Psychologist, author, and businesswoman Michelle Minnikin brings her trademark honesty to this episode of Be With Anna Brand. Michelle talks about what she calls “good girl conditioning” the unspoken rules and expectations that shape how women are meant to behave, and how those patterns can limit confidence, ambition, and authenticity.

We get into her journey of growing up, her work with women (and men) navigating identity and power, and why she believes staying small is a choice. From anger, self-criticism, and judgment, to aging, resilience, and crone energy, Michelle doesn’t hold back.

👉 A quote that stood out: “We evolved as humans to have wise women. They are at the height of their power.”