In this episode, renowned researcher, bestselling author, and total badass Ritu Bhasin will help you step into your power. Her work proves that a better life begins when you stop trying to fit in and start showing up as your authentic self. Does this sound like you? You say yes to fit in. You stay silent and let others talk over you during meetings. You never ask for that raise you’ve earned. You let your partner and friends make all the decisions. You don’t have big goals because you’re afraid to fail. Before you waste another day of your life pretending to be someone you're not, listen to this life-changing episode. You deserve better. This episode will teach you how to make the rules and be who you want to be. Ritu and I will teach you how to claim your confidence and live a bolder, badass life in 4 simple steps. Game ON. This is your time. Take it. Xo, Mel In this episode, you’ll learn: 05:27: Why Ritu wanted to make an entire video about how to pronounce her name. 09:08: What it means to stand in your power. 12:53: Are you masking your true identity? 18:32: Feeling comfortable with yourself vs. hiding who you really are… 22:24: The pressure to perform shows up in the body in these ways… 27:02: The #1 thing Ritu did to bring more belonging and authenticity into her life. 29:24: 3 steps to conquer uncomfortable situations. 31:42: The mantra that Ritu repeats to herself to stay in control. 37:11: The only thing you can control are your actions. 43:48: The most important version of your “self” looks like this.. 47:32: How to make others feel like they belong, too, and why that matters. 49:52: You have 3 versions of your "self" - here’s what they are. 52:54: We are all adults stuck in a middle school brain. 58:38: The #1 takeaway I want you to get from this conversation. Disclaimer