107. Breaking Expectations, Finding Freedom and Pride: A Journey Within with Rachel Freemon Sowers

The Creative Soulpreneur Podcast with Nick Demos

Breaking Expectations, Finding Freedom and Pride: A Journey Within with Rachel Freemon Sowers

Episode # 107

On this episode of The Creative Soulpreneur, Nick and guest Rachel Freemon Sowers dive deep into the importance of finding joy and authenticity in one's life. Rachel shares her personal struggles with societal expectations and feelings of inadequacy, as well as her journey towards prioritizing joy and self-love. From overcoming anxiety in a dark tunnel to coming to terms with her own LGBTQ+ identity, Rachel shares valuable insights into the power of self-acceptance and healing. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on finding joy and healing in a world that often tries to keep us down.

You'll Learn:

How did Rachel used to present herself to others in the past? Answer: Joyful and fun, but it was often a mask she put on for appearances.

What does Rachel prioritize now in her life, and why? Answer: Doing things that truly bring her joy, to be her authentic self, and to form genuine connections with others instead of fake intimacy and connection which is common in society today.

How does Rachel overcome anxiety while biking through a dark tunnel?Answer: By having faith in herself, communicating with others, and slowly pedaling through the darkness.

What is the main metaphor Rachel uses to describe a difficult time in life, and what are the tools being discussed to help with it? Answer: A tunnel. The tools being discussed are said to help find a way out of the darkness and towards a fun, joyful life.

Why is finding joy in life emphasized, and how has Rachel struggled with finding it in the past? Answer: It is emphasized because finding joy is important for being authentic and forming genuine connections with others. Rachel struggled with finding joy due to feelings of inadequacy and external expectations.

Is self-improvement a one-time fix? and what is the key to self-improvement? Answer: No, it is a work in progress. The key is to accept and acknowledge all parts of oneself without judgment or self-shame.

What is Nick and Rachel's experience with religion and how has it contributed to feelings of shame and guilt? Answer: Nick did not grow up in a religious household but prayed to God at 14 to not make him gay despite already knowing he was and felt guilt and shame. Rachel states how the societal message to LGBTQ+ individuals is that they are even more flawed for being who they are.

How did Rachel take ownership of their life when she was in a difficult situation? Answer: She realized they needed to heal herself and committed to going within themselves. She left friend groups, stopped talking to people, and decided to take ownership of her life.

What was Nick's experience running away to New York City and how did it affect his perspective on shame and expectations? Answer: Nick ran away to New York City with the goal of becoming a Broadway performer but realized that running away didn't solve all his problems as the issues still existed even if he was in a new environment. Rachel was shamed for her actions in a religious context, but she doesn't regret them and noticed hypocrisy in the behavior of preachers who told her how to behave but acted differently behind the scenes. She also noticed that as a young woman, she was expected to behave differently from men.

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Nick Demos is a Tony and Olivier Award winning Broadway producer, documentary filmmaker, conscious business coach and manifestation expert With over 15 years of teaching pranayama (breath work), yoga and creativity as well as thirty years in the entertainment industry, he has travelled from the Tony Awards to ashrams and run a multi-million dollar business in between. Nick helps you clear blocks and tap into your creative intuition so you can tell your stories and manifest the business and life of your dreams creating wealth and impact.