440 | Insecurities Don’t Define You. The Beauty of Being Seen. Learning to Love the Parts of Me I Once Hated

From insecurities about skin tone, body, personality, or quirks, to learning how to show up fully and be seen. In this episode,Tyra dives into the power of embracing the parts of ourselves we once criticized. She shares her personal journey of self-love and confidence. Learn practical tools like Dopamine Menus, journaling, self-affirmations, and celebrating small wins to start honoring your worth and shining unapologetically.This week’s Affirmation is: “I am worthy of being seen and celebrated exactly as I am.”3 Biggest TakeawaysInsecurities aren’t flaws, they’re signals: They highlight the parts of ourselves that need love, attention, and celebration.Being seen starts with small, intentional steps: Journaling, Dopamine Menus, and accepting compliments help train your brain to recognize your value.Representation and self-acknowledgment are healing: Celebrating yourself, your quirks, and your uniqueness rewires confidence and joy, even in the face of societal pressures or internalized doubt.Get the Emjoy App - https://www.letsemjoy.com/ Recommendations of The Day:Kay Ali Sparkling Lychee - https://go.magik.ly/ml/3ad9r/Sol de Janeiro SOL Cheirosa '62 Eau de Parfum - https://go.magik.ly/ml/3ad9t/Danessa Myricks Beauty Yummy Skin Tint https://go.magik.ly/ml/3ad9x/ PAT McGRATH Cream Blush - https://go.magik.ly/ml/3ada2/ Community Connection LinksSign up for the Community Newsletter!: www.tyrathecreative.com/podcastJoin the AFBG Book Club: https://tyrathecreative.myflodesk.com/xkz6bzvn29 Shop the AFBG Merch!: http://tyrathecreative.com/merchLetters From Listeners Form: https://forms.gle/yqwdsBuRBjXQm9Xw7Subscriber Survey: https://forms.gle/m4AD2YaYbGhd8gEv6ResourcesShop Tyra’s Favorites: https://www.amazon.com/shop/tyrathecreativeHere’s a free trial of ClassPass (with 20 bonus credits!): https://shop.tyrathecreative.com/classpass Listen to Lofi Beats for Deep Focus: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pfBhamgkCww&t=2222s Wanna give therapy a try? Use BetterHelp: https://rebrand.ly/6ulm6zk Try the Calm App: https://rebrand.ly/21n4tre Alexis’ ‘Feeling My Shelf’ Newsletter: https://www.feelingmyshelfnewsletter.com/ 50 side quests to do this year - https://we.tl/t-gmLxjREKx4  Send an Email: [email protected] P.O. Box:TYRA MORRISONP.O. BOX 674NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA 91603Please Rate, Review, and Subscribe to the podcast to always hear the latest affirmations from your favorite Black Girl!Follow Us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/affirmationsforblackgirlsFollow Us on Youtube: www.youtube.com/@affirmationsforblackgirlsFollow Us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@afbg_podcastFollow Us on Threads: https://www.threads.com/@affirmationsforblackgirlsThe links above may be commission linksAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy