Holding Space: The Key to Better Relationships & Self-Awareness

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If you’ve ever found yourself feeling unheard, misunderstood, or straight-up overwhelmed by the noise of the world—you’re not alone. And this episode? It’s for you.

Today, I’m diving into the concept of holding space—not just for others, but for yourself. Because the truth is, most of us are so busy reacting that we forget to actually listen. We listen to respond. We interrupt. We rush to fix. And in doing that, we miss the magic.

In this episode, I’m unpacking how slowing down, choosing presence, and learning to hold space can radically change the way you show up in your relationships, in your business, and in your OWN mind.

We’re getting into things like:

✨Listening to learn instead of listening to reply
✨Why internal validation > external noise
✨How blame keeps us stuck (and what to do instead)
✨What happens when you stop moving a million miles a minute & actually feel your life again

This isn’t about perfection. It’s about awareness. It’s about responsibility. And it’s about giving yourself permission to BE—right here, right now.

So, take a breath. Let’s get grounded. Let’s get honest. Let’s go there.

🎧 Listen now. You’re worth holding space for.

 

00:34 Solo Episode: Perspective Shifts

02:24 The Concept of Holding Space

04:16 Listening to Understand, Not Respond

06:10 Self-Reflection and Personal Growth

18:34 The Blame Game and Its Consequences

24:36 Final Thoughts and Resources

 

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