1.5: Vulnerability Hangover

In this short, unfiltered episode, Tania reflects on what happened after recording the first episode of Banish the Lies.What began as excitement and pride quickly gave way to self-doubt when feedback started rolling in, even thoughtful, well-intended feedback. This episode explores the emotional whiplash that can follow creative vulnerability, what Tania calls a “vulnerability hangover.”She shares how easily the inner critic can steal joy, pull focus toward fixing and pleasing, and tempt us to define our worth by other people’s opinions. Through real-time reflection, Tania names the fragile edge between trusting joy and spiraling into self-correction, especially when we’re committed to doing things imperfectly.This episode is a reminder that creating is vulnerable, that feedback doesn’t get to outrank joy, and that we’re allowed to feel proud of ourselves simply for showing up. It’s an invitation to notice the inner critic without giving it the keys, and to keep choosing courage, even when it feels messy.Send me a message