CONSISTENT by Primal Potential

1332: The Book That Blew My Mind: Why Independence Might Be Hurting You


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What if one of the qualities you’ve always taken pride in—your independence—is actually keeping you stuck, isolated, and fragile?

In this episode, I’m sharing how the book The Family Economy by Rory Groves completely reframed my understanding of strength, success, relationships, and even coaching. I open up about the way I was raised to value self-reliance, how I wore it as a badge of honor for years, and why I now see it as a form of quiet fragility.

You’ll hear why dependence—when built intentionally—is not weakness, but a deeper kind of strength. One that stabilizes marriages, empowers families, accelerates progress, and deepens friendships.

This episode is for anyone who’s ever said, “I should be able to figure this out on my own,” and who’s ready to consider a more powerful—and connected—way forward.

In this episode:
  • How I was raised to see independence as strength

  • Why The Family Economy changed my view of success

  • How true strength is rooted in interdependence

  • What this means for families, friendships, and coaching

  • Why asking for help strengthens relationships

  • How coaching works best when we lean in, not isolate

Links & Resources:
  • The Family Economy by Rory Groves 

  • Apply to work closely with me in our 8-week DEFENSE program! 

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