In this episode, Lisa Bilyeu is joined by health expert, author, and all-around empowering badass Dr. Mindy Pelz. Together, they dig deep into why so many women feel pressured to live up to exhausting expectations set by society… from how we look, to how we show up as moms, wives, and at work. Dr. Mindy shares her own stories and insights from groundbreaking research, showing how these childhood messages quietly shape our boundaries, self-confidence, and relationships (and why so many of us feel “not okay” trying to keep up).

You'll hear a refreshingly honest take on body image struggles, people-pleasing, and the relentless chase for outside approval. Plus, Dr. Mindy offers a glimpse at her game-changing toolkit for helping women find their voice and finally start living for themselves.

SHOWNOTES

How Girls Lose Their Voice (and Why It Matters)

Living for Outside Approval — Why It’s So Exhausting

The “Bag of Burden”: Beauty, Kids, Cooking, and More

Trying to “Do It All ”— Rosie the Riveter Myth

Why We Feel Not Okay (and How to Change That)

How Chasing Validation Hurts Us

8 Steps to Get Your Voice Back: The Mini Rebellion

How Solo Moments of Peace Reset Your Intuition

What to Ask Yourself During Alone Time

Unpacking the Father Wound

When Your Marriage Is Built on Pleasing Others

Movement Should Be Fun—Ditching the Gym “Shoulds”

Soul-Fueling Conversations vs. Friend Drama

Why Your Inner Circle Shapes Your Self-Esteem

Butterfly, Potentialist & Anchor Friends Explained

Overcoming Self-Doubt & Body Image Issues

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