In this episode Diane sits down with Reese Brown from the Make Meaning Podcast for a powerful conversation about awareness, identity, and the stories we unknowingly live inside of. Together, they explore how the unconscious narratives we carry —especially the deeply rooted story of “I’m not good enough” — quietly shape our reactions, relationships, and sense of self. This conversation goes beyond surface-level self-help and into the deeper emotional patterns many women have inherited: people-pleasing, self-doubt, over-functioning, perfectionism, and the constant search for approval. Because without awareness, we don’t respond to life consciously — we react from the stories we believe. Diane and Reese also explore: *Why awareness is the foundation for meaningful change *How our relationship with ourselves impacts every other relationship *Why healing begins when we become curious about the stories running beneath our behaviors This episode is an invitation to slow down, become aware, and reconnect with the part of you underneath the conditioning, performance, and self-protection. Because the relationship you have with yourself shapes everything. About Reese: Lillian Reese Brown is a speaker, mentor, and the founder of The Cohere Collective, where she helps individuals remember their inner spark and make meaning through life with purpose and Coherence. She is also the host of Making Meaning, a podcast exploring how purpose-driven people create meaning in a seemingly meaningless world through personal experience, expertise, and community impact. Blending her background in human centered design, philosophical and linguistic frameworks, and the psychological human experience, Reese developed The Coherence Matrix, aframework for curiously evolving toward alignment, meaning, and Coherent living. If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who may be stuck in the story that they are “not enough.” Ready for the Next Step? If this episode resonated and you’re ready to move from reactivity to emotional empowerment, better communication and deeper connection a Breakthrough Session may be your next step. Learnmore or schedule your session here: https://www.dianesorensen.net/bookConnect with Reese: Book your complimentary Coherent Design consultation: https://www.thecoherecollective.com/coherent-design Website: www.thecoherecollective.com Email: connect@thecoherecollective.com All links: https://linktr.ee/thecoherecollective Connect with Diane:Instagram: @dianesorensen.bbFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/diane.sorensen.589 Join the conversation — share your takeaways or questionsfrom today’s episode by sending me a message on Instagram or Facebook - your reflections matter. Working Together:Diane Sorensen Coaching is where boundary workbecomes the bridge from chaos to connection. You’ll learn to transform your triggers, lead with compassion, and create emotionally safe, connected relationships built on authenticity, not approval.Reclaim your CALM, speak your TRUTH, and live FREE → Submit an inquiry or learn more: www.dianesorensen.net/contact → Explore free guides and resources to support your growth: www.dianesorensen.net/ → Join the weekly newsletter for insights, tools, and support deliveredstraight to your inbox: www.dianesorensen.net/email-list Breakthrough session – Take your first step toward better communication and real connection. 👉 Book your session here: https://www.dianesorensen.net/book
