In this solo episode of Similarly Different, I’m talking about the lifelong lesson of saying no without guilt, and the real work it takes to let go of people-pleasing tendencies.
If you’ve ever felt the weight of being misunderstood, feared disappointing others, or constantly overcommitted to avoid uncomfortable conversations, this one’s for you! I open up about the messy middle of learning to set boundaries, why I used to say yes out of fear, and how protecting your peace isn’t selfish... it’s self-respect.
We also hear from a listener who asked about how to turn down a second date without ghosting or feeling like the bad guy. Spoiler: Honoring your gut is not mean, it’s necessary!
✨ Let me know in the comments: Where in your life do you need to say no more often?
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• Saying no without over explaining
  
• People-pleasing and burnout
  
• Guilt for protecting your peace
  
• Feeling responsible for others’ emotions
  
• Setting boundaries with friends, family, or work
  

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In today’s episode of Similarly Different, I'm sitting down with Noor Siddiqui — founder of Orchid, a groundbreaking company that's changing the way we think about genetics, fertility, and embryo testing. We dive into what Orchid is, how embryo screening works, and why Noor believes we’re entering a future where everyone will use genetic testing before pregnancy! Whether you’re curious about having kids one day, actively trying, navigating IVF, or simply want to understand how genetics shapes our future... this episode is for you!
💡 Highlights:

• What is Orchid and what does embryo screening really do?
  
• Noor’s personal story and why she started this company
  
• De novo mutations, inherited conditions & polygenic risk scores (explained simply!)
  
• Why sperm health matters just as much as egg count
  
• Stress, burnout, and lifestyle’s hidden effects on fertility
  
• The controversial debate: science vs. spirituality in family planning
  

👇 Let me know in the comments: Would YOU want to know your embryo's risk for certain diseases before pregnancy?
🔗 Learn more about Orchid: https://www.orchidhealth.com

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Fresh off my birthday, I found myself sitting in some heavy but honest reflections about identity, worth, and why so many women constantly question whether they’re too much or not enough. From feeling misunderstood in relationships to being judged in professional spaces, I open up about what it means to take up space unapologetically… and how I’ve learned not to carry what was never mine to hold.
Let’s unpack it all! From societal double standards, to the real impact of criticism (especially from people we love), to how I’ve learned to set boundaries around what I choose to receive. This episode is your reminder: you are not too much and you are always enough!
🎧 Listen if you’ve ever struggled with:

• Being “too loud,” “too emotional,” or “too ambitious”
• Rejection in friendships, dating, or career
• Comparing yourself on social media
• People-pleasing or overanalyzing your interactions
• The pressure to tone yourself down to be accepted

📩 Share this with a friend who needs to be reminded of their magic!

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