Sometimes everything you thought was a setback is actually a sign that you’re exactly where you need to be.
In this episode, I’m reflecting on turning 35—not as a milestone, but as a moment of deep surrender. I used to have a vision of who I’d be by now, and honestly? It doesn’t match my reality. But instead of resisting, I’m learning to lean in, trust the unfolding, and release the pressure of "shoulds."
We’re talking about letting go of timelines, reframing setbacks, and embracing the discomfort of not knowing. Because growth isn’t a straight path—it’s messy, uncertain, yet still full of magic.
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Music - "I Enjoy My Space" by Sarah, The Illstrumentalist (via Epidemic Sound)
Other episodes that may resonate:
Embracing Surrender: Overcoming Fear and Unlocking Your Resilience
Setbacks Are Necessary
Let Things Go and Let Them Flow
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