Can you distinguish if a friend is being competitive or copying your every move? Would you let your sneaky link borrow money after 2 months of talking? How would you feel if your best friend didn’t invite you on her birthday trip?? Today, we’re answering the homegirl hotline calls and giving the girls the advice they need! 

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Out of Office

Do you ever feel like you're going through the motions, but not quite sure why? Feeling lost about what truly matters to you? This episode is all about uncovering your Core Desired Feelings (CDFs) - the emotional states YOU crave most in life. These are unique and special to you, not a one-size-fits-all list. 
 In this episode we discuss: What are Core Desired Feelings and why are they important?How do your CDFs impact all areas of your life?Practical exercises to help you identify your Core Desired Feelings.The connection between CDFs and self-discovery: what you truly need to thrive.
 This week’s gem: A Guide to Creating Goals with Soul by Danielle Laporte  
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Unlock Your Inner Compass: How Core Desired Feelings Guide Your Life (Rewind)

Do you ever feel like you're not good enough unless...You achieve that next promotion? You hit a certain number on the scale? Someone finally "likes" your latest post? We all have those nagging voices that whisper limitations. In this episode we’re exploring the concept of conditions of worth - those invisible rules set for ourselves that dictate our self-esteem. If you’re ready to break free from the cycle of seeking external validation and step into a space of self-love and acceptance, this episode is for you!  
 In this episode we discuss: What are conditions of worth?How do they show up in our daily lives?Ways to identify your own conditions of worth How to cultivate intrinsic self-worth that comes from within
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From "If Only" to "I Am": How to Build Unconditional Self-Worth

Ever feel like you "need" that new gadget everyone seems to have? Do you find yourself endlessly scrolling through social media, bombarded by friends' perfect vacations and ideal lives? You might be experiencing mimetic desire, the powerful urge to want what others want. In this episode we unpack the psychology of mimetic desire, its impact on our choices, and most importantly, how to harness it for a more fulfilling life. In this episode we discuss:What mimetic desire is and why it existsThe upside and downside of mimetic desire in our livesHow social media and marketing exploit mimetic desireTips to identify and manage mimetic desire for a more fulfilling life
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Desire Remix: Why You Want What They Want (and How to Stop)

Are you in a cycle of starting and stopping too many things? Frustrated that progress feels slow and motivation fades? What if the secret to achieving your goals wasn't about grand gestures, but about tiny, consistent actions? In this episode we’re exploring the often-underestimated power of consistency. If you’re ready to stay on track and finally achieve your goals, this episode is for you! 
 In this episode we discuss:The surprising benefits of consistency that go beyond just skill development.Why our brains fight against consistent action and how to overcome those mental hurdles.Practical strategies to build consistency into your routine, even when life gets busy.Creative hacks to make consistent effort more engaging and enjoyable.
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