We’re back with a very personal episode where we unpack the sneaky little stories we tell ourselves (and totally believe). From childhood insecurities and school struggles to self-worth, dating, and whether cookies count as self-care, we’re diving into it all. Christina shares how she broke free from the belief that she wasn’t smart, and Joe confesses his deep mistrust of picky eaters 😂 We talk ADHD, food culture, emotional patterns, and how to finally stop living by a script that was never meant for you. Plus: the secret power of baby plates 🍼Topics:• Stories we tell ourselves• Limiting beliefs around worth and confidence• ADHD and childhood conditioning• Why school isn’t a great measure of intelligence• Generational expectations and appearances• Food, relationships, and self-love• Journaling, intention, and energy healing• Embracing your inner child to healRecommendations:🗣️ TEDx Talk “The Story You Tell Yourself” – John Sharp📕 Psycho-Cybernetics – Dr. Maxwell Maltz🎙️ Giggly Squad📝 Journaling for self-awarenessIf this one hit home, don’t forget to like, comment, or share it with someone who needs to hear it. Every little bit helps us spread the love (and the weird).🎤 @ModernAlchemyPodcast💎 Joe → @joethecreator💕 Christina → @ChristinaNikols✨ Subscribe for new episodes every Thursdays!00:00 We're Just Stories01:02 The Power of Limiting Beliefs03:31 Taco Bell and Childhood Favorites06:24 Upbringing & Food Habits09:31 Relationships and Food Compatibility12:26 Confidence and Job Applications15:46 Identifying Limiting Beliefs18:38 Self-Perception and Education21:28 Rewiring the Narrative24:24 Learning to Accept Compliments27:14 Real-Life ADHD in Women35:32 Perception vs. Reality36:58 How to Break a Limiting Belief39:28 Generational Baggage Around Self-Worth44:25 Self-Love ≠ Self-Indulgence46:15 Intentional Living as a Healing Tool50:17 Reflection, Journaling & Daily Practice51:28 Inner Child Work & Healing54:38 Self-Care Through Play and Presence59:18 Letting Go of the Old Story01:02:09 Choosing Self-Compassion01:04:32 Final Thoughts & Baby Plates01:08:32 MA 20 Second Outro