Rooted in Fear or Rooted in Love? | How to Tell the Difference and Lead from Alignment
Cutting through the Bullsh*t with Dr. Stephanie Snyder
Release Date: 11/06/2025
The Moment You Stop Pretending You’re Fine
Cutting through the Bullsh*t with Dr. Stephanie Snyder
There’s a specific moment when the pretending stops. When you realize you’ve been “okay” for a long time… but not actually alive. In this episode, I riff honestly on what happens when you admit the truth to yourself — that something about your life, your pace, or your role no longer fits. We explore emotional responsibility, self-silencing, and the quiet ways we abandon ourselves in order to keep everything running smoothly. This isn’t a breakdown. It’s a wake-up call. If you’ve been holding it together, carrying everyone else, or feeling disconnected from your joy, this...
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The Admission No One Wants to Say Out Loud: “I Don’t Love My Life”
Cutting through the Bullsh*t with Dr. Stephanie Snyder
Sometimes the bravest thing you can do is tell the truth: this isn’t working anymore. In this short, honest episode, I talk about what it feels like to admit you don’t love your life — even when everything looks “fine” on the outside. We explore the emotional weight of performing okay, the quiet grief of disconnection, and the first steps toward reclaiming joy without burning everything down. If you’ve been feeling numb, flat, resentful, or like you’ve been living on autopilot… this is your permission slip to get honest — and to choose yourself again. Timestamped Breakdown...
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Feeling the Frustration: Let It Be Your Guide
Cutting through the Bullsh*t with Dr. Stephanie Snyder
Episode Summary: In this honest and empowering episode, Dr. Stephanie Snyder PhD invites you to look at frustration differently. Instead of suppressing it or rushing to “fix” it, what if you sat with it long enough to hear the truth underneath? Frustration, especially for high-achievers and visionaries, isn’t a problem—it’s feedback. It’s a signal from your nervous system that something is out of alignment. When you stop numbing it and start listening, you unlock a new level of clarity, power, and self-trust. Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome and context for today’s message 01:30 –...
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Creating Space to Receive: Clearing the Energy + Making Room for God
Cutting through the Bullsh*t with Dr. Stephanie Snyder
Episode Summary: In this short but powerful episode, Dr. Stephanie Snyder explores the energetic clutter we carry and how it blocks our ability to receive — not just in business and money, but in our spiritual lives too. She shares personal reflections on why space matters, how energy gets tangled in obligation or resistance, and how creating intentional space can align us with truth, clarity, and divine timing. ⏱ What You’ll Hear (Timestamps): [00:00] Opening Thoughts: The power of pausing and asking: What energy am I holding that’s not mine? [02:05] Resistance vs. Readiness: How...
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Making Space for God in a Full Life
Cutting through the Bullsh*t with Dr. Stephanie Snyder
Summary: In this short yet powerful episode, Dr. Stephanie Snyder explores the importance of creating intentional space in our lives—mentally, physically, and spiritually—to hear from God. When your calendar is packed, your to-do list is long, and the noise of life feels overwhelming, it’s easy to feel disconnected from divine guidance. This episode is a reminder that God is always speaking—but are we quiet enough to listen? Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro Why this episode matters and what to expect 01:18 – When You're Too Full to Hear The spiritual consequences of a jam-packed life ...
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Tapped Out on Inspiration? Here's What to Do Instead
Cutting through the Bullsh*t with Dr. Stephanie Snyder
Episode Summary: Feeling uninspired doesn’t mean you’re broken or lazy—it likely means you’re overstimulated, overwhelmed, or overextended. In this quick but powerful episode, we unpack the real reasons behind those “uninspired” moments and how to shift out of them. Instead of pushing harder, what if the answer is to soften and simplify? Timestamps by Topic: 00:00 – The real reason you're not inspired It's not a motivation issue—it's an overcapacity issue. 01:32 – How high-achievers mislabel their burnout Why “I’m uninspired” is often code for “I’ve hit my...
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Your Reality Is a Reflection: Shift the Mirror, Shift Your Life
Cutting through the Bullsh*t with Dr. Stephanie Snyder
Episode Summary: In this powerful solo episode, Stephanie breaks down the concept that the world around you is not happening to you—but through you. If you’ve been feeling triggered by what others are doing (or not doing), this episode offers a grounded yet expansive perspective shift. Stephanie walks you through how your internal beliefs and emotions are mirrored back through your external experiences—and what to do about it when you’re ready to create change. Whether you're feeling stuck in a relationship, unsure in your business, or triggered by comparison, this episode gives you a...
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This Isn’t Forever — Stop Letting Today’s Limits Define You
Cutting through the Bullsh*t with Dr. Stephanie Snyder
Episode Summary: In this empowering episode, Stephanie challenges the notion that our current limitations — whether in time, money, capacity, or energy — are fixed. She shares an honest reflection on recognizing when we’re operating from fear or scarcity, and how to gently shift back into trust and creative problem-solving. If you’ve felt boxed in by your circumstances lately, this episode will help you reframe your “parameters” as temporary conditions — not permanent definitions of who you are or what you’re capable of. ⏱️ Episode Breakdown: 00:00 – Why this...
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Obligations vs. Opportunities: Are You Moving from Guilt or Growth?
Cutting through the Bullsh*t with Dr. Stephanie Snyder
🔍 Episode Summary: In this brief yet powerful episode, Stephanie explores the subtle yet crucial difference between operating from obligation versus opportunity. She invites listeners to reflect on whether their actions are coming from guilt, fear, or people-pleasing—or from inspiration, alignment, and trust. If you’ve been feeling drained, overwhelmed, or caught in the grind, this episode offers a grounded perspective shift that helps you reclaim your energy, reset your priorities, and move with intentional momentum. ⏱️ Timestamps by Topic: 00:00 – Opening thoughts The...
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The Power of Personal Boundaries | How to Protect Your Energy Without Limiting Yourself
Cutting through the Bullsh*t with Dr. Stephanie Snyder
In this short but powerful episode, we explore the difference between setting boundaries and building walls. You’ll learn why creating space with intention is not about pushing people away, but about honoring your energy, your growth, and your capacity. If you’ve ever felt guilt around needing space or found yourself withdrawing completely when things get overwhelming, this episode will offer a grounded and empowering reframe. 🕒 Timestamped Breakdown: 0:00 – Intro: When protecting yourself becomes isolation 1:18 – The subtle difference between boundaries and emotional walls 2:50...
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In this potent solo episode, Dr. Stephanie Snyder explores a critical question every soul-led entrepreneur and parent must face: Are you rooted in fear, or are you leading from love?
Whether you're scaling your business, setting boundaries in relationships, or choosing how to show up for your kids—your actions are guided by something deeper. Stephanie unpacks the energy underneath your decisions and invites you to check in with your body, your heart, and your alignment.
Through raw honesty and practical wisdom, she shares personal reflections and questions that will help you discern the subtle difference between protective habits and heart-centered action.
🔍 Key Topics + Timestamps
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[00:00] Welcome + Intention for This Episode
Stephanie opens by naming the deeper theme of love vs. fear and how it shows up in our day-to-day lives, especially for moms, leaders, and business owners. -
[02:04] Recognizing Fear-Based Decisions
How fear can disguise itself as productivity, perfectionism, or even discipline—and what it feels like in your body when you’re out of alignment. -
[04:35] Choosing Love as Your Root System
Why love is not always the easier path—but it’s always the more honest one. Stephanie shares how coming back to love anchors your actions in truth. -
[07:12] Self-Awareness in Real Time
A powerful reflection on tuning into your gut and observing your energetic response to people, situations, or business decisions. -
[09:23] Integration Questions + Invitation
Stephanie offers journaling prompts and real-life practices to help you shift from fear into a love-rooted life.
đź’¬ Favorite Quote:
"The root of your action—fear or love—determines the fruit of your results."
✨ Dive Deeper
Ready to recalibrate your energy and lead from a place of alignment and trust?
Work with Stephanie 1:1 in her Recalibrate Private Coaching Program or explore the Aligned Business workbook to get started.
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