The Difficulty of Letting Go

Her Unapologetic Truth: Finding Your Voice Again (with Coach Lauren J)

In this episode of She Shows Up, we continue our Season 2 theme, Her New Normal — the version of normal that doesn’t just look good on the outside, but feels honest on the inside. This conversation is for the woman who learned how to keep the peace…  but somewhere along the way, lost her voice. Many women didn’t stop speaking because they were weak.  They stopped speaking because they were adapting.  Because silence felt safer.  Because explaining felt exhausting.  Because reopening wounds felt unbearable. But over time, that silence begins to cost you. In this powerful and reflective episode, Andrea sits down with Coach Lauren J to explore: • When silence starts costing more than speaking ever could  • Why self-sacrifice is often mistaken for strength  • How shrinking becomes “normal” without us realizing it  • What happens when your voice is minimized over time  • What healthy, grounded speaking up actually looks like  • How to redefine your normal once you decide you’re done silencing yourself Andrea also answers the question many women quietly wrestle with:  “How do I speak up without feeling guilty?” If you’ve ever stayed quiet to protect a relationship…  If you’ve ever felt your truth rise up but swallowed it down…  If you’ve ever wondered when keeping the peace started costing you your identity… This episode will meet you there. Because your voice is not the problem.  It is the permission slip. Share a Comment [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2504133/fan_mail/new] Let's Connect:  linktr.ee/sheshowsup info@andreaflintroy.com https://www.instagram.com/andreaflintroy https://www.facebook.com/andreaflintroy

Welcome to Her New Normal: I’m Not Who I Used to Be (And That’s the Point)

What do you do when the woman in the mirror doesn't feel like you anymore? In this Season 2 opener of She Shows Up Podcast, Andrea B. Flintroy sets the tone for Her New Normal—and this one is deeply personal. This isn't about a glow-up. It's about a rebuild. Andrea opens up about navigating hair loss, the moments that shook her confidence, and the grief of letting go of who she used to be. She's learning what it means to show up when everything feels unfamiliar—when your body changes the narrative without asking permission. In this raw and vulnerable solo episode, she unpacks what it really means to evolve, why shrinking feels familiar, and how confidence must be rooted in identity—not appearance. Because sometimes we have to get lost to find the next version of ourselves. If you've ever looked in the mirror and thought "Who am I now?" … if you're feeling uncomfortable in your own skin, outgrowing old patterns, or learning to love a version of yourself you didn't expect… this episode is for you. Her New Normal is not perfection. It's consistency. It's alignment. It's peace over performance. And you don't owe anyone the old version of you. In this episode: * Andrea discusses her hair loss experience * How it affected her confidence and sense of self * The courage it takes to release who you no longer are * Why sharing our new normals matters * What "showing up anyway" actually looks like in real time This is Season 2, Episode 1 of She Shows Up. Welcome to Her New Normal. Share a Comment [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2504133/fan_mail/new] Let's Connect:  linktr.ee/sheshowsup info@andreaflintroy.com https://www.instagram.com/andreaflintroy https://www.facebook.com/andreaflintroy

Rewind to Remind: Why I Created The She Shows Up Podcast

Rewind to Remind: She Shows Up—The Origin Story  We’re taking it back to where it all began! In this rewind episode, you’ll revisit the powerful kickoff of the She Shows Up Podcast. I opened my heart about why this movement isn’t just a catchy title—it’s a lifestyle, a declaration, and a safe space for every woman who’s ever been told to shrink, stay quiet, or dim her light. In this episode, you’ll hear: * My personal journey of almost giving up before the podcast even launched. * The story of being a teen mom and how I transformed shame into strength. * Why so many “strong friends” are silently struggling behind their smiles. * Simple first steps to rediscover your voice and show up for YOU. * A reminder that you don’t need fixing—you just need to be seen. Plus, I answer a listener’s question about finding yourself again in the middle of life’s hustle and share your very first Show Up Challenge to start choosing YOU. This rewind isn’t just about looking back—it’s about reminding you that your story, your presence, and your voice matter. So press play, Beautiful, and let’s reignite the fire that started it all. 🔥 Share a Comment [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2504133/fan_mail/new] Let's Connect:  linktr.ee/sheshowsup info@andreaflintroy.com https://www.instagram.com/andreaflintroy https://www.facebook.com/andreaflintroy

Permission to Grieve: Healing Is Not Linear (with Jasmine Dean-Dorsey, LCSW)

Hey, beautiful—let me ask you something. Have you ever felt like you were grieving wrong? Like you weren’t bouncing back fast enough… or healing strong enough… or smiling happy enough to “prove” you were okay? Then this episode is for you. I’m your host, Andrea B. Flintroy—therapist, confidence coach, and your personal hype woman when life gets heavy and healing feels hard. In today’s episode, we’re talking about grief—not the tidy, filtered version—but the real, raw, holy mess of it. The kind that lingers. That surprises you in quiet moments. That makes you question if you're "doing it right." We’re talking about healing—not as a timeline, but as a journey. One filled with tenderness, truth, and transformation. And I brought someone special with me for this conversation. I’m joined by Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Jasmine Dean-Dorsey—a woman of deep wisdom, clinical expertise, and lived experience. Together, we’re unpacking what it looks like to give yourself permission to grieve and reminding you that healing is not a straight line—it’s a sacred spiral. You’ll hear: • A She Shows Up Moment honoring the power of sharing grief openly and truthfully • How Jasmine defines healing, and why it often feels like starting over • Why so many Black women struggle to rest, release, and receive grace • How to stop performing strength and start practicing softness • The truth about shame, vulnerability, and why your process is not a performance • What it really means to honor your wounds and your wins PLUS: In our She Asked, I Answered segment, I’m responding to a powerful question from a Showstopper in North Carolina:  “How do I give myself grace while I’m healing? I know I need to be gentle with myself, but I feel guilty for not being ‘strong’ all the time.” Sis, we’re unpacking the truth behind guilt, grace, and God’s timing—and why you don’t have to perform strength to prove you’re healing. You’ll get your Show Up Challenge—a gentle invitation to slow down, journal through your expectations, speak affirmations over your journey, and start giving yourself the same grace you so easily give others. This episode is your reminder that grief doesn’t disqualify you from growth. RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION: If you’re navigating grief, forgiveness, or deep emotional wounds, I highly recommend checking out Forgiving What You Can’t Forget by Lysa TerKeurst. It’s a powerful and faith-filled guide to healing the heart—even when closure doesn’t come the way you expected.  So hit play. Let’s talk grief. Let’s talk grace. Let’s heal. Share a Comment [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2504133/fan_mail/new] Let's Connect:  linktr.ee/sheshowsup info@andreaflintroy.com https://www.instagram.com/andreaflintroy https://www.facebook.com/andreaflintroy

The Difficulty of Letting Go

Hey Beautiful! 💕  Let’s keep it real—letting go sounds easy until you actually have to do it. People will tell you, “Just move on,” like it’s as simple as blocking a number or tossing out some pictures. But the truth? Letting go is messy, painful, and one of the hardest parts of healing. In this episode of the She Shows Up Podcast, we’re getting honest about what it really takes to release what’s been holding you back. We’ll talk about the sting of facing what was done to you, the weight of what you tolerated even when you knew better, and the courage it takes to grieve the version of yourself that thought settling was love. And in today’s She Shows Up Moment, I’m drawing inspiration from Midge Maisel in The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel—a powerful reminder that even when life crumbles, you can rebuild, rediscover your voice, and rise stronger than before. Sis, this is your reminder: freedom starts when you stop excusing what broke you and start choosing you. ✨ Tune in, share it with a friend, and don’t forget—showing up is a choice. Share a Comment [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2504133/fan_mail/new] Let's Connect:  linktr.ee/sheshowsup info@andreaflintroy.com https://www.instagram.com/andreaflintroy https://www.facebook.com/andreaflintroy