402: The Reality (and Courage) of Becoming
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The Art of Becoming: Navigating Life's Transformations
Embracing the process of becoming involves shedding old identities, beliefs, and habits to align with one's true self. As discussed in the podcast episode, the journey of becoming is likened to a metamorphosis, much like a caterpillar transforming into a butterfly. This transformation requires individuals to let go of who they have been to become who they truly are or aspire to be.
Host, Tonya Leigh, shares her personal experiences of going through various stages of becoming, including facing challenges, reevaluating her identity, and making intentional changes to align with her true nature. She emphasizes the importance of letting go of comfortable ways of being, confronting difficult truths about oneself, and being willing to evolve into a new version.
Join Tonya as she delves into the process of shedding old identities and embracing new versions of ourselves.
Talking Points:
02:32 The Art of Becoming
05:13 Letting Go of Identities and Beliefs
10:31 The Butterfly Metamorphosis Analogy
11:26 - Martha Beck's Change Cycle
16:17 Cocooning Yourself with Self-Care
19:30 Square One Mantra
23:34 Reimagining and Nourishing Your Soul
28:20 Embracing Failure and Obstacles
32:05 The Promised Land
36:45 Embracing Constant Change
Quotes:
"We must be willing to let go of the life we planned so as to have the life that is waiting for us."
"This is the part of the butterflies metamorphosis where it's literally dissolving into what she calls a person soup."
"Coming from the truest part of you, that takes a lot of courage and a lot of people will never do that."
"I don't know what the hell is going on and that's okay."
"I don't regret any of this, not a single part of it. I don't believe in regret."
"You need to give yourself permission to daydream. Let it run wild."
"That obstacle is there to grow me, not to back away from, not to run from, but to run towards."
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