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Jun 2025
1h 19m

The Dark Side of People-Pleasing No One ...

Cristina Cataman
About this episode

What if the real reason you feel stuck isn’t fear — but guilt? In this powerful and raw conversation, Samantha Chung breaks down the truth about choosing yourself, cutting off draining friendships, and why your intuition might be screaming at you to evolve.We unpack the rise of “not fully living” syndrome, feminine power, spiritual independence, societal pressure, and how to finally own your desires without compromise.

- Why most people feel off in their 30s

- The freedom that comes with not explaining yourself- Why strong women are labeled “spinsters”… and why that’s a GOOD thing

- How to stop suppressing your dreams to make others comfortableIf you’ve ever felt misaligned, burnt out, or like you’re living someone else’s life — this one is your wake-up call.

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