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Ep #121: Giving Yourself Permission

May 7, 2025

Many people, especially women, grow up conditioned to seek permission for their needs and desires and often feel guilty or selfish for prioritizing their own joy.

In today’s episode, we’re explore how to break free from this pattern, reclaim your agency, and start living joyfully on your own terms without waiting for anyone else’s approval.

Listen to this episode if you’re ready to stop shrinking, start saying yes to your own needs, and give yourself the green light to shine unapologetically.

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What You Will Discover:

  • Why self-granted permission is self-care
  • How societal messages keep women small and people-pleasing
  • Practical steps to write your own permission slip and prioritize your needs
  • How embracing permission allows you to show up stronger for yourself and others

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