How can you recognize your worth in a world of perfectionism? Which practical tips can help you transform self-doubt and build self-worth instead? Have you tapped into your inner worlds of possibility?

In this episode of The Fear of Change, I talk about self-worth and the belief that we’re not enough. I share a moment from my trek in the Himalayas where I felt overwhelmed, lost, and convinced I didn’t belong. But when my guide admitted the terrain was genuinely difficult, I realized I wasn’t failing—I was just human.

That shift helped me see how often we hold ourselves to impossible standards. I offer simple reframes and affirmations to challenge that inner critic and remind ourselves we are enough. When we believe that—even a little—it changes how we move through the world.

So ask yourself: What would you do differently if you believed you were enough?

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What are the essential ingredients for cultivating trust, connection, and emotional safety in your relationships? How can you foster being and feeling mutually seen between you and your loved ones? Why is emotional safety the biggest key to building trust?

In this episode, I talk about emotional safety—what it means to feel truly seen, supported, and secure in our relationships. I share a personal story of being vulnerable on a mountain climb and realizing how powerful it is to know someone is there for you.

Many people grow up without emotional safety, and that can make it hard to trust or connect deeply later in life. But trust, honesty, and especially consistency are key. These aren’t just important in our personal lives—they matter professionally too. Showing up, being accountable, and communicating clearly builds trust with everyone around us.

Emotional safety isn’t just a feeling—it’s something we can actively create. And when we do, it transforms our relationships and even rewires our brains. It’s simple, but powerful: be honest, be consistent, and let people know they matter.

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Are you currently undergoing a life transition? How can you redefine your purpose when things are different? What do you need to hold on to and let go of to keep in alignment with your purpose?

In this episode, I explored how we find purpose during transitions, like sending kids to college or stepping back from work. These changes can feel unsettling and even trigger fears of being irrelevant or making the wrong move. I shared how creating small rituals — solo walks, journaling, or mindful movement — can help us stay grounded and present through the uncertainty.

I also reflected on my own experience shifting from full-time therapy to fewer days, and how that required courage to trust I was still enough. My hope is to help listeners reframe what feels like things falling apart as opportunities for growth. If you have your own pivot story, I’d love to hear from you. Let’s keep facing change together.

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Have you been struggling to set boundaries in your life? Why is setting boundaries one of the great secrets to empowering yourself and your relationships? Have you ever found it difficult to set boundaries in your small practice with staff?

In this episode, I opened up about something that’s been a big part of both my personal and professional growth: boundaries. For a long time, I didn’t really understand how essential they were. I’d avoid conflict, say “yes” when I wanted to say “no,” and slowly found myself shrinking in my own space—especially in my practice. One experience with a particularly difficult employee years ago really forced me to reckon with the cost of not holding my boundaries. Each time I gave in, I felt more anxious and less confident.

Eventually, I started doing something different. I gave myself space. I’d say, “Let me get back to you,” or, “I’m going to check with HR.” That pause gave me time to clear my head and get honest with myself about what I actually wanted, instead of reacting out of guilt or fear.

It wasn’t easy. Coming from a background where boundaries weren’t modeled, I was scared of getting it wrong. But once I started naming my non-negotiables and distinguishing them from my flexible boundaries, everything shifted. I felt more empowered, less reactive—and ultimately, more in control of my business and my relationships.

So I want to leave you with a few questions I had to ask myself: What are your boundaries? Where are your non-negotiables? And have you given yourself the space to speak them clearly?

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Can you prioritize the well-being of your clients and clinicians alike by structuring your practice with a sense of purpose and soul? Why are feedback loops the secret ingredient for a thriving therapeutic environment? What is an easy way to enhance your practice’s support systems?

In this episode, I’m reflecting on something that often gets overlooked in leadership: how we build systems with intention and soul.

From my early days working with paper files at Metropolitan Family Services to adopting electronic health records at Innovative Counseling Partners, I’ve learned that systems only work when they’re designed to support the people inside them — not just track them.

I share the story of a clinician in crisis — someone holding 100+ cases yet barely hitting service targets. For years, no one asked why. It wasn’t until we stepped back and truly listened that we saw the disconnect: a lack of structure, training, and growth pathways. And sadly, she wasn’t alone.

This episode is about more than data or productivity. It’s about emotional labor in leadership, the dangers of flying blind as an organization, and the courage it takes to realign our systems so they serve both staff and clients better. I also explore how feedback — even uncomfortable feedback — is a gift, and why our next evolution as leaders depends on how willing we are to sit with discomfort and grow from it.

If you’re running a practice, managing a team, or even just managing your own life systems — I hope this episode nudges you to ask: Do my systems have soul?

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Is your definition of success overdue for a makeover? Which new metrics can you use to define what success looks and feels like to you? Can you imagine success not as vertical but rather as linear and continuous?

In this episode, I reflect on how my understanding of success has shifted over time — and how it might be time for yours to shift too.

For a long time, I thought of success as a ladder to climb. But now, I see it more as a landscape to explore. That change in mindset has helped me let go of old identities that no longer serve me — the parts of me that kept fighting battles I didn’t need to fight anymore.

I talk about the grief that can come with shedding those identities, and about the freedom that comes when we give ourselves permission to choose how we want to show up now.

I also explore how many of us carry inherited definitions of success — ideas we absorbed from family, peers, or society — without realizing it. I ask: are your metrics for a good life truly your own? Or are they someone else’s?

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How can courageous conversations transform your relationships? What is the greatest key to unlocking honest communication? Which strategies can help you navigate difficult conversations?

Even after more than a decade of running my group practice, I still find difficult conversations… difficult. But I’ve learned they’re unavoidable—and more importantly, necessary. In this episode, I wanted to reframe these moments not as “hard talks” but as “courageous conversations.” These are the conversations that build relationships rather than break them—if we approach them grounded and intentional.

Avoiding tough conversations might feel like protection, but often it’s a barrier to growth. Silence creates emotional clutter, and walking on eggshells only deepens disconnection. I talked about how staying grounded—breathing through the discomfort—can help us say hard things while preserving connection.

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How can you use boundaries to create safety for yourself and others? Why do clear boundaries lead to healthier connections? How can boundaries become your secret weapon against burnout and over-giving?

In this episode, I talk about the power of boundaries—how saying “no” can actually lead to deeper connection, clearer communication, and essential self-care. I’ve learned that being clear is far kinder than being vague. Boundaries aren’t about rejection; they’re about keeping relationships clean and healthy.

I also open up about my own missteps with over-giving—how crossing my own limits, even with good intentions, created confusion and emotional strain. That experience taught me that when I don’t honor my boundaries, it affects both me and the people I’m trying to support.

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