Ep. 6 How Your Ego Keeps You Stuck

Ep. 7 The Small Shifts I Made In My Relationship That Made REAL CHANGE

Ep. 7 The Small Shifts I Made In My Relationship That Made REAL CHANGE Over the last few years, I've made countless changes in my life—but some of the most impactful weren't the big, dramatic ones. They were the small moments where I chose to pause instead of react, communicate instead of assume, and take responsibility for my own healing. In this episode, I'm sharing some of the micro shifts I've made in my relationship that have led to massive changes over time. Not because my relationship became perfect, but because I started showing up differently within it. We explore how nervous system work, self-awareness, and personal growth actually play out in everyday moments—from difficult conversations and misunderstandings to learning how to feel safe, connected, and honest with another person. We'll talk about: * responding instead of reacting * taking ownership of your triggers * communicating needs more clearly * letting go of old relationship habits * creating safety through consistency and trust If you've ever wondered what healing looks like beyond the books, podcasts, and personal development work, this episode offers a real-life look at how small changes can transform the way we love and connect. If something in this episode resonated and you’re feeling the pull to go deeper— You can connect with me on Instagram: @gracielaserenamusic And explore ways to work with me (including Coming Home and Devotional) through the link below. ⁠⁠https://www.gracielaserena.com⁠⁠ [https://www.gracielaserena.com/] If this podcast is supporting you, you can help it grow by following, sharing it with someone in your life, or leaving a review—it truly makes a difference. And as always— Your truth isn’t too much.Your voice isn’t the problem.Stay there…in that place where it’s real.

Ep. 6 How Your Ego Keeps You Stuck

Episode 6: How Your Ego Keeps You Stuck The ego isn’t the enemy—but it can be the very thing keeping you from growing. In this episode, we dive into the protective role of the ego, how it forms, and the subtle ways it can keep us stuck in fear, defensiveness, familiar patterns, and limitation. Because while the ego is often trying to protect us from pain, rejection, or failure… it can also stop us from expanding into new versions of ourselves. I talk about the difference between a healthy ego and a wounded ego, how the ego can hide inside perfectionism, people-pleasing, control, and validation-seeking, and why growth often feels threatening to the parts of us that crave familiarity and certainty. We also explore: * the ego’s role in relationships and self-abandonment * fear of failure, rejection, and being seen differently * defensiveness, identity, and attachment to old stories * why healing can feel uncomfortable to the ego * how to become aware of your ego without shaming yourself If you’ve been feeling stuck, resistant to change, or caught in the same patterns even when you know better—this episode is for you. If something in this episode resonated and you’re feeling the pull to go deeper— You can connect with me on Instagram: @gracielaserenamusic And explore ways to work with me (including Coming Home and Devotional) through the link below. ⁠⁠https://www.gracielaserena.com⁠⁠ [https://www.gracielaserena.com/] If this podcast is supporting you, you can help it grow by following, sharing it with someone in your life, or leaving a review—it truly makes a difference. And as always— Your truth isn’t too much.Your voice isn’t the problem.Stay there…in that place where it’s real.

Ep. 5 Why You Keep Attracting The Same Kind Of Person

Episode 5: Why You Keep Attracting the Same Type of Person If your relationships keep feeling the same—draining, confusing, inconsistent, or one-sided—it’s probably not just bad luck. There’s a pattern underneath it. In this episode, we dive into the connection between self-abandonment, nervous system patterns, and the roles we unconsciously play inside our relationships. Because it’s not just about who we attract—it’s also about what we tolerate, overlook, and continue choosing. I talk about how relationships can act like mirrors, why familiarity can feel like chemistry, and the deeper reasons we stay in dynamics that don’t actually feel good for us. We also explore: * over-giving and people-pleasing * avoidant dynamics and emotional unavailability * why “chemistry” can sometimes be nervous system activation * the small moments where self-abandonment begins * how to start interrupting old relationship patterns If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “Why does this keep happening to me?”—this episode is for you. If something in this episode resonated and you’re feeling the pull to go deeper— You can connect with me on Instagram: @gracielaserenamusic And explore ways to work with me (including Coming Home and Devotional) through the link below. ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.gracielaserena.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.gracielaserena.com/] If this podcast is supporting you, you can help it grow by following, sharing it with someone in your life, or leaving a review—it truly makes a difference. And as always— Your truth isn’t too much. Your voice isn’t the problem.Stay there…in that place where it’s real.

Ep. 4 How To Choose Yourself (In Real Time)

Episode 4: How to Start Choosing Yourself (In Real Life) Choosing yourself sounds empowering… until it means disappointing someone, saying no, missing out, or doing something differently than you normally would. In this episode, we’re talking about what it actually looks like to start choosing yourself in everyday life—and why it can feel so uncomfortable at first. I share my experience of navigating the beginning of my music career, the fear of missing out, and the deeper fear underneath it all: being forgotten. We also dive into the small ways we abandon ourselves daily, how to start building self-trust, and why discomfort doesn’t always mean you’re doing something wrong. If you’ve been struggling to honor your needs, set boundaries, or stop over-explaining yourself, this episode will help you start making choices that feel more aligned—even when they feel unfamiliar. If something in this episode resonated and you’re feeling the pull to go deeper— You can connect with me on Instagram: @gracielaserenamusic And explore ways to work with me (including Coming Home and Devotional) through the link below. ⁠⁠⁠https://www.gracielaserena.com⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.gracielaserena.com/] If this podcast is supporting you, you can help it grow by following, sharing it with someone in your life, or leaving a review—it truly makes a difference. And as always— Your truth isn’t too much. Your voice isn’t the problem. Stay there…in that place where it’s real.

Ep.3 Why Your Nervous System Is Running Your Love Life

Episode 3: Why You Go Back (Your Nervous System Explained) Have you ever known something wasn’t right… and still found yourself going back? In this episode, we’re diving into the why behind self-abandonment—specifically, how your nervous system plays a powerful role in the patterns you feel stuck in. This isn’t about a lack of discipline or willpower. It’s about what your body has learned to feel safe in. I share a personal story about being in a relationship I couldn’t leave—and how that eventually led me back into another familiar pattern. We also explore everyday moments you might not even realize are driven by your nervous system, like over-texting, over-giving, or staying in situations that don’t feel right. If you’ve ever felt frustrated with yourself for “knowing better” but not doing better, this episode will help you understand why—and start approaching yourself with more awareness and compassion. If something in this episode resonated and you’re feeling the pull to go deeper— You can connect with me on Instagram: @gracielaserenamusic And explore ways to work with me (including Coming Home and Devotional) through the link below. ⁠https://www.gracielaserena.com⁠ [https://www.gracielaserena.com/] If this podcast is supporting you, you can help it grow by following, sharing it with someone in your life, or leaving a review—it truly makes a difference. And as always— Your truth isn’t too much.Your voice isn’t the problem.Stay there…in that place where it’s real.