Today, we begin our journey around the Self-Trust Compass with the direction of North: radical honesty. Emily shares four signs that it may be time to return to this inner compass point—whether you're just starting your Self-Trust journey, feeling stuck, spinning your wheels, or ready to check in after some time away. This episode unpacks the hard—but empowering—work of telling the truth to yourself, even (and especially) when it’s uncomfortable.
You’ll explore how dishonesty quietly chips away at your sense of inner authority and what it means to build trust again, layer by layer, starting with small truths. Emily also shares a more uplifting lens on radical honesty: being honest with yourself about the big dreams you actually want.
In this episode:
The role of radical honesty in the Self-Trust Compass
How to spot when it's time to head North
Why we often wait until we’re lost to tell ourselves the truth
Common fears women have about being honest with themselves
How truth-telling becomes a portal to your deepest desires
✨ Want to reflect on your starting point? Use this episode as a journaling guide.
LINKS:
Emily's book: Can People Really Change? 13 Lessons from 13 Years as a Therapist
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