Change isn’t just about becoming someone new—it’s about letting go of who you used to be.

In this powerful episode of the Personal Mastery & Growth podcast, we explore a lesser-discussed but deeply important part of transformation: the emotional weight that comes with personal evolution.

If you’ve ever felt sadness, guilt, or disconnection in the middle of what should be a “positive” change, this episode will give you the clarity—and compassion—you need to keep moving forward.

You’ll learn:

✅ Why growth often triggers grief-like emotions, even when it’s leading you somewhere better

✅ The neuroscience behind identity disruption and emotional resistance

✅ 5 subtle signs that you’re grieving the version of you that you’ve outgrown

✅ 5 practical tools to move through emotional discomfort with grace

✅ How to honor your past self while stepping fully into your future

Because the truth is: the path to your next chapter may ask you to mourn the last one.

And that’s not weakness—it’s wisdom.

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🔍 HIGHLIGHTS

02:00 – Growth isn’t just what you gain—it’s what you release

04:08 – The neuroscience of grief and identity disruption

06:49 – Five signs you’re experiencing growth grief

09:01 – Tools to process the emotional cost of change

10:49 – Weekly mindset challenge + assessment link

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