Motivation is cute. But proper support is what keeps us consistent and grounded.
In Episode 4 of The Nurtured Queen Podcast, Mi'Esha Fletcher gets into Goal Guardians — the people who take your growth seriously even when you're having a weak moment, who remember what you said you wanted even when you're ready to abandon it. Including the "Burger vs. Salad" story from Mi'Esha's own healing journey (you're going to want to hear this one), how to spot Goal Guardians vs. potential dream crushers in your life, and the simple three-step framework for building a circle that protects your growth instead of pulling you back.
IN THIS EPISODE:
Why support beats motivation
What is a goal guardian?
Storytime: Burger vs. salad
Sponsor read
Why healing has burger moments
Goal guardians vs. dream crushers
How to build your circle
Reflection questions and free worksheet
Closing thoughts
SOURCES AND REFERENCES
DiMatteo, M. R. (2004). Social support and patient adherence to medical treatment: A meta-analysis. Health Psychology, 23(2), 207–218.
RESOURCES
💜 If you or someone you know is in an abusive relationship: National Domestic Violence Hotline, 1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788 · loveisrespect.org
Download the free Your Standards Determine Your Life Worksheet
The Nurtured Queen: What Toxic Love Cost Me and What Healing Restored — Mi'Esha's debut memoir, coming October 29.
The Nurtured Queen Podcast is for women rebuilding themselves after loving the wrong people, places, and patterns. New episodes drop every Thursday.
