13 - From Self-Abandonment to Self-Priority: Rewriting the Mantras That Hold Us Back with Christene Marie

In this deeply honest solo episode, Christene Marie unpacks how early beliefs and mantras shape the way we view ourselves, others, and even our calling.

Reflecting on a childhood mantra—“God first, others second, me third”—she traces how this belief led to patterns of self-abandonment, people-pleasing, and seasons of isolation. But rather than staying stuck, Christene shares how she’s learning to rewrite old narratives and replace them with beliefs that empower rather than diminish.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• How childhood mantras impact adult priorities and self-worth
• Why we often abandon ourselves for connection—and how to stop
• What it means to live vertically aligned (vs. horizontally seeking approval)
• A powerful story and metaphor from Lisa Nichols on why you must fill your own glass first
• How to trace the root of limiting beliefs and intentionally plant new ones

This episode is a reminder that your beliefs can change—and when they do, your life will too.

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