Ep. 9 | How to stop editing yourself (and start being real)

Episode Summary:


We’ve all learned to self-edit—to stay likable, safe, and chosen.
But what happens when those edits start to cost us our joy,
clarity, and sense of self?In this raw and reflective episode,
Coach Nane breaks down what it really looks like to stop
performing and start becoming. From the first crack in the mask
to the mess of second adolescence and the power of living
unfiltered—this is your invitation to reclaim the version of you
that was never lost, just edited.Because being real isn’t always
easy. But it is worth it.


Hit play to hear:


– Why “just be yourself” feels so hard (and how we got here)


– The 4 phases of The Authenticity Curve


– How to navigate the messy middle (aka your second adolescence)


– Why your quirks and depth are your most magnetic traits


– A personal story of art school dreams, a stolen binder, and
choosing yourself—even when it’s messy


– What it means to stop editing yourself and start editing the
world around you


– A legacy of radical care for your future (and inner) child


Meet Your Host:


You can call her Nane.She’s a curious human first—Latina, born in
Venezuela, based in the U.S., and fluent in nuance.A marketer by
trade, a certified life coach by heart, and a lover of pop
culture, academia, and all things taboo.


A Gemini sun with double Scorpio depth, main character
monologues, and a knack for seeing what others miss.


She’s been through the “vision board or die” phase, the toxic
positivity trap, and the mindset-is-everything spiral—and came
out asking better questions.


Now, she’s here to hold space for real conversations, real
feelings, and real transformation—minus the hustle, fluff, or
pressure to be perfect.


Connect with Nane & the Genies:


Instagram @TheFreeGeniesProject


TikTok @CoachNane


Website & Show Notes coachnane.com/freegenieproject


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Music: “Runaway” by NEST BEATZ