You know that weird kind of tired that has nothing to do with how much sleep you got? That’s what we’re talking about today.

In this episode, we’re digging into energetic labor...all the invisible emotional effort, managing, micromanaging, overthinking, and shape-shifting you do without even realizing it. It’s the stuff that doesn’t show up on your to-do list… but somehow leaves you feeling totally spent.

Then we’ll get into what it actually means to live with energetic integrity and why that shift changes everything.

This one’s for the woman who’s tired of quietly carrying the weight of everyone else’s expectations and ready to feel more clear, grounded, and powerful in her own energy again.

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When to Wait... and When to Go: How to Know the Difference Between Self-Protection & Our True Need for "Pause"

We’ve all said it: “I’m just not ready yet.”
But how do you know when that’s true—and when it’s your brain trying to protect you from discomfort, risk, or growth?

In this episode, we unpack the nuanced difference between a grounded pause and a protective delay. You’ll learn how to recognize when you’re genuinely honoring your timing… and when you’re secretly negotiating with your fear.

We explore:

• The key indicators of aligned waiting vs. self-sabotaging hesitation
• How to tell if your nervous system actually needs a break—or if it’s avoiding discomfort disguised as “discernment”
• Real-life examples of appropriate, empowered waiting—and ones that keep us playing small
• How to build self-trust in knowing the difference.

This conversation will help you tune into your truth, trust your pace, and know when it’s time to take the leap—even if you still feel unsure.

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There’s a difference between being self-aware—and being self-stuck.

In this episode, I’m talking about the fine line between relating to your struggles and building your entire identity around them. Mental health awareness is powerful and necessary—but when the memes, the labels, and the constant self-diagnosing become your main personality trait, it can quietly keep you from actually moving forward.

We’ll explore:
 – Why over-identifying with your struggles can feel safe—but keep you stuck
 – The role of community, language, and internet culture in shaping your identity
 – How to honor your mental health without making it your entire self
– What it really looks like to heal, grow, and lead yourself forward

This one might challenge you—but in the best way.
 Let’s trade labels for leadership.

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In this episode, we break down the four core attachment styles—and why they show up the way they do in your relationships. From anxious overthinking to avoidant shutdowns to the craving for closeness but fear of intimacy, you’ll walk away understanding your patterns (and your partner’s) with more clarity and compassion. Whether you're in a relationship, healing from one, or figuring yourself out, this conversation will help you see that the way you connect isn’t random—it’s rooted in what you’ve learned, how you’ve coped, and what you now have the power to change.

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In this episode, we’re unpacking the phrase “I don’t know”—and how it’s often less about not knowing and more about avoiding. You’ll learn how to tell the difference between real uncertainty and emotional hiding, and what to do when you’re stuck in the spin of indecision.

If this hits, leave a podcast or client review at thisisnotyourpracticelifepodcast.com — I’d love to hear what’s landing for you!

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In this episode, we’re talking about the kind of support that actually helps us grow—not just feel good for a moment. When life feels overwhelming, it’s easy to isolate or seek comfort in people who let us stay small. But what we really need in hard seasons are safe people who can hold space and reflect back the truth.
We explore the difference between comfort and growth, why real support includes honesty, and how to recognize who’s a strong mirror versus someone who just nods along.

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Confidence isn’t built by waiting until you feel ready — it’s born through moments that feel like free fall.

In today’s episode, we’re talking about why stepping into real confidence often feels like loss first: the loss of needing approval, certainty, and control.

You’ll learn why true self-trust demands discomfort before strength, and how to walk through the messy middle without giving up on the version of you that’s waiting on the other side.

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Resentment doesn’t always mean someone wronged you — often, it’s the evidence of where you abandoned yourself.

In this episode, we’re unpacking how over-giving, over-explaining, and people-pleasing can quietly build bitterness within you, and why healing resentment starts with reclaiming your boundaries and your truth.

If you’ve ever carried silent anger or felt weighed down by emotional debt, this conversation will show you a new, empowering way to break free — from the inside out.

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Self-awareness is powerful — but it’s not the finish line.

In this episode, we’re talking about the sneaky trap of applauding yourself for recognizing patterns without actually changing them.

You’ll learn why awareness alone isn’t growth, why celebrating realization can keep you stuck, and what it really takes to move from noticing your habits to rewriting them.

If you’re ready to shift from insight to action, this one’s for you.

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In this episode, I’m digging into a question that can quietly shape your entire life: "Is This What I Really Want - Or Just What I've Settled For?" If you’ve been feeling stuck, on autopilot, or unsure whether your current path is truly aligned… this conversation is for you. We’re talking about default patterns, internal honesty, and how to tell the difference between settling and self-honoring.

A simple check-in that might shift everything.

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