What happens when the life you thought you were supposed to want no longer feels like the life you truly want to live? ✨

In this powerful episode of Bring Your Fierce Energy, Stacey Kulongowski sits down with Genevieve Driezen to explore what it means to let go of expectations, rediscover yourself, and find the courage to build a life that feels authentically yours. For Genevieve, the journey began by following a path that looked familiar from the outside, building what seemed like the “imperfect perfect” relationship story, and becoming skilled at appearing vulnerable without revealing what was truly happening behind the scenes.

But when that chapter of her life came to an end, Genevieve faced a turning point. Instead of searching for the next assignment or following the path others expected her to take, she began asking a much more important question: What do I genuinely want? That shift in perspective opened the door to a new chapter, one shaped by personal discovery, a move to Scotland, marriage, and the creation of Fresh Starts Registry.

Along the way, Genevieve learned that choosing a different path doesn't always come with understanding or approval from others. Sometimes, the decisions that bring us closer to ourselves are the very ones that invite the most questions and criticism. Yet, by trusting her own vision and embracing the uncertainty of starting fresh, she began building a life that reflected her own desires rather than someone else's expectations.

This conversation isn't just about relationships, relocation, or starting a business. It's about recognizing when you've outgrown the story you've been living, finding the courage to question what you've always known, and giving yourself permission to write a new chapter—even when others don't understand it.

✨ In this episode, you'll learn:• How following the recognizable path can sometimes leave you disconnected from what you truly want• Why appearing vulnerable isn't always the same as allowing yourself to be fully seen• What it means to stop searching for the next assignment and start making intentional choices for yourself• How the end of one chapter can create space for unexpected opportunities and new beginnings• Why moving beyond societal expectations can be essential to building an authentic life• How Genevieve embraced major life changes, from moving to Scotland to building a new business• Why trusting your own decisions matters, even when others question or criticize them• How to find the courage to create a fresh start on your own terms

If this episode reminds you that you don't have to keep living a story simply because it's the one you've always known—and that it's never too late to choose a different path—don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE it with someone who is ready to embrace their next chapter. ✨

Sometimes, the most powerful fresh start begins when you stop asking what you're supposed to do and start asking what you truly want.

To learn more about Genevieve, Fresh Registry, and her work, visit:

Fresh Registry: https://www.freshstartsregistry.com/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/FreshStartsRegistry

IG: @freshstartsregistry