My Separation Story: Mimi Ikonn on Rediscovering Herself

Not Alone

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This week, Valeria welcomes her dear friend Mimi Ikonn to chat all about her “conscious separation” from her husband. Their discussion uncovers why being true to yourself is the key to genuine happiness, inner growth, and ultimate freedom. Learn practical strategies to break free from the debilitating grip of fear, stop the cycle of self-sacrifice, and find the courage to live authentically every single day.

Through personal stories, expert insights, and actionable advice, this episode will empower you to listen to your intuition, navigate life's transitions and breakups with confidence, and unlock your true potential. Whether you're seeking personal or relational growth or a deeper understanding of yourself, this conversation offers the tools and inspiration you need to embark on your journey toward a more authentic and fulfilling life.

Mimi is on:

https://www.instagram.com/mimiikonn

https://www.youtube.com/mimiikonn

https://www.tiktok.com/@mimiikonnofficial

https://www.intelligentchange.com/

Mentioned:

Five-Minute Journal: https://a.co/d/07rT0ZsD

Attached by Amir Levine & Rachel Heller https://a.co/d/0cv8IrXc

Pussy: A Reclamation by Regena Thomashauer https://a.co/d/0iIfX7nQ

Letting Go: The Pathway to Surrender by David Hawkins https://a.co/d/0gBIRKPn

Thais Gibson https://www.instagram.com/thepersonaldevelopmentschool

Valeria is on:

https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkDFq1pO7YNzifE3A4UsMA

https://www.tiktok.com/@valeria.lipovetsky

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What We Talked About:

• 00:00 Intro
• 04:25 Life changes and facing fears
• 07:08 Intuition
• 17:10 Losing the feeling of love
• 24:52 We get to evolve and change
• 28:57 How to be authentic
• 33:29 Face your fears full on
• 35:49 Attachment theory
• 42:50 Being aware of your insecurities
• 46:48 Finding yourself again
• 50:44 It’s not love, it’s attachment
• 53:32 A woman’s natural instinct
• 58:36 Choose what’s right for you
• 01:01:58 Self-sacrifice is not an option
• 01:05:28 Book resources

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