Taking Up Space with Shannon

Shannon Kroger
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A personal journal of healing, rediscovery, and soft rebirth. A personal transformation through self-love and the journey back to me. girliamnow.substack.com

  1. 4d ago

    The Hidden Reason You Feel Stuck

    Shannon shares a personal solo episode about the gap between understanding something intellectually and actually feeling it in your body. The focus is on how emotions become stories, stories become beliefs, and beliefs turn into subconscious patterns that shape behavior.This episode matters if you’ve ever replayed a disappointing moment and immediately blamed yourself. Shannon walks through a job interview example to show how quickly shame can turn into a pattern, and how pausing to feel instead of explain can change the way you relate to yourself. Key topics * Shannon explains the difference between knowing something logically and actually feeling it in your body. * She breaks down how a feeling can become a story, and how that story becomes a belief. * A job interview example shows how self-blame can take over after a rejection, even when the outcome may have nothing to do with you. * She describes how repeated emotional reactions create subconscious patterns that shape most of our behavior. * Shannon shares the practice of stopping the storytelling and simply sitting with the feeling, even when she cannot name it right away. * She notes the idea that feelings last about 90 seconds when we allow them to move through us. * She challenges the belief that other people’s reactions define our worth or whether we are likable. * The episode shifts into wanting versus needing, especially in relationships, work, validation, and money. * Shannon connects emotional awareness to conscious manifestation and co-creating from choice instead of lack. * She closes by reflecting on how good it felt to uncover this insight in real time while recording. This Substack is reader-supported. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Thanks for reading! This post is public so feel free to share it. Get full access to Girl I Am Now at girliamnow.substack.com/subscribe

    The Hidden Reason You Feel Stuck

  2. Aug 10

    How Self-Doubt Quietly Keeps You Stuck in the Wrong Life

    Shannon opens up about the moment she realized she may want to coach, even though fear, self-doubt, and the pressure to have everything figured out are still holding her back. This solo episode is about pattern recognition, authenticity, and the tension between what lights you up and what feels safe.Shannon shares a personal conversation with a friend that helped her see both her own gifts and the stories that keep her stuck. If you’ve ever felt paralyzed by the “how” and unsure of your next step, this episode will feel familiar. Key topics * Shannon explains why the podcast exists as a space for her to learn how to take up space and grow into her voice. * She shares why friends keep asking when she will start coaching and why those questions trigger both excitement and fear. * She describes taking multiple coach trainings, including calls about sales calls, client fit, and how coaches are expected to present themselves. * She talks about feeling exhausted by the pressure to sell herself on social media and figure out algorithms. * Shannon recounts a conversation with a friend who wants to explore inner child work and shadow work while growing her business and improving family relationships. * She notices a repeated pattern in her friend’s stories and helps her see how childhood experiences may still be shaping adult behavior. * She reflects on how the same friend, who once felt limiting to her, may actually have been trying to protect her. * Shannon identifies her own intuition as a strength, saying she can feel patterns as people talk and help them name what they’re experiencing. * She admits she is still struggling to trust herself because she lacks credentials and feels overly focused on the logistics of starting. * She questions whether fear of financial instability, social media, and choosing the wrong path is keeping her from doing what she truly wants. * She reframes her future as flexible, saying she could reinvent herself and potentially combine coaching with other practices like Reiki, tarot, or interviewing people. * She ends by asking where she is not showing up authentically and where she is letting fear guide her next move. This Substack is reader-supported. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Thanks for reading! This post is public so feel free to share it. Get full access to Girl I Am Now at girliamnow.substack.com/subscribe

    How Self-Doubt Quietly Keeps You Stuck in the Wrong Life

  3. Aug 3

    The Surprising Truth About Facing Discomfort

    In this episode, Shannon shares a candid reflection on her journey with discomfort, emotional challenges, and the importance of mindfulness tools. She explores personal stories of feeling unsafe, internalizing guilt, and learning to sit with uncomfortable feelings—highlighting her ongoing process of self-awareness and growth. Key Topics * The struggle of sitting with discomfort and emotional pain * Tools and techniques for managing fear and anxiety * How childhood memories influence adult beliefs about worth and abandonment * Embracing emotionality as a strength (Life Path 11) * Challenging oneself to take up space despite inner fears * The importance of self-compassion and safety in emotional processing This Substack is reader-supported. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Thanks for reading! This post is public so feel free to share it. Get full access to Girl I Am Now at girliamnow.substack.com/subscribe

    The Surprising Truth About Facing Discomfort

  4. Jul 27

    From Spiral to Self-Compassion

    In this heartfelt episode, Shannon vulnerably shares her journey through self-doubt, shame, and overthinking, emphasizing the importance of taking up space and giving oneself permission to be seen. This episode offers relatable insights on how our thoughts can imprison us and practical reflections on breaking free. Key topics * The power of vulnerability and authenticity in self-growth * How self-criticism and shame create mental prisons * Recognizing and challenging internal narratives about worthiness * Using mindfulness and external perspectives to break overthinking cycles * The significance of self-compassion and letting go of the need for validation * The Eight of Swords as a metaphor for self-imposed mental imprisonment * Practical tips for stepping outside your mental prison and taking up space * The role of journaling, reflection, and sharing in healing and self-awareness This Substack is reader-supported. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Thanks for reading! This post is public so feel free to share it. Get full access to Girl I Am Now at girliamnow.substack.com/subscribe

    From Spiral to Self-Compassion

  5. Jul 20

    The Surprising Power of Wanting Without Needing — A Breakthrough Moment

    In this episode, Shannon shares a personal journey of recognizing how shifting intentions can profoundly impact our relationships and sense of safety. She explores what it truly means to take up space by honoring her own needs and boundaries. Key Topics: * The significance of self-awareness and understanding personal patterns * How intentions influence decision-making in vulnerable situations * The difference between caring for others and abandoning oneself * Recognizing and shifting from external to internal focus * Practical insights on setting boundaries without guilt * The role of self-compassion in maintaining authentic relationships * Personal reflections on how mindset shifts can transform interactions * The importance of being present and honoring your feelings in real time * The concept of embodiment in manifesting intentions and boundaries This Substack is reader-supported. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Thanks for reading! This post is public so feel free to share it. Get full access to Girl I Am Now at girliamnow.substack.com/subscribe

    The Surprising Power of Wanting Without Needing — A Breakthrough Moment

  6. Jul 13

    From Heavy Decisions to Self-Alignment: The Mental Shift That Liberates You

    In this episode, Shannon shares a personal journey of recognizing how shifting intentions can profoundly impact our relationships and sense of safety. She explores what it truly means to take up space by honoring her own needs and boundaries. Key Topics: * The significance of self-awareness and understanding personal patterns * How intentions influence decision-making in vulnerable situations * The difference between caring for others and abandoning oneself * Recognizing and shifting from external to internal focus * Practical insights on setting boundaries without guilt * The role of self-compassion in maintaining authentic relationships * Personal reflections on how mindset shifts can transform interactions * The importance of being present and honoring your feelings in real time * The concept of embodiment in manifesting intentions and boundaries This Substack is reader-supported. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This Substack is reader-supported. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to Girl I Am Now at girliamnow.substack.com/subscribe

    From Heavy Decisions to Self-Alignment: The Mental Shift That Liberates You

  7. Jul 6

    The Power of Judging and Self-Awareness

    Discover how our judgments — about ourselves and others — shape our perceptions and life experiences. In this episode, Shannon shares personal insights on understanding and releasing judgments, and how self-awareness can lead to healing and healthier relationships. Key Topics: * The unconscious habit of judging others and ourselves daily * How perceptions are influenced by childhood experiences * The analogy of workout modifications illustrating support vs. judgment * Recognizing judgment as a reflection of our internal wounds, especially abandonment * The importance of allowing others to be who they are without interference * Personal stories of judging her father and learning to see him as human * How seeking external validation often masks a deeper need for self-approval * The process of self-awareness and noticing recurring patterns * Embracing imperfection and understanding that everyone is on their own healing journey This Substack is reader-supported. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Thanks for reading! This post is public so feel free to share it. Get full access to Girl I Am Now at girliamnow.substack.com/subscribe

    The Power of Judging and Self-Awareness

  8. Jun 29

    The Unexpected Truth About Happiness: It Starts With Trusting Yourself

    In this heartfelt episode of “Taking Up Space,” Shannon shares her personal journey of self-trust, embracing imperfections, and the importance of being present. Her candid reflections inspire listeners to prioritize their own needs and passions without fear of failure. * Shannon’s recent break from recording and her feelings about it * The impact of a minor mistake at work and self-compassion * The importance of sitting with oneself during moments of discomfort * A pivotal question: “Can we just be happy now?” and its deeper meaning * The pursuit of purpose and the misconception of a single goal * Trusting oneself instead of seeking external validation * The significance of living in the moment and trusting your instincts * The wellness challenge Shannon created and celebrating small wins * Overcoming the fear of failure and the need for perfection * The concept of “taking up space” and embracing passions and quirks This Substack is reader-supported. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Thanks for reading! This post is public so feel free to share it. Get full access to Girl I Am Now at girliamnow.substack.com/subscribe

    The Unexpected Truth About Happiness: It Starts With Trusting Yourself
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