In this solo episode, I’m getting real about one of the hardest truths in relationships: the gap between the love we deserve and the love we settle for.
This isn’t about Instagram quotes or fairy-tale romance. This is about the real-life love we live with—the kind that shapes our self-worth, our peace, and even the way we see ourselves.
For the next 10 minutes, I’m unpacking:
✨ What healthy love actually looks like (beyond flowers and fancy dinners)
✨ How past pain and childhood wounds shape who we choose
✨ Why we keep chasing love that hurts us
✨ The difference between being loved, being used, and being tolerated
✨ How to choose yourself without hardening your heart
✨ And the spiritual truth about love that aligns with God’s blueprint
This is a vulnerable, honest, and soul-searching conversation—part storytelling, part tough love, and part healing session. If you’ve ever found yourself shrinking to keep someone, fighting for love that didn’t fight for you, or settling for “not that bad” when you know you need so much more—this episode is for you.
💌 My hope? That you walk away with clarity, courage, and the conviction to stop settling and start receiving the love you truly deserve.
Press play, take a deep breath, and let’s talk.
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Until next time, keep showing up for yourself. Keep healing out loud. Your voice matters here.
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