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Beyond the Self with Africa Brooke
Welcome to our unfiltered corner of the net, created by me, Africa Brooke.
In a worldly sense, I am a globally acclaimed consultant, mentor, speaker, writer, and artist. My deepest desire with this podcast is to use my God given skills and gifts to remind us ALL of the power inherent in taking simple, consistent, and often uncomfortable steps towards personal integrity.
I'm all too aware that overwhelm and societal pressures make it easy to become fixated on external influences, tiptoe around potentially sensitive issues and cross our own boundaries in the process. And this kind of environment often leads to self-sabotage.
That's where Beyond the Self steps in to be your guiding light. In this house, we FOCUS ON WHAT WE CAN CONTROL.
I will be using all my intellectual property, training, tools and wisdom to help you in uncovering your own blind spots and learning to tolerate discomfort so that you can rekindle curiosity, creativity, deeper and more intimate relationships, pleasure, play, and a sense of groundedness.
In every episode I'll lay out encouraging insights about our shared human complexities, both messy and beautiful. I really do value a nuanced understanding and more importantly, practical, evidence-based tools and resources to help you integrate the learnings into your life.
If you're looking for an uncompromising approach to personal development and life philosophy, you've found yourself in the right place. Here, we don't hold back.
Welcome to Beyond the Self.
Beyond the Self with Africa Brooke
#058: Do you have high standards, or unrealistic expectations?
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I’ve been very excited to sit down and record this episode, GIDDY even! I wanted to have a conversation that has been on my heart and mind for a while. Are our standards getting mixed up with unrealistic expectations? And how is this likely sabotaging all areas of our lives? Let’s talk about it.
Join me as I share personal experiences and lessons, emphasising the importance of well-defined, grounded standards in relationships and in life.
I discuss the thin line between healthy expectations and disappointment and how setting realistic standards can empower us to create meaningful connections and avoid unnecessary heartache. It’s time to find some balance.
If you’ve been eager to work with me, you can take the courageous step towards liberating your voice and your self-expression by joining the Courage over Conformity Virtual Weekender with me in August!
It’s all virtual so hopefully that should mean less excuses, and if you cannot make it LIVE - the replay will be sent to you.
Discover the art of brave expression, effective communication, self-leadership, and learn how to navigate crucial conversations in a private and supportive space.
Don't miss this golden opportunity to challenge limiting cultures and embrace your true voice.
Secure your spot here (signing up also puts you in the running to be chosen for a private 1:1 session with me): https://africabrooke.com/courage-virtual-weekender
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You can also connect with me directly over on Instagram, I'd love to continue the conversation with you - @africabrooke or you can email me at hello@africabrooke.com with subject line 'Beyond the Self'. I can't wait to hear from you!
PLEASE NOTE: I do not give advice in DM's, emails, or comments, but I'd love to hear your feedback and know what your lightbulb moments or breakthroughs were. It also lights me up when you tag me in the screenshots of you listening, do continue!