The Dark Side of Self-Growth No One Warns Us About

In this episode, I’m getting real about the dark sides of self-growth no one warns us about to prevent you from falling down the rabbit holes I have. From turning healthy boundaries into brick walls, to attributing happiness to success, I share the lessons I learned the hard way about finding balance, protecting your peace, and actually enjoying the process. I share personal stories about losing connection with the people I love, tying my worth to productivity, and creating a rigid life that left no room for joy or spontaneity. If you’ve ever wondered why your self-growth journey feels exhausting, lonely, or like a constant “optimization” race, this episode will give you the perspective shift you need — to slow down, reconnect, and build a version of growth that actually feels good. While self-growth isn't always easy or comfortable, it shouldn't leave you feeling isolated and in a worse head space than before. Whether you're in the depths of your self-growth journey or just starting, this episode is here to remind you that you're not alone, growth isn't linear, and true fulfillment comes from within. Personal IG: @macileejones⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/macileejones?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast IG: @myverbaljournal.letschat⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/myverbaljournal.letschat?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Remedi Health: https://www.remedi.care/services?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21043837814&gbraid=0AAAAA9UTn0NSkkRtYuBbQjzjk_DumIisI&gclid=Cj0KCQjwzOvEBhDVARIsADHfJJSEOs0YlpxEglr6_sBF64xAnZYQrIEUM9GXAhlzR6qbI_J2o3GsV7AaApI1EALw_wcB