3. Breaking Tradition: Letting Go of Who We Were Taught to Be and Finding Peace - Part 3

Empowerment is not a moment — it’s a becoming. It’s not just one bold act. It’s an ongoing process of choosing yourself again and again — even when it’s painful. Especially when it’s painful. In this episode, we ask: What made you realize you had the power to cut the cord? Letting go sounds easy, but what happens when the cord you’re cutting is tied to family, old identities, or guilt? We share real moments: The first Christmas we didn’t go home The fear of being labeled “ungrateful” for choosing peace over family expectations The shame of keeping secrets — and the life force they drain from you Letting go isn’t about hate. It’s about honoring your peace more than your past. Cord cutting looks different for everyone. For one of us, it meant reconnection on new terms. For the other, it meant remaining cut off — and finally at peace. We’re not offering one “right way.” We’re saying: This is what worked for us — try it if it resonates. If not, that’s okay too. We walk you through: What cord cutting really is (emotionally, not just spiritually) The mindset shift that made it possible Why gratitude was hard — and still necessary The 3-part mantra we used to stay grounded through it all What You’ll Learn 1. The small, everyday signs you’re ready to let go 2. How to release guilt for choosing peace over obligation 3. Why secrets can silently destroy your well-being 4. How to build a practice of letting go with love, not shame 5. Why self-love isn’t a cultural norm yet — and how we can change that The power of gentleness, kindness, and commitment when walking away How plugging into your purpose turns pain into stepping stones Thank you for listening,Love, Ruth & Lily Two unconventional women, one empowerment journey, zero apologies. We’re just your friends. We are not licensed therapists, and this podcast is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional. This podcast comes from the empowerment lessons we’ve learned from our lived experiences. #authentic #vulnerability #empowermentpodcast #personaltransformation #strongfemalelead #mindsetcoachGet full access to Break the Norm Podcast at breakthenormpodcast.substack.com/subscribe