(#42) Are You Acting On Your Dreams Or Doubling Down On Denial?

Join us in Wednesday February 26, 2025!Vision II Workshop:Wednesday, February 26, 2025 | 4–6 PM PST $22 (free for past attendees) [Link to register]DM Rita on Instagram for a coupon code if you need support joiningSummary:In this episode, Rita dives into the power of choice—whether you’re feeding your dreams or recycling old stories that keep you stuck. She shares insights about how triggers are actually signs of growth, not obstacles, and walks you through the exact questions to ask when you feel stuck. Rita gets personal about her own recent breakthrough, emphasizing how saying yes to your next level can transform everything.This episode is an invitation to step into possibility, challenge the narratives holding you back, and choose expansion over comfort.Key Takeaways:The Crossroads Metaphor: Old path vs. new path Why triggers are signs you're uplevelingHow childhood beliefs shape adult fears Reparenting yourself through moments of doubt Choice: Dreams vs. Denial Timestamps: 04:45 – The Math Path Metaphor: How repetition builds new beliefs 07:13 – Triggers as indicators of growth 09:31 – Childhood survival strategies and emotional development 11:56 – How unprocessed experiences resurface in adulthood 14:24 – Rita's personal story: How saying "yes" changed everything 21:24 – Are you working hard or just keeping busy? 23:40 – Reparenting the wounded parts of yourself 28:28 – Emotional mastery and integrating past experiences 35:38 – Fear vs. Love: Which are you choosing? 42:42 – The Coin Meditation: A symbolic "yes" to the unknownResources: 3 Questions to ask yourself when triggered:What is this really about?What old story is this tied to?Is this actually true?Vision II Workshop:Wednesday, February 26, 2025 | 4–6 PM PST $22 (free for past attendees) [Link to register] DM Rita on Instagram for a coupon code if you need support joiningPrivate Facebook Group: Live trainings, challenges, and real-time coaching! [Link to join]Book Recommendation: Worthy by Jamie Kern Lima A transformative read on worthiness and stepping into your power[Link to book ]Please be sure to tag me @RitaMarieMendez on Instagram and share this episode with your community to spread the word if you or someone you know has benefited from this episode! I'd love to hear about your experience!If you love the podcast please click below to rate, review and follow - thank you!Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple PodcastsLinks/Resources:Rita's Website: Go to the WebsiteContact us here: [email protected]