In this episode of the Room2Breathe Podcast, host LifeCoach614 sits down with Coach Akida Gray—The Bridge Coach (@bridgetomore) for a soulful, transparent conversation about self-leadership, growth, and redefining what success truly means.
Together, they explore what it means to know yourself before you lead yourself, why perfection is the enemy of progress, and how peace—not pressure—is the real measure of a win.If you’ve ever felt stuck between purpose and doubt, or found yourself chasing validation instead of alignment, this episode will meet you right where you are.
💭 In this episode, we explore:
Knowing yourself before you lead yourself
Redefining what success and “winning” truly mean
Letting go of perfectionism and choosing progress
How healing fuels effective leadership
Building confidence when imposter syndrome creeps in
Leading from authenticity, not performance
This conversation is a gentle reminder that your greatest victories won’t always be loud—they’ll often be internal. Because growth, peace, and alignment? That’s the real win.💚
Tune in, breathe deep, and remember:
The journey to leading others starts with leading yourself.
🔗 Connect with Coach Akida Gray
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/TheBridgeCoachTikTok: @thebridgecoach
Instagram: @akida_official
YouTube: @BridgeToMore
📧 Coaching & Speaking Inquiries: bridgetomorecoaching@gmail.com
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