Episode #9
Dropping the “Shoulds”
What if the life you’re supposed to want isn’t actually the life you want at all? ✨ In this powerful episode of Bring Your Fierce Energy , Stacey Kulongowski turns the conversation inward to explore what happens when you stop living by the expectations, rules, and “shoulds” that society has placed on you—and start listening to what you truly want for yourself. From the pressure to follow a certain timeline to the expectations around success, relationships, careers, and who we’re supposed to become, Stacey dives into the invisible rules that can shape our decisions without us even realizing it. Because sometimes, the hardest thing to do isn’t figuring out what you want—it’s giving yourself permission to want something different. Stacey shares an honest perspective on what it means to let go of the need to do life “the right way” and instead create a life that feels authentic, energizing, and aligned with who you are. She explores the courage it takes to disappoint expectations, redefine success, and trust yourself enough to choose a path that may look completely different from the one you were told to follow. This conversation is a reminder that you don't have to earn permission to change your mind, rewrite the rules, or choose a different path. You don't have to keep doing something simply because you “should.” And you certainly don't have to live a life designed around making everyone else comfortable. ✨ In this episode, you'll learn:• Why we feel so much pressure to live according to society's expectations• How the “shoulds” can quietly influence our careers, relationships, and everyday choices• What it really means to stop living for other people's approval• Why choosing a different path doesn't mean you've failed• How to recognize when you're living according to expectations instead of your own desires• The courage it takes to redefine what success and fulfillment mean to you• How letting go of the “shoulds” can create space for more freedom, joy, and authenticity• Why your life doesn't have to look like anyone else's to be meaningful If you've ever caught yourself thinking, “I should be further along,” “I should want this,” or “I should be doing what everyone else is doing,” this episode is your reminder to pause, question the rules, and ask yourself a different question: What do I actually want? ✨ Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE this episode with someone who needs permission to drop the “shoulds” and start living life on their own terms.
