I'm So Grown

Shatiya
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Welcome to I'm So Grown! In just 10-15 minutes, Shatiya share relatable stories, life lessons, and mindset gems to help you pause, reflect, and grow. Each episode blends faith, emotional intelligence, and personal growth-- leaving you saying, "Old Me Could Never."

  1. 4h ago

    Put Your Name in The Hat

    45: Put Your Name in the Hat In this special one-year anniversary episode of I’m So Grown, Shatiya reflects on her journey of taking chances, overcoming rejection, stepping outside your comfort zone, embracing new opportunities, pivoting when necessary, and never counting yourself out before you even try. Whether you’re pursuing a new career, launching a business, starting a podcast, chasing a dream, or simply trying to find the courage to begin again, this episode is your reminder that you don’t have to know the outcome to take the first step. Plus, Shatiya shares an update on her current podcast competition for a chance to win $25K and six episodes with iHeartRadio! Support I’m So Grown: Vote for Shatiya by clicking below and help her take this podcast to the next level. https://tophost.org/2026/shatiya Sometimes being grown is giving yourself permission to try again, even when you don’t know how the story will end. #ImSoGrown #PersonalGrowth #Motivation #OvercomingRejection #BelieveInYourself #Podcast #SelfDevelopment #KeepTrying #WomenWhoPodcast #iHeartRadio

  2. Sep 19

    Stop Waiting to Live with Raven Connor

    44. What are you waiting to do because you’re waiting for someone else? In this episode of I’m So Grown Podcast, we’re talking about solo travel, living life on your own terms, exploring your own joys, and the cost of waiting. I sit down with my friend Raven to explore what it means to stop living by the phrase, “I’ll do this when…” Whether it’s traveling internationally, buying a home, going to dinner alone, attending an event, moving to a new city, or simply trying something new, how much of our lives do we postpone while waiting for the “right” person or circumstance? We talk about the difference between being alone and being lonely, learning to enjoy your own company, and creating a life that doesn’t require a plus-one to be meaningful. Because you can desire love, partnership, friendship, and community—and still refuse to put your life on pause waiting for them. Maybe the question isn’t, “Who am I going to go with?” Maybe it’s: “Why can’t I go with myself?” "Go solo. Meet new people when you get there." is a mantra Shatiya started to live by. Because sometimes being grown is realizing you don’t need a permission slip to live. Go anyway! Keywords: solo travel, solo travel for women, women traveling alone, living life on your own terms, the cost of waiting, “I’ll do this when,” enjoying your own company, exploring your own joys, being alone vs. lonely, independent women, self-discovery, personal growth, women and relationships, waiting for love, single life, lifestyle podcast, personal development, travel podcast, women’s empowerment, I’m So Grown Podcast, Shatiya Macon.

  3. Aug 30

    Break The Pattern

    Awareness is one thing. Choosing differently is another. You don’t break a pattern because you recognize it once. You break it every time you’re given the opportunity to repeat it—and choose something different. In this episode of I’m So Grown Podcast, we’re talking about what happens after you recognize a pattern in your life. Because seeing the behavior doesn’t automatically mean you’ll stop repeating it. Why do we return to situations that have already hurt us? Why can familiar behavior feel more comfortable than the unknown? And what does it actually take to interrupt a cycle and make a different choice? From parenting and relationships to boundaries and the habits we continue even when we know better, this episode explores the difference between recognizing a pattern and actually breaking it. Sometimes breaking the pattern isn’t just having the strength to leave—it’s having the strength not to return. If you’ve been noticing the same situations, behaviors, or outcomes repeating in your life, this episode is your reminder: you don’t break a pattern simply by becoming aware of it. You break it every time you have the opportunity to repeat it—and choose differently. Sometimes being grown is not just recognizing the pattern—but having the courage to choose differently. SEO Keywords:breaking patterns, break the cycle, self awareness, personal growth, healing journey, changing behavior, toxic relationship patterns, relationship cycles, family patterns, parenting differently, generational patterns, setting boundaries, emotional growth, self improvement, choosing differently, healing habits, women’s personal growth, adulthood podcast, life lessons, I’m So Grown Podcast

  4. Aug 22

    Blindspot Patterns Part 2: Work Life Balance

    Episode 42: Blindspot Patterns, Part 2 In this episode of I’m So Grown Podcast, I uncover another blindspot pattern: when work and responsibilities increase, the things that make me feel like me—working out, creating, podcasting, having time for myself—are often the first things I sacrifice.After noticing that I stopped going to the gym for three months and stopped podcasting for four months after returning to work, I started connecting the dots between my career choices, motherhood, time freedom, and the kind of life I actually want to build.Now, as I prepare for a new school year with my child, starting a new job, I’m asking a bigger question:Can I have a career without abandoning myself?This isn’t just about finding work. It’s about finding a way to earn money, build a career, care for my family, and still make room for me.Sometimes being grown is recognizing being responsible for your life doesn’t mean abandoning yourself in the process.”SEO Keywords: blindspot patterns, self-awareness, personal growth, work-life balance, career and motherhood, career journey, finding yourself, burnout, self-abandonment, healthy boundaries, time freedom, working mom, career decisions, personal development, life balance, I’m So Grown Podcast, Tiya Today

  5. Aug 14

    Blindspot Patterns

    Episode 41: Blindspot Patterns It’s easy to see a pattern in someone else’s life. It’s a lot harder to recognize one in your own. In this episode of I’m So Grown, we’re continuing the conversation about patterns—but this time, I’m turning the mirror on myself. Last episode, I asked you: What patterns do you have? Well, I'm answering that question today. I’m sharing three patterns I’ve noticed in myself: • The Cut-Off Pattern — when protecting myself means creating distance from people, situations, and even opportunities. • The “Reject You Before You Reject Me” Pattern — especially in romantic relationships, when uncertainty makes me want to leave before I have to experience rejection. • The Cold Shoulder Pattern — a behavior I used much more when I was younger, when shutting someone out felt easier than dealing with the conflict. And underneath all three, I noticed something bigger: When something feels uncertain, unsafe, hurtful, or disappointing, my instinct can be to create distance. But recognizing the pattern is only the beginning. Sometimes being grown is becoming a person who can recognize patterns, question them, and then decide whether they still serve you. Keywords: patterns, self-awareness, personal growth, emotional patterns, unhealthy patterns, relationship patterns, family patterns, self-reflection, healing, emotional maturity, boundaries, rejection, dating patterns, personal development, adulting, becoming emotionally mature, recognizing patterns, breaking unhealthy patterns, self-growth, I’m So Grown Podcast

  6. Aug 7

    Patterns Are Not Mistakes

    Episode 40: Patterns Are Not Mistakes What happens when you stop giving people grace for the same behavior over and over again? In Episode 40 of I’m So Grown Podcast, we’re talking about the difference between mistakes and patterns, and why recognizing the pattern can change the way you approach friendships, relationships, boundaries, and self-respect. I recently came across the quote, “Grace is for mistakes, not patterns,” and whew… it freed me. Because how many times have we said, “Maybe they’re going through something,” “Give them grace,” or “That’s just how they are”—only to realize years later that the behavior wasn’t an isolated mistake. It was a pattern. This episode is about setting boundaries, recognizing toxic patterns, trusting your intuition, practicing discernment, and no longer accepting less than your standards. And yes, we’re also talking about the difference between giving grace and allowing repeated behavior, because understanding someone’s struggles doesn’t mean giving them unlimited access to you. Sometimes growth looks like forgiveness. Sometimes it looks like a boundary. And sometimes it looks like finally believing what someone’s pattern has been showing you all along. Welcome back to I’m So Grown Podcast.  Sometimes being grown is… looking at the pattern and realizing it's not a mistake. #ImSoGrownPodcast #PatternsNotMistakes #Grace #Boundaries #Friendship #ToxicFriendships #SelfRespect #PersonalGrowth #Healing #GrownWoman #Relationships #EmotionalBoundaries #Discernment #SelfWorth

  7. Mar 30

    Fear Not (A Grown Sunday)

    #39 Much is happening in this world. In this episode, Shatiya talks about not watching the news in years, protecting your joy, not panicking, being selective of what you hear, guarding your heart and sharing biblical verses about what to do when you hear rumors of wars--- Fear not.

  8. Mar 27

    So What's Your Love Language?

    #38 In this episode of I’m So Grown, Shatiya dives into a simple but powerful question: What’s your love language… and why?After a recent conversation that connected love languages to upbringing, Shatiya reflects on how the way we were raised can influence how we give and receive love. From acts of service to quality time, she breaks down the 5 love languages and shares why understanding your own is key to building healthy, fulfilling relationships.This episode is your reminder to stop guessing what love feels like—and get clear on what you actually need. Because as you grow, heal, and evolve… your love language might too.If you’ve ever felt misunderstood in relationships or struggled to communicate your needs, this one is for you.

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Welcome to I'm So Grown! In just 10-15 minutes, Shatiya share relatable stories, life lessons, and mindset gems to help you pause, reflect, and grow. Each episode blends faith, emotional intelligence, and personal growth-- leaving you saying, "Old Me Could Never."

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  • Creator
    Shatiya
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    45
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Shatiya
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    I'm So Grown