
Why I'm Learning to Play Again at 28
About this episode
It’s my birthday & instead of diving into a reflection from last year (go a few episodes back to hear that!), I am sharing how this month I have prioritized myself and celebrated for the first time in forever.
For so long, I’ve tied my worth to how productive, helpful, and “on” I could be, but this season is about something different. It’s about learning to play, celebrate, & find joy in life again.
In this episode, I talk about:
- Growing up as the “adult child”.
- How rest and celebration can feel uncomfortable.
- How to learn to receive love, support, and space without earning it.
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