Create The Confidence to Go After Your Dreams with Christi Pratte (HHR EP045)
Iâm super excited to share some incredible insights from my podcast episode with the amazing Christi Pratte. If youâve ever felt those pesky pangs of self-doubt or wondered if you truly have what it takes to go after your dreams, buckle up because this newsletter is about to give you all the feels and the know-how to crush those doubts.
Letâs Talk About Imposter Syndrome
First off, can we all give a huge shout-out to Christi? What a powerful soul! This episode was all about diving deep into imposter syndromeâsomething I think many of us deal with, whether we admit it or not. Christi reminded us that even experienced pros can feel like a fraud sometimes. But hereâs the kicker: understanding and accepting this feeling is the first step to overcoming it.
One of the most transformative takeaways from Christi's message is the idea of embracing your "Y-power". Whatâs Y-power, you ask? Itâs your intention rooted in helping others. Itâs that burning reason why you do what you do. When you anchor yourself in your Y-power, imposter syndrome starts to lose its grip because youâre focused on a purpose bigger than yourself.
Finding Your Y-Power
Christi shared how anchoring back into her Y-power helped her push through the fears and the unknowns. And guess what? Your Y-power is always there, no matter how much everything else around you changes. Reflect on your life and careerâask yourself whatâs the constant thread that ties it all together? Whatever it is, thatâs your Y-power.
Christi's journey from being a kindergarten teacher, boxing instructor, and coffeehouse manager to becoming a powerhouse in womenâs empowerment is living proof. Finding your why can make all the difference.
Getting Into the Right Rooms
Another golden nugget from Christiâs experience is the concept of getting into the right rooms. Look, if you want to grow and make your dreams a reality, youâve got to surround yourself with people who are either farther along or are on the same journey. Attend masterminds, events, and yes, listen to podcasts (wink). These experiences are like little shots of espresso for your visionâthey make everything so much clearer and more exciting.
Create Opportunities and Build Confidence
Learning to bet on yourself is crucial. Whether that's reprogramming your brain with books, podcasts, or even pushing past that initial fear of reaching out to someoneâyouâre planting seeds of confidence in yourself. One actionable tip? Start dialing into your intuition. When you follow your passions and gut feelings, opportunities seem to align themselves almost magically.
Remember, every expert was once a beginner. Christi hired a mentor to help her combat her self-doubtâan excellent move that anyone feeling lost can take. Focus on why you want to pursue your dreams, and don't let the noise distract you.
Don't Be Afraid to Ask for Help
And ladies, letâs drop that habit of underselling ourselves! Self-doubt and fear are often just defense mechanisms. Get intentional about your personal motivations, and donât be afraid to ask for help. Whether itâs from a mentor or a supportive friend, everyone needs a little boost sometimes.
Before I sign off this newsletter, if there's one thing I want you to take away, it's this: get anchored into your Y-power and passion. Feel that fire burning in your soul. Then, go for it. The path may be uncertain, but thatâs just a test to see how badly you want it. And trust me, youâve got this!
Until next time, stay fabulous and keep dreaming big,
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