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Release the Struggle: A Conversation About Letting Go


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As 2025 comes to a close, Jamie and Max invite listeners into a reflective conversation about release—what we hold onto, why we cling so tightly, and what becomes possible when we finally let go.

They begin with the idea of embracing disruption: the small, everyday interruptions that can either frustrate us or create unexpected opportunities for connection. From there, the conversation unfolds into deeper territory—letting go of tension, releasing the belief that struggle is necessary, and re-framing difficulty as challenge rather than loss.

Jamie reflects on perfectionism—how it can stall creativity, delay progress, and quietly lead to burnout—while Max shares the moment he realized perfection wasn’t worth the cost. Together, they explore the idea of standards that evolve with experience, honoring growth rather than demanding flawlessness.

The episode closes with a powerful theme many of us wrestle with: giving up the need to care so much about what others think. From mismatched slippers at an art museum to the freedom of being fully yourself, Jamie and Max remind us that letting go isn’t about apathy—it’s about living unencumbered.

Instead of resolutions that add more to our plates, this episode offers a gentler invitation:

What might you release as you step into what’s next?

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The Thrive-Learn-Connect Podcast is a joint production of Creative Input, LLC, and St. Emillion Productions.

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