Myleik Teele's Podcast 224: Consistency Isn’t the Problem
Mar 28, 2025
Dive into the myths of adulthood and the societal pressures to master every skill by a certain age. Explore the notion that feelings of inadequacy stem from unrealistic comparisons, not character flaws. Uncover how negative self-talk shapes our identities and learn to rewrite those narratives for personal growth. Embrace the concept that it's never too late to learn or change, while fostering self-compassion along the way. Discover resources like coaching to help navigate your journey in reclaiming your time and energy.
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Adulthood Isn't Mastery Finish Line
- Judging yourself for not mastering skills you were never taught is rooted in shame and false expectations.
- Adulthood is not a finish line but a continuous learning period for life skills.
Rewriting Shameful Self-Stories
- Thoughts about not mastering skills often fuse with identity causing shame and negative self-perception.
- Reframing those thoughts as skill gaps allows for compassion and new learning.
Learning Skills Later in Life
- Myleik Teele learned emotional regulation only after becoming a parent near 40, highlighting late skill acquisition.
- She still practices boundaries and emotional skills, emphasizing they are muscles, not fixed traits.