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What is the true cost of one lie? In this powerful episode of Framing New Heights, host Michael Hicks explores how even a single untruth can shape our mindset, damage relationships, and weigh down our ability to thrive. Whether it’s a lie we tell ourselves or one we’ve carried from others, the hidden burden impacts our confidence, energy, and growth.

Michael dives into the psychology behind why lies feel “lighter” in the moment but become heavier over time. He shares practical steps to release that weight, reclaim integrity, and align with your authentic self.

If you’ve ever struggled with self-sabotage, people-pleasing, or the pressure to live up to a false standard, this episode will challenge and empower you. Learn how honesty and vulnerability open the door to freedom, purpose, and leadership.

Listen now and take the next step in your Liv2Thrive journey—because your truth is the foundation of your next breakthrough.

The Weight of One Lie: How Hidden Burdens Shape Our Lives

We’ve all told lies—some small, some life-altering. But what happens when the weight of one lie begins to shape how we see ourselves, our relationships, and our potential?

In this episode of Framing New Heights, Michael Hicks unpacks the unseen costs of dishonesty. Lies often feel easier in the moment, but they create cracks in trust, self-worth, and alignment. Over time, those cracks widen into walls that hold us back from true growth.

Key Takeaways from this Episode:

• The Psychology of Lies: Why dishonesty can feel protective but ultimately erodes trust and self-confidence.
• The Personal Burden: How carrying a lie affects our energy, mindset, and leadership capacity.
• Breaking the Cycle: 3 steps to release the weight—acknowledgment, accountability, and alignment.
• Liv2Thrive Application: Using honesty as a cornerstone of thriving in mind, body, and business.

Michael also shares personal insights as a life coach, showing how integrity creates the certainty, significance, and love & connection we all need. By embracing the truth, you don’t just lighten the load—you open the door to purpose

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