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EPISODE · Jun 1, 2026 · 17 MIN

The Shame Got Quieter: When We Stop Fighting Reality

from More Like Herself: Honest Conversations for Women in Midlife · host Kelly Frasier

In this episode of More Like Herself, I'm sharing a personal breakthrough I had during a particularly difficult week.When my hormones, emotions, and self-doubt were running high, I found myself trying harder, pushing harder, and holding myself to expectations that simply didn't fit the reality of where I was. Then I remembered a quote by Byron Katie:"When you argue with reality, you lose. But only every time."What happened next helped me see how much of my suffering wasn't coming from my circumstances—but from resisting them.In this episode, we explore:• Why fighting reality creates more exhaustion and frustration• The difference between acceptance and giving up• What it means to adjust your definition of "enough" during difficult seasons• Why self-compassion often begins with honesty• How accepting "what is" can help us find more peace and tractionIf you've been feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or stuck in a season that doesn't look the way you thought it would, this conversation is for you.Ready for your own reset?I offer a Midlife Reset Call, a one-on-one conversation designed to help you identify what's keeping you stuck and uncover the one honest piece of reality that, when accepted instead of fought against, could help you move forward with more peace, clarity, and confidence.Learn more at:https://www.kellyfrasiercoaching.comYou can also connect with me there, and download my free Midlife Reset Guide, and learn more about coaching opportunities.Thanks for listening to More Like Herself.Because you don't have to become someone else.You can become more like yourself.

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