Stacie and Eden explore the intricate balance between feeling grateful and experiencing other, seemingly contradictory emotions. Eden shares her personal journey of balancing motherhood with a newborn and a two-year-old, expressing her challenges with exhaustion and guilt. Stacie and Eden emphasize the importance of acknowledging and processing all emotions without judgment, and discuss societal pressures that often hinder this process. They advocate for intentionality in thoughts and actions, likening it to a pilot adjusting coordinates. The episode encourages listeners to embrace their emotions, practice mindfulness, and the importance to create supportive communities for holistic conversations.

What is Discussed:

Gratitude and Tension (00:00:00)Exploring the tension between feeling grateful and having other conflicting emotions, using personal experiences as examples.

New Motherhood Challenges (00:02:12)Discussing the challenges and conflicting emotions of being a new mother while feeling grateful for the blessings.

Acknowledging Negative Feelings (00:05:48)Encouraging the acknowledgment of negative feelings and the importance of giving oneself permission to feel them.

The Impact of "Shoulding" (00:08:00)Discussing the negative impact of societal and external pressures on one's ability to listen to their own instincts and make choices.

Permission to Feel (00:10:54)Exploring the idea of giving oneself permission to feel conflicting emotions and the importance of recognizing and addressing them.

Reframing and Acknowledging Emotions (00:13:00)Highlighting the significance of acknowledging emotions as a prerequisite for reframing and reorienting one's perspective.

Creating a Space for Conversations (00:16:11)Emphasizing the need for a community and space for holistic conversations about the challenges and responsibilities that affect women's lives.

Gratitude and tiredness (00:17:18)Discussion about feeling tired and struggling to feel genuinely grateful.

Therapy and emotions (00:18:08)The benefits of therapy in recognizing and processing emotions without judgment.

Imagination and reframing (00:20:53Exploring the impact of imagination on emotions and the importance of reframing negative thoughts.

Self-regulation and gratitude (00:22:10)Learning to self-regulate emotions and focusing on personal control for gratitude.

Being present and content (00:25:27)The challenge of being present and finding contentment in the present moment.

Practicing presence (00:33:22)The importance of practicing presence and overcoming default thinking about the past or the future.

The importance of intentional thinking (00:34:05)The speakers discuss the importance of being intentional with thoughts and decisions to avoid drifting off course.

The power of intention (00:34:55)The conversation emphasizes the need to be intentional in daily life, with a focus on making new choices and thoughts.

Acknowledging and reframing feelings (00:37:23)The discussion centers around acknowledging one's true feelings and reframing them to create space for gratitude.

The impact of intention on life's course (00:41:25)The analogy of a pilot intentionally changing coordinates is used to illustrate how small shifts in intention can significantly impact life's trajectory.

Coping mechanisms and delaying personal work (00:44:08)The speakers discuss the tendency to delay personal growth and the importance of acknowledging one's coping mechanisms.

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Stacie and Eden delve into the profound and often perplexing question: "Am I Ready?" This episode is a heartfelt exploration of readiness, uncertainty, and the unexpected challenges that life throws our way. Stacie and Eden share personal anecdotes and insights, offering listeners a relatable and inspiring perspective on navigating significant life events. Whether you're contemplating marriage, moving in with a partner, or facing unforeseen obstacles, this episode provides valuable guidance on embracing uncertainty and building resilience.

What is Discussed:

The beginning (00:00:00)Introduction to the podcast and the episode's format.

Defining "Am I Ready?" (00:01:13)Discussion about the concept of being ready and its relation to imposter syndrome.

Personal experiences with readiness (00:04:14)Sharing personal experiences related to feeling ready or unprepared for significant life events, including motherhood and marriage.

Unexpected challenges (00:09:21)Discussion about unexpected challenges when moving in together and dealing with illness.

Adapting to unexpected changes (00:11:31)Adapting to unexpected changes in a relationship due to illness and the impact on daily life.

Reflection on navigating unexpected challenges (00:14:22)Reflection on navigating unexpected challenges and the need to pivot in response to unforeseen circumstances.

Choosing Hard Now (00:19:25)Discussion on the importance of choosing hard now for a better future and the concept of agency in making tough decisions.

Am I Ready? (00:21:33)Exploration of the tension between feeling ready or unready for significant life events, and the impact of delaying decisions.

Moving to New York (00:24:28)Personal story of making the decision to move to New York despite feeling unready, and the realization of being able to handle hard things.

Do It Anyway (00:29:57)Emphasis on the importance of doing things anyway, regardless of feeling ready or not, and the value of gaining evidence that you can handle tough situations.

Choosing Your Hard (00:32:17)Discussion on choosing to face challenges now to avoid greater difficulties later in life.

Being Ready and Growing Into the Future Version of Yourself (00:33:34)Exploration of the idea that the future version of oneself is ready and waiting, and that growth occurs during the process.

The Right Question: When, Not If (00:34:19)Emphasizing the importance of taking action now, regardless of feeling ready, and the need to focus on the present.

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Stacie and Eden discuss the discomfort of personal growth and the challenges of outgrowing spaces, people, and relationships. Stacie shares her experiences of constant discomfort and compares growth to exercising a muscle, while Eden reflects on her journey of navigating new ventures and overcoming self-doubt. They discuss the importance of investing in oneself, managing evolving relationships with love and honor, and prioritizing authenticity. The episode inspires listeners to embrace discomfort as a natural part of growth and to stay true to their personal aspirations.

What is Discussed:

The discomfort of growth (00:00:29) Discussion about the voluntary, painful process of personal growth and the willingness to embrace discomfort.

Accelerated growth (00:02:04) Comparing personal growth to exercising a muscle, and the experience of moving through discomfort more quickly to see results.

Packing growth into a tight period (00:03:34) Discussion about the experience of packing multiple life changes into a short period and the resulting accelerated growth.

Outgrowing rooms, people, places, things (00:08:00) The discomfort and realization of outgrowing current peer groups, spaces, and networks, and the need to seek new environments for growth.

Investing in personal growth (00:11:42) The realization that personal growth may require financial investment, and the discussion about the necessity of paying to move to the next level.

Managing relationships during growth (00:16:23) Dealing with discomfort and guilt when feeling the need to decrease communication with loved ones to make room for personal growth and execution.

Growing Pains (00:18:04) Discussion about the natural progression of limited time and evolving relationships.

Seasonal Relationships (00:20:31) Analogies of childhood friendships and the shifting depth of relationships as responsibilities evolve.

Prioritizing Relationships (00:21:41) The importance of prioritizing relationships in different life stages and responsibilities.

Uncomfortable Growth (00:24:48) Encouragement to embrace discomfort and guilt associated with personal growth and shifting relationships.

Self-Expansion (00:25:43) Embracing personal growth and evolving identities without clinging to past versions of oneself.

Trusting Intuition (00:29:47) Encouragement to trust personal intuition and not seek consensus before sharing thoughts and experiences.

Embracing Personal Dreams (00:33:06) Realization of living someone else's dream and the importance of being the star of one's own dream.

Praying for Purpose (00:34:37) Discussion about seeking purpose and the shift in perspective when asking for guidance.

Embracing Uncomfortable Growth (00:35:33) The discomfort and challenges of personal growth, including the pivotal role of external encouragement and internal resistance.

Making Bold Changes (00:37:24) Decisive actions leading to significant life changes, including ending relationships, quitting a job, and moving to a new city.

Following Dreams in New York (00:39:25) The realization of a dream to live in New York City and the decision to pursue personal desires despite past constraints.

Embracing Discomfort for Growth (00:42:15) Differentiating between discomfort from growth and discomfort from staying in an unsuitable situation, emphasizing the importance of growth discomfort.

Encouraging Transformation (00:43:17) Acknowledging the refining process of discomfort in growth and the significance of answering prayers through growth...