183. Zip Up Your Energy to Own Your Decisions (and a trip to the ice cream shop)

Season #6

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In this episode of "Your Yes Filled Life," Brenda Winkle shares the scar (not the wound!) of navigating other people’s disappointment when you say YES to your own growth. With her signature blend of science-backed wisdom and feminine embodiment, Brenda serves up the possibility of joyful, expansive living—even if it means saying no to the good so you can say YES to the great. Expect metaphors (hello, ice cream shop!), practical boundary-setting tips, and an invitation to lead with self-responsibility. No one will do this for you—but Brenda’s here to help you, serve you, and offer hope and healing.

Here’s what we cover:

  • Coping with others' disappointment during significant life changes

  • The importance of personal choice and self-advocacy

  • Establishing boundaries in relationships when faced with external pressures

  • The metaphor of an ice cream shop to illustrate personal preferences

  • The significance of energetic hygiene and protecting one's energy

  • Strategies for effective communication about personal decisions

  • The role of self-awareness and self-care in navigating change

  • Overcoming self-sabotage and fear of judgment from others

  • The value of basic self-care routines for maintaining focus and energy

  • Emphasizing self-compassion and reframing setbacks as growth opportunities

  • Why other people’s disappointment isn’t yours to carry

  • How to hold your boundaries with compassion

  • The power of daily practices—like hydration, rest, and intention-setting—to keep you centered and aligned

  • How to be your own champion, even when others don’t understand

If you’re ready to trust yourself more deeply and lead in a way that feels effortless and free, I’d love to invite you into my Energetic Sovereignty Self-Healing Certification. It’s a 6-week journey to help you release what’s not yours and reclaim your energy. Learn more at brendawinkle.com/healing.

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