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September 10, 2025 9 mins

In this episode of The Empowered Self Podcast, Krystal Long discusses the theme of change, particularly as September symbolizes a fresh start. She reflects on her own experiences with change, emphasizing the importance of embracing it rather than resisting. Krystal shares strategies for navigating change, including viewing it as a series of small steps, grounding practices, and shifting self-narratives.

The episode encourages listeners to welcome new beginnings with curiosity and courage, reminding them that they don’t need to have everything figured out from the start.

Keywords / Tags: change, personal growth, fresh start, September, self-reflection, anxiety, coaching, empowerment, new beginnings, resilience

Takeaways:

  • September symbolizes a fresh start for many.

  • Change can be daunting but also a source of possibility.

  • Grounding practices help manage anxiety during change.

  • View change as a series of small steps.

  • Shift your self-narrative to embrace learning.

  • Reflect on the changes in your life.

  • Embracing change requires courage and curiosity.

  • You don’t need to have it all figured out on day one.

  • Focus on building the new rather than fighting the old.

  • Each September can be a turning point in life.

Sound Bites:

  • “Change disrupts our comfort zone.”

  • “Shift the story you tell yourself.”

  • “Here’s to fresh start, fresh strengths.”

Chapters:

  • 00:00 – Embracing Change: A Fresh Start in September

  • 06:02 – Navigating New Beginnings with Courage and Curiosity

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