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EPISODE · Jul 1, 2026 · 27 MIN

Stop Shrinking Because They Refuse To See Your Light

from The Best Self Podcast

For years, I felt as though I was living inside a tiny box, one built from other people’s opinions, expectations and comfort. In this episode, I’m talking about what shrinking really looks like, from hiding your achievements to keeping your dreams quiet because you are afraid of being judged. I explore the difference between humility and betraying who you are, why silence from others can feel so painful, and what it costs to keep dimming your light. This is your reminder that taking up space is not selfish. You are allowed to be proud, visible and fully yourself. Highlights: (01:06) - The therapy exercise that revealed my invisible box (04:59) - When silence makes you question your own achievements (08:21) - The crucial difference between humility and shrinking (12:52) - Why making yourself smaller never creates real belonging (18:27) - What other people’s silence may actually be reflecting (23:43) - How to begin breaking out without changing everything at once Connect with me: Instagram @thebestselfpodcast Website - https://thebestselfproject.co.uk/ Email [email protected]

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