Welcome back to The Rebel’s Way podcast—your no-BS guide to breaking the rules, trusting yourself, and building a life that actually feels like yours. I’m your host, Starlyn, and today we’re unpacking one of the sneakiest ways we sabotage our own peace: expecting people to magically know what we need.

Inspired by a solo mountain getaway (that wasn’t quite as solo as planned) and my ongoing battle with mom guilt, we’re talking boundaries, expectations, and why silent resentment isn’t the vibe.

In this episode, we dive into:

Why unspoken expectations will wreck your peace every damn time

The real reason people aren’t meeting your needs (hint: they don’t know them)

How mom guilt keeps us stuck in default mode

My not-so-glamorous lesson in screen time, FaceTime, and setting boundaries

The uncomfortable magic of actually sticking to your boundaries

This episode is your reminder that no one’s a mind reader—and if you want space, peace, or support, you’ve got to say it. The badass life you’re building? It starts with clear expectations and owning your own damn needs.

Challenge for You:

What do you need that you haven’t said out loud? Your mission this week: tell one person exactly what you need—without guilt, apology, or hoping they’ll just guess.

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