We all carry parts of ourselves that once protected us, guided us, or kept us safe—but no longer serve who we’re becoming. Letting go can be one of the hardest acts of growth. Some of the most enlightened members of the community share their thoughts on this below.
Zander Reddis
The need to over-prepare for everything. I used to feel this was the only way to guarantee comfortability or confidence at anything. While I still try to do as much in advance as I can, sometimes that simply isn’t possible. Also, I’ve realized I learn better by actually just doing things, making mistakes, and having an opportunity to fix them. Read more>>
Paris Volsch
I’m learning to release the version of myself that lived in constant self-protection—the one who learned to stay quiet, adaptable, and small in order to move safely through the world. That version of me was resourceful and resilient, and I’m deeply grateful for her. She carried me through moments when survival mattered more than visibility. Read more>>
Jennifer Imus
What has served its purpose and now must be released is the version of motherhood I carried when my children were small. I was the mom who felt everything as my own—the scraped knees, the disappointments, the emotions, the hard days. I was always on call, always holding, always absorbing. Being that mom in that season was a joy and a true honor. Read more>>
Roxy Blazey Summers
Self comparison truly is the thief of joy. I got my first huge multi national client doing my dream job first thing this year and instead of holding to the overwhelming pride that gives both current and child me, I’ve spent far too much time moping about my peers seemingly doing better because they’re also blessed with opportunities this new year. Read more>>
