Is romanticising your life a form of self-love… or just aesthetic escapism? In this episode, I unpack the pros and cons of main character energy - from boosting confidence and mindfulness to the hidden pressures and delusions it can create. I share my own personal methods for romanticising everyday life , and explore whether this mindset is sometimes a subtle trauma response or coping mechanism. Let’s get real about why we do it, when it helps, and when it might be holding us back.