In this episode, I dive into the topic of giving yourself permission to live the life you truly want. We all know how hard it can be to break free from other people’s expectations, especially when it comes to making career changes. But it’s essential if you want to live a fulfilling life.
You’ll learn:
- my personal journey of how I gave myself permission to disappoint others and prioritize my own needs and desires
- the resistance that may come up and how to overcome it
- the incredible benefits of giving yourself permission
Once you learned all of these, you’ll experience a sense of freedom, relief, and joy. You’ll be able to connect with others authentically and form deeper relationships. You’ll have agency and choice over your own life, which is incredibly empowering.
If you’re feeling trapped in your career, this episode is for you. It’s time to take control of your life and give yourself permission to live the life you truly want. So tune in and let’s dive into this important topic together!
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How to Give Yourself Permission
Have you ever felt like you’re not in control of your own life? Like you’re living for other people’s expectations and not your own desires? It’s a common feeling, especially when it comes to making career changes. People have opinions and expectations, and it can be hard to break free from that and give yourself permission to disappoint others. But it’s essential if you want to live the life you truly want.
Giving Yourself Permission
The first step in taking control of your life is giving yourself permission to disappoint others. This may sound harsh, but it’s necessary if you want to prioritize your own needs and desires. It’s not about being selfish or harming others, but rather putting yourself first. This can be difficult, especially if you’ve been conditioned to please others, but it’s essential for your own happiness and fulfillment.
Overcoming Resistance
Resistance may come up when you start thinking about disappointing others. It’s normal to feel hesitant, but it’s important to examine where that resistance is coming from. It could be societal conditioning, familial expectations, or even codependent patterns of behavior. Whatever the cause, it’s important to examine and heal those underlying issues so you can move forward with confidence.
The Benefits of Giving Yourself Permission
When you give yourself permission to disappoint others, you open up a world of possibilities. You’re no longer living for other people’s expectations but rather your own desires. You’ll experience a sense of freedom, relief, and joy. You’ll be able to connect with others authentically and form deeper relationships. You’ll have agency and choice over your own life, which is incredibly empowering.
Making the Shift
Making the shift into giving yourself permission is not always easy, but it’s worth it. It starts with giving up the need to please others and focusing on what you want and need for your life. It requires letting go of control and allowing yourself to disappoint others if it means not disappointing yourself. It may also require deeper healing work to overcome resistance and patterns that keep you stuck. But the end result is a life filled with joy, fulfillment, and freedom.
Taking Action
If you’re feeling unhappy in your career and want to make a change, start by giving yourself permission to disappoint others. Remember, you’re in charge of your life, and it’s up to you to prioritize your own needs and desires. Give yourself permission to live the life you truly want.
“I made a decision that I would rather disappoint every single person in the world before disappointing myself.”
Chelsea Turgeon
