This week’s solo episode arrives later than planned, and in a very different way than I expected. On Monday, I recorded a beautiful conversation with a guest, only to have the entire recording lost when my computer ran out of disk space. Then, just a day later, I had surgery—and because of the intubation, I lost my voice. Rather than waiting until things felt polished and back to normal, I decided to show up as I am: softer, tender, and imperfect.
In this solo reflection, I share about the importance of self-love and compassion during life’s messier seasons. Vulnerability is often misunderstood as weakness, but in truth, it is the essence of authenticity. When things fall apart and we allow ourselves to be seen in that raw, human place, we not only create a deeper connection with others—we also give ourselves permission to rest in our own humanness.
This episode is an invitation to let go of perfection, to welcome support when you need it, and to know that showing up—even shakily or a little late—is more than enough. May this conversation remind you that your worth is never dependent on “holding it all together,” but on the courage to be real,
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