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EPISODE · Jun 13, 2025 · 18 MIN

Episode #14: The Company You Keep – How Your Circle is Shaping Your Success

from Tell Your Truth! · host Shamika Brown-Upshaw

Have you ever felt like you’re doing all the right things—praying, planning, showing up—and still feel stuck? In this episode of Tell Your Truth, Shamika gets real about one of the most overlooked barriers to growth: your circle. You don’t just need strategy to evolve—you need alignment in your environment. We’re breaking down the 3 types of people in your life (Elevators, Enablers, Drainers), how to spot them, and what to do once you’ve identified the patterns. You’ll also learn: Why some relationships feel loyal but are actually trauma bonds How to stop confusing “nice” people with aligned people Why your nervous system calibrates to the people around you How to set boundaries without guilt or isolation What neuroscience and quantum energy say about choosing the right circle This is not about cutting people off out of fear. It’s about choosing your frequency with intention. Plus, a powerful affirmation to recalibrate your energy and call in soul-aligned relationships. Chapters 00:00 The Importance of Your Circle 07:11 Shifting Your Mindset for Growth 09:12 Identifying Your Circle: Elevators, Enablers, and Drainers 11:51 Taking Action: Auditing Your Relationships 14:29 Building Your Next Level Network 16:56 Affirmations for Attracting Supportive Relationships Mentioned in This Episode: Book Your Soul Goals™ Clarity Call: https://shamikabrownupshaw.com/soul-goals-clarity-call Purchase Your HeadGame Wraps: https://headgamewraps.etsy.com

Have you ever felt like you’re doing all the right things—praying, planning, showing up—and still feel stuck? In this episode of Tell Your Truth, Shamika gets real about one of the most overlooked barriers to growth: your circle. You don’t just need strategy to evolve—you need alignment in your environment. We’re breaking down the 3 types of people in your life (Elevators, Enablers, Drainers), how to spot them, and what to do once you’ve identified the patterns. You’ll also learn: Why some relationships feel loyal but are actually trauma bonds How to stop confusing “nice” people with aligned people Why your nervous system calibrates to the people around you How to set boundaries without guilt or isolation What neuroscience and quantum energy say about choosing the right circle This is not about cutting people off out of fear. It’s about choosing your frequency with intention. Plus, a powerful affirmation to recalibrate your energy and call in soul-aligned relationships. Chapters 00:00 The Importance of Your Circle 07:11 Shifting Your Mindset for Growth 09:12 Identifying Your Circle: Elevators, Enablers, and Drainers 11:51 Taking Action: Auditing Your Relationships 14:29 Building Your Next Level Network 16:56 Affirmations for Attracting Supportive Relationships Mentioned in This Episode: Book Your Soul Goals™ Clarity Call: https://shamikabrownupshaw.com/soul-goals-clarity-call Purchase Your HeadGame Wraps: https://headgamewraps.etsy.com

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