In this deeply introspective and heartfelt episode, I dive into the journey of authenticity, sharing vulnerable life stories that reveal the transformative power of self-acceptance. I explore what it means to live authentically, peeling back the layers of societal expectations, fear, and self-doubt that often keep us trapped in a cycle of self-rejection.

Join me as I share personal experiences, struggles, and breakthroughs, offering a raw and unfiltered look into the moments that inspired me to start this podcast. This episode is about liberation and freedom—freedom from the constraints that come from not accepting who we truly are. I discuss the purpose behind this podcast journey: to create a space where authenticity is celebrated, where vulnerability is strength, and where listeners are encouraged to embark on their own paths to self-discovery and liberation.

Whether you’re looking for inspiration, a sense of community, or the courage to embrace your true self, this episode is a heartfelt invitation to explore the power of living authentically.

Recommended Books (see references below):

Goodnight Stories for Rebel Girls Book 1 - https://amzn.to/47JiegV

Goodnight Stories for Rebel Girls Book 2 - https://amzn.to/47JiegV

Goodnight Stories for Rebel Girls Book 3 - https://amzn.to/4d6pm7N

Goodnight Stories for Rebel Girls Book 4 - https://amzn.to/4gs5oHK

Goodnight Stories for Rebel Girls Book 5 - https://amzn.to/47tP3y7

Hero on a Mission: A Path to a Meaningful Life by Donald Miller -

https://amzn.to/4grAPSn

References:

Cathy Heller. (n.d.). Cathy Heller. Retrieved September 14, 2024, from https://www.cathyheller.com/

Heller, C. (n.d.). It's Time to Podcast. Retrieved September 14, 2024, from https://www.facebook.com/groups/podcasttime

Heller, C. (Host). (n.d.). Abundant Ever After with Cathy Heller. Retrieved September 14, 2024, from https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/abundant-ever-after-with-cathy-heller/id1191831035

Miller, D. (2021). Hero on a Mission: A Path to a Meaningful Life. HarperCollins Leadership.

Favilli, E., & Cavallo, F. (2016). Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Tales of Extraordinary Women. Timbuktu Labs.

Favilli, E., & Cavallo, F. (2017). Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls 2: 100 More Tales of Extraordinary Women. Timbuktu Labs.

Favilli, E. (2020). Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls 3: 100 Immigrant Women Who Changed the World. Rebel Girls.

Rebel Girls. (2021). Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Real-Life Tales of Black Girl Magic. Rebel Girls.

Rebel Girls. (2022). Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Inspiring Young Changemakers. Rebel Girls.