What if the thing holding you back isn't fear of failure—but the belief that you're not allowed to change?

This week, I'm joined by mindset coach, entrepreneur, and host of the Side Hustle of Growth podcast, Christian James ("Your Girl CJ"), for a conversation about building a life that actually fits who you're becoming.

We talk about why women are often taught to stay in one lane, how side hustles can become a pathway to freedom, and why evolving isn't something you need to apologize for.

Along the way, we explore the difference between burnout and misalignment, grieving old versions of ourselves, navigating career pivots in midlife, and learning to trust that messy seasons often mean something new is taking shape.

If you've been wondering whether it's too late to start over—or whether you're allowed to want something different—this episode is for you.

• Why women have been conditioned to stay small—and how to break that pattern
• The surprising difference between burnout and misalignment
• How to know whether an idea is a distraction or your next chapter
• Why side hustles can be about purpose, not just extra income
• Letting go without calling yourself a failure
• Building boundaries that protect your energy
• Why it's never too late to reinvent yourself
• The importance of finding people who believe in your vision
• How stopping the habit of apologizing can change the way you move through the world

One of my favorite moments from this conversation comes near the end when CJ says:

"Once we are showing up for ourselves, we automatically want to show up for others."

That's the ripple effect we're all hoping to create.

Follow CJ and listen to the Side Hustle of Growth podcast for more conversations about entrepreneurship, mindset, and creating freedom on your own terms.

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No matter where you are in your journey, we're right there with you