About this episode

Lindsey explores the beauty and burden of self-awareness and the loneliness that can accompany personal growth.

Hi my loves, Lindsey here. I've spent years in therapy, pursuing healing + self-discovery, but no one prepared me for this part—the loneliness that can sometimes come with becoming deeply self-aware.  In this solo episode, I'm exploring the beauty + burden of self-awareness—and why personal growth can sometimes feel surprisingly lonely. We'll talk about relationships, healing, and navigating life when it feels like you're growing in a different direction than the people around you. If you've ever felt frustrated, disconnected, or wondered why doing "the work" hasn't necessarily made relationships easier, this conversation is for you. Join me to talk about embodiment, maturity, and how to stay open-hearted without overanalyzing every part of your life. 💛 We also talk about: The difference between self-awareness + true embodiment How therapy changed the way I see relationships The unexpected loneliness I've experienced throughout my healing journey The difference between knowing your wounds + actually healing them Why I sometimes miss the version of me who wasn't analyzing everything The trap of overthinking your relationships in the name of self-development How motherhood…

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