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EPISODE · Oct 1, 2025 · 9 MIN

Episode 14 - Saying Yes to Yourself and What Truly Matters

from Rooted in the River

Do you ever find yourself saying yes when every part of you wanted to say no? Maybe you don’t want to disappoint someone, maybe you want to be liked, or maybe it just feels easier in the moment. But with every yes, your time, your energy, and your joy slowly slip away. This episode is for the woman with a big, beautiful heart who is constantly giving, often to the point of exhaustion. You may be successful on the outside, but inside you feel stretched thin, disconnected from yourself, and wishing there was more space for the things that truly light you up. As a recovering people-pleaser, I’ll share pieces of my own story, along with gentle invitations for you to reflect on your yeses. Together, we’ll talk about the risks of too many yeses, the freedom that comes from a loving no, and how to start stretching the “no muscle.” You’ll walk away with: ✨ Awareness of why you’re saying yes, and what’s really behind it. ✨ A compassionate perspective on your patterns, without judgment or shame. ✨ Practical ways to practice saying no, so you can create space for what matters most. Take a deep breath. You are safe. You are enough. And you don’t have to say yes to everything to be loved.

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