Taking Charge of Your Own Story: Insights from Steph and Beth
It s worth it for you to take the time to really get to know yourself.
Ever wondered what it means to truly know yourself? In this episode of 'Discovering Our Scars', hosts Steph and Beth dive into the concept of self-awareness and the courage it takes to be the authority on your own life. After a series of episodes focused on the coronavirus pandemic, they return to their core mission: honest conversations about life's challenging topics.
This time, they explore the obstacles that keep us from understanding ourselves and the fears that can derail our self-discovery journey. Steph and Beth share candid stories about times they struggled with self-awareness and what eventually helped them move forward. They discuss the distractions that often pull us away from self-reflection and how loving yourself can open the door to receiving love from others.
Beth, for instance, talks about getting married at 20 and how her marriage has been a space for learning to love herself. The conversation also touches on various aspects of life, including relationships, professional challenges, and personal growth. The hosts emphasize the importance of having a support system—people who will stand by you even when you find it hard to like yourself.
As Beth puts it, 'It helps to have people who are willing to like you even when you don't like yourself, so they can carry you through those times'. By the end of the episode, you'll feel encouraged to invest time in getting to know yourself better. As Steph says, 'It's worth it for you to take the time to really get to know yourself'.
This episode is a heartfelt reminder that self-awareness is not just about introspection; it's about embracing your full story and finding the courage to be your own authority.