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September 12, 2025 27 mins

What would shift if you gave yourself full permission to be you?

So many of us were taught to dial it back — to soften our voice, blend in, follow the rules, and do what’s “acceptable.” But here’s the truth: conforming is costing you energy, clarity, and connection.

In this episode, LauraAura gets real about the subtle ways we hide who we are to make others more comfortable… and how reclaiming your full expression can radically shift your power, presence, and inner peace.

You’ll learn:

  • How to spot the everyday ways you’re diluting your voice, energy, or creativity

  • Why the pressure to “fit in” keeps high-achievers stuck and frustrated

  • What changes when you stop adjusting yourself to meet unspoken expectations

  • How to return to your true self without burning everything down

✨ You’re not too much. You’re just not meant to be contained.

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