Ever look back at your old journals and feel a wave of compassion for your younger, perhaps more lost, self? 😢 In this deeply personal Sinead Says episode, I'm in my childhood bedroom, sharing raw entries from my diaries.

Join me as I revisit the anxieties, the heartbreaks, the search for self-belief, and the invaluable lessons learned. We explore actual entries, including:

• 00:00:45 - The Power & Benefits of Journaling
• 00:06:12 - Journal Entry: Feeling Strong Travelling Alone (After Breakup)
• 00:08:14 - Journal Entry: "Pain is Temporary" - Coping with Anxiety
• 00:11:32 - Journal Entry: Reflecting on Real Love & Being Ready to Feel Again
• 00:14:15 - Journal Entry: Lessons on Resilience & Choosing Kindness (Farm Work Story)
• 00:16:49 - Journal Entry: Rock Bottom Moments & Processing Pain
• 00:24:11 - Journal Entry: Navigating Anxiety & Fear of Commitment in Relationships
• 00:25:58 - How Therapy Helped Me Trust Myself Again
• 00:27:38 - An Inspiring Quote: "Seek work that you love..."

This episode is a vulnerable reminder that our past shapes us, and understanding that "lost girl" helps us appreciate how far we've come. Journaling can be an incredible tool for that growth.

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Listen now for a journey through vulnerability, healing, and self-discovery.

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