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EPISODE · Apr 19, 2026 · 19 MIN

your excuses work harder than you do and it shows

from Pretty Philosophical · host Pretty Philosophical with Denée Seaton

This episode delves into the excuses that may be holding you back from achieving your dreams. If you're feeling stuck or unable to reach your goals, this discussion will illuminate the reasons why. It examines how daily habits, mindsets, and patterns are pivotal in shaping your current reality, emphasizing that your actions directly influence your life. By understanding this, you can initiate meaningful changes to propel you forward. Join Denée as she explores life design, the foundational elements that shape your existence. She discusses how your beliefs, often adopted without scrutiny, and your repetitive patterns play a role in forming your current self-image. The conversation extends to how these elements affect your thoughts, self-perception, and the process of change. Denée shares her insights on creative strategy and freelancing, fields that have provided her with the freedom to explore these concepts. Having created a successful freelance business, she details her journey from graduation to building a six-figure enterprise within 18 months, all while paying off student debts. Her platform, She Freelances™, empowers women to embark on similar paths. Through this channel, Denée breaks down creative strategies, freelancing tips, building a freelance business, and acquiring clients, especially in today's economic climate. She also highlights the significance of specialized knowledge and why creative strategy and freelancing are becoming vital in the future of work. Ultimately, this episode is about becoming someone who can design their own life and achieve financial independence. 0:00: Intro2:00: Why your life looks the way it does3:34: Examples of a “perfect excuse”7:00: Is the math mathing?9:53: How to gaslight yourself into better stories14:06: Addressing your excuses directly15:25: What to do next #lifedesign #excuses #mindset #dailyhabits #creativestrategy #freelancing #futureofwork #self-perception #changeprocess #financialindependence See show notes: https://inlet.fm/denee/episodes/69e5191f267e6044408744c2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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