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EPISODE · Apr 29, 2026 · 7 MIN

Ep.65 Your Body Shape Ep.4: The “S-H” Word (And What It’s Really Telling You)

from Here's The Thing: A Beginner's Guide to Adulting

In this final episode of the body shape series, we’re talking about a word that quietly shapes the way we think about ourselves—and often keeps us stuck: “should.”“I should be better at this.”“I shouldn’t struggle like this.”“I should be able to figure this out on my own.”These thoughts feel true… but they rarely move us forward.In this episode, we explore a different way to understand “should”—not as a judgment about who you are, but as feedback about what might be missing. What if your current results aren’t a reflection of your discipline or worth… but simply the outcome of the systems, habits, and support you currently have in place?Through simple examples and honest reflection, this episode introduces a powerful mental shift: If you should, then you would.Not in a harsh way—but in a practical, cause-and-effect kind of way.We’ll talk about:• Why “should” adds pressure without direction• How to start seeing your results as information, not failure• The role of systems, environment, and even biology in your progress• Why getting support isn’t weakness—it’s a missing component being filledIf you’ve ever felt frustrated with your habits, your body, or your ability to follow through, this episode offers a more compassionate—and more effective—way to move forward.Because maybe the problem was never you.Maybe the process just needed another piece.Connect with me! Make sure to go follow me on Instagram @wendykimbercoaching and click the link in my bio to schedule an appointment with me, grab my free weekly email, or watch my videos on YouTube, and more!🎧 If this episode helped you, share it with a friend who’s navigating adulting right alongside you.Have a wonderful week, and I’ll talk to you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this final episode of the body shape series, we’re talking about a word that quietly shapes the way we think about ourselves—and often keeps us stuck: “should.”“I should be better at this.”“I shouldn’t struggle like this.”“I should be able to figure this out on my own.”These thoughts feel true… but they rarely move us forward.In this episode, we explore a different way to understand “should”—not as a judgment about who you are, but as feedback about what might be missing. What if your current results aren’t a reflection of your discipline or worth… but simply the outcome of the systems, habits, and support you currently have in place?Through simple examples and honest reflection, this episode introduces a powerful mental shift: If you should, then you would.Not in a harsh way—but in a practical, cause-and-effect kind of way.We’ll talk about:• Why “should” adds pressure without direction• How to start seeing your results as information, not failure• The role of systems, environment, and even biology in your progress• Why getting support isn’t weakness—it’s a missing component being filledIf you’ve ever felt frustrated with your habits, your body, or your ability to follow through, this episode offers a more compassionate—and more effective—way to move forward.Because maybe the problem was never you.Maybe the process just needed another piece.Connect with me! Make sure to go follow me on Instagram @wendykimbercoaching and click the link in my bio to schedule an appointment with me, grab my free weekly email, or watch my videos on YouTube, and more!🎧 If this episode helped you, share it with a friend who’s navigating adulting right alongside you.Have a wonderful week, and I’ll talk to you next time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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