Ep. 27: Letting Go of Who You Thought You Had to Be

Who are you really—when you’re not performing, proving, or pleasing?In this episode, we explore the tender and courageous work of identity shedding—releasing the old roles and survival masks you outgrew long ago. For anyone who’s been the fixer, the achiever, the strong one, or the peacekeeper, this conversation will help you understand why you became that version of yourself and what it means to lay it down.You’ll hear:Why so many of us carry silent “contracts” to be what others needThe grief and fear that come with letting go of old identitiesHow to honor the role that protected you—while choosing a new way of beingSteps to reconnect with the you underneath the maskReflections, gentle questions, and wisdom from transformative thinkers like Alice Miller, Glennon Doyle, bell hooks, and more