In this episode of Taking Up Space, I’m getting real about the pressure to follow picture-perfect routines—and what it means to finally build rhythms that actually support your brain, your healing, and your real life.
I share my personal journey with trauma, burnout, and feeling like I was constantly failing at “doing life right.” From overstimulation and emotional exhaustion to breaking up with hustle culture, I’ve learned that rigid routines weren’t helping me heal—they were keeping me stuck.
We’ll talk about:
Why vulnerability is a strength, not a setback
How trauma changes the way we process structure and stress
What burnout really looks like (spoiler: it’s not always dramatic)
Why it’s okay to let routines break—and how to gently rebuild
How I’ve reshaped my own rhythms to fit my brain, not the algorithm
If you’re craving routines that feel like self-trust—not self-punishment—this one’s for you.
✨ Sound bites from this episode:
"Your routines are meant to hold you."
"We need to let the system break."
"Your life is your choice."
🗂️ Chapters:
00:00 — Introduction to Taking Up Space
00:05 — Creating Safe Spaces for Vulnerability
06:16 — Rethinking Routines and Systems
12:50 — Understanding Trauma and Its Impact
17:35 — Recognizing Signs for Change
20:41 — Building Personalized Routines
26:55 — Embracing Flexibility in Routines
🎧 Keywords: vulnerability, routines, trauma, mental health, healing, self-care, burnout, authenticity, personal growth, self-trust
