If there’s one thing I know for sure, it’s that life is way too short to play small. For years, I tried to fit into boxes—boxes that other people built for me. I worried about being “too much,” taking up “too much” space, or making people uncomfortable just by being who I am. Sound familiar?

Here’s the thing: we are meant to take up space. We are meant to show up as our full, messy, complex, brilliant selves. And yet, so many of us hold back—whether it's because of fear, societal expectations, or just the weight of other people’s opinions.  

That’s where this episode comes in. This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt like they had to shrink themselves to be accepted. It’s for anyone who's tired of overthinking, second-guessing, or dimming their own light just to make others comfortable. It’s for people who are ready to step fully into who they are—without apology, without hesitation, and without waiting for permission. 

We’ll talk about: 

• Breaking free from expectations—whether they come from family, society, or our own self-doubt

• Building confidence—in how we speak, how we show up, and even how we dress

• Letting go of perfectionism—because spoiler alert: nobody has it all figured out

• Healing from generational cycles—what we’re keeping, what we’re unlearning, and how we move forward

• Navigating life’s big transitions—relationships, careers, personal growth, and everything in between

• Finding joy in self-expression—whether it’s through fashion, creativity, or just boldly saying this is me

 We’ll have real conversations, plenty of laughs, and maybe even some uncomfortable truths—because growth isn’t always pretty, but it’s always worth it.

So, if you’re done making yourself smaller to fit into a mold that was never meant for you… welcome. You are exactly where you belong… here!

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00:00 Overcoming Barriers to Freedom

00:41 Identifying Hidden Fears

02:22 Family Dynamics and Self-Limitation

05:24 Living Fully Despite Fear

11:33 The Journey of Self-Discovery

21:28 Parental Influence and Authenticity

27:32 Embracing Individuality and Potential

34:30 Embrace Your Capabilities 

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