Michelle Obama inspired us with "Becoming." But you can't become without first unbecoming. Embark on a personal journey of unbecoming, illuminating the path to shedding old beliefs, behaviors, and societal expectations to uncover one's true self. Throughout the episode, listeners are guided through breathing exercises to ground themselves and are encouraged to reflect on their own conditioning and its impact on their lives.

Journal Prompts:

Origins of Conditioning:

• What beliefs or behaviors did you adopt because they were expected of you by society, family, or peers?
• How have these beliefs or behaviors impacted your life?

The Process of Unbecoming:

• What habits, beliefs, or behaviors have you had to let go of during your healing journey?
• How did you recognize that these things were no longer serving you?

Rediscovery:

• As you shed layers that aren’t truly you, what aspects of your true self have you rediscovered or embraced?
• How does it feel to connect with this genuine version of yourself?

Personal Growth:

• How has the process of unbecoming affected your relationships, career, and overall happiness?
• What’s the most valuable lesson you’ve learned from letting go of who you thought you should be?

Additional Resource:

• Unbecome TedxTalk by Precious Bivings
• Becoming by Michelle Obama