In this episode, I share a raw and honest reflection on self-doubt, rest, and what it really feels like to start something new before you feel ready. Recorded from my car after a week of illness and missed plans, this conversation is for anyone who feels like everything falls apart the moment they slow down.

I talk about the vulnerability of being new, the emotional spiral that can happen when we don't meet our own expectations, and why rest isn't failure — it's human. From sitting with doubt on the beach to questioning whether the dream is still worth pursuing, this episode explores how to keep going even when belief feels fragile.

I share why curiosity is more powerful than self-criticism, how to notice the voice of doubt without letting it run the show, and why the calling inside you doesn't disappear just because things get messy. Through stories of rejection, rest, belief, and trust, this episode is a reminder that you don't need full confidence to move forward — you just need to keep listening to what's calling you.

If you're starting a new project, navigating self-doubt, recovering from burnout, or wondering whether you're cut out for the thing you desire most, this episode is for you.

💬 In this episode, we explore:

• Self-doubt when starting something new

• Why rest can trigger fear and second-guessing

• Letting go of perfection and timelines

• Trusting the inner calling that won't go away

• Belief, curiosity, and moving forward anyway

You might not believe in yourself today — but I believe in you.

In this episode of Elena Out Loud, I'm getting honest about something many of us feel but don't always say out loud: being overwhelmed while also deeply grateful for the life we're living.

I talk about the emotional complexity of a full and busy life and what it's like to hold the tension between gratitude and stress — especially as a mother and a professional wearing many hats. This conversation isn't about complaining or fixing everything; it's about naming what's real.

We explore why it's okay to feel contradictory emotions at the same time, why overwhelm doesn't cancel out gratitude, and why asking for help is not a failure but a necessity. I also share a few simple practices that help me manage the mental load, like writing things down and letting go of the belief that I have to do everything myself.

This episode is for anyone who loves their life and still feels stretched thin — an invitation to acknowledge what's hard, honor what's good, and remember that you don't have to carry it all alone.

If this episode resonates, I'd love for you to follow the podcast, leave a review, or share it with someone who might need this reminder.

In this episode, I'm sharing something that feels both exciting and vulnerable: the story of how I finally decided to start my YouTube channel.

This didn't happen overnight. For a long time, I let self-doubt, procrastination, and fear keep me stuck. I questioned whether I had anything useful to say, whether my voice really mattered, and whether putting myself out there would actually make a difference. If I'm being honest, it was easier to keep thinking about it than to actually do it.

Through conversations with my life coach and moments of reflection — including a message that kept coming up for me through oracle cards — I was reminded of something powerful: sometimes you don't need certainty, you just need courage. For me, that meant choosing to "step into the flame" and take a risk on a dream I've been holding close for years.

This episode is about more than starting a YouTube channel. It's about what happens when we stop waiting to feel ready, surrender to the process, and allow ourselves to create simply because it matters to us. The reference I make the actor that talks about writing a poem tearing it up into tiny pieces and throwing it away is Sir Ian McKellen.

If this conversation resonates with you, I'd love for you to listen, reflect, and share it with someone who might need the reminder that their voice matters too. And if you're enjoying the podcast, please consider subscribing, leaving a review, or connecting with me — your support helps this community grow and keeps these conversations going.