11. Shedding Old Beliefs and Behaviors for a Better Future

In the podcast episode, Michelle Renee emphasizes the importance of letting go of old beliefs and behaviors that no longer serve us in a positive way. She shares her personal journey of identifying and releasing limiting beliefs that have held her back, such as feeling unworthy of success due to her past as a runaway and high school dropout. Michelle acknowledges that these beliefs were adopted from external influences and do not align with her true self. By recognizing and actively shedding these outdated beliefs, Michelle highlights the transformative power of embracing new mindsets and behaviors. She discusses the process of embracing a new belief system that focuses on worth and value beyond surface-level attributes like sexuality. This shift in perspective allows her to acknowledge her intrinsic value based on her intellectual capabilities, emotional intelligence, and resilience in overcoming challenges. Michelle's experience underscores the significance of letting go of old beliefs and behaviors to facilitate personal growth and authenticity. Through introspection, self-awareness, and a commitment to change, individuals can break free from self-imposed limitations and societal conditioning. By releasing these constraints, one can step into their true essence, live authentically, and manifest their full potential. Join her as she reflects on the significance of the celestial solar eclipse event and encourages listeners to be open and honest with themselves on their journey of personal growth. Talking Points: [00:01:34] Embracing change during the eclipse. [00:04:46] Overcoming Limiting Beliefs [00:10:25] Societal conditioning. [00:16:42] Perspecttive, self-worth and value. [00:17:36] Early experiences shaping self-worth. [00:24:55] Worth from external factors. [00:29:04] Letting go and embracing change. Quotes: "How can we be really open and live with our souls wide open if we're not being really honest with ourselves and we're not looking at the beliefs and behaviors that haven't been serving us that we adopted?" "Because of the way that I was raised and my past, that I am not deserving of success, that I am not somebody who is smart enough." "I literally feel like the Michelle in the hand-me-down clothes." "I am worthy. I do have value and I belong in those rooms as somebody who is intelligent and has amazing ideas,  and can execute on them." "My value and my worth is not attached to my sexuality or anything surface level that anybody can see at all. Zero." "My worth and my value are here. They come from the heart that I have, the spirit that I have, the intellectual woman" "You know, we're not all completely unstuck all the time." Stay Connected:   Don't miss out on more inspiring conversations and stories on the Soul Wide Open podcast. Subscribe now and join us on this journey of healing, growth, and living with your soul wide open. Connect with Michelle: Website:  https://michelle-renee.com Order Nine Days on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4acIkt1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_michellerenee_ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themichellerenee Soul Wide Open Podcast On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/49lrveA Join the Soul Wide Open Healing Community: www.facebook.com/groups/soulwideopen Watch the CBS/Paramount Plus Special on Michelle & Breea's Story: https://cbsn.ws/3PGAu2n