E11. Growing & Grieving: Navigating the Path Back to You

Prepare for an intimate and inspiring episode as I sit down with Michele Johnston, a woman who courageously broke free from the rigid confines of societal expectations to rediscover her true self. Raised within a strict religious ideology, Michele dedicated her life to raising her four children, losing herself in the process. Faced with the choice between complacency and self-discovery, she embarked on a transformative journey towards radical self-love and authenticity. In this heartfelt conversation, Michele opens up about the grief that often accompanies personal growth and how she navigates through it. She shares her experiences of embracing imperfections, learning to love her unique self and the role of self-forgiveness in her healing journey. Michele’s story is a powerful testament to the strength and resilience it takes to reclaim one's identity and live a life true to oneself. Whether you’re at the beginning of your journey or well along the path, Michele’s insights and practical advice will resonate deeply, offering guidance and inspiration for your own process of growth and self-discovery. Tune in for a soulful exploration of what it means to truly find and love yourself. Prepare to be moved and motivated as we delve into Michele's journey of growth, grief, and self-love. You won’t want to miss this episode. Meet Michele: Michele was raised with a strict religious ideology of what a woman "should be". Being devoted to raising her four children, she completely lost herself in motherhood and was faced with the decision of either being content with complacency or embarking on a journey of rediscovery. Michele shares about breaking free from societal expectations, embracing imperfections, & journeying toward a life of self-love and authenticity. Connect with Michele: Instagram: www.instagram.com/fiercelyauthenticcoaching Website: www.michelejohnstonspeaks.com Subscribe to Kayla’s email list, read the blog, get information on working with Kayla, and access free resources at: https://www.internallyguidedleadership.com/ Connect with Kayla on all the socials to continue the conversation! https://www.facebook.com/internallyguided https://www.instagram.com/internally_guided_coach/ https://www.tiktok.com/@internallyguidedcoach https://www.linkedin.com/in/kayla-m-sweet/ Get quick links to all of the resources you need on Kayla’s linktree: https://linktr.ee/internallyguided Episode Credits: Intro & Outro Music: By artist Goat On The River, produced by Christian Michael Smith at https://www.microdotstudioproductions.com/  Podcast recorded by Christian Michael Smith at https://www.microdotstudioproductions.com/