Today, we’re talking about something that might sound “soft” at first - but is actually one of the boldest, most powerful choices you can make: choosing love. We live in a culture that often rewards toughness, sarcasm, and putting up walls. We hear messages like, “Don’t let them see you care,” or “Never let them hurt you twice.” And while some of that advice can be helpful when you’re healing, it can also turn into a trap. If you keep building higher walls, you eventually shut yourself in - and shut life out. Here’s the truth: choosing love is not weakness. It’s strength. It’s power. It’s you saying, “I refuse to let the pain, the rejection, or the disappointments turn me into someone I don’t want to be.”

In this episode, we’ll explore why we often see love as weakness, what makes it such a radical act in today’s world, and practical ways to live love without losing your boundaries or yourself. Because when you keep your heart open — not recklessly, but courageously - you reclaim your power, your freedom, and your joy.

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For more ideas to raise your confidence and energy listen to the following episodes:

Episode 100: The power of love and gratitude - a state of being

Episode 105: Fail Forward: How Embracing Failure Can Propel Your Personal Growth

Episode 108: Juggling Priorities in a Busy World

Episode 124: Embrace Growth: Prioritizing Progress Over Perfection

Episode 127: Judgment Detox: How to Stop Worrying About What Others Think

Strong, Soft, and Unshakable: How to Stay Soft in a World That Wants You Hardened