Every time I tried to run from my pain, I was also running from my power.
In this episode of Empowering Her, I’m sharing what a single line from And Just Like That taught me about how we view aging, pain, and growth. When I heard the words “poof, the last 15 years are gone,” I felt something deep inside me shift. Why would I ever want to erase the years that shaped me—the ones that broke me open, stretched me, and turned me into the woman I am today?
I talk about what it means to go through and grow through pain, how I’ve learned to heal my inner girl, and why that healing matters for the next generation watching us. When we stop trying to erase our stories, we become living examples of what strength, resilience, and authenticity look like for the girls who will come after us.
If this message spoke to you, you’ll love my newest book, The Connection Book – 33 Prompts to Help You and Your Child Talk More, Scroll Less, and Love Deeper. It’s a simple yet powerful way to build meaningful conversations with the young people in your life. You can grab your copy at melodypourmoradi.com/connection
And if you have a product, mission, or service that aligns with the heart of this community, I’m now accepting podcast sponsors for Empowering Her. We’re in the top 1% of all podcasts worldwide, and this is a beautiful opportunity to share your voice with a powerful audience of women who are here for growth, healing, and transformation. Learn more at melodypourmoradi.com/sponsorship.
As an empowerment coach, author, twin girl mom, and the creator of the GiRLiFE Academy, my mission is to help every woman and girl discover her voice and live a life that lights her up from the inside out.
I’d love to connect with you and continue this beautiful journey together!
🌟 Website: www.getgirlpower.com
🌟 Instagram: @girlifeempowerment
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