We all carry parts of ourselves that once protected us, guided us, or kept us safe—but no longer serve who we’re becoming. Letting go can be one of the hardest acts of growth. Some of the most enlightened members of the community share their thoughts on this below.
Tonia Herrero
Recently I reached a point where I realized I needed to stop apologizing for myself. I am outgoing, expressive, eccentric, and transparent and I can take up a lot of space. I have been complimented for seemingly being unapologetically me and not giving a sh*t about what other people think about me. Read More>>
Sheldon Wyman
I believe we go through phases of thinking in life. As children, we often believe anything is possible, but somewhere along the way society tells us to be “realistic” and conform. I went through that cycle myself, and for a time I accepted that settling was the definition of success. As I’ve grown, I’ve realized that mindset no longer serves me. Read More>>
Justin Walker
The boy who was never seen. I grew up in an abusive home but the kind no one would believe me or could save me. My father left when I was 5 and while we reconnected later in life, he was even still like a stranger in way. Read More>>
Nancy Hassel
I think over the years, as you evolve as a human and a business person, you may find things that no longer serve you. It could just be that you outgrew whatever it was. I did Public Relations for many years for lovely pet business clients, but knew it was not something I wanted to continue in the long run. Read More>>
Moe Houston
Hmm… this is a question that really makes you think. I want to say my entire 20s served their purpose. I think during that time, I was trying to protect myself, trying to focus in, and in a way, I was living for others and not for myself. I know growing up is literally inevitable. Read More>>
Jamila Surles
The part of me that has served it’s purpose that I now need to release is the need to be understood all the time. Also, it is ok to take path that is not always conventional. It is ok to step out on faith and do things that have not been done or seemingly difficult. Read More>>
Chiara Magni
The part of me that believed I had to constantly prove my worth through exhaustion has served its purpose and must now be released. For a long time I thought that sacrifice, endless hours of work, and pushing myself beyond every limit were the only ways to deserve recognition. That mindset gave me strength and discipline, but it also drained me. Read More>>
Samia Khalaf
The part of me that believed I constantly had to prove my worth through overworking and overextending has served its purpose and must now be released. That instinct came from an early place of survival, growing up between cultures in different countries, I felt pressure to demonstrate value to belong. Read More>>
Tyjaya Brandon-Starks
I feel like I’m constantly stuck in my head, overthinking everything and not truly living in the moment. I’m hyper-aware of every detail, analyzing every aspect of my life and interactions. It’s like I’m trapped in a cycle of second-guessing myself and constantly judging my actions. What’s worse, I tend to beat myself up over even the smallest mistakes, which just reinforces this negative pattern. Read More>>
Cara Bukacek
In the early days of my blog and my job as a contributing writer, I had a bad case of imposter syndrome. I went to college to learn elementary education. I felt like I had no business as a writer because I was never formally trained to do so. Read More>>
Ayesha Walker
In astrology, Lilith represents our wild, unapologetic self, the part of us that refuses to be silenced or domesticated. It’s where our raw power lives, but it’s also where we’ve often been shamed or told to be little. Lilith is the truth, our deep desires, and the untamed parts of us that demand to be seen. Read More>>
Milica Krstic
The part of me that has served its purpose and must now be released is the version of myself that believed she had to be everything for everyone. For a long time I carried the identity of the rescuer, the person who would hold everything together no matter the cost. That part of me was born from love and urgency. Read More>>
Ryan Neil
As I’ve grown older, I’ve come to understand wisdom in a way I didn’t when I was younger. Back then, I saw it almost as an excuse, a reason not to push as hard or operate at the highest possible RPM in pursuit of artistic expression. I believed that more effort always equaled greater results. Read More>>
Adrianna Moreno
The people-pleaser that resided in me for decades. She was responsive, quick and solved it all and no one had to lift a finger. A part of me felt powerful in fulfilling people’s wishes. I felt affirmed, in control and seen by those whom I served. This was all to my detriment, in retrospect. The invigorating feeling wasn’t power, it was stress. Read More>>
RaeAnn Serra
The part of me that made me feel like I wasn’t good enough to be where I am. There was always this voice telling me that I didn’t belong next to all of these talented photographers, that I was a fraud and everybody would soon find out. Read More>>
Dr. Elizabeth Fried
I think executive coaching has served it’s purpose. I helped many people, and received multiple awards. Now my life has taken a spiritual turn that allows me to continue to help people through mediumship as well as expand my creative abilities and enchant children with my books. . Read More>>
