In this episode of Why Do I Do This? with Johnny Lawrence, I explore what happens when the roles and responsibilities that have defined our lives begin to change, and we realise we're no longer sure who we are without them.
Whether you're a parent, partner, professional, or the person everyone depends on, it's easy to focus so much on meeting expectations that you lose touch with your own needs, values, and ambitions.
I share practical ways to reconnect with yourself, understand what truly matters to you and rebuild self-trust through small, intentional actions. Because your roles are part of who you are, but they don't have to define all of who you are.
Takeaways
👉 Your roles aren't your identity. You can be a parent, partner, or professional without letting those roles define your entire sense of self.
👉 Knowing your values gives you direction. When life changes, your values can help you decide what matters and where to go next.
👉 You can be dependable without abandoning yourself. Looking after your own needs doesn't make you selfish or unreliable.
👉 Small, honest questions can reveal a lot. Asking what you want, what matters and what you're avoiding can help you reconnect with yourself.
👉 Change may disappoint other people. Their reactions don't automatically mean you're making the wrong decision.
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