Feeling Better Than Others, How to Let Down Walls in Social Situations, Plus How to Know When to Invest

Defense mechanisms form an integral part of our human nature. However, why permit them to have such influence over our lives? Confronting these mechanisms directly empowers us to unabashedly live as our authentic selves, leading to a more genuine and fulfilling existence.In addition to addressing two questions entwined with defense mechanisms, I am also sharing my perspective on the deliberate choice of engaging a mentor from a position of power, as opposed to uncertainty.Skip to the good part:[1:05] Can you please help me with this feeling like I'm better than other people? I secretly think I'm better than my clients, and that I'm above them. There's so much shame attached to it, and I don't even know how to move through it. Would love your guidance.[13:32]  I feel safest in my body when my heart is a little bit protected and closed off. I'm a very sensitive person and can get my feelings hurt really easily, even when it's not intentional. So I just keep my heart closed, but I don't want to live my life in this place all the time. I want to connect to people, but I feel more safe when I have a wall. Any advice?[21:05] How can I get clear on whether or not investing in a specific mentor is right for me?**EXPERIENCE** Manifesting Using the Quantum Formula - $77 Embodied Evolution - $77 Embodied Confidence (self paced program) - $333 Join The Breath Channel - $15 **CONNECT WITH ME** Instagram @stevielwright_: https://www.instagram.com/stevielwright_/ TikTok @stevielwright: https://www.tiktok.com/@stevielwright