<p>#259: Feeling the pressure to check off all your dreams in your 20s and 30s? You’re definitely not alone!</p><p>In this solo episode, I’m opening up about how I’ve been finding my way and staying true to my own path. From therapy, to trying out new hobbies, to diving into new business opportunities, I’ll share how I’m taking action towards my goals and learning to trust my unique timeline in life.</p><p>I also talk about…</p><ul><li>How to create a bucket list for your future</li><li>The power of therapy and self-reflection</li><li>How to redefine milestones that are important to you</li><li>Why personal definitions of success matter</li><li>Embracing your life and the path you choose</li></ul><p>Catch up on these manifestation episodes:</p><ul><li>Episode 124:<a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/09Ol1MTVAXhHSglJtgu8Ki?si=XiLpBq7sTDi7xo1BMvumKg&nd=1&dlsi=6562c1aa034e44ee" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> How to Manifest: Healing Through the Journey of Manifestation with Shirin Eskandani</a></li><li>Episode 105:<a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/7Aepy85PLzwUDL3iCGyuaP?si=t9peuAw6S4aACO3zMIqskQ&nd=1&dlsi=558c583d04ef4d01" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Manifesting Love + Owning Your Magic with Alea Lovely</a></li><li>Episode 128:<a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/2OaL4e5ot0I3xCbQe2nD9f?si=s7aM0rmdSSqo4CCx0loeNw&nd=1&dlsi=6f558d06397f487a" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> How to Be Patient While Your Manifestations Come Through + Understanding Your Manifestation Style</a></li><li>Episode 129:<a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/0C7TjiOU6OonKMlLYxj1jV?si=7KgVNfj0RgafHHZNjnU85w&nd=1&dlsi=7cd8dd21647240a8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> How to Use Astrology to Manifest + Navigating Your Saturn Return with Shinobi Robeson of Black Girl Horoscope</a></li><li>Episode 245:<a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/2X2lb9DJGieptYwBiRa71X?si=z46CeoJFQ1WvUde0AtJuTA&nd=1&dlsi=ee6448b66b4b4de3" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> The Secret to Getting Everything You Want: Archetype Embodiment</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Resources:</p><ul><li><a href="https://balancedles.substack.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Subscribe to my Substack, Balance with Les</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Keep in touch with Balanced Black Girl:</p><ul><li>Watch on YouTube<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BalancedBlackGirl/videos" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @BalancedBlackGirl</a></li><li><a href="https://shop.dearmedia.com/collections/balanced-black-girl" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop limited-edition Balanced Black Girl merch</a></li><li>Follow on IG:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/balancedles" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @balancedles</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/balancedblackgirlpodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@balancedblackgirlpodcast</a></li><li>Follow on TikTok<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@balancedles" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @balancedles</a></li><li>Visit our website at<a href="http://balancedblackgirl.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> balancedblackgirl.com</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Sponsors:</p><ul><li>Biosil | Get 30% off your first order of Biosil. Visit<a href="http://biosil.beauty/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> biosil.beauty</a> and enter the code BALANCEDLES.</li><li>Nutrafol | | Get results that you can run your fingers through! For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering $10 OFF your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to<a href="http://nutrafol.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> nutrafol.com</a> and enter promo code BALANCEDLES.</li><li>Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield | Act now to improve your health and quality of life by exploring health insurance coverage. Visit<a href="http://www.myhealthbenefitfinder.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> www.myhealthbenefitfinder.com</a> and utilize expert advice from Anthem by calling at (888) 811-2101.</li><li>Deinde | Deinde is the first bio based skincare line to target what scientists now understand to be the root cause of visible aging in skin. Go to, or use code<a href="http://deinde.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> deinde.com</a> and use code BALANCEDLES at check out for 15% off your first purchase.</li><li>Vionic | The Vionic Vitals collection has the best essential styles for everyday wear to get you ready for the season. Use code BALANCEDLES at checkout for 15% off your entire order at<a href="http://www.vionicshoes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> www.vionicshoes.com</a> when you log into your account. One-time use only.</li><li>NOCD | NOCD offers accessible OCD treatment. Go to<a href="http://nocd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> nocd.com</a> and schedule a free 15-minute call with their team.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Produced by <a href="h