Drop the Labels: Redefine Your Identity

From Doubt to Destiny

Stacie and Eden delve into the complex world of identity and labels. Today, they peel back the layers of societal labels that often define us more by expectation than by essence. Stacie opens up about her discomfort with being pigeonholed by her profession and shares her aspiration to be recognized first as a woman of faith, while Eden discusses the often underestimated and judged role of a stay-at-home mom. They explore how labels can equally empower and constrain us, discussing the dynamics of personal identity in a capitalist society, the pressure of checking boxes during life changes like divorce, and the need to find moments of stillness to discover who we are beneath these labels. Together, they reflect on the transformative potential of redefining ourselves on our own terms and invite listeners to join in by crafting personal greetings that affirm their destinies. Stay tuned - this is an episode you won't want to miss!

What is Discussed:

Introduction (00:00:00) Stacie and Eden introduce the podcast and its purpose.

Personal Experiences with Labels (00:01:19) Stacie shares her discomfort with being defined solely by her occupation.

Challenges of Identifying as a Stay-at-Home Mom (00:04:02) Eden discusses the judgment and internal conflict associated with identifying as a stay-at-home mom.

Struggles with Labels in Personal Life (00:06:41) Stacie shares her struggle with labels during a period of separation and divorce.

Empowerment through Self-Definition (00:09:55) Stacie and Eden discuss the idea of empowering self-definition and reframing the use of labels.

Reframing Labels for Empowerment (00:10:47) Eden shares her perspective on using labels in an empowering way and giving herself permission to define her identity.

Embracing "Enoughness" (00:12:39) Stacie and Eden discuss the concept of "enoughness" and reframing self-evaluation based on labels.

Using Labels for Empowerment and Connection (00:13:56) Eden discusses the impact of labels on self-perception and connection with others.

Challenging the Norm of "What Do You Do?" (00:15:14) Stacie and Eden express their desire to challenge the societal norm of defining individuals by their occupations.

Ending Networking Events without Occupation Questions (00:16:40) Stacie and Eden advocate for starting a movement to shift the focus away from asking about occupations at networking events.

The Makeup Artist's Approach (00:17:07) The importance of not leading with job titles and how it can impact interactions positively.

Discovering One's Identity (00:17:32) Anecdote of a speaker's experience at an event, emphasizing the significance of defining one's identity beyond job titles.

Defining One's Superpower (00:18:33) The concept of identifying one's superpower and its impact on self-definition and interactions.

Transformative Relationship with Labels (00:20:24) Embracing positive relationships with labels and identities and disassociating from them when necessary.

Shifting Into a Positive Outlook (00:21:25) Changing perspectives from self-evaluation to focusing on wins and positives.

Empowerment Through an Oríkì (00:24:16) Introduction to the concept of an oríkì for self-praise and empowerment. (Luvvie Jones, Professional Toublemaker)

Gratitude and Stillness (00:27:26) The power of gratitude and the significance of stillness in shedding labels and finding clarity.

Being and Becoming (00:31:47) The importance of understanding one's core identity and aligning it with aspirations and actions.

Transformational Conversation (00:33:31) Stacie expresses gratitude and transformational experience, mentioning homework and hope for the same transformation for the listeners.

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