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Let’s talk about something real for a second…
If you’ve ever found yourself feeling unheard, misunderstood, or straight-up overwhelmed by the noise of the world—you’re not alone. And this episode? It’s for you.
Today, I’m diving into the concept of holding space—not just for others, but for yourself. Because the truth is, most of us are so busy reacting that we forget to actually listen. We listen to respond. We interrupt. We rush to fix. And in doing that, we miss the magic.
In this episode, I’m unpacking how slowing down, choosing presence, and learning to hold space can radically change the way you show up in your relationships, in your business, and in your OWN mind.
We’re getting into things like:
✨Listening to learn instead of listening to reply
✨Why internal validation > external noise
✨How blame keeps us stuck (and what to do instead)
✨What happens when you stop moving a million miles a minute & actually feel your life again
This isn’t about perfection. It’s about awareness. It’s about responsibility. And it’s about giving yourself permission to BE—right here, right now.
So, take a breath. Let’s get grounded. Let’s get honest. Let’s go there.
🎧 Listen now. You’re worth holding space for.
00:34 Solo Episode: Perspective Shifts
02:24 The Concept of Holding Space
04:16 Listening to Understand, Not Respond
06:10 Self-Reflection and Personal Growth
18:34 The Blame Game and Its Consequences
24:36 Final Thoughts and Resources
Mentioned in the episode:
Recent Episode — The Garden Revolution: How Self-Responsibility Can Change Your Life
https://youtu.be/Lw_NRbHO4_c
My Website for Resources, Blogs, Training Videos:
www.jamiethurber.com
“Says Fucking Who” T-shirt:
https://homesweetdefiance.com/products/says-who-womens-short-sleeve-t-shirt
Please like, comment, subscribe, and share this episode and tag us with @jamie.thurber on Instagram or Jamie Thurber on Facebook. #OperationBe
Want to connect with me on social media?
www.instagram.com/jamie.thurber
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If you’re interested in getting the exclusive content I put out on the newsletter, sign up here:
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Join my community and let’s take this conversation even deeper! Operation Be: The Podcast is where I teach personalized lessons on intentional living & creating a lifestyle by design.
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Let’s talk about something real for a second…
If you’ve ever found yourself feeling unheard, misunderstood, or straight-up overwhelmed by the noise of the world—you’re not alone. And this episode? It’s for you.
Today, I’m diving into the concept of holding space—not just for others, but for yourself. Because the truth is, most of us are so busy reacting that we forget to actually listen. We listen to respond. We interrupt. We rush to fix. And in doing that, we miss the magic.
In this episode, I’m unpacking how slowing down, choosing presence, and learning to hold space can radically change the way you show up in your relationships, in your business, and in your OWN mind.
We’re getting into things like:
✨Listening to learn instead of listening to reply
✨Why internal validation > external noise
✨How blame keeps us stuck (and what to do instead)
✨What happens when you stop moving a million miles a minute & actually feel your life again
This isn’t about perfection. It’s about awareness. It’s about responsibility. And it’s about giving yourself permission to BE—right here, right now.
So, take a breath. Let’s get grounded. Let’s get honest. Let’s go there.
🎧 Listen now. You’re worth holding space for.
00:34 Solo Episode: Perspective Shifts
02:24 The Concept of Holding Space
04:16 Listening to Understand, Not Respond
06:10 Self-Reflection and Personal Growth
18:34 The Blame Game and Its Consequences
24:36 Final Thoughts and Resources
Mentioned in the episode:
Recent Episode — The Garden Revolution: How Self-Responsibility Can Change Your Life
https://youtu.be/Lw_NRbHO4_c
My Website for Resources, Blogs, Training Videos:
www.jamiethurber.com
“Says Fucking Who” T-shirt:
https://homesweetdefiance.com/products/says-who-womens-short-sleeve-t-shirt
Please like, comment, subscribe, and share this episode and tag us with @jamie.thurber on Instagram or Jamie Thurber on Facebook. #OperationBe
Want to connect with me on social media?
www.instagram.com/jamie.thurber
www.facebook.com/jamiethurber.biz
www.jamiethurber.com
https://www.youtube.com/@JamieThurber
If you’re interested in getting the exclusive content I put out on the newsletter, sign up here:
https://jamiethurber.com/newsletter
Join my community and let’s take this conversation even deeper! Operation Be: The Podcast is where I teach personalized lessons on intentional living & creating a lifestyle by design.
https://operationbe.com
#operationbe #bethechange #intentionalliving #invisibleillness #polyvagaltheory #partswork #operationdo #getshitdone #healingjourney #unbusy #slowdown #awareness #youfirst #selfawareness #chronicillness #integritymatters