In this episode, I dive into why it can feel so hard to show up as your authentic self — and what’s really going on under the surface.

We’ll talk about the shadow, childhood conditioning, tribe mentality, the spotlight effect, and how all of this connects to your spiritual evolution and the person you’re meant to be.

I also share grounded tools and strategies to help you express yourself with more confidence, ease, and freedom. *This episode recording was live streamed on Instagram!

In this episode, I cover: • Why being authentic can feel scary • The shadow and the parts of ourselves we learned to hide • Childhood programming that told us to “be small” • How our brain is wired for tribe and fears rejection • The spotlight effect — why we think everyone notices our “flaws” • Why showing up as your true self is part of your spiritual evolution • Practical steps to move through fear and express yourself fully

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