31: Own Your Path Without Permission: How I'm Building True Self-Trust

28/04/2025 30 min Episodio 31
31: Own Your Path Without Permission: How I'm Building True Self-Trust

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Owning your path isn’t about waiting for a permission slip—it’s about choosing yourself loudly and on purpose. In today’s episode, I’m sharing my own real, raw journey from disillusioned therapist-to-be to proud mental health coach. If you’ve ever felt trapped by other people’s expectations, fear of judgment, or your own self-doubt, this episode will show you how to finally reclaim your direction—and your power.I’ll break down:🔥 Why waiting for permission keeps you stuck (and how to build true self-trust)🔥 How owning your career path—even if it looks different—can transform your life🔥 The hidden dangers of seeking external validation (and how it sabotages your success)🔥 My personal struggle with the coaching industry ick—and how I finally shifted my mindset🔥 How to use the SHIFT framework (Self, Healing, Innovation, Fortitude, Transformation) to choose your path with clarity and confidenceThis episode isn’t about chasing titles or impressing anyone. It’s about rooting yourself so deeply in your purpose that nobody else’s approval gets to define you.03:01 Shift Talking updates: New posting schedule and what’s changing05:55 This week’s theme: Owning your path without permission08:47 My therapy-to-coaching career shift (and the identity crisis it triggered)13:41 Why the coaching industry made me hesitant—and how I reframed it24:06 Building self-trust using the SHIFT framework30:33 Finding fortitude: From "who am I to do this?" to "if not me, who?"32:05 Choosing impact over perfection: Redefining success on your terms34:11 Your reminder: You don’t need permission to become who you are.Take Action:Join The Parental SHIFT Book a PREP CallBecome a STEADY FriendGet in Touch: Follow Davina on social media for more resources, tips, and insights into emotional literacy and personal growth:TikTok: @asteadyspaceInstagram & Threads: @asteadyspace | @your_steady_space | @shifttalkingwithdavinaYoutube: @shifttalkingwithdavinaVisit www.asteadyspace.com for more information about coaching services and programs.Join the Community: Ready to take the next step in your emotional growth journey? Join the Steady Space community for exclusive content, monthly Q&As, and tools to help you stay steady and get your shift together.

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