10 Traits of a Woman Who Supports Herself Through Life's Challenges

In the journey of personal growth and well-being, the concept of "having your own back" is pivotal. This idea encompasses three essential traits: self-trust, self-compassion, and emotional resilience. Each of these traits plays a crucial role in fostering a supportive relationship with oneself, especially during challenging times.

Tonya Leigh delves into the empowering concept of having your own back, particularly during challenging times when self-doubt and misunderstandings arise. She shares her personal reflections on this topic, emphasizing its importance in personal development. Tanya outlines ten key traits of a woman who truly has her own back, starting with the crucial element of self-trust. By believing in oneself and honoring commitments, individuals can cultivate confidence and resilience.

Tune in for insights that will inspire you to become the kind of woman you can count on, no matter the circumstances.

Talking Points:

01:21 - Concept of Having Your Own Back

02:04 - Self-Trust

03:42 - Emotional Resilience

05:08 - Accountability Without Self-Abuse

07:10 - Embodying Self-Worth

09:30 - Inner Loyalty

12:18 - Inspiration from Maya Angelou

17:38 - Avoiding Self-Criticism

22:16 - Serving Your Future Self

Quotes:

"When you learn to trust yourself, you trust your word, you trust your commitments, there is a confidence that comes from that."

"I am a big believer in that when you celebrate life, life celebrates you in return."

"Having your own back means, Hey, listen, I trust me and I'm going to pay attention to my internal GPS system that is always guiding me."

"Having your own back is the willingness to step into that next version of yourself and feel all of the discomfort that will be a part of that process, a hundred percent guaranteed."

"Real self-image work doesn't start in the mirror. It starts in the stillness."

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Awakening Your Inner Spark: Steps to Reignite Your Passion

To truly embrace life, one must be open to experiencing a full range of emotions, both positive and negative, as they are essential to the essence of being alive. This idea is central to this podcast episode with host Tonya Leigh, who emphasizes that genuine vitality stems from embracing all emotions rather than shying away from the uncomfortable ones.

After taking a refreshing two-week vacation, Tonya shares her experiences of unplugging and reconnecting with loved ones, which reignited her energy and inspiration. She emphasizes the importance of feeling alive, engaged, and excited in our daily lives. Tonya explores how to embrace both the highs and lows of life, reminding us that joy and expansion are often highlighted by their opposites. This serves as a reminder to infuse our days with intentionality, presence, and beauty, encouraging listeners to seek out what makes them feel truly alive.

Tune in for insights that will inspire you to revitalize your spirit and embrace life more fully!

Talking Points:

00:50 - Taking Time Away From It All

03:00 - Emotional Avoidance Culture

06:34 - Hyper-Productive and Hustle Culture

11:05 - Curating Your Mind

16:14 - Embracing All Emotions

22:15 - Importance of Dreams and Goals

31:32 - Life-Giving Thoughts

34:24 - Gratitude and Celebrating Life

Quotes:

"We live in a world obsessed with feeling good and only good."

"Success is measured by output, not aliveness."

"Your mind is your greatest asset. And you get to shape it."

"Full of life is an intensity of emotion, and you can't have ecstasy without the opposite of that."

"If you want to be full of life, you need to do what alive things do."

"Being grateful for the life you have is the secret to creating the life you want."

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Becoming Untriggerable: A Journey to Emotional Freedom

A trigger is defined as an external or internal event that evokes a strong emotional response, often negative, such as anger, sadness, or anxiety. Tonya Leigh shares her personal experience of being triggered during her father's celebration of life, where she felt intense anger due to a perceived boundary violation. This moment of rage was not just an isolated incident; it reflected deeper feelings and unresolved issues within her.

Tonya encourages listeners to view triggers as invitations to look within themselves. Instead of reacting impulsively, we can take a moment to pause and reflect on why we are feeling a certain way. This self-exploration can lead to profound insights about our past experiences, beliefs, and values.

Tune in for insights on managing emotions and fostering a peaceful mindset.

Talking Points:

00:47 - Personal Trigger Experience

03:05 - Understanding Triggers

05:02 - Lessons from Triggers

07:00 - Loving Difficult People

10:46 - The Quest to Be Untriggered

14:25 - Common Reactions to Triggers

18:41 - Childhood Reactions to Triggers

23:04 - Steps to Handle Triggers

32:00 - Achieving Peace Through Triggers

Quotes:

"I felt like I could hit someone. I was so triggered."

"When you are so easily triggered, you are out of control in your own life."

"Accepting I am a human being having a human emotion right now and this emotion is here to teach me something."

"At the end of the day, I really do think that we all just want to be loved. We all want to be understood and we all just want to be respected."

"You can only feel peace if you're willing to feel all of the emotions."

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