Why You Need to Stop Talking Yourself Out of Your Dreams

Original Air Date: 10/20/25Episode #16: Stop Talking Yourself Out of Your DreamsHave you ever felt like the words get stuck in your brain, and by the time fear sets in, you’ve already talked yourself out of your dream?You’re not alone. One of my Career by Design students put it perfectly:“I’m so scared people won’t listen or believe me… so I talk myself out of my dreams. I’m tired of doing that to myself.”In this episode of This Wasn’t My Plan, I’m sharing:1. Why silence feels safe in the moment but costs you big over time.2. The hidden price of not speaking up at work (promotions, opportunities, trust).3. Five actionable steps to start finding your voice, even if it shakes.This isn’t about being fearless. It’s about giving yourself the chance to be heard.Because you’re not too much. You’re not late. You’re right on time.👉 If this episode resonates with you, follow the show, share it with a friend, and DM me on Instagram @rxashleehayes and tell me: what dream have you been talking yourself out of?