EP 127. The Power of Being Unrealistic

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Show Notes for Episode 127: The Power of Being Unrealistic Work with Liz:

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Episode Summary:

What if being realistic is actually what’s holding you back? In this empowering episode, Liz Fernandez unpacks how embracing unrealistic thinking has been the key to creating a life of freedom, joy, and abundance.

As a Latina, eldest daughter of immigrants, Liz grew up believing that stability was the goal and that dreaming big was for other people. But she realized that being realistic was just another way of playing small.

In this episode, Liz shares the bold, unrealistic choices that changed everything for her—from turning down a six-figure therapy job to moving to Mexico City—and how you can start rewriting the rules for your own life.

This episode will inspire you to: ❤️‍🔥 Break free from the limitations of being “realistic” ❤️‍🔥 Trust your vision even when others don’t understand it ❤️‍🔥 Take bold, imperfect steps toward the life you want ❤️‍🔥 Redefine success on your terms

This is your permission slip to stop waiting for the “right time” and start going after your biggest dreams—right now.

Timestamps:

00:01 – Welcome & why being realistic keeps you stuck 01:15 – How our upbringing as Latinas teaches us to play small 03:30 – The biggest unrealistic decisions that changed Liz’s life 06:45 – Overcoming fear & self-doubt when taking big risks 10:00 – Trusting yourself when no one else understands your vision 13:20 – How to start making bold moves toward your dreams today 15:30 – How to work with Liz to create freedom and impact

Episode Highlights:

✨ The Hidden Cost of Being Realistic – How playing it safe keeps you from joy, freedom, and true fulfillment. ✨ How Liz Redefined Success – From turning down a six-figure therapy job to moving to Mexico, every major move Liz made was considered unrealistic. ✨ Trusting Your Vision Even When It Feels Scary – How to push past fear, self-doubt, and external pressure. ✨ Steps to Start Thinking Unrealistically – Simple mindset shifts to help you dream bigger and take action.

Category:

Latina Entrepreneurship, Mindset Shifts, Identity Work, Personal Growth

Keywords:

Latina entrepreneurs, mindset shifts, breaking cultural cycles, choosing freedom, identity work, taking bold action, personal growth

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