THE COURAGE TO BE LOVED

On this episode of The Karen Kenney Show, I talk about what it really means to have the courage to be loved. By taking a look through the lens of the one-and-only Dolly Parton’s life, legacy, faith, humor, and big-hearted generosity. I share how Dolly managed to be wicked authentic, outspoken, and spiritually grounded! All while still being one of the most beloved humans on the planet (a recent poll out of UMass Lowell gave her an amazing net favorability rating of +65!). I also explore the difference between trying to be “palatable” for "likes" versus being fully yourself and letting people love (or not) the real you. If you’ve ever struggled with people-pleasing, fear of judgment, or holding back your true self in real life (or online), this episode is a loving invitation to flex your courage myuscles... And to show up more honestly, to take a stand for what you believe in, and to allow yourself to be truly seen, known, and loved! ❤️ KAREN KENNEY BIO: Karen Kenney is a writer, speaker, podcaster, certified spiritual mentor, and coach. She’s known for her dynamic storytelling, her sense of humor, her Boston accent, and her no-bullshit approach to spirituality, self​-development, and transformational change work. Karen helps people to navigate this whole “being human” experience using a variety of practical tools, personal stories, and universal principles. She's been a yoga teacher for 25+ years, has been a Thai Yoga Massage practitioner since 2008. She's also a Gateless Writing Instructor, the creator of WRITE CLUB , and the host of The Karen Kenney Show podcast. She coaches clients individually in her 1-to-1 program: THE QUEST and in her HEART-TO-HEART DAYS using Voxer. She also leads a group program and community called THE NEST. CONNECT WITH KAREN: Website: http://karenkenney.com/ Podcast: https://www.karenkenney.com/podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/karenkenneylive/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenkenneylive/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KarenKenney