Why You're Stuck: The Fear of Failure Nobody Talks About

Why You're Stuck: The Fear of Failure Nobody Talks About

What if failure isn't the thing holding you back? In this episode of Break the Norm, we dive into one of the biggest obstacles standing between people and the life they want: the fear of failure. From childhood conditioning to perfectionism, social media pressure, and the need to always look successful, we explore why so many people avoid taking risks and how that keeps them stuck. We share personal stories about the projects, careers, and experiences that didn't go according to plan, and why those moments ended up becoming some of our greatest teachers. In this episode we discuss: • Why success always runs through failure • The difference between a growth mindset and a scarcity mindset • Why perfectionism keeps people stuck • How social media creates pressure to always look successful • The lessons hidden inside setbacks and disappointments • Letting your plans evolve instead of forcing outcomes • Why taking action matters more than getting it perfect If you've ever felt behind, afraid to start, or worried about getting it wrong, this conversation is for you. 🎙️ Subscribe for more conversations about personal growth, self-trust, healing, purpose, and building a life that feels aligned. Thank you for Listening, Like, Share and Subscribe! Follow us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakthenormpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/breakthenormpodcast/] Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@breakthenormpodcast [https://www.tiktok.com/@breakthenormpodcast] Please consider supporting our show: Subscribe to our Patreon Membership: https://www.patreon.com/c/breakthenormpodcast/membership [https://www.patreon.com/c/breakthenormpodcast/membership] Love, Ruth & Lily Two unconventional women, one empowerment journey, zero apologies. We're just your friends. We are not licensed therapists, and this podcast is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional. This podcast comes from the empowerment lessons we've learned from our lived experiences.

Mid-Year Reset: Are You Actually Moving Toward Your Goals? I Break the Norm Podcast LIVE

Six months into the year, are you where you thought you'd be? In this TikTok Live of Break the Norm Podcast, we have an honest mid-year check-in on goals, growth, burnout, healing, productivity, purpose, and what it really means to move forward when life doesn't go according to plan. We talk about the pressure of: Setting ambitious goals, Learning to focus on what truly matters, Prioritizing your energy, and Recognizing that growth isn't always measured by accomplishments alone. Sometimes the biggest wins happen internally. ✔️In this raw LIVE, we talk about everything from nervous system regulation and self-care habits to career pivots, personal development, health recovery, and learning how to align your daily actions with your long-term vision. Whether you're crushing your goals, feeling stuck, or realizing your priorities have shifted, this episode is an invitation to pause, reflect, and intentionally choose where you're headed next. In this episode: ✔️How to conduct a meaningful mid-year review ✔️ Why realistic goals matter more than perfect goals ✔️ The difference between being busy and being purposeful ✔️ How to prioritize your time, energy, and attention ✔️ Building habits that support your nervous system ✔️ Why deadlines help create momentum ✔️ Recovering from setbacks and health challenges ✔️ Celebrating progress instead of focusing on what's missing ✔️ Creating a roadmap for the next six months If you've been feeling overwhelmed, behind, or uncertain about your next step, this conversation is for you. Follow  @BreaktheNormPodcast  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCjWdNEVHsQVws5FDlJpSFGA] for weekly conversations on personal growth, mindset, wellness, purpose, and creating a life that feels aligned. Thank you for Listening! Like, Share and Subscribe. Follow us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakthenormpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/breakthenormpodcast/] Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@breakthenormpodcast [https://www.tiktok.com/@breakthenormpodcast] Please consider supporting our show! Subscribe to our Patreon Membership: https://www.patreon.com/c/breakthenormpodcast/membership [https://www.patreon.com/c/breakthenormpodcast/membership] Love, Ruth & Lily Two unconventional women, one empowerment journey, zero apologies. We're just your friends. We are not licensed therapists, and this podcast is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional. This podcast comes from the empowerment lessons we've learned from our lived experiences. #vulnerability #empowermentpodcast #personaltransformation #empoweredwomen #mindsetcoach #breakthecycle #podcastforwomen #rawandreal #vulnerablestoryteller #toxicrelationships #blacksheep #honestconversations #shareyourstory #shareyourvoice #SelfDevelopment #Mindset #Productivity #WellnessJourney #MentalHealth #PurposeDrivenLife #BreakTheNormPodcast #GrowthMindset #LifeUpdate #GoalPlanning #SelfImprovement

The Edge of Growth: Anxiety, Burnout & Finding Yourself Again | Break the Norm LIVE

In this TikTok Live from the Break the Norm Podcast, we share our lived in experiences about spiraling, reconnecting with our bodies, rebuilding mental health, navigating uncertainty, and learning how to stop living in survival mode. This conversation is about finding peace within yourself even when life feels overwhelming. Topics we discuss: Anxiety & nervous system regulation Burnout Learning to trust yourself again Meditation & grounding techniques Reconnecting with your body Breaking comparison cycles Finding your authentic path Emotional regulation tools We wanted to create a space where people feel seen while also offering practical mindset shifts that helped us move forward. ✨ Join us Mondays at 3:30pm (ish) on Tik Tok Live @breakthenormpodcast Thank you for Listening, Like, Share and Subscribe! Follow us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakthenormpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/breakthenormpodcast/] Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@breakthenormpodcast [https://www.tiktok.com/@breakthenormpodcast] Please consider supporting our show: Subscribe to our Patreon Membership: https://www.patreon.com/c/breakthenormpodcast/membership [https://www.patreon.com/c/breakthenormpodcast/membership] Love, Ruth & Lily Two unconventional women, one empowerment journey, zero apologies. We're just your friends. We are not licensed therapists, and this podcast is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional. This podcast comes from the empowerment lessons we've learned from our lived experiences. #vulnerability #empowermentpodcast #personaltransformation #empoweredwomen #mindsetcoach #breakthecycle #podcastforwomen #rawandreal #vulnerablestoryteller #toxicrelationships #blacksheep #honestconversations #shareyourstory #shareyourvoice #MentalHealth #BurnoutRecovery #SelfGrowth #HealingJourney #AnxietyRelief #NervousSystemHealing #EmotionalHealing #Meditation #PersonalGrowth #WellnessPodcast #SelfAwareness #BreakTheNormPodcast #MindsetShift #HealingTrauma #TikTokLive

What Women Actually Need From Men

In this episode of the Break the Norm Podcast, we have an honest conversation about modern relationships, healthy masculinity, emotional safety, and what equal partnership between men and women really looks like. We talk about the difference between toxic relationships and supportive partnerships, how women are taught to shrink themselves, and why emotional safety changes everything for a woman. We also dive into the men in our lives who helped redefine what support, accountability, and respect can look like. This episode explores: - What women find sexy - Looks maxxing - Incel culture - Regressive views of Gen Z men - Toxic Male Entitlement - Equal partnership in relationships - Bad Bunny halftime show - Women finding their voice - Modern dating & relationship expectations - What makes someone a genuinely good partner - Why support should never feel conditional We also discuss how relationships evolve when women no longer feel pressured to stay small, quiet, or apologetic for taking up space — and how real partnership allows both people to thrive. If you've ever questioned relationship roles, struggled with toxic dynamics, or wondered what healthy love actually looks like, this conversation is for you. Thank you for Listening, Like, Share and Subscribe! Follow us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakthenormpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/breakthenormpodcast/] Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@breakthenormpodcast [https://www.tiktok.com/@breakthenormpodcast] Please consider supporting our show: Subscribe to our Patreon Membership: https://www.patreon.com/c/breakthenormpodcast/membership [https://www.patreon.com/c/breakthenormpodcast/membership] Love, Ruth & Lily Two unconventional women, one empowerment journey, zero apologies. We're just your friends. We are not licensed therapists, and this podcast is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional. This podcast comes from the empowerment lessons we've learned from our lived experiences. #vulnerability #empowermentpodcast #personaltransformation #empoweredwomen #mindsetcoach #breakthecycle #podcastforwomen #rawandreal #vulnerablestoryteller #toxicrelationships #blacksheep #honestconversations #shareyourstory #shareyourvoice

Dealing with Overwhelm | Break the Norm LIVE

In this follow up to last weeks episode we tackle how to keep showing up for yourself even as life gets chaotic. We talk about "the messy middle" and coming out of it while stay connected to our purpose. In this episode we talk about: - becoming present in your body - releasing trapped emotions - feeling your feelings - letting go of judgement (especially when it comes to yourself) - turning your pain into purpose and keep showing up For the rest of the month catch us on Tik Tok for a LIVE every Wednesday at 3:30pm PST. For more candid conversations, join us on Youtube for a new episode ever Thursday. Thank you for Listening, Like, Share and Subscribe! Follow us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakthenormpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/breakthenormpodcast/] Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@breakthenormpodcast [https://www.tiktok.com/@breakthenormpodcast] Please consider supporting our show: Subscribe to our Patreon Membership: https://www.patreon.com/c/breakthenormpodcast/membership [https://www.patreon.com/c/breakthenormpodcast/membership] Love, Ruth & Lily Two unconventional women, one empowerment journey, zero apologies. We're just your friends. We are not licensed therapists, and this podcast is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional. This podcast comes from the empowerment lessons we've learned from our lived experiences. #vulnerability #empowermentpodcast #personaltransformation #empoweredwomen #mindsetcoach #breakthecycle #podcastforwomen #rawandreal #vulnerablestoryteller #toxicrelationships #blacksheep #honestconversations #shareyourstory #shareyourvoice