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Are you owning your past, your story? Or are you trying to live as if it didn't exist? Many of us try to run from our past, or try to cover it up, I know I did for a long time. 

I worked hard to reinvent my life from my late teens, trying to separate myself from my "crazy" childhood. I wanted to be the type of person that no one would ever even guess what I'd been through or where I came from, and honestly, I achieved that goal. It wasn't until my late 30's that I realized how much owning your story can actually set you free. 

We all have a past, some of us have one we'd rather not remember, and owning it, especially to the world, is terrifying and one of the most difficult things you can do. But, the sense of freedom that comes from embracing it and no longer running, is so worth it. 

So, I wanna say how brave today's guest is. This is the first time she's ever shared details of her heartbreaking past with the world, and it's a VERY brave thing to do. I would love it if you could head to our Instagram and leave your feedback on today's show in our post comments, show some support and love, because this was not easy. 

Meet Sami Smith, musician, yoga instructor and women's retreat creator.

Follow Sami's journey on Insta @panthera_rising

Read my blog post How to Embrace Your Story; It's Your Greatest Asset

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About your host: Sarah Centrella is the best-selling author of several self-help books. She is a master life coach, manifesting expert, and motivational speaker, and Founder of VIVIAMO