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- Staying True to You: Authenticity and Integrity in Action
In this episode, Erin explores the challenge of staying authentic amidst external expectations in both personal and professional life. She emphasizes the struggle many face when trying to conform to societal standards, leading to feelings of disconnection.
Show Notes:
- Personal Story of Struggle: Erin shares a recent experience involving her book-writing journey, where she felt overwhelmed by a publisher's request to create an outline. Despite her attempts over a few days, she struggled with meeting the expected format, feeling disconnected from her process and doubting her ability to write the book.
- Moment of Realization: Through meditation and an open conversation with her husband, Erin realized that she needed an approach that suited her creative, intuitive style rather than conforming to a linear method. She reached out to her coach, who validated her need for a more organic process.
- Embracing Authenticity: Erin highlights how embracing her unique approach to writing, instead of taking shortcuts like using AI, helped her stay aligned with her values and purpose. She stresses the importance of honoring one's individuality in every aspect of life.
- A Challenge to Listeners: Erin invites listeners to reflect on whether their actions align with their authentic selves. She encourages them to reach out for support when needed, be honest about their struggles, and reassess when feeling disconnected.
Key Takeaways for YOU:
1. Stay True to Your Process: It’s important to honor your own way of doing things, even if it deviates from conventional expectations. Authenticity often requires courage to say no to the standard path and yes to your intuition.
2. The Power of Vulnerability: Being open about your struggles, whether to yourself, a loved one, or a mentor, can help relieve pressure and lead to more authentic growth. Vulnerability builds trust and strengthens relationships.3. Shortcuts Aren’t Always the Answer: While shortcuts like using AI might seem efficient, they may not always align with your authentic goals, especially in deeply personal projects. True fulfillment comes from staying true to your values.4. Pause and Reflect: When feeling overwhelmed or disconnected, take a moment to assess whether your actions are in alignment with your authentic self. Adjusting to a path that feels right for you can lead to greater satisfaction and meaningful success.—
New short episodes drop every other Wednesday. Erin’s 10-20 minute episodes meet you where you are - pressed for time. This is your purposeful reminder to stop, reflect and think mid-week amidst all the pulls on your energy and demands of your intellect.
Subscribe now to be notified of the next episode release and to support our mission to enrich your human experience.
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Follow Erin here:
Instagram: @authenticallyEC
YouTube: @erincoupe
LinkedIn: erin-coupe
TikTok: @authenticallyErin
Website: erincoupe.com
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11 min - My Story to Living an Authentic Life
In this first episode, Erin shares her inspiring journey from growing up in poverty to working at Goldman Sachs, detailing the physical and emotional toll of conforming to societal expectations. She recounts her pivotal decision to leave behind a high-pressure corporate career, embrace authenticity, and embark on a transformative path of self-discovery, offering insights on the importance of living authentically.
Show Notes:
Introduction to Erin's Journey: From growing up in financial hardship in the Midwest to working at Goldman Sachs, Erin shares the immense challenges she faced, including long hours, gender imbalance, and a demanding work environment.
Life at Goldman Sachs: Erin dives into the high-pressure culture on Wall Street, describing the competitive atmosphere and societal pressure to conform, leading her to physically and emotionally burn out.
Burnout and Breakthrough: After resigning at age 30, Erin turned to meditation to manage anxiety. A spontaneous win for a retreat in Bali catalyzed a significant mental and emotional shift, sparking her journey to embrace a more authentic way of living.
Lessons from Bali: Erin reflects on the pivotal moments during her retreat, including fainting on the plane and battling her inner critic, ultimately leading to a profound shift toward self-worth and authenticity.
Embracing Authenticity: Listeners are encouraged to explore their own path to living authentically, recognizing the signs of inauthenticity and finding the courage to align with their true selves.
Key Takeaways for Listeners:
The cost of conformity: How societal pressures can lead to burnout and physical manifestations of stress.
The power of self-reflection: Erin’s story highlights how taking time to step back, meditate, and reset can offer profound mental clarity and personal growth.
Embracing change: Sometimes the most challenging moments push us toward the life we’re meant to live.
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New short episodes drop every other Wednesday. Erin’s 10-20 minute episodes meet you where you are - pressed for time. This is your purposeful reminder to stop, reflect and think mid-week amidst all the pulls on your energy and demands of your intellect.
Subscribe now to be notified of the next drop and to support our mission to enrich your human experience.
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Follow along here:
Instagram: @authenticallyEC
YouTube: @erincoupe
TikTok: @authenticallyErin
Website: erincoupe.com
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Sign up for my thoughtful (not spammy) newsletter: erincoupe.com/subscribe
9 min - I Can Fit That In Podcast Trailer
Welcome to I Can Fit That In—the podcast where ambition meets alignment.
Hosted by speaker, author, leadership coach, and former Fortune 100 corporate executive Erin Coupe, this show is created to help you break free from rigid routines and fit in what truly fuels you in your career and personal life.
Through solo reflections and candid conversations with high-achievers, you’ll uncover mindset shifts, pivotal moments, and energizing rituals that create clarity, growth, and lasting fulfillment.
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New episodes drop every Tuesday. Subscribe now and to be notified of new releases and to stay inspired and empowered to fit in what matters most to you.
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Follow along here:
Instagram: @authenticallyEC
YouTube: /@erincoupe
TikTok: @authenticallyErin
Website: erincoupe.com
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About I Can Fit That In
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Welcome to I Can Fit That In, the podcast where ambition meets alignment. Hosted by speaker, advisor, author of I Can Fit That In, and former Fortune 100 executive Erin Coupe, this show is designed to…
help you break free from rigid routines and outdated patterns, and fit in what moves you in work and life. Through personal reflections and candid conversations with high-performers, you’ll uncover shifts, rituals and new ways of thinking that create clarity and sustainable success. Subscribe now and follow along on social media to be empowered to fit in what matters most.