In this heartfelt episode, Ms. Michaela Mae unpacks how pride can quietly act as a shield — keeping us headed in the wrong direction long after we know it’s time to turn around.
Through stories of wrong turns (literally and metaphorically), Michaela shares how a drive through Oregon, a conversation with a friend, and a quote from Yoda all led her to one core realization: it’s not failure to stop and change direction — it’s wisdom.
She explores the difference between persistence and pride, why it’s okay to “work like a woman” instead of “push like a man,” and how trusting your intuition to pivot earlier saves energy, peace, and purpose.
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 – Pride as a Shield | How One Conversation Changed Everything
04:15 – The Wrong Turn Metaphor | Why We Ignore Our Inner GPS
08:30 – Working Like a Woman vs. Working Like a Man
13:20 – What “Turning Around” Really Means in Life & Business
17:40 – When the Mind Lies but the Body Tells the Truth
21:00 – Changing Pace | How Slowing Down Creates Better Results
24:00 – Final Reflection | Permission to Pivot
MENTIONS & REFERENCES:
The Barn Off Colfax Lane by Michaela Mae
https://a.co/d/1jiT0d6
Yoda – “Only different in your mind.” (Star Wars)
Story on Renting Houses & the Lesson of Value Lists
Metaphors on Cars, Goals & Going the Right Direction
KEYWORDS:
pride, ego, mindset shift, intuition, self awareness, personal growth, emotional healing, feminine energy, trust yourself, course correction, surrender, letting go
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