Discipline isn’t punishment — it’s self-respect.

In this episode, we challenge the idea that discipline has to be rigid, guilt-driven, or exhausting. We break down why motivation is unreliable, how extreme “hustle discipline” leads to burnout, and what healthy, sustainable discipline actually looks like.

This is about building self-trust, showing up consistently in ways that fit your life, and creating routines that support you — not control you.

Because real discipline isn’t about being strict. It’s about being devoted to the life you’re building.

Your mindset is the foundation everything else is built on — your habits, decisions, confidence, and ultimately, your version of success.

In this episode, we unpack why external success without a healthy mindset eventually collapses, and how your thoughts and belief systems quietly shape the way you move through life.

From the choices you make daily to the standards you set for yourself, your inner world determines how stable (or shaky) your foundation really is. We also talk about what to do when life feels unstable — how to recognise when your foundation needs work, and how to begin rebuilding from the inside out instead of constantly trying to fix surface-level problems.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing “all the right things” but still feel stuck, exhausted, or misaligned, this episode is for you.

As we step into a new year, we’re reflecting on the lessons 2025 taught us and more importantly, what we’re choosing to carry forward.

In this episode, we talk about what it really means to show up for yourself: building habits that support you, moving your body with intention, finding hobbies that bring you back to yourself, and learning to live your life for you — not for validation, expectations, or the outside world. This episode is an invitation to slow down, look inward, and intentionally choose the version of yourself you want to grow into.

Welcome to Built From Within, where growth starts on the inside.

We all know that feeling — when life feels slow, the spark is gone, and you start wondering if you’ve somehow fallen behind. This episode is for the in-between seasons — the ones where you’re still showing up, even when it doesn’t feel like much is happening.

We’re talking about:

• The shame of “not being there yet”

• What to do when your motivation disappears

• Remembering that the season you’re in is not who you are

• And how to find your way back when you’ve lost momentum

If you’ve been feeling stuck, unmotivated, or like everyone else is moving faster than you — this one’s for you. You’re not behind. You’re just becoming.

This week, we’re chatting about the habits that actually changed our lives — not in a “5 AM, green juice, gym girl” kind of way, but in a real way. From showing up as our authentic selves and setting small reminders that help us stay grounded, to romanticizing discipline and learning to find beauty in the mundane — these are the habits that have genuinely shifted how we show up for ourselves and the people we love.

Tune in for an honest conversation about growth, self-respect, and becoming who you were always meant to be (without burning out trying to get there).

When was the last time you were really bad at something? This episode dives into the beauty of starting over—without shame. We unpack why we resist being beginners, how to reframe embarrassment, and why the awkward middle is actually where growth happens.

It’s your reminder that courage matters more than perfection, and that being a beginner is a sign of expansion, not failure. 💛

💬 What’s one thing you’ve been too scared to try because you don’t want to look bad? Tag us @runningwithscissorspod — we’d love to cheer you on!

I had a moment of clarity from God that shook me to my core - I realized I’d been chasing the wrong life. In this episode, I share what it really means to stop living for validation, start trusting yourself, and begin building a life that actually feels good. If you’ve ever felt lost, empty, or stuck performing for others, this one is for you.

Everyone talks about glow ups like it’s all about looks, money, or status—but those versions fade fast. In this episode, we flip the script on what it really means to glow up: the kind that can’t be posted but changes everything.

We unpack the signs of an internal glow up—like setting boundaries without guilt, prioritizing peace over people-pleasing, and choosing growth even when it’s uncomfortable. We also get real about the messy middle, when you’re shedding old versions of yourself and it feels anything but glamorous.

By the end, you’ll walk away with practical steps to start your own internal glow up, plus the reminder that the brightest glow doesn’t come from products, outfits, or clout—it comes from self-respect and alignment.

✨ Because the real glow up is internal.