In this episode, I’m exploring internal validation — the quiet confidence that comes from trusting yourself instead of relying on praise, approval, or other people’s opinions. It's a skill that many of us were never taught! If you’ve ever felt unsettled by a comment, comparison, or expectation (especially in midlife), this one is for you.

This feels especially important at this time of year. Christmas has a way of thinning the skin, even if you’re generally confident. A comment lands harder than it should, a comparison sneaks in, or suddenly you’re questioning yourself. This episode is about learning how to steady yourself from the inside — without relying on anyone else to turn the heating back on.

In this episode, I cover:

• What self-worth really is (and why you don’t have to earn it)
• The difference between external and internal validation
• Why so many women are conditioned to seek approval
• How to strengthen internal validation in practical, everyday ways
• Why midlife can be a powerful time for strength, clarity, creativity, and reinvention

If you’ve ever felt knocked off balance by someone’s opinion, a family dynamic, or your own inner critic, I hope this episode helps you come back to yourself.

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