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Blushing Phoenix

Blushing Phoenix

By: April Poynter
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Blushing Phoenix is a podcast about learning to trust yourself.


Think about the moments where you edit yourself to stay safe. You hold back. Play small. Don’t set a boundary. Say less. Leave. Hide. Cancel.


Why?


What’s the consequence of being seen?


Of being you?


These voice memos and conversations challenge you to notice where you’re abandoning yourself - and choose differently.


Not later. In the moment.


Change the story by changing the behavior.


Notice. Interrupt. Choose. Change.


Blushing (or whatever you fear) is the invitation.

Phoenix is choosing the discomfort that comes with being fully you.


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Episodes
  • 81: Keep Yourself Alive: Why Choosing YOU is NOT Selfish

    81: Keep Yourself Alive: Why Choosing YOU is NOT Selfish
    Apr 15 2026

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    While sitting in the dark pit of depression, I realized - the best thing I could ever offer back to the world is - KEEP MYSELF ALIVE.

    After years of being conditioned to believe that choosing me meant I was selfish or didn't care about others, I realized the opposite is true.

    Choosing me allows me to bring more value to the world around me.

    People who get it - get it.

    People who don't - those aren't your people.


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    Disclaimer
    I'm not a doctor or therapist. Everything I share comes from my own experience and personal research. Please talk to a qualified medical professional before making decisions about your health.

    My goal is to inform, encourage, and empower you as you navigate your own journey with self-trust.

    Some links may be affiliate links, which means I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the channel.


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    29 mins
  • 80: Rewiring Your Brain Takes Time AND A lot of Discomfort. Keep Going

    80: Rewiring Your Brain Takes Time AND A lot of Discomfort. Keep Going
    Apr 14 2026

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    Yesterday I decided I would outwork any fear or doubt that was knocking at the door of my mind.

    I would outrun it.

    Not entertain it.

    Not sit with it.

    Not this time.

    Because I can't afford to let myself drift anymore.

    Also, what good does it do?

    A day of sulking and worrying. - only to bounce back and make up for lost time tomorrow?

    The 'in between' is accompanied by discomfort. Discomfort is okay.

    I'll keep going.

    You keep going too.


    https://linktr.ee/aprilpoynter

    Disclaimer
    I'm not a doctor or therapist. Everything I share comes from my own experience and personal research. Please talk to a qualified medical professional before making decisions about your health.

    My goal is to inform, encourage, and empower you as you navigate your own journey with self-trust.

    Some links may be affiliate links, which means I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the channel.

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    27 mins
  • The Discomfort of The "In-Between": You're Okay. Just Uncomfortable.

    The Discomfort of The "In-Between": You're Okay. Just Uncomfortable.
    Apr 13 2026

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    The 'in-between' is just simply uncomfortable at times. Perhaps the discomfort you feel isn't a problem to solve, but instead a necessary tension to manage.


    https://linktr.ee/aprilpoynter

    Disclaimer
    I'm not a doctor or therapist. Everything I share comes from my own experience and personal research. Please talk to a qualified medical professional before making decisions about your health.

    My goal is to inform, encourage, and empower you as you navigate your own journey with self-trust.

    Some links may be affiliate links, which means I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the channel.

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    11 mins
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