Episode Description:

Welcome back to "The Problem Is You" podcast! In this episode, Cait veers off her planned topic of imposter syndrome to explore a deeply personal and profound subject: the inevitability of death and how it shapes our lives and integrity. Cait shares her reflections on grief, mortality, and the importance of living authentically, encouraging listeners to embrace vulnerability and curiosity.

Key Topics:

- The impact of death on personal integrity and living fully

- Personal reflections on grief and loss

- The importance of curiosity and open-mindedness

- Exploring our relationship with mortality

- The significance of having uncomfortable conversations

Takeaways:

- Embracing the reality of death can help you live more authentically and fully.

- Grief and loss are integral parts of the human experience and can shape personal integrity.

- Curiosity and open-mindedness are essential for personal growth and understanding.

- Having uncomfortable conversations, even with oneself, is crucial for navigating life's complexities.

- Living in alignment with your values and integrity is a continuous journey.

Resources Mentioned:

- Follow Cait on Instagram: [@she_runs_wild](https://www.instagram.com/she_runs_wild)

- Subscribe to Cait's Substack for more insights: [12thhouseofwild.com](https://12thhouseofwild.com)

- Interview with Kyira Wackett on the podcast "Untethering Shame": [Untethering Shame]

Quotes:

- "Fear will always hand you the first reason to distract you from the truth underneath it."

- "Living in integrity is about facing the inevitability of death and using it to stay honest with yourself."

Connect with Us:

- Instagram: [@she_runs_wild](https://www.instagram.com/she_runs_wild)

- Substack: [12thhouseofwild.com](https://12thhouseofwild.com)

Join the Conversation:

Share your thoughts and experiences on living fully and facing mortality. Tag us on Instagram @she_runs_wild with your insights and reflections!

Episode Highlights:

- [00:00:00] Introduction and Cait's reflections on integrity and death

- [00:02:00] Housekeeping: Subscribe to the podcast, follow on Instagram, and check out the Substack newsletter

- [00:05:00] Personal stories of grief and loss

- [00:10:00] The role of curiosity in understanding life and death

- [00:15:00] Exploring our relationship with mortality and personal integrity

- [00:25:00] The importance of uncomfortable conversations for personal growth

- [00:33:00] Closing remarks and encouragement to leave reviews and connect via email

Outro:

Thank you for tuning in to this episode of "The Problem Is You" podcast. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favorite podcast platform. And remember, the bravest thing you can ever do in life is get to know who you really are and what you want to create with the time you have. So here's to doing the brave thing. Until next time!

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