We all carry parts of ourselves that once protected us, guided us, or kept us safe—but no longer serve who we’re becoming. Letting go can be one of the hardest acts of growth. Some of the most enlightened members of the community share their thoughts on this below.
Liz Baynard
Like many women I know, I am inherently a people pleaser and that trait has been engrained in me since youth. As I enter my 40’s, I am realizing that this quality can be in direct opposition with having healthy boundaries and saying ‘no’ when needed. The result of which is feeling overworked and stretched too thin, both on the job and at home. Read more>>
klara Annibal
I’ve been in touch with who I am for a long time, but for many years, I was afraid to express myself. In my culture, a woman is often expected to be discreet—present and strong, but silent. That silence was something I carried for a long time, even as I understood my inner strength and clarity of purpose. Read more>>
Sebastian Sears
Going to events and outings without a clear intent or that don’t attribute to my goals or interests. Read more>>
Breona
I believe that being a home based nail technician has served its purpose for me and must now be released. Servicing from home again is a debatable challenge I’ve been facing as my home is my safe haven and not a place where I desire to perform work or connect with strangers. Read more>>
