301 | Stop Being the "Good Girl" & Start Being Who God Actually Created You to Be

If you’ve spent your life being the “good girl”—the one who keeps the peace, follows the rules, avoids conflict, and puts everyone else first—this episode is going to gently (and honestly) disrupt that pattern... and show you how that's actually keeping you stuck & from living out your God given gifts.In this episode, we’re diving into the 3 powerful reasons to stop performing “good” and start embracing your authentic, weird, fully expressed self—the version of you that actually holds your confidence, your creativity, and your God given gifts.Inside, we talk about:How people-pleasing and perfectionism keep you trapped in anxiety and self-doubtWhy trying to be “liked” or “approved of” is blocking your authentic voice and visibilityThe hidden cost of abandoning yourself—and how it disconnects you from your purpose and powerYou’ll also learn:Why your “weirdness” is actually your magnetism and uniquenessHow suppressing your truth contributes to high-functioning anxiety and insecurityThe mindset shifts that help you stop performing and start living in alignmentThis episode is for the woman who:Struggles with anxiety, overthinking, or constantly second-guessing herselfFeels stuck in people-pleasing or afraid of being judgedKnows she has more to offer—but holds herself backIs ready to feel confident, expressed, and fully herselfAnd the moment you stop trying to be the “good girl”… is the moment your real life begins.[FREE 4 MINUTE CALM RESET AUDIO]Want a short, grounding practice for when you're feeling overwhelmed? Grab it here & use it anytime![CALM RESET STARTER KIT🎧]Feeling overwhelmed or stuck in a spiral? This will be your GO TO audio toolkit.Grab the CALM Audio Bundle here —short and effective guided breathing practices, and healing audios designed for anxious, overwhelmed women who are ready to regulate their nervous system and step into peace.[DM DEV]DM Dev what you're taking from this episode! She'd love to hear from you![GET YOUR QUESTION ANSWERED ON THE POD]Want to get Devoney's coaching take on something you're moving through? This is EXACTLY why the podcast exists, to support YOU. Share your question HERE & she'll answer it on an upcoming episode![WORK WITH DEVONEY]REGULATE & REALIGN SESSION: A 75-minute 1:1 session to help you exhale & know what to focus on right now. Get more info HERE.GENTLE MOMENTUM BUNDLE: A gentle, grounded 3 session coaching journey. Less spiraling and second guessing. More self trust & confidence. Get more info HERE.[ABOUT DEVONEY & FREE & WELL]The Free & Well Podcast is for the woman who:-is ready to stop second guessing herself-is ready to feel more confident in who she is & who God created her to be-is ready to start speaking up more & being herself unapologeticallyCurrent Ways to Work with DevoneyOn this podcast, you'll hear psychology backed mental wellness tools, nervous system regulating practices & faith based tools to support you in becoming your most confident self. My hope is that you walk away from every episode feeling hyped to take that one, next step in becoming your best self.My name is Devoney. I've served over 5,000 hours as a therapist, I'm a faith based yoga teacher & a dog mom. Growing up, I questioned myself and struggled with anxiety and I'm here to share all the things I've learned so you can step into who God created you to be, unapologetically!Each episode I'll share nuggets from my 10 +years in the mental health field and my own raw, imperfect & real lessons life as a Believer who experiences anxiety & ADHD and as a recovering people pleaser.[DISCLAIMER]Recommendations shared in this episode are based on my own personal opinion. No content provided by Free & Well and/or on this show is a substitute for medical or mental health treatment. It is all purely for educational purposes and is not a replacement for medical, legal, or mental health advice. Please call 911 if you are in an emergency, the Access & Crisis Line if you are in a crisis at 888-724-7240 or contact a licensed mental health provider for mental health support. See full disclaimer here.