Who Are You Without the Story

In this episode, Julie DeLucca-Collins explores three profound truths: identity, healing, and the illusion of safety. She discusses how our identities are often shaped by survival instincts and societal expectations, leading to a false sense of self. Healing is portrayed as a messy but necessary process that requires change and emotional honesty. The illusion of safety is examined, emphasizing that true safety comes from self-trust and embracing discomfort. Julie encourages listeners to confront these truths to foster personal growth and make brave moves in their lives.TakeawaysMuch of our identity is built in moments of survival.Healing is often messy and requires emotional honesty.Many seek comfort without the willingness to change.True safety comes from trusting ourselves.Facing our truths can open up new possibilities.We often cling to false safety in familiar situations.Healing leads to freedom from old patterns.Curiosity is key in exploring our choices.Brave moves come from truth, not pressure.Creating a community of brave movers is essential.If you loved this episode, text me and let me know what you though. Support the showJoin the CommunityBrave Moves is a daily confidence and personal growth podcast for ambitious women, women entrepreneurs, and leaders who are ready to overcome self-doubt, build resilience, and take bold action in business and life. Each short, practical episode blends mindset science, decision-making psychology, and real-life stories to help you strengthen your confidence, rewire negative thought patterns, and create meaningful forward momentum.If you are navigating career pivots, burnout, reinvention, or leadership growth, Brave Moves gives you the tools to think differently, act bravely, and design a future aligned with your values and vision. Because confidence isn’t something you’re born with. It’s something you build, one brave move at a time.Liked this episode? Share it with your midlife woman, entrepreneur friends!Love this show? Let us know how we helped you increase your confidence by leaving a review.For more about me and what I do, check out my website.If you’re looking for support to grow your business faster, be positioned as an authority in your industry, and impact the masses, schedule a call to explore if you’d be a good fit for one of my coaching programs.Fo... This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit juliedeluccacollins.substack.com/subscribe