Have you ever felt trapped in a cycle of perfectionism, struggling to reconcile your authentic self with societal expectations?    In this episode, Cherie Burton shares her personal journey of self-discovery and liberation from toxic perfectionism. She reflects on her experience as a devout member of the LDS church, navigating the pressures of conforming to strict gender roles and expectations. She discusses the loss of her sister to suicide, a pivotal moment that propelled her into advocacy work for mental health awareness and suicide prevention. Cherie delves into the complexities of her faith journey, grappling with questions of identity, spirituality, and the patriarchal structures within her community. Through her exploration of Mary Magdalene and other spiritual teachings, Cherie finds empowerment and liberation, ultimately embracing her own sovereignty and inner truth.   Key takeaways: Embrace authenticity and question societal norms. Advocate for mental health awareness and suicide prevention. Find empowerment and liberation through self-discovery and spirituality.   Resources: Cherie Burton's website: https://www.cherieburton.com/  Cherie Burton's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cherie.burton/?hl=en  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CherieBurtonPage/   ______________________________________________ Host Jennifer Moore is an author, energy healer, intuitive mentor, master trainer for EFT International, podcast host and founder of The Empathic Mastery Academy.  https://www.empathicmasteryacademy.com https://www.empathicmastery.com   Get Jen’s book  Https://empathicmasterybook.com   @EmpathicMastery (IG)   https://www.instagram.com/EmpathicMastery   Join Jen’s free FB group for monthly full moon masterclasses and her Empathic Safety Guide at https://www.empathicmastery.com/masterclass