When love stunts independence. In this episode, we unpack how well-meaning parents can unknowingly create emotional traps that keep us stuck, scared, and unsure how to move forward. We share real stories, from financial dependence to guilt-driven choices, that reveal how childhood conditioning still shows up in our adult lives. If you’re on a path of growth and ready to break free, we’re here to help you find the clarity and courage to truly stand on your own.
Here’s the episode related to today’s discussion and why we highly recommend listening to it as well:
#390 | Why Can't I Trust Myself? I'm Trapped - https://apple.co/3GK2cde
#398 | A Powerful Way to Never Be Manipulated Again - https://apple.co/3Zb7RiR
Out of the Mud (OOTM) - https://evolveventurestech.com/virtual-events/
Learn more about the On-Demand Therapy - #YouDoYou Program: https://evolveventurestech.com/therapy/
_________________
Connect with Emilia, Bianca & the EVOLVE VENTURES Community:
Website: http://www.evolveventurestech.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/evolveventures/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/EvolveVenturesTech (Public Page)
Evolve Ventures Society (Private Facebook Group) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/457130589193794
Emilia’s IG - https://www.instagram.com/evolvewithemilia/
Emilia’s TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@evolvewithemilia
Bianca’s IG - https://www.instagram.com/evolvewithbianca/
Bianca’s Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@evolvewithbianca?_t=8gq3wqu4fAx&_r=1
Connect with Emilia & Bianca from Evolve Ventures for FREE:
https://calendly.com/emiliasmith/free-evp-communityconnect?month=2025-07
Show notes:
(3:02) The fear behind growing up
(7:21) Trapped in comfort, starved for purpose
(10:51) Where care kills growth
(13:16) Culture, control, and guilt
(16:10) What if they’re just wrong?
(20:57) Choosing growth over handouts
(23:55) The deeper trap: Withholding love
(29:26) When chosen family heals you
(32:17) Outro
***Leave them a 5-star review if you felt their energy, became inspired, or felt as though the value was added to your life in your EVOLUTION.
(Stay tuned for this coming Thursday’s episode!)
Crime Junkie
Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by audiochuck Media Company.
24/7 News: The Latest
The latest news in 4 minutes updated every hour, every day.
Stuff You Should Know
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.