THE JOURNAL
Welcome to my space for thoughtful conversations, confidence insights, and personal growth reflections.
Here you’ll find the latest blog posts, Cappuccinos & Confidence podcast episodes, and Big Brew YouTube conversations — all designed to help you grow, reflect, and step into the most confident version of yourself.
Podcast #39: The Comeback Episode – Escaping the Safety Trap and Choosing to Live Fully
Nefe: Hello, hello, my lovelies! Oh, it feels so incredibly good to say those words again. Welcome back to another episode of Cappuccinos & Confidence. I want you to take a moment with me right now. Pull up a chair, or if you’re out on your morning walk, maybe...
Is Imposter Syndrome Actually a Safety Mechanism? The Truth About Feeling Like a Fraud at Work
Hello, my lovelies. I hope you’ve got a big brew in hand, perhaps a creamy cappuccino or a steaming builders’ tea, and a moment to breathe. It’s been a little while, hasn’t it? If things have felt a bit quiet on my end, it’s because I’ve been navigating a season of...
10 Reasons Your Perfectionism Isn’t Working (And How to Build Real Self-Belief Instead)
Hello, lovelies. Take a deep breath with me for a second. Put down the phone (well, after you finish reading this!), set aside that mile-long to-do list, and let’s just be here for a moment. Maybe grab a big brew, I’ve got a steaming cappuccino right next to me, and...
7 Mistakes You’re Making with Imposter Syndrome at Work (and How to Fix Them)
Hello, my lovelies. Take a deep breath with me for a moment. If you’re reading this, perhaps you’ve spent your morning feeling like a bit of a "fraud" despite your incredible track record, or maybe you’ve been staring at an email for twenty minutes, rewriting a single...
Podcast Pause: Back in April — An Honest Update
Thank you for listening and supporting the podcast. I originally planned to return in January, but I need more time to finish a new website and prepare for a major surgery in February 2026 with an estimated eight-week recovery. I'm now aiming to resume episodes in...
Nefe’s Holiday Hiatus: Taking November & December Off
Lovelies, it’s Nefe: I’ve been ill and will take November and December off to rest and recover, returning in the new year around January 5th. Take care of yourselves this holiday season—listen to your body, set boundaries, avoid unnecessary arguments, and re-listen to...