Authenticity isn’t just something that’s nice to have—it can actually keep you safe.

We're often told to honor red flags and trust our gut—as if it’s that easy and straightforward. But when we begin to feel wanted, it can be incredibly hard to listen to that inner whisper saying, “Something feels off.”

Sometimes, it’s not even a whisper in words. It may be more like a bristling body feel—an inner wince, a quiver, or hesitation that lets us know something doesn’t feel quite right.

And yet, we may find ourselves pushing past that inner wobble of “Wait, what did they just say?” Because it feels so freakin’ good to be swept up in that intoxicating rush of attention and affection.

The experience of feeling wanted can also touch a tender place within—like water streaming into a dry, thirsty patch of land. If you grew up feeling unseen, never good enough, or like you were a burden, you may finally be experiencing something you’ve been craving for a long time.

So of course, it can be hard to spot red flags or listen to your body’s warnings. You may find yourself not speaking up, because you don't want to say anything that could cause this exhilarating rush to come to an abrupt end. Or, maybe you notice you’re going beyond what feels comfortable to keep the momentum going. And that’s where things can get tricky, sticky, and sometimes … dangerous.

That’s why I created Wanting Connection, Without Losing Yourself. In this online, six-week course you’ll learn a gentle and empowering process to help you:

• Notice your body’s way of signaling “this feels off,” so you can choose what next steps to take (or not take) from a place of self-protective strength

• Listen to a younger you who may still be longing to feel delighted in, so that present-day-you can honor those red flags

• Be with any lingering feelings of regret around a time when you wish you had honored your inner knowing—without shame or blame

• Trust your inner knowing and act on it—even when it’s hard

• Repel people who are looking for someone to manipulate and control

… and much more!

This course starts October 1st and is limited to 12 participants. Curios to learn more? Click the button below for course details and registration. Enrollment will close once the course is full.

Not sure if this course is right for you? Let’s chat! You can click to the button below to schedule a free call, and I’ll be happy to answer your questions.

Here’s to living fully in these hard times,

Lauren

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