Speaking Through Fear and Finding My Voice

19/08/2025 9 min Temporada 1 Episodio 16

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Episode Synopsis

This episode is one of my rawest yet. A few weeks ago, I got news that shook me: my contract was ending. It wasn’t the first time in recent months I’d faced uncertainty, but this time there was no soft landing. The weight of it all sent me spiraling into self-doubt, questioning my path, my podcast, and even my worth.I open up about:Facing the inner critic when life feels like déjà vu disappointmentThe pressure of birthdays and the stories we carry into each new yearWhat a recent medicine journey revealed about the boxes of shame, blame, and pain I’ve buried deepWhy this podcast is shifting from scripted to truly unfiltered — because my voice matters, even with filler words and messy emotionsIf you’ve ever felt like you’re stuck in cycles of fear, shame, or “not enough,” this is for you. My hope is that by sharing my story as it is — unpolished, vulnerable, and in-progress — someone else will feel less alone.Some Takeaways: It's okay to feel uncertain about your path.The inner critic can be loud and overwhelming.Sharing your story can help others feel less alone.Authenticity is more important than perfection.It's important to confront and accept all parts of yourself.You don't have to follow societal expectations in your creative journey.Vulnerability can lead to deeper connections with others.Your experiences are valid and deserve to be shared.Embracing your voice is a powerful act of self-acceptance.Personal growth often comes from facing difficult emotions. From here forward, expect more of me showing up raw and real. Because healing doesn’t have to be perfect to be powerful.