Episode 671: Life Lesson 10 on Growth Isn’t Linear, And That’s the Whole Damn Point

Before we jump in… if you’re feeling stuck in people-pleasing, perfectionism, or self-sabotage—this is your sign. I’m hosting a free How To Stop Feeling Like Shit 5-day challenge to help you stop abandoning yourself and start showing up like the confident, grounded woman you’re meant to be. One small (but mighty) shift each day. Five days. Big energy. Real momentum. Join us HERE.  ********** We’ve reached the final lesson in my 10-part series on Coming Home To Yourself, and this one brings it all together. If you’ve ever thought, “I should be further along by now,” you’re not alone, and you’re not failing. Growth is layered, not linear. It’s messy, spirally, and sometimes uncomfortable, but that’s not a problem, it’s the process. In this episode, I’m exploring what real healing and fulfillment look like. You’ll hear why chasing big, sexy goals can be a form of self-abandonment, how tiny experiments can shift everything, and why self-compassion is one of the most powerful tools we have.  Most of all, I’ll remind you that the important thing isn’t the pace, it’s that you keep showing up. Because coming home to yourself is the success story. What you’ll hear about in this episode: Growth is Cyclical, Not a Checklist: It’s not about fixing the same thing over and over, but meeting familiar patterns with more awareness, strength, and self-compassion each time. The Myth of the Big, Sexy Goal: It’s not about achieving X to finally feel worthy—it’s about noticing when chasing the goal is really just abandoning yourself in disguise.  Tiny Experiments over Giant Goals: It’s not about massive overhauls, it’s about trying small, time-bound shifts like “do this for 7 days” and letting curiosity lead. Your brain thrives on it, and showing up is the success. Self-Compassion & Forgiveness Are the Real Flex: You’re not behind, late, or broken. Growth means making space for grief, rage, shame, and fear, and forgiving the past you who was doing their best. Let Go to Move Forward: It’s not quitting, it’s trusting. Letting go makes space for aligned goals, deeper love, and the unshakable truth that no matter what, you’ve got you. Download the worksheet and review the summaries for all ten lessons at http://andreaowen.com/671 Resources from this episode: Find me on Instagram! @heyandreaown How to Stop Feeling Like Shit 5-Day Challenge Coming Home to Yourself Private Coaching Write Your Way Through It Group Coaching Getting Damn Good At Life Sign up to make sure you don’t miss any of my birthday episodes! Episode 502: Breaking generational curses Book recommendations: I love a good personal development book, and you do too, right? I’ve compiled a list of book recommendations, as mentioned in past episodes. Check out these amazing book recommendations here. Happy reading!   MSN is supported by: We love the sponsors that make our show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: andreaowen.com/sponsors/ Episode link: http://andreaowen.com/671 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices