Lo-Unmuted

I was muted for so long, hiding who I really am. Here’s what I discovered about choosing yourself: Tag someone who needs this reminder! I’ve shared parts of my journey this season: confronting grief, redefining home, and learning to embrace my authentic self. From understanding that love starts within to recognizing the power of saying ‘no’ to what doesn’t serve us, it’s all about becoming unmuted...

Ever wondered if celibacy can change your perspective on relationships? 🤔 Tag someone who needs to hear this! Chris Tucker recently revealed he's been celibate for three years, linking it to his faith and desire for meaningful connections. This got me thinking—it's not just about being abstinent; it's about the journey to self-discovery. I spent nearly two years without intimacy, not by choice bu...

Just because you’ve done the internal work doesn’t mean others see it. How do you show up for your new self? Tag someone who needs to hear this! I’ve been on a journey of becoming, and one unexpected lesson was learning how to exist as a new version of myself around people who remember the old me. For years, I met others’ expectations, showing up as the dependable one. But as I changed, I found th...

Somewhere along the way, we learned that rest has to be justified. That it comes after the work. After the productivity. After everything is done. But what if that’s not true? What if rest isn’t something you earn…but something you need? There’s a difference between being busy and being fulfilled. And if you’re not careful, you can spend your entire life filling your days… without ever feeling pre...

When I asked social media what integrity meant, almost everyone said honesty, truthfulness, and doing the right thing when no one is watching. And I agree. But lately I've been wondering if integrity is much bigger than that... This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lounmuted.substack.com

Softness is not weakness. Softness gets misunderstood. It’s often seen as passive. Fragile. Something that needs to be protected. But real softness? It’s intentional. It’s choosing how you respond instead of reacting. It’s knowing you can be hard… but deciding not to live there. It’s having the strength to remain open… even after life has given you reasons to close. A lot of us learned how to surv...

There’s a difference between being comfortable… and being settled. You can make a place look like home. You can decorate it, organize it, function in it. But that doesn’t mean you’ve allowed yourself to land there. A lot of us have lived in survival mode for so long that we don’t even realize we’re still bracing for the next move. Still holding back. Still keeping one foot out the door. But at som...

There’s a version of you that already exists. Not the one people expect. Not the one you’ve performed. But the one that feels like truth when everything else gets quiet. And sometimes… you don’t hear her through words. You hear her through sound. Music has a way of bypassing logic and going straight to identity. It reveals what you’re craving… what you’re healing… what you’re stepping into. Pay at...

There’s something about scent… quiet, but powerful. In this episode, we explore fragrance as more than something you wear, but something you experience .Because returning to yourself isn’t always loud. Sometimes… it’s subtle. 🎙️ In This Episode * Choosing a scent that feels like you * Fragrance, memory, and presence * How scent can quietly shift your confidence 🌿 Guest I’m joined by Brande Michel...

Ever felt guilty for not sharing everything? Here’s why moving in silence might be your best choice. Tag someone who needs to hear this! I’ve been quiet lately, not because I don’t have things happening, but because I’m deeply in a transformative space. My podcast, my business, everything is shifting. And for the first time, I’m realizing that not every thought or plan needs to be shared. It’s a n...

Did anyone else feel the absence of current fashion influences in the new Devil Wears Prada sequel? 🤔 Tag someone who needs to hear this! I just walked out of the theater and had some thoughts swirling in my head. While I enjoyed the movie, it felt like something was missing. Where was the representation of today’s fashion scene? Law Roach made a brief appearance, but it was too quick. We live in...

Ever felt like you’ve outgrown your life? Here’s how I realized mine wasn’t fitting anymore. 💭 Tag someone who needs to hear this! After my retirement, I thought I needed stillness, but something felt off. I poured my energy into creating a peaceful home, but then I started to feel underused, like I was shrinking into a life that didn’t reflect who I really am. I miss the energy of the city, the...

The biggest changes in life often happen quietly, without a grand announcement. Have you noticed this too? Tag someone who needs to honor their own choices! In this episode, I share powerful insights about the silent decisions that shape our lives. From moving across states to creating a home that reflects who I am, these choices didn’t make headlines, but they transformed my journey. Living inten...

When I retired at 48, I realized I’d been defined by others. What happens when you reclaim your identity? Tag someone who needs to hear this! Stepping into my own space wasn’t just unsettling—it was empowering. I started questioning every relationship and recognizing which ones no longer served me. It felt like stepping into a new room I didn’t even know I owned. Letting go was liberating, not lon...

Ever felt like you had to do it all, only to realize you can’t keep pushing through? You’re not alone. Tag someone who needs to hear this. For years, I was the one who fixed everything, kept going despite the chaos. But then my body started whispering that something was wrong. Stress showed up quietly, in ways I never expected—fatigue, migraines, and the feeling that I could manage it all. But eve...

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