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Become a contributing member of the podcast + For so long, I was living with the sneaky, yet all pervading belief that I was unworthy. Sometimes it was obvious, and other times it would be the subtle root of so many behaviors. It was amazing to me all the different areas of my life this feeling of unworthiness touched. Relationships, Work, Money, Health. I was also amazed by how strong its effect was, even though I intellectually and spiritually understood that I was worthy of love and all the good things. So many women have this same experience. As little girls, we can interpret life’s challenges, trauma, and cultural messages to mean that we aren’t worth much. It can be like a fog that washes over. For me, it was, and continues to be, a set of feelings that need my attention and care.  I knew this was such an important topic to discuss, and I couldn’t think of anyone better to chat with than Madison Hedlund. Madison has a huge heart, and certain authentic spunk that makes you know that she is real, and that she GETS IT. Madison shares her incredible journey and the intricacies of how to embody your worth and stop people pleasing.   We discussed:   Madison’s interest in connection, God, and truth from a very young age The journey Madison went through as she overcame her trauma and after affects from mental health issues and prison time within her family The stability she found in church, and the later deconstruction and rebirth of her faith The importance of somatic therapy while healing trauma The power of identity and what is actually underneath it all The difference between understanding self worth and actually embodying it People pleasing, “earning” love, and codependency The problem with demanding respect First steps for living your worth and first signs that you may not be Why you aren’t bad or broken The importance of enjoying the process   “If we strip down our beliefs, our emotions, and our thoughts (all of which are ever changing), what you get down to is the soul. The essence of who we are is worthy. If I’m not identified with the things that are changing, the only constant is the worthiness.”   Resources: Website: www.madisonhedlund.co Instagram: @madisonhedlund   Download Madison's FREE journal guide to get started on your path. Info on working 1-on-1 with Madison   About Madison Madison is an international award winning life coach and speaker who helps women own their story, step out of fear and shame and come alive to their most vibrant, confident selves. Known for her soulful spirit both online and in person, she brings authenticity, power, and creativity into all she does. Whether she is working one on one with clients, facilitating a workshop, or speaking to a large group, it is Madison's deepest desire to see women step up to their very best and truly come alive.    SHARE THE MEDICINE WITH YOUR SISTERS +++ If you were served by this episode, please share with your tribe, subscribe, and leave a rating or review by clicking HERE Subscribe on Apple Podcasts    BECOME A PODCAST PATRON+++ You can now become a supporting member of the podcast! You can contribute to each episode as little as $1, and each tier of support include some pretty saaweeeet benefits. Learn more and become part of the embodied empowered engaged fam at www.patreon.com/embodiedempoweredengaged