S1 E9: When the People in Your Life Don't Get It

In this unapologetic episode, Jessica Cumming gets real about one of the hardest (and most misunderstood) parts of reinvention: when your personal growth makes people uncomfortable.Whether you're shifting careers, stepping into your power, or finally choosing you—this episode will help you stay rooted in your truth, even when the people around you don't get it.With signature boldness, clarity, and compassion, Jessica walks you through the scripts, strategies, and mindset needed to navigate the messy middle of becoming who you were meant to be.If you’ve ever felt like you’re standing in the hallway between “what was” and “what’s next”... this one’s for you.💡 Connect with Jessica:→ Follow on LinkedIn→ Book your Complimentary Strategy Session here🔑 Key Takeaways:Why your growth feels threatening to people—even if they love youThe neuroscience of why resistance feels like rejection3 powerful scripts for different relationship types (inner circle, mentors, outer circle)How to stop over-explaining and start owning your pivotA powerful mindset shift: You are not losing people. You are outgrowing versions of yourself that made them feel safe.📥 Download the Full Transcript → Click Here📣 Subscribe, share, and leave a review—it helps more women find the power in their pivot.⏱ Episode Chapters & Timestamps:🎧 Spotify Chapters – When People In Your Life Don’t Get It00:00 Welcome to We Are Women Unapologetically00:20 Growth Will Challenge Your Relationships01:01 The Hallway Between Who You Were and Who You’re Becoming02:00 This Is Not a Career Shift — It’s a Power Reclamation03:00 Why People Resist Your Evolution04:15 The Science Behind the Resistance05:45 Walking Through It Anyway06:10 Jessica’s Personal Pivot Story08:25 Stop Explaining Your Purpose10:00 How to Navigate Relationships When People Don’t Get It10:30 Inner Circle Scripts11:10 How to Talk to Your Professional Network11:50 How to Handle the Outer Circle12:40 Dealing With Negative Opinions & Pessimism14:15 Protecting Your Peace15:10The Power of Finding New Community16:30 Therapist vs. Coach vs. Mentor18:30 5 Power Moves to Anchor Your Evolution22:00 Final Word: You Don’t Need Everyone to Understand