Your Favorite Self

Sophia Hyde
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Take a deep breath. You can rest here. For possibly the first time in your life, no one is going to tell you what you "should" want out of life. How you "should" show up. What you "should" value. Master Life Coach Sophia Hyde begins with the belief that you are the expert on your own life. This is an opportunity to get what is sitting just beneath the surface in your mind, heart and soul out of your body and into reality. It's time to unleash your favorite self.

  1. 2D AGO

    S3 E26 - Dealing with Emotionally Immature People

    Have you ever walked away from a conversation thinking… What just happened? Maybe it was a family member who can’t take accountability, a coworker who twists everything into drama, an employee who refuses to change, or even a client who blames you for something that clearly wasn’t your responsibility. If you’ve ever tried to “communicate better,” explain yourself more clearly, or bring up the past hoping they’ll finally get it—and it only made things worse… You may be dealing with an emotionally immature person. In this episode, I’m breaking down what emotional immaturity actually looks like, how to recognize it quickly, and why trying to reason with these people is often a losing game. You’ll learn why emotionally immature adults can be incredibly intelligent and successful on the outside, but still emotionally operate like a teenager (or even a child) when conflict shows up. Most importantly, I’m teaching you the exact mindset shifts and boundary strategies that will save you from years of frustration, emotional spirals, and self-doubt. Inside this episode, we’ll cover: The biggest signs you’re dealing with emotional immaturityWhy logic, “talking it through,” and bringing up the past won’t workHow emotionally immature people rewrite reality to protect themselvesWhy they almost never apologize (and what to do instead)The only type of communication they actually respond toHow to stop needing to be understoodHow to let them feel their feelings without it wrecking your peaceIf you’re tired of feeling like you’re the only emotionally regulated adult in the room, this episode will feel like a deep exhale. Bookmark this one. You’re going to need it. 🎧 Listen now, and learn how to protect your energy while continuing to build your favorite life. Purchase your copy of Unleash Your Favorite Self book and the corresponding journal. Interested in one-on-one coaching? Click here to schedule a Roadmap session with Sophia. Download the Favorite Self app in the Apple Store or Google Play. Connect with Sophia on Facebook, Instagram or YouTube Have a topic you would love to hear Sophia address on the podcast? Send your ideas to hello@sophiahyde.com

    39 min

  2. FEB 4

    S3 E25 - What Hygge Taught Me

    What if your life didn’t need an escape? In this episode of Your Favorite Self, I’m inviting you into a concept that changed everything for my husband and me: hygge (pronounced hoo-gah). It is a Danish way of living that prioritizes coziness, presence, pleasure, and slowing down. Hygge became more than an idea for us, it became a lifestyle. This weekend we were snowed in at our mountain home, building a rainbow igloo with our kids, sipping warm drinks, doing puzzles, and realizing something profound: our life no longer feels like something we need a vacation from. In this conversation, I explore: What hygge actually is (and what it’s not)How a quiet cabin trip years ago planted the seed for a completely different way of livingWhy “busy” and “successful” are not the same thingHow unsubscribing from hustle culture changed our nervous systems, our family rhythm, and our joyWhy alignment looks different for everyone, and how to honor what you needHow intuition, environment, and even human design can guide you toward a life that feels expansive instead of constrictingThis episode is not about telling you how to live. It’s about reminding you that there are options. That if the life you’re living feels rushed, heavy, or misaligned, you’re allowed to change it. Slowly. Gently. On purpose. If you’ve ever dreamed of a softer life, a cozier rhythm, or waking up feeling like your life already is the reward, this episode is for you. Let this be your permission slip to imagine — and start creating — your favorite life. Purchase your copy of Unleash Your Favorite Self book and the corresponding journal. Interested in one-on-one coaching? Click here to schedule a Roadmap session with Sophia. Download the Favorite Self app in the Apple Store or Google Play. Connect with Sophia on Facebook, Instagram or YouTube Have a topic you would love to hear Sophia address on the podcast? Send your ideas to hello@sophiahyde.com

    28 min

  3. JAN 27

    S3 E24 - Whose voice is should-ing on you?

    One of the most freeing skills you can learn as a high-achieving woman: how to stop “should-ing” on yourself. That nagging voice that says you should be working more, earning more, resting less, or living differently didn’t appear out of nowhere. It came from somewhere — a parent, a teacher, a TV show, capitalism, your past self, or a version of you that was afraid. In this conversation, Sophia walks you through: How to identify whose voice your “should” actually isWhy your highest and best self never speaks in shame, guilt, or pressureHow arbitrary rules about work hours, productivity, rest, and success get embedded in usReal coaching stories that show how freeing it is to trace a belief back to its sourceWhy there is no universal “right” number of hours to work, earn, rest, or achieveIf you’ve ever felt torn between two inner voices — one pushing you harder, and one quietly asking for something different — this episode will help you learn how to listen to the right one. This is a practical, compassionate guide to designing your life and business from alignment instead of inherited rules. Because your favorite life isn’t built by following someone else’s “shoulds.” It’s built by learning how to trust yourself again. Purchase your copy of Unleash Your Favorite Self book and the corresponding journal. Interested in one-on-one coaching? Click here to schedule a Roadmap session with Sophia. Download the Favorite Self app in the Apple Store or Google Play. Connect with Sophia on Facebook, Instagram or YouTube Have a topic you would love to hear Sophia address on the podcast? Send your ideas to hello@sophiahyde.com

    31 min

  4. JAN 20

    S3 E23 - When You're the Strong One, Who Holds You?

    This episode is for the strong women.  The ones everyone counts on.  The ones who always get it done.  The ones who rarely ask for help because they’ve learned how to carry it all. But when you’re the strong one… who holds you? In this episode of Your Favorite Self, Sophia opens an honest, nuanced conversation about what it actually means to be supported when you’re the person others assume is “always fine.” She shares personal stories of being overlooked, not checked on, and quietly carrying more than anyone realized—not because she was hiding, but because strength is often misread as having no needs at all. You’ll hear behind-the-scenes examples from a recent adrenal fatigue crash, past seasons of deep emotional healing, and everyday moments where support looked less like fixing and more like being held—through co-regulation, presence, friendship, rest, touch, laughter, lowered expectations, and permission to stop performing. This episode explores: Why strong women often don’t receive support until their bodies force them to stopHow to recognize early signs that you need help before burnout hitsWhat “being held” actually looks like (emotionally, physically, socially)How to ask for what you want, not just what you “need”Why rest, connection, and nervous system regulation are not luxuries—they’re human needsIf you’ve ever felt invisible in your strength, unsure how to let yourself fall apart, or tired of being the one who always carries everyone else, this episode is a reminder: being strong doesn’t mean doing it alone. It means learning how to receive support, too. You don’t have to earn rest.  You don’t have to justify your needs.  And you don’t have to be okay all the time to still be powerful. Purchase your copy of Unleash Your Favorite Self book and the corresponding journal. Interested in one-on-one coaching? Click here to schedule a Roadmap session with Sophia. Download the Favorite Self app in the Apple Store or Google Play. Connect with Sophia on Facebook, Instagram or YouTube Have a topic you would love to hear Sophia address on the podcast? Send your ideas to hello@sophiahyde.com

    1 hr

  5. JAN 13

    S3 E22 Soft Launching into 2026

    As we step into 2026, many of us are carrying more than we expected — fatigue, overwhelm, heartbreak from the news, and the leftover weight of a busy holiday season. If you’ve been wondering, “Why am I so tired?” or “Why can’t I find the motivation yet?”, this episode is your reminder: nothing is wrong with you. You’re human. And you’re allowed to begin this year gently. In this conversation, Sophia invites you into a softer start to January — one rooted in rest, nervous system regulation, and honest capacity. She shares personal stories from the last few weeks, what it looks like to process heaviness without shutting down, and the surprising ways our bodies mirror nature’s winter rhythms. You’ll learn why you don’t need to “hit the ground running,” how to choose the one habit that will support your energy this season, and why most goals don’t require a full year — only the moment you finally decide they matter. If you’ve been craving permission to slow down, breathe, recalibrate, and still believe in beautiful things for the year ahead, this episode will land like a balm on your heart. Purchase your copy of Unleash Your Favorite Self book and the corresponding journal. Interested in one-on-one coaching? Click here to schedule a Roadmap session with Sophia. Download the Favorite Self app in the Apple Store or Google Play. Connect with Sophia on Facebook, Instagram or YouTube Have a topic you would love to hear Sophia address on the podcast? Send your ideas to hello@sophiahyde.com

    28 min

  6. 12/16/2025

    S3 E21 - The Biggest Networking Mistakes (and What to Do Instead) [Part 3 of Your Favorite Business]

    What actually makes networking work and why does it feel so uncomfortable for so many people? In this episode, Sophia breaks down the biggest mistakes people make at networking events and offers a refresh  approach to building relationships that actually lead to opportunities (without feeling slimy, salesy, or cringe). You’ll hear why treating networking like a transaction almost always backfires, and how shifting into a mindset of curiosity, generosity, and genuine connection creates far better long-term results. Sophia shares real stories from nearly two decades of networking experience to show why being fully yourself is not a liability, but your greatest advantage. She also walks you through how to clearly and confidently explain what you do without rambling, confusing people, or launching into an awkward elevator pitch, and why clarity is one of the most underrated networking skills. You’ll learn how to create a simple one-liner that helps people instantly “get” what you do, remember you later, and refer you naturally. Finally, Sophia covers how to think about follow-up in a way that feels aligned and sustainable, whether that’s inviting someone to coffee, a consult, or simply staying connected over time. If you want to grow your business through relationships, referrals, and word-of-mouth, this episode is for you.  To register for the free webinar No More Cringe: A Simple, Human Way to Network and Grow Your Business, happening December 18 at 1 p.m. EST, Click here.  Purchase your copy of Unleash Your Favorite Self book and the corresponding journal. Interested in one-on-one coaching? Click here to schedule a Roadmap session with Sophia. Download the Favorite Self app in the Apple Store or Google Play. Connect with Sophia on Facebook, Instagram or YouTube Have a topic you would love to hear Sophia address on the podcast? Send your ideas to hello@sophiahyde.com

    30 min

  7. 12/09/2025

    S3 E20 - How to Own Any Room (Part 2 of Your Favorite Business Series)

    In this episode, Sophia digs into a topic everyone encounters—how to walk into a room with confidence and actually enjoy yourself once you’re there. Whether it’s a Chamber of Commerce event, a work conference, a family gathering, or a kid’s birthday party, we all end up in spaces where we feel unsure, awkward, or out of place. Sophia shares her top five strategies for “owning a room,” drawn from nearly two decades of in-person networking experience, countless trainings, and plenty of trial and error. She explains why your mindset matters more than anything you say, how your thoughts shape your energy, and why people pick up on that energy instantly. Sophia also talks about the trap of trying to act how you think you “should” in a room and why being your true self is always more effective. You’ll learn her powerful 7-2-1 Rule for understanding connection dynamics, the one simple goal she sets for every event she attends, and how to redirect conversations so they feel natural instead of draining. She also shares Brandon’s brilliant advice for introverts: how to navigate a room without forcing yourself into uncomfortable social gymnastics. This episode is a blend of practical tools, personal stories, and the mindset shifts that make networking—and being in any room—feel easier, lighter, and more human. Sophia also announces her upcoming free webinar, No More Cringe: A Simple, Human Way to Network and Grow Your Business, happening December 18 at 1 p.m., where she’ll teach her full, actionable system for building real relationships that support your business in 2026 and beyond. Click here to register for the webinar. Tune in for a warm, insightful conversation that will help you feel more grounded, authentic, and confident no matter what room you walk into. Purchase your copy of Unleash Your Favorite Self book and the corresponding journal. Interested in one-on-one coaching? Click here to schedule a Roadmap session with Sophia. Download the Favorite Self app in the Apple Store or Google Play. Connect with Sophia on Facebook, Instagram or YouTube Have a topic you would love to hear Sophia address on the podcast? Send your ideas to hello@sophiahyde.com

    25 min

  8. 12/02/2025

    S3 E19 - Build Your Favorite Business (Part 1)

    In this week’s episode, Sophia kicks off a brand-new series that speaks directly to the entrepreneurs, dreamers, and business owners in her community—whether you’re just getting started, rebuilding from scratch, or already successful but craving something that feels more aligned. After months of talking about living your 10/10 life, Sophia realized a huge portion of her audience is hungry for guidance on creating a business that actually supports the life they want—not the other way around. Today, she lays the foundation for what she calls your favorite business: a business that fits your strengths, your personality, your season of life, and your deepest values. Sophia breaks down the three essential pillars every entrepreneur must build before their business can truly thrive: 1. Value: Are you solving a real problem? Business only works when people are willing to pay for the solution you offer. Sophia shares tangible examples—from glasses and purses to real-world photography and handmade products—of how value is defined by the customer, not the creator. She unpacks why so many new entrepreneurs struggle to communicate the problem they solve and why clarity is everything. 2. Alignment: Does the business model actually fit you? This is the piece Sophia sees entrepreneurs overlook the most. She shares stories from multiple industries—coaching, photography, Etsy shops, financial services, even plumbing—to show how small pivots can transform burnout into joy. She also opens up about her and Brandon’s journey in the video production world and why stepping away was the best decision for their mental health and marriage. The message: success means nothing if it’s not aligned with who you are. 3. Visibility: Are you in the right rooms with the right people? Most businesses don’t fail because the offer is bad—they fail because the owner isn’t meeting enough of the right people. Whether online or in person, Sophia explains why showing up strategically matters more than posting endlessly on social media. She introduces her powerful “7–2–1 Rule” from her book and explores how the culture of the room changes everything about who you attract and who you’re meant to serve. This episode is a grounded, honest, and encouraging invitation to rethink how you run your business heading into 2026. With more coming next week, Sophia sets the stage for a podcast mini-series that will help you build a business that feels deeply aligned, deeply valuable, and deeply yours. Purchase your copy of Unleash Your Favorite Self book and the corresponding journal. Interested in one-on-one coaching? Click here to schedule a Roadmap session with Sophia. Download the Favorite Self app in the Apple Store or Google Play. Connect with Sophia on Facebook, Instagram or YouTube Have a topic you would love to hear Sophia address on the podcast? Send your ideas to hello@sophiahyde.com

    32 min
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Take a deep breath. You can rest here. For possibly the first time in your life, no one is going to tell you what you "should" want out of life. How you "should" show up. What you "should" value. Master Life Coach Sophia Hyde begins with the belief that you are the expert on your own life. This is an opportunity to get what is sitting just beneath the surface in your mind, heart and soul out of your body and into reality. It's time to unleash your favorite self.

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  • Creator
    Sophia Hyde
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    88
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Your Favorite Self
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