119: Embracing Authenticity: Moving Beyond "I Don't Know"
Welcome back to the Embodied Leadership Podcast. I'm your host, Rachael Meeds. We have an incredibly juicy conversation lined up where we dive deep into the limiting narratives we tell ourselves, specifically the "I don't know" stories. These stories can often be a way to avoid taking responsibility for what we truly want and desire. In today's episode, we explore how these narratives show up in our lives and leadership, and how they can hold us back from fully owning our brilliance. I share insights from my work with clients, my own personal experiences, and offer practical advice on how to move beyond these limiting stories. Trust me, this is a conversation you don't want to miss! In This Episode: 00:00 Introduction: Exploring the 'I Don't Know' Narrative 01:49 Uncovering the Truth Behind the 'I Don't Know' Narrative 07:31 Looking Beneath the Surface of the 'I Don't Know' Story 13:35 Owning Our Brilliance and Handling Rejection 28:00 Navigating Discomfort on the Path to Success 36:27 Embracing Feminine Leadership 42:58 Cracking the Code 49:10 Prioritizing What Matters 54:00 The Framework for Creating Momentum 59:04 Owning Your Truth Keywords: I don't know, narrative, uncomfortable emotions, avoidance, responsibility, desires, fears, deeper truths, being seen, owning brilliance, discomfort, true vision of success, feminine leadership, aliveness, feminine devotion, divine inspiration, identity development, self-responsibility, discomfort, fears, different decisions, self-expression, membership program Key Takeaways: The "I don't know" narrative can be a way to avoid taking responsibility for our true desires. Exploring these narratives with curiosity can reveal deeper truths and fears. Embracing responsibility in leadership involves owning our brilliance and the discomfort that comes with visibility. Identity development is an ongoing process that supports sustainable leadership and fulfillment. Prioritizing our aliveness and feminine devotion can lead to inspired actions and true success. Quotes: "Is it that I don't know or is it that I'm afraid to fully own and admit out loud what it is that I actually want?" - Rachael Meeds "The more we avoid something, the more our subconscious views that thing as unsafe, increasing our resistance." - Rachael Meeds "Prioritize what matters to you, prioritize creating outside of business, prioritize rest, prioritize nourishment, and just watch what happens." - Rachael Meeds Thank you from the bottom of my heart for joining me on this episode. Your presence, engagement, and openness to grow alongside me fuel the essence of this podcast. As we wrap up today's journey, I invite you to carry forward the insights and self-reflection we explored about the "I don't know" narrative and how it impacts our leadership and self-expression. Should you feel called to dive deeper, connect, or share your own stories of transformation, please don't hesitate to reach out on Instagram @rachaelmeeds. Together, let's continue to unmask these limiting stories and embrace the power of owning our true desires. Remember, questioning the "I don't know" narrative allows us to uncover deeper truths and fears, paving the way for authentic self-expression and leadership. Let's boldly step into our paths, acknowledging and embracing our fears, and transforming them into the fuel that drives our growth and brilliance. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Connect & Work With Rachael: VOICE: The Membership 1:1 Coaching Application Instagram TikTok Youtube Blog The Embodied Leadership Newsletter Dive into the heart of your journey, and let's soar together. Subscribe to our podcast, leave a loving review, and share this episode on social media to spread the light and love further. Your engagement and support fuel this beautiful community and empower us all to rise to our highest selves.