We all have them—relationships, jobs, habits, or beliefs that once served us well but now hold us back. Yet something keeps us hanging on, trapped in a comfortable prison of our own making. Why is letting go so difficult, even when we know it's time?

This episode dives deep into our reluctance to release what no longer serves us. I explore how fear of loss often outweighs potential gain, how our identities become entangled with roles we've outgrown, and how emotional attachments keep us tethered to the familiar even when it's harming us.

Through personal stories and practical insights, I share how holding onto these outdated parts of our lives affects everything from our mental wellbeing to our physical health and stunts our personal growth in ways we don't always recognize. I've been there—clinging to corporate roles that burned me out, relationships that drained my energy, and limiting beliefs about who I could become.

Let's get into it! 

Chapters: 

• 0:00: Reframing Loss as Opportunity
• 1:08: Introduction to The Confident Podcast
• 6:56: Why We Hold On to Things That Don't Serve Us
• 10:45: The Psychology Behind Holding On
• 17:55: How Holding On Affects Mental and Physical Health
• 21:35: Recognizing When It's Time to Let Go
• 24:41: Strategies for Letting Go and Moving Forward
• 29:20: Challenge and Call to Action

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