I thought it was time for a real and raw life update, y’all. In this episode, I leave the fluff by the wayside and get honest about what it’s really like running a business while raising my son as a single mom across the country from my only support system. I dive into the late nights, the deadlines, the endless to-do list and what healing actually looks like in the midst of a 7 year marathon. 

But don’t worry! I also share the tools that have helped me stay out of the trap of comparison and feeling like I’m behind - how to start seeing your journey for what it really is: proof that you’re actually killing it in life! (We touch on how to finally own your confidence.)

Here are the Highlights:

04:06 - What is the “third shift” and why do we call it that?

07:45 - The paradox of working late and prioritizing sleep

12:13 - Living without a safety net 

20:48  - Accepting and embracing the chaos of it all

23:56 - Properly prioritizing values: what is your main job?

37:12 - Curating your social media algorithm for happiness 

41:12 - There is no RIGHT way, just the TRUE way

Resources:

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