How Are You Playing Small?

How Are You Playing Small?

Author: Tracey Benson October 13, 2020 Duration: 36:17

Last week, I had a bit of a personal breakthrough. After attending a weekend retreat with a friend of mine, my eyes were opened to so many personal insights that I wasn’t aware of or even conscious of before attending. I learned lessons about my own creativity, the limitations I place on my own abilities, and the importance of taking risks. 


In this episode, I’ll be sharing how this epiphany impacted me personally, what I discovered about myself, as well as why I want my listeners to look inwards and really ask yourselves the questions that matter. 


To hear more, have a listen to Episode 24 of Joyful Souls! 


In This Episode You Will Learn:

  • An introduction to today’s topic (1:40)
  • What I’ve gained as a result of relaxing my own rules (8:30)
  • How fear has a tendency to rule our emotions and intentions when it comes to taking risks (9:38)
  • How the lessons I learned at my previous retreat related to what happened over the weekend (11:31)
  • Why ‘what would love do?’ has been my mantra this year & My philosophy behind giving to others (14:56)
  • What I discovered about my own restrictions through painting & Why letting go led me towards a greater outcome (17:51)
  • How I felt leading a guided meditation on the retreat & The breakthrough I made during that session (26:16)
  • What I’m imploring my listeners to ask themselves today (31:45)


Let’s Connect!


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Tracey Benson hosts Joyful-Souls with Tracey Benson, a space where conversations flow into the many facets of a life well-lived. Rather than offering quick fixes, this podcast explores the deeper connections between our physical well-being, spiritual practices, and the cultural frameworks that shape our daily existence. You'll hear genuine dialogues with people who are thoughtfully navigating their own paths, discussing how intentional choices in fitness, health, and personal belief systems can coalesce into a more resonant and fulfilling experience. Each episode feels like a thoughtful conversation, one that acknowledges the complexities of modern society while seeking out moments of clarity and purpose. Tracey guides these discussions with a natural curiosity, drawing out stories that are both personal and universally relatable. The result is a collection of audio experiences that encourage you to reflect on your own alignment and intentionality. For anyone interested in the intersection of mindful living and active engagement with the world, this podcast provides a consistent and thoughtful touchpoint. It’s a series dedicated to the idea that joy isn't just a fleeting emotion, but something cultivated through conscious attention to the body, the spirit, and the communities we inhabit.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 29

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