Have you ever looked at your growth journey and wondered if it even counts as progress? That questioning voice usually shows up when our transformation doesn't match what's celebrated on social media—the loud, visible wins that come with external validation.

This episode tackles the painful disconnect between real growth and recognized growth. We explore why so many of us dismiss our quieter victories: the healing work, boundary-setting, moment of pause before reacting, or choosing self-care instead of burnout. These transformations may not come with certificates or social media likes, but they represent profound progress that deserves acknowledgment.

You'll discover practical strategies to honor your journey, including creating a "this counts" list to document wins you'd normally overlook, redefining progress based on your current season, and catching comparison before it undermines your confidence. We dig into the powerful truth that "becoming is still movement"—even when that movement happens beneath the surface where others can't witness it.

The conversation addresses how we often measure ourselves against our "survival self"—that version who hustled, overperformed, and ignored her needs—instead of celebrating the healthier, more authentic self emerging. We talk about the courage it takes to encourage yourself when no external support is available, and how to build relationships with people who can reflect your growth back to you.

Whether you're in a healing season where showing up for yourself is progress, or a building season where having a sustainable plan counts as forward movement, this episode affirms that your journey is valid exactly as it is. Ready to transform how you measure growth? Write down three small things you've done that you wouldn't have done a year ago and join our 40-day authenticity challenge as we walk this path together—not perfectly, but honestly.