Ever thought about making a big leap from your current job to your dream career? Discover how Erica ditched an exhausting job and became a full-time romance novelist with main character energy!

Lily welcomes Erica a former Main Character Energy Mastermind client who made the leap from feeling stuck in her career to living her dream as a full-time romance novelist. Erica gets real about facing her fears, ditching self-doubt, and breaking free from the "shoulds" to follow her passion. This convo is a must-listen if you’re ready to trust yourself, go after what you want, and make some bold, messy moves. Plus, Lily spills the details on her live training event happening October 9th, all about taking risks with main character energy.

This episode will leave you feeling inspired and ready to take tangible next steps to embrace main character energy, stop “shoulding” all over yourself, and step into a braver, bolder, and more magical season of your life.

We get into:

• How Erica embraced her desire to become a full-time romance novelist
• Tapping into main character energy to choose yourself and make your dreams a reality: “Here is an opportunity to figure out a way to choose me,” said Erica.
• Get the scoop on how trusting yourself can lead to bold moves and major life changes
• “What you want doesn't just appear one day because you wish for it hard enough. It's about really taking into consideration the work that I put in, the talent that I know I have, the want and just going after it.”
• How stepping away from people-pleasing can help you build the self-trust you need to chase your true desires

Links:
RSVP for Take That Risk with Confident Main Character Energy
Erica’s books, including “Witty in Pink”

Show notes:
http://datebrazen.com/blog/choosing-yourself-with-erica

What happens when you stop playing it safe and start betting on yourself? In this episode, Jackie spills on how she shifted from burnout to bold moves, and what it takes to embrace that Main Character Energy.

Jackie, a former Main Character Energy Mastermind member, joins Lily for a convo about how she went from frozen in fear and burnt out to making some serious boss moves in her life. Together, they dive into the power of community and the mindset shifts that make growth happen. Spoiler: It’s all about trusting yourself, embracing the messiness, and going after what’s yours—whether it's your career goals or relationship desires.

We get into:

• How self-trust can lead to unexpected joy and experiences
• Transitioning from a background character energy to main character energy
• “Whatever growth you are looking to make - if you put in the effort, it will come.”
• Taking imperfect action and claiming that things are working out - even when it feels uncomfortable
• Jackie’s experience as a researcher of joy!

Links:
RSVP for Take That Risk with Confident Main Character Energy

Show notes:
http://datebrazen.com/blog/huge-risks-with-mce-with-jackie

Is it possible to stay true to yourself while navigating the world of dating? Absolutely! We’re pulling back the curtain with special guests Ali and Erica from Finding Mr. Height. Lily sits down with the duo to discuss how they decided to start their dating podcast and offers a glimpse into the clues, details, and breadcrumbs that help you figure out if someone is right for you. We also dig into the anxieties that surface in new and long-term relationships, offering strategies for navigating them with confidence and clarity.

You’ll also hear Ali and Erica's candid thoughts on their least favorite—and most favorite—pieces of dating advice. Plus, Lily explores some uncharted territory, sharing her take on long-term relationships. This episode is packed with humor and practical tips to help you own what you want and build strong relationships.

We get into:

• What inspired Ali and Erica to launch their dating podcast, Finding Mr. Height
• Spotting the subtle clues and signals to determine if someone’s right for you (or not)
• Relationship anxieties—whether you’re just starting out or deep in a long-term commitment
• Finding and building a meaningful relationship that works for you
• Ali and Erica’s top dating tips and the advice they’d rather skip

Links:
Finding Mr. Height podcast

Finding Mr. Height on Instagram @findingmrheight

Erica on Instagram @spericaa

Lily’s appearance on Finding Mr. Height

Show notes:
http://datebrazen.com/blog/finding-mr-height-ali-and-erica