Sometimes survival mode isn’t failure—it’s wisdom.

In this episode of Sh*t’s Getting Real, I’m getting super real about one of the biggest transitions I’ve faced lately: going from being my own boss back to being employed.

This conversation is about more than just work—it’s about grief, identity, and the courage it takes to choose stability over ego when life demands it. I open up about how losing my dad impacted my drive, how survival mode stripped me of creativity, and how I’ve found unexpected joy in a job I never saw coming.

Inside we explore:
⚡ Why it’s okay to choose security when your nervous system needs it
🌿 Grief’s hidden influence on motivation and direction
🌈 How joy can show up in the places you least expect
🔓 Letting go of judgment—yours and others’
💼 Reclaiming your worth outside of titles or status

🎧 If you’ve been questioning your next step, feeling pressure to "make it" on your own, or just need someone to say, “it’s okay to choose peace”—this episode is yours.

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