpful. Also don’t forget to subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or Spotify so you don’t miss a thing!

Have you ever found yourself holding onto the hope that someone will change—believing in their potential more than the reality right in front of you? It’s easy to get caught up in what could be, especially when we care deeply. But at what point does patience and grace turn into self-denial? In this episode, we’re diving into the subtle but powerful ways we convince ourselves to wait for growth that may never come, why this pattern is so hard to break, and what it really takes to see people as they are—not just as we wish they would be.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in a cycle of hope, frustration, and disappointment, this conversation will help you take a step back and reassess. We’ll explore the deeper reasons behind this pattern, how to recognize when it’s keeping you stuck, and the shift in perspective that can bring clarity, peace, and healthier relationships.

Three Key Takeaways:

1. The difference between seeing potential and accepting reality.
2. How to recognize when your belief in someone’s growth is keeping you stuck.
3. The first steps to shifting your focus back to what’s true today.

There’s a difference between

supporting someone

through growth

and sacrificing ourselves

to keep believing in them.

Get your FREE Boundaries Ebook here!

If you're ready to find your voice, set healthy boundaries, and create more fulfilling relationships, this guide is your roadmap!

Need more? Check out the Masterclass on Reclaiming Your Voice:

https://www.findyourvoicecourse.com/beyond-words

Hey! My signature course is live! I am so excited to also offer a free upgrade to the group coaching program. Be sure to click here to check it out:

https://findyourvoicecourse.com/

Need coaching? Sign up here for your Power Hour, where you and I can get you started on your confidence journey!

https://findyourvoicecourse.com/power-hour

Resources:

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