Some of the ways we protect ourselves—like avoiding conflict, saying yes too often, or staying quiet—once served a purpose. But over time, these protective patterns can keep us from showing up fully and authentically.

In today’s episode, we’ll explore:

✨ How protective patterns develop and what they’re trying to shield us from

✨ The difference between safety and self-silencing

✨ A gentle meditation to connect with your inner protector ✨ A journal prompt to reflect on what you're ready to outgrow

✨ A self-care action to lovingly shift an old pattern

This is where the real refinement happens—when we notice what’s still serving us… and what we’re ready to release.

Edited by Andy Estrada

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