Fear Doesn’t Get the Final Say.
Homebody- The Podcast
Once upon a time, I let fear and control stop me from telling my story. Not anymore. In this raw and unfiltered episode, I’m sharing the moment I realized fear was the last thread of control—and why I’m finally saying fuck it, hitting publish, and reclaiming my narrative. This isn’t just about me. It’s about you. About reminding you that fear doesn’t get the final say. You do. Lauren Lefever is a licensed Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty helping people find inspiration in their homes and inside themselves. For all Real Estate inquires text/call M: 7175197491...
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The Messy Middle: Behind the Scenes of Building Dweller
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In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the messy middle of business growth — that in-between space where you’re no longer winging it, but still figuring out the next big leap. I recently sat down with Ari from ASSETS Lancaster to talk through some of the real pain points I’ve been navigating with Dweller, my staging and design company — hiring, outsourcing, investing back into the business, and dreaming up bigger-picture goals like B Corp certification, sustainability, and community impact. This conversation was a game-changer, and I’m sharing all the takeaways with you:...
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Finally, Some Damn Clarity: Unraveled Cover Reveal + Exclusive Excerpt
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The moment is finally here — the official cover for my book Unraveled is live, and I couldn’t be more excited (and honestly, a little emotional) to share it with you. In this episode of Homebody — The Podcast, I’m pulling back the curtain on: ✨ The heart behind the Unraveled cover design ✨ Why the book’s release date shifted from this summer to this fall ✨ How I’m navigating the fear of being silenced while telling my story ✨ And a powerful reading from the chapter “Finally, Some Damn Clarity” If you’ve ever felt silenced, underestimated, or like you had to...
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Pregnant Again! Navigating Surprise, ADHD, and Slowing Down the Second Time Around
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This pregnancy has been so different than my first. Harder physically. Heavier emotionally. And let’s be honest — running a staging company, selling real estate, and chasing around a four-year-old while pregnant hits different. In this episode, I’m sharing what this season has looked like for me — the real, unfiltered version. From navigating pregnancy with ADHD (without medication), to preparing my businesses for maternity leave, and learning to actually let go of control… it’s been a ride. I’m also sharing a few tips that have helped me manage ADHD during pregnancy, for anyone...
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Letting Go of the Version of Me That Settled
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In this episode, I’m talking about one of the hardest but most healing parts of my journey: letting go of the past version of me who settled. The one who kept the peace at her own expense. The one who made herself smaller to feel safe. The one who thought love, success, and stability required her to abandon herself. She got me here — but she’s not coming with me. I share how writing this book became an act of releasing her, grieving her, and honoring her… without staying her. Because real growth isn’t just about learning something new — it’s about being willing to outgrow who you...
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The Patterns That Almost Broke Me
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This week, I’m sharing the truth about the patterns I didn’t recognize — the ones that quietly shaped how I moved through love, business, and life. Patterns of overgiving. Over-explaining. Over-functioning. Patterns of abandoning myself to avoid conflict, stay liked, or keep someone else comfortable. In this episode, I talk about how these patterns nearly broke me — and how writing this book helped me finally see them for what they were: survival tactics that were no longer serving me. I also read an excerpt from one of the chapters where I unpack a cycle I kept repeating… until I...
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You Are Enough: The Truth I Wish I’d Believed Sooner
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This episode is a love letter to the version of you who’s doubting herself. I’m reading one of the final passages I wrote in my book — a moment that sums up everything this journey has taught me. If you’ve ever been made to feel like your worth depends on your wins, your relationship status, or your ability to hold it all together... I hope you take a deep breath and let this episode remind you of what’s always been true: you are already enough. No one else gets to define that for you. ✨ If this speaks to you, be sure to follow along , the book is almost here, and I can’t wait to...
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Before I Was Ready: How I Wrote This Book Anyway
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In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of how this book actually came to life — spoiler: it wasn’t perfect, polished, or carefully planned. I didn’t wait until I had everything figured out. I didn’t go off on a writing retreat or hire a fancy team. I just started — messy, scared, and in the margins of everyday life. I carved out time between real estate deals, nap times, and client calls. I used Google, podcasts, and trial and error to figure out what came next. Some days I wrote two pages. Some days I wrote one sentence. But I kept going — even when it was...
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Lessons I Had to Learn the Hard Way: Rebuilding After It All Fell Apart
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In this episode, I’m sharing one of the most honest lessons I had to learn through the unraveling of both my personal and professional life. I read an excerpt from my upcoming book, a moment that captures the reality of losing what I thought I needed and learning to stand on my own. This chapter is messy, vulnerable, and painfully relatable. If you’ve ever found yourself starting from scratch, questioning your strength, or wondering how the hell you’re going to rebuild... this one’s for you. Let’s talk about what it really looks like to come back stronger. Lauren...
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The Chapter I Almost Didn’t Include (and Why I Did Anyway)
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In this episode, I’m opening up about one of the most vulnerable parts of my book — the chapter I almost deleted. Specifically, the essay I call The Violation. This wasn’t the first time something like this happened to me, but it was the most recent, the most numbing — and the one I stayed silent about. Not because I didn’t know what happened, but because I remembered the backlash I got the first time I spoke up. Including it in the book wasn’t easy, but I kept it in because I know I’m not the only one. I want other women, other survivors, to know it’s okay to speak up, even...
info_outlineIn this episode of Homebody - The Podcast, we’re diving into what it means to question the rules and forge a path that feels genuine to you. When I entered real estate in 2018, I had one clear vision: to achieve success on my own terms—not as the stereotypical “realtor in a suit.” I’ll share how embracing my unique strengths (and ignoring outdated advice) helped me create a thriving business that feels aligned and authentic.
Whether you’re in real estate, design, or navigating your personal growth journey, this conversation is for anyone who wants to break free from “what you’re supposed to do” and start trusting your unique gifts. You don’t need to fit the mold to succeed—you just need to embrace you.
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Lauren Lefever is a licensed Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty helping people find inspiration in their homes and inside themselves.
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