Muse Yourself | Real talk on self-love and starting over

52. Permission to Be Fully YOU: How to Own Your Path Without Explaining Yourself

This episode is your reminder - no matter the season - that you never need to justify your path, your choices, or the season of life you’re in. Hi Muses, If you’ve ever felt yourself shrink around certain people, fall back into old versions of yourself, or worry about being misunderstood, the conversation on this week’s Monday Muse mini-episode is for you. Whether you’re reconnecting with family, travelling, or navigating environments that test your growth, consider this your invitation to take a breath… a permission slip to stay anchored in who you’re becoming - not who others expect you to be. While this message lands with extra relevance around the holidays, it’s a powerful reminder to carry with you all year long: your life is yours. Your timeline is yours. Your vision is yours. And you don’t need to explain your choices to anyone in order for them to be valid, meaningful, or aligned. Expect a calm, empowering dose of perspective to help you stay grounded, trust yourself, and move through any room - at any time of year - with confidence and peace. In this episode, you’ll learn: * How to stay connected to yourself around others * Why you don’t need to explain or justify your life choices * How to avoid slipping back into old versions of yourself * A grounding reframe for family dynamics and familiar environments * A powerful reminder for owning your path with confidence * How to honour the season you’re in - without guilt If you’re choosing a different path for your life while also navigating family time this month, and need a calm, grounded mindset to see you through - this is the episode for you. PS. If this episode spoke to you, please make sure you’re subscribed so we can reach more women who need these conversations 🖤 Until next time X RESOURCES: * GET YOUR FREE GUIDED VISUALISATION: Sign up HERE [https://vip.museyourselfpodcast.com/] to join the MuseLetter list and receive a FREE 10-minute guided visualisation to help you release old identities and step into your most powerful era yet * SUBSCRIBE to my free Substack community HERE [https://gemmaj.substack.com/] to join the conversation and receive new episodes straight to your inbox * CONTACT ME: If you’d like to explore how we can work together you can get in touch HERE [https://forms.gle/ystMC6cHZLFmyhs49] * Make sure you’re subscribed on your favourite podcast platform! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/whats-your-story/id1725984271] | Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/6crrBEwJRMHt5k5YvYFhNn] Get full access to Muse Yourself Podcast at gemmaj.substack.com/subscribe [https://gemmaj.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

51. You’re Closer to a Breakthrough Than You Think: How to Shift Perspective and Reclaim Your Power When Life is Challenging

What if you’re closer to a breakthrough than you realise..? Hi Muses, This week I’m reflecting on why it’s so important to remember just how quickly things can turn around - even when it feels like EVERYTHING is going against us - and why what’s on the other side has the potential to be better than you could ever imagine…or to quote Marilyn Monroe: “Things fall apart so that better things can fall together” If you’re in need of a pick-me-up, a little inspiration or just need a loving reminder to keep going, this episode is for you! I’m covering: * Why even the hardest seasons hold the potential for rapid change * How to shift your perspective when everything feels like it’s falling apart * A powerful reminder that you may be just one decision, one connection, or one opportunity away from things completely turning around * How to hold onto hope and possibility even when you can’t see the next step yet This is your reminder that life doesn’t have to take years to shift. We can change the plot anytime. Until next time X RESOURCES + LINKS: * GET YOUR FREE GUIDED VISUALISATION: Sign up HERE [https://vip.museyourselfpodcast.com/] to join the MuseLetter list and receive a FREE 10-minute guided visualisation to help you release old identities and step into your most powerful era yet * SUBSCRIBE to my free Substack community HERE [https://gemmaj.substack.com/] to join the conversation and receive new episodes straight to your inbox * CONTACT ME: If you’d like to explore how we can work together you can get in touch HERE [https://forms.gle/ystMC6cHZLFmyhs49] * Make sure you’re subscribed on your favourite podcast platform! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/whats-your-story/id1725984271] | Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/6crrBEwJRMHt5k5YvYFhNn] Get full access to Muse Yourself Podcast at gemmaj.substack.com/subscribe [https://gemmaj.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

50. CHANGE YOUR LIFE - No Crisis Required

What if I told you that you don’t need to wait for things to fall apart, before you can change direction..? Hi Muses, In this Monday Muse mini-episode, I’m exploring why we DON’T need a crisis or a rock-bottom moment to choose a new direction in life. We can create a new beginning in ANY moment - for no other reason than something inside of us is ready for more… This episode invites you into a softer, more intentional form of reinvention. One where our evolution is led by desire, curiosity, and self-trust - not chaos. We talk about micro-pivots, aligned decisions, listening to your intuition, and giving yourself full permission to step into the life you know you’re meant to create. Inside you’ll hear reflections on: * Choosing a new chapter without waiting for something to fall apart * Trusting your desires as enough reason to pivot * Outgrowing old versions of yourself with love * The power of small, aligned changes that compound over time * Becoming the intentional creator of your life If you’re ready to evolve into your next level with ease, alignment, and confidence, this episode is the reminder you’ve been craving. P.S. If this episode spoke to you please make sure you’re subscribed so we can reach more women who need these conversations 🖤 Until next time X RESOURCES: * GET YOUR FREE GUIDED VISUALISATION: Sign up HERE [https://vip.museyourselfpodcast.com/] to join the MuseLetter list and receive a FREE 10-minute guided visualisation to help you release old identities and step into your most powerful era yet * SUBSCRIBE to my free Substack community HERE [https://gemmaj.substack.com/] to join the conversation and receive new episodes straight to your inbox * CONTACT ME: If you’d like to explore how we can work together you can get in touch HERE [https://forms.gle/ystMC6cHZLFmyhs49] * Make sure you’re subscribed on your favourite podcast platform! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/whats-your-story/id1725984271] | Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/6crrBEwJRMHt5k5YvYFhNn] Get full access to Muse Yourself Podcast at gemmaj.substack.com/subscribe [https://gemmaj.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

49. Your Life Won’t Change Until You Do: A Wake-Up Call

Are you stuck in the same cycle of wanting your life to change…but knowing that you’re not doing anything different to actually make it happen? Hi Muses, In this short solo episode of Muse Yourself, I’m talking about about fear, comfort zones, and the choices that shape our lives - as well as reflecting on how the power of ‘small steps’ completely transformed my own life. If you’ve ever felt like fear is keeping you stuck, stopping you from becoming the person you truly want to be, this episode will give you the nudge you need to finally start taking action. Inside this episode: * Why courage - not waiting for perfect timing -changes everything * The hidden cost of staying “safe” in the familiar * How to stop waiting and start building the life you actually want * A powerful question to ask yourself when fear tries to take the driver’s seat This isn’t about waiting for New Year’s Day or the “right moment.” It’s about deciding NOW to stop letting your fear hold you back - and becoming the version of you that your future self will thank. If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review so we can keep reaching more women who are ready to rewrite their stories… Until next time X RESOURCES: * GET YOUR FREE GUIDED VISUALISATION: Sign up HERE [https://vip.museyourselfpodcast.com/] to join the MuseLetter list and receive a FREE 10-minute guided visualisation to help you release old identities and step into your most powerful era yet * SUBSCRIBE to my free Substack community HERE [https://gemmaj.substack.com/] to join the conversation and receive new episodes straight to your inbox * CONTACT ME: If you’d like to explore how we can work together you can get in touch HERE [https://forms.gle/ystMC6cHZLFmyhs49] * Make sure you’re subscribed on your favourite podcast platform! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/whats-your-story/id1725984271] | Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/6crrBEwJRMHt5k5YvYFhNn] Get full access to Muse Yourself Podcast at gemmaj.substack.com/subscribe [https://gemmaj.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

48. Let yourself DREAM again...

What if I told you that your desires aren’t selfish…they’re actually a part of your soul’s design? Hi Muses, This week’s Monday Muse is a wake-up call for any part of you that’s stopped dreaming…and a reminder that your dreams aren’t just random - they’re guidance. And they’re there for a reason. If you’ve ever felt guilty for wanting more, feared being seen, or convinced yourself it’s “safer” to not let yourself desire at all - this episode is for you. I’m covering: * Why so many of us feel unsafe admitting what we truly want * How childhood conditioning taught us that wanting more makes us “difficult,” “selfish,” or “unrealistic” * Why our nervous system shuts down desire long before we even think about taking action * How desire is actually guidance toward who we’re meant to become * The truth: our dreams aren’t the opposite of gratitude - they’re part of it * How withholding our dreams doesn’t just affect us… it affects everyone connected to us This is your reminder that:✨ You’re allowed to dream.✨ You’re allowed to want more.✨ Your desires are not accidents - they’re invitations. If you’ve been settling, shrinking, or quietly convincing yourself you’re “fine” when something deeper is calling you… this episode will help you reconnect with the version of you who believes in possibility again. If this episode resonates, please make sure you’re subscribed - it helps the show reach more women who need these conversations. 🖤 Until next time X RESOURCES: * GET YOUR FREE GUIDED VISUALISATION: Sign up HERE [https://vip.museyourselfpodcast.com/] to join the MuseLetter list and receive a FREE 10-minute guided visualisation to help you release old identities and step into your most powerful era yet * SUBSCRIBE to my free Substack community HERE [https://gemmaj.substack.com/] to join the conversation and receive new episodes straight to your inbox * CONTACT ME: If you’d like to explore how we can work together you can get in touch HERE [https://forms.gle/ystMC6cHZLFmyhs49] * Make sure you’re subscribed on your favourite podcast platform! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/whats-your-story/id1725984271] | Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/6crrBEwJRMHt5k5YvYFhNn] Get full access to Muse Yourself Podcast at gemmaj.substack.com/subscribe [https://gemmaj.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]