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May 21, 2024 26 mins

Today we're diving deep into the transformative power of self-love and cultivating confidence after explant surgery (or any stage of life!)

In this episode:

  • Personal Update: I share my joy about a beautiful new relationship that blossomed post-explant surgery, symbolizing my journey into authentic self-confidence.

  • Connection Between Self-Image and Relationships: Reflecting on past challenges and how they shaped my expectations and self-worth.

  • Key Insights from Mel Robbins: Drawing powerful lessons from Mel Robbins' podcast on building real confidence and how they resonate with my personal and professional growth.

  • The Journey of Self-Acceptance: Exploring the fears many women face about their bodies post-explant and how to embrace imperfection with love.

  • Transforming Self-Perception: Practical steps to foster self-love and reject external validation, reshaping how we perceive and react to our own bodies.

  • Empowerment Through Action: Emphasizing the importance of proactive steps in building a self-image that radiates confidence and attracts genuine affection.

Your Action Steps:

  1. Listen to this episode on the Mel Robbins podcast: “How to Build Real Confidence: 7 Truths to Unlock Your Authentic Self"

  2. Take loving action for yourself this week! Commit to doing one action repeatedly every day this week and see how you feel! 

  3. Listen to this powerful song that inspires confidence and self-love through spirituality and a higher power.
    https://youtu.be/wcDgUIy-lJY?si=KLVOsYs3eg7ttTUv


Don’t forget to text me for accountability or to tell me how this song or episode inspired you today! Click the “text me” link at the top of the show notes.

If you find this episode impactful, please share it with someone who might benefit from these insights. Together, we can spread the message of empowerment and self-acceptance far and wide.

Stay empowered and remember, true confidence comes from within!

Links and resources:

  1. Empowered Explant Website Resources
    www.empoweredexplant.com/resources

  2. For coaching and support before or after surgery, email me!
    darnah@empoweredexplant.com

Please help us be heard and raise awareness:

  1. Subscribe to the show
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  3. Share with your friends

Let's connect!

Join the Empowered Explant Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredexplant

Connect with Darnah on Instagram: @darnahmercieca

Interviews and sponsorships email: podcast@empoweredexplant.com

Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/ilya-kuznetsov/anticipation

Disclaimer: This podcast does not constitute medical or mental health advice. Darnah is not a medical practitioner. She shares from personal experience, research, and conversations with other people. If you are experiencing symptoms, pain, post-surgery complications, or mental health concerns, please seek care from your medical provider or surgeon.


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