CONTENT WARNING: This episode briefly mentions childhood sexual abuse/molestation, anorexia and disordered eating, suicidal thoughts, and abandonment. I don't go into graphic details, but I want you to know these topics are discussed so you can decide what feels right for you today. Please take care of yourself first and foremost and listen at your own pace. ❤️

What if some of the things we believe about ourselves aren't actually who we are, but stories we've learned to believe?

In this episode of Butterfly Circle, I'm talking about limiting beliefs and how Forbes Riley taught me how to discover where limiting beliefs come from. Looking deeper into my own past versions of myself to understand where my beliefs came from and what experiences validated those beliefs to make me believe they were true.

Inspired by Dr. Sonja Stribling's exercise of bringing different versions of herself onto the stage, I decided to look at my own past versions instead. I reflect on the experiences I've been through, what I learned from them, and how I see those experiences differently from where I am today.

Because sometimes, if we want to understand why we think the way we do, we have to be willing to look back at the things that shaped us.

This isn't about pretending the past didn't happen or acting like we've figured everything out. It's about understanding ourselves a little better, questioning the beliefs we've carried, and realizing that the things we've been through don't have to define who we become.

So I want you to think about this, too: What experiences have shaped the way you see yourself, and are the beliefs you've built around those experiences still serving you today?

Come as you are. Take what you need, leave what you don't. We're all becoming, and we don't have to do it alone. 🦋

IF YOU NEED SUPPORT

If anything discussed in this episode brings up difficult feelings, you don't have to navigate them alone. These free resources are available if you'd like to talk to someone or explore additional support.

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988, or chat at https://988lifeline.org/. Free, confidential support, available 24/7.
• RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline: Call 800-656-4673, text HOPE to 64673, or visit https://rainn.org/help-and-healing/hotline/. Free, confidential support, available 24/7.
• ANAD Eating Disorders Helpline: Call 1-888-375-7767 for free support, encouragement, and referrals, Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–9 p.m. Central Time. https://anad.org/get-support/

You deserve to be heard, supported, and reminded that you're not alone. ❤️

Welcome to the Butterfly Circle. 🦋