Why do we keep choosing the same things… hoping for a different outcome?

In this episode of Glow Brighter with Toni, I’m sharing a very real (and very relatable) story about cutting my hair—again—and wishing I hadn’t. It’s a cycle I’ve repeated since high school: grow it out, cut it short, regret it… and somehow believe this time will be different.

But this isn’t just about hair.

It’s about the hopeful part of us that believes things will change—and the discerning part of us that knows we need to pay attention to our past experiences. This episode dives into the balance between optimism and realism, and how to navigate situations, relationships, and decisions with both.

I also reflect on a passage from Journey to the Heart about what to do when things feel off, chaotic, or not what you expected. Sometimes, the only thing you can do is come back to yourself—to love yourself through it, learn from it, and trust that even this moment has something to teach you.

✨ Because growth isn’t about getting it right every time… it’s about becoming more aware each time you don’t.