Feminine as F*ck 458: Why You’re Still Waiting to Say YES to the Life You Want
Jan 9, 2026
High-achieving women often use nervous system regulation as an excuse to avoid pursuing their true desires. This discussion highlights how waiting for the perfect moment is just a form of avoidance. Monica emphasizes expanding capacity to embrace new opportunities instead of feeling overwhelmed. She delves into the links between self-sabotage, procrastination, and perfectionism, offering actionable strategies to overcome them. Trusting your intuition over fear is a pivotal theme, encouraging listeners to create spaces for growth and invest in transformative experiences.
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Make Time By Expanding Capacity
- Do stop using “I’ll do it when life slows down” as an excuse and instead expand your capacity to hold more.
- Do create the time and structure now to pursue goals rather than waiting for perfect conditions.
Nervous System Is Not A Stop Sign
- Insight: Over-prioritizing nervous system regulation can become avoidance of growth.
- You will feel nervous when trying new things and that nervousness doesn't mean you shouldn't proceed.
Vulnerable Email Pushed Her Out Of Comfort
- Monica shared that sending a vulnerable email about changes in her work put her outside her comfort zone.
- She used that discomfort as evidence that growth requires visible, scary moves.
