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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Welcome back to The Rebel’s Way podcast—your no-BS guide to breaking the rules, trusting yourself, and creating a life that actually feels like yours. I’m your host, Starlyn, and today’s episode is part pep talk, part construction confessional, and all about the real truth of slow progress.

Recorded mid-drive to the mountains (because inspired chaos is kinda my brand), this one’s for anyone staring down a long-ass goal wondering if it’s ever going to come together. Spoiler alert: It will. But not on your timeline—and that’s okay.

In this episode, we dive into:

🛣️ The myth of “should be further along by now”

💥 What HGTV won’t tell you about real transformation

⚡ How to keep going when the finish line disappears

💡 The invisible progress that’s just as important as the flashy wins

🎯 The radical pride of doing hard shit yourself—slowly

This episode is your reminder that you're not behind—you're building something that actually matters. And that kind of work? It takes time. It takes guts. And it makes you a total badass.

Challenge for You:

Make a list of all the hard shit you’ve done that no one claps for (especially YOU). The inner work. The learning curves. The almost-gave-up moments. Then look at it and say, “Damn, I did that.”

Rate and Review:

If this episode spoke to your rebel soul, take a second to rate and review the show! It helps more badass women find the podcast and start building lives they actually love.

Connect with Me:

Follow me on Instagram @starlynhaneman for more rebel wisdom, road trip metaphors, and reminders that your path is yours alone.

Welcome back to The Rebel’s Way podcast—your no-BS guide to breaking the rules, trusting yourself, and creating a life that actually feels like yours. I’m your host, Starlyn, and today we’re ripping the mask off something sneaky that’s been stealing your joy: people-pleasing.

This episode is a truth-teller, a wake-up call, and a gut-check—because if you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly deferring, defaulting, or disappearing in your own life… you’re not alone. And no, you’re not “just easygoing”—you’ve been taught to abandon yourself.

In this episode, we dive into:

Why “I’m fine with whatever” is actually a red flag

How people-pleasing is the most socially acceptable form of self-abandonment

What it really means to use your voice—and why it’s so hard to do

A simple experiment to start breaking the habit today

Why speaking up for your needs is the boldest rebellion of all

This episode is your reminder that your voice matters, your wants are valid, and you’re not here to play the supporting role in someone else’s story. You get to be the main character. Period.

Challenge for You:

Today, when someone asks you what you want—pause. Check in with yourself. Then say it out loud. No apologizing. No over-explaining. Just the truth. Try it. Let it feel awkward. Let it feel powerful.

Rate and Review:

If this episode stirred something in you, take a second to rate and review the show. It helps more rebel women find their way back to themselves—and say yes to a life they actually want.

Connect with Me:

Follow me on Instagram @starlynhaneman for more rebel truth bombs, permission slips, and reminders that you don’t need to earn your seat at the table.