Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for Women

Kristen Burrus & Jen Anderson

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Boundaries, rest, and worth in practice.

The gist

Embrace Your Value centers women who are tired of overexplaining, overfunctioning, and measuring worth by output. The conversations connect nervous-system reactions, relationship shifts, burnout, rest, and success pressure to practical boundary work.

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About Embrace Your Value | Boundaries, Self Worth & Limiting Beliefs for Women

Embrace Your Value is built around a problem many women recognize before they can name it: being relied on so consistently that responsibility starts to feel like identity. The show gives those patterns clearer edges. Chronic responsibility is not treated as simple busyness, and burnout is not treated as laziness. Success, too, gets examined as something that can feel pressured rather than peaceful when worth has been tied to performance for too long. Kristen and Jen bring a therapy-and-coaching rhythm to conversations about boundaries, self-trust, rest, and nervous-system responses. The language is accessible. The ideas are not vague. Episodes often begin with a familiar scenario: saying no and then spiraling, reaching a milestone and feeling pressure, growing personally and watching relationships shift, or resting in a way that creates more guilt than repair. From there, the show separates the decision from the body’s reaction. A woman may know her worth and still feel her chest tighten. She may set a boundary and still feel the urge to justify it. She may stop overfunctioning and find that other people become uncomfortable. The show returns to that gap between knowing and embodying, which gives it a useful specificity. It is especially attentive to the mental load carried in planning, organizing, anticipating needs, and keeping peace. Rest is framed as a right, not a reward. Relationship discomfort is framed as adjustment, not automatic proof that growth has gone wrong. The tone is steady, encouraging, and sometimes emphatic, with frequent reminders that self-worth has to move from belief into behavior. Guest conversation can widen the frame, as in the episode with Kim Parkinson on voice, healing, and podcast growth. Still, the core remains consistent: women learning to stop shrinking around other people’s expectations. Embrace Your Value works best for listeners who want personal growth language that stays close to daily life. It offers permission, but also a practice: notice the pattern, respect the body’s signal, and choose a response that does not abandon the self.

Made for: For women who overfunction, feel guilty resting, or panic after setting limits. It fits listeners looking for therapy-and-coaching-style reflection without abstract self-help jargon.

What sets it apart: The show connects self-worth to body-level reactions, not just mindset. Boundaries, burnout, success pressure, and relationship change are treated as nervous-system and capacity issues as much as belief issues.

In their own words

Embrace Your Value is a personal growth podcast about self-worth, boundaries, and overcoming limiting beliefs. Hosted by trauma therapist Kristen Burrus and beliefs-and-boundaries coach Jen Anderson, the show blends therapeutic insights with practical coaching tools. Each episode helps women stop people pleasing, build confidence, and reclaim their voice. Through honest conversations and real strategies, you will learn how to set healthy boundaries, strengthen self-trust, and create a life that reflects your true value.

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Resentment becomes a smoke alarm here: Kristen and Jen help you locate the boundary you crossed.

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  • to catch a reflexive yes before your shoulders hit your ears and your temper follows
  • grounding options like tapping or journaling without treating every hard day as a grand breakthrough
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Healing Worthiness Through Your Voice (and Growing a Podcast with Kim Parkinson)Apr 15, 2026

A steady conversation about healing worthiness by learning to speak, be heard, and keep showing up.

The discussion centers on worthiness, voice, and the practical work of being heard, with therapy and coaching blended in a way that stays focused.

Healing Past Wounds: Grounding Techniques & Self-Compassion | Embrace Your ValueDec 17, 2025

A warm, practical look at unresolved wounds, triggers, and the small tools that make healing manageable.

This conversation stays close to the practical side of old wounds and the way they can leak into everyday life. Kristen and Jen keep bringing it back to grounding, self-compassion, EFT tapping, journaling, and the simple question of what is needed when a trigger lands.

Embrace Your Journey : With Shabana KnightOct 15, 2025

A warm conversation about self-worth, boundaries, and choosing not to play small.

This episode centers self-worth, boundaries, self-compassion, and the choice not to shrink. Shabana Knight brings in lived experience from Baltimore, Texas, Minnesota, and Washington, along with a parental separation, Bible-based teaching, and wellness coaching shaped by fitness…

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Episodes

  1. 1

    Real Self-Care Isn't a Bubble Bath. It's a Boundary.

    Oct 22, 2026·22m
  2. 2

    The Life You Stop Apologizing For: Rebuilding Self-Trust and Choosing Yourself

    Oct 15, 2026·31m
  3. 3

    What If Your Inner Critic Is Actually Trying to Protect You?

    Oct 1, 2026·28m
  4. 4

    Perfection Is Keeping You Stuck: How to Move From Fear to Action

    Sep 24, 2026·33m
  5. 5

    How Boundaries Can Strengthen Your Relationships

    Sep 17, 2026·26m
  6. 6

    If Success Feels Hard, Check What You Believe About It

    Sep 10, 2026·25m
  7. 7

    The Apology You May Owe Yourself: Letting Go of Shame and Self-Blame

    Sep 3, 2026·22m
  8. 8

    When Someone Gets Upset: How to Hold Your Boundary Without Abandoning Yourself

    Aug 25, 2026·25m
  9. 9

    The Friendship Audit: Is This Friendship Actually Good for You?

    Aug 20, 2026·23m
  10. 10

    How to Become the Woman Who Stops Abandoning Herself

    Aug 18, 2026·27m
  11. 11

    How to Regulate Your Emotions & Make Clearer Decisions | Coming Back to Yourself

    Aug 18, 2026·27m
  12. 12

    Choosing Yourself Will Cost You: The Truth About Setting Boundaries

    Aug 11, 2026·13m
  13. 13

    You're Not Overthinking... You're Avoiding a Decision | How to Build Self-Trust

    Aug 6, 2026·9m
  14. 14

    The Grief Nobody Warns You About When You Start Healing

    Aug 4, 2026·8m
  15. 15

    How to Stop Abandoning Yourself: 7 Life Lessons Every Woman Needs to Hear

    Jul 29, 2026·14m
  16. 16

    You Don't Have to Get It Right. You Just Have to Stop Abandoning Yourself.

    Jul 28, 2026·10m
  17. 17

    Is Social Media Feeding Your Inspiration or You Insecurity?

    Jul 23, 2026·46m
  18. 18

    You were Never Too Much. You Just Learned to Shrink.

    Jul 21, 2026·13m
  19. 19

    That Instant Resentment After Saying Yes Is Trying to Tell You Something

    Hidden gem

    Jen Anderson and trauma therapist Kristen Burris examine why immediate resentment can follow an automatic yes, describing it as a possible sign that someone crossed a personal boundary.

    Jul 16, 2026·27m·2 clips
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    You're Not Indecisive, You're Overloaded

    Jul 14, 2026·13m
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    Who Shows Up for You When Life Gets Hard?

    Jul 13, 2026·8m
  22. 22

    Your Body Remembers What No Used to Cost You

    Jul 7, 2026·8m
  23. 23

    I Disappointed Someone I Love & I'm Still Here

    Jul 2, 2026·26m
  24. 24

    You Don't Owe Anyone an Explanation

    Jun 30, 2026·12m
  25. 25

    Why You Can't Stop the Behavior You Hate (It's Meeting a Need)

    Jun 25, 2026·21m
  26. 26

    You Are Not Responsible for Everyone Else's Emotions

    Jun 23, 2026·16m
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    Anger Isn't the Enemy

    Jun 18, 2026·11m
  28. 28

    What Your Resentment Is Really Trying to Tell You

    Jun 16, 2026·18m
  29. 29

    When Did You Start Shrinking?

    Jun 11, 2026·16m
  30. 30

    5 Signs You're Abandoning Yourself Without Realizing It

    Jun 9, 2026·15m
  31. 31

    Beliefs + Boundaries = Bliss: Jen Anderson on People-Pleasing, Midlife, and Reclaiming Your Voice

    Jen Anderson presents "beliefs plus boundaries equals bliss" as a framework for changing limiting beliefs and protecting new values with healthy boundaries.

    Jun 4, 2026·33m·2 clips
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    Stop Abandoning Yourself and Calling It Love

    Jun 2, 2026·12m
  33. 33

    May 2026 Re-introducing Kristen Burrus

    May 28, 2026·30m
  34. 34

    The Fear of Being Judged Is Keeping You Stuck

    May 21, 2026·30m
  35. 35

    What Permission Are You Waiting For?

    May 13, 2026·29m
  36. 36

    If No One Was Watching, What Would You Stop Doing Tomorrow

    May 6, 2026·24m
  37. 37

    Why We Struggle to Receive Support

    Apr 22, 2026·19m
  38. 38

    Healing Worthiness Through Your Voice (and Growing a Podcast with Kim Parkinson)

    Hidden gem

    Kim Parkinson says her voice became a tool for working through childhood trauma, including a paper route that paid $1.80 per newspaper and a later family lawsuit that left her feeling unpaid and unseen.

    Apr 15, 2026·33m·2 clips
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    Chronic Responsibility: When Being the “Strong One” Shrinks Your Capacity

    This episode explores the concept of chronic responsibility, where women often feel burdened by always being the decision-maker and responsible party, and offers therapeutic and coaching insights to address this pattern.

    Apr 8, 2026·18m
  40. 40

    Success Without Safety

    This episode explores the unexpected pressure and lack of relief that can accompany achieving goals, particularly for women, using personal experiences like finishing a book to illustrate the concept of 'success without safety'.

    Apr 1, 2026·14m
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    When Personal Growth Start Changing Your Relationships

    This episode explores how personal growth work can unexpectedly challenge and change relationships, offering insights from a trauma therapist and support coach on navigating these shifts.

    Mar 25, 2026·19m
  42. 42

    Burnout Isn't Laziness, It's a Capacity Issue

    This episode challenges the misconception that burnout is laziness, reframing it as a capacity issue and offering therapeutic and coaching insights to help listeners overcome self-doubt and reclaim their power.

    Mar 17, 2026·19m
  43. 43

    Why Explaining Your Boundary Can Dysregulate You

    This episode explores why explaining your boundaries can trigger emotional dysregulation, particularly in women, and offers insights from trauma therapy and coaching perspectives.

    Mar 11, 2026·18m
  44. 44

    Know Your Worth...and Understand Why Does Your body Still Panic

    Mar 4, 2026·18m
  45. 45

    Rest is a Right, Not a Reward

    Feb 25, 2026·15m
  46. 46

    This Is Just Who I Am

    Feb 11, 2026·17m
  47. 47

    Transforming Lives with Spirituality and Law of Attraction: Maytte Dusseau’s Journey

    Jan 28, 2026·26m
  48. 48

    The Power of a Sacred Yes

    Jan 27, 2026·16m
  49. 49

    Emotional Regulation

    Jan 14, 2026·14m
  50. 50

    Finding Joy and Wellness with Rachel Bents

    This episode features an interview with Rachel Bentz, a plant-based personal trainer and wellness coach, discussing topics like wellness, nutrition, and personal growth.

    Jan 7, 2026·29m
  51. 51

    Healing Past Wounds: Grounding Techniques & Self-Compassion | Embrace Your Value

    Hidden gem

    Kristen Burris and Jen Anderson on Embrace Your Value focus on unresolved childhood wounds, emotional triggers, and the way old beliefs like "I'm not worthy" or "I have to be perfect" can keep running in the background.

    Dec 17, 2025·23m·1 clip
  52. 52

    Healing the Inner Critic: From Self-Judgment to Self-Compassion

    Dec 10, 2025·16m
  53. 53

    Embracing Change, Setting Boundaries

    Dec 3, 2025·16m
  54. 54

    Jen's Story

    Nov 26, 2025·33m
  55. 55

    Embracing Conflict

    Nov 19, 2025·15m
  56. 56

    Embrace Identity Shifts: Navigating Life Transitions and Rebuilding with Intention

    Nov 18, 2025·14m
  57. 57

    Breaking Sugar Addiction with Jenn Edden: The Freedom Method

    This episode features an interview with Jen Eden, a certified holistic health coach and sugar addiction expert, discussing her Sugar Freedom Method to help listeners break free from sugar addiction.

    Nov 5, 2025·32m
  58. 58

    Understanding How Your Body Signals Healing

    Nov 5, 2025·13m
  59. 59

    Demystifying EMDR Therapy with Kristen Burrus

    Oct 22, 2025·16m
  60. 60

    Embrace Your Journey : With Shabana Knight

    Hidden gem

    ["On Embrace Your Value, Kristen Burris and Jen Anderson interview Shabana Knight about being separated from a guardian at a train station in India, spending a year and a half in an orphanage, and being adopted with her brother by the same East Coast family.", "Shabana says the early abandonment left her feeling \"worthless\" and \"alone,\" while faith, church, and roughly 15 years of personal development helped her shift into a more \"victorious\" self-story.", "She describes returning to India in February after 36 years, visiting the orphanage, and crying through a full-circle moment that changed how she sees her past.", "The conversation also covers her 10 to 12 years in personal training, her coaching work around health, home, and heart, and her podcast Organized Chaos Stories with Shabana Knight."]

    Oct 15, 2025·23m·1 clip
  61. 61

    From Wall Street to Empowering Women: Tosca Fasso's Inspiring Journey

    Oct 8, 2025·41m
  62. 62

    Discovering Worth in Leadership and Intentional Living with Marney Andes

    Oct 1, 2025·35m
  63. 63

    Understanding and Healing from Trauma with Kristen Burrus, Trauma Therapist

    Sep 24, 2025·29m
  64. 64

    Breaking the Cycle: Becky’s Journey to Self-Compassion

    Sep 16, 2025·21m
  65. 65

    Perfectionism vs. Excellence: Finding Balance and Embracing Your Worth

    Sep 10, 2025·11m
  66. 66

    Emotional Freedom and Self-Compassion with Mindset Coach Georgie Barnwell

    Sep 2, 2025·25m
  67. 67

    Sharon Summerfield's Journey of Resilience and Wellness

    Aug 26, 2025·29m
  68. 68

    Embrace Your Value Interview with Jen Anderson: Setting Boundaries and Discovering Self-Worth

    Aug 20, 2025·30m
  69. 69

    Reclaiming Meaning and Leading with Heart: A Conversation with Jess Yokum

    Aug 13, 2025·30m
  70. 70

    Redefining Success, Creativity & Worth with Elizabeth Quintal

    Aug 6, 2025·25m
  71. 71

    Reclaiming Power & Finding Your True Self with Jess Lloyd

    Jul 30, 2025·36m
  72. 72

    Midlife Reinvention: From Corporate Exec to Aligned AF Business Coach ft. Brenda Rigney

    Jul 16, 2025·38m
  73. 73

    The Truth Behind “Belief + Boundaries = Bliss” | Jen’s Origin Story Revealed

    Jul 9, 2025·37m
  74. 74

    Marketing with Meaning: How Berlyn Komar Built a Values-Driven Brand from Scratch

    Jul 2, 2025·28m
  75. 75

    Flipping the Script on “Shoulds”: Design a Life That Truly Fits You

    Jun 25, 2025·14m
  76. 76

    Unlocking Self-Worth and Transformation with Coach Linda Brand

    Jun 17, 2025·31m
  77. 77

    Managing Anxiety Without Losing Yourself

    Jun 11, 2025·14m
  78. 78

    The Hidden Struggles of High-Functioning Depression

    Jun 4, 2025·25m
  79. 79

    Overcoming Guilt When You Put Yourself First

    May 28, 2025·20m
  80. 80

    Financial Confidence with Amber Harsche

    May 21, 2025·28m
  81. 81

    Reframing Failure: How to Turn Setbacks Into Stepping Stones

    May 14, 2025·13m
  82. 82

    From Trauma to Triumph: Creating Safe Relationships & Honoring the Healing Journey | w/ Orsika Julia

    May 7, 2025·31m
  83. 83

    Embracing Change: How to Stop Resisting and Start Thriving

    Apr 30, 2025·13m
  84. 84

    Unlocking Soul Purpose Through Astrology with Kali Rose 🌟

    This episode features an interview with astrologer Kali Rose, who discusses using astrology to help heart-centered entrepreneurs discover and develop their soul purpose after her own mid-life spiritual awakening.

    Apr 23, 2025·29m
  85. 85

    Reclaiming Your Original Worthiness with Dr. Kimberly Quinn

    This episode features an interview with Dr.

    Apr 16, 2025·31m
  86. 86

    Habit Stacking: Small Changes, Big Impact

    Apr 9, 2025·14m
  87. 87

    🎙️ Redefining Success: What Does It Really Mean to You? | Embrace Your Value Podcast

    Apr 2, 2025·14m
  88. 88

    Navigating Grief: Finding Compassion in the Messy Middle

    Mar 26, 2025·16m
  89. 89

    Trusting Your Gut – Strengthening Your Discernment

    Mar 19, 2025·17m
  90. 90

    Embracing Change – Stop Resisting & Start Thriving

    Mar 12, 2025·24m
  91. 91

    Unlocking the Power of Embodied Healing with Crystal

    Mar 5, 2025·31m
  92. 92

    LEAP INTO YOUR POWER: Unleash Your True Potential!

    Feb 26, 2025·28m
  93. 93

    Navigating Life Transitions with Grace: Overcoming Challenges & Embracing Opportunities

    Feb 19, 2025·16m
  94. 94

    Small Steps, Big Impact: Transform Your Day with Mindful Habits

    Feb 12, 2025·20m
  95. 95

    Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Embrace Your Success

    Feb 5, 2025·20m
  96. 96

    Celebrating Small Wins: Building Confidence and Momentum

    Jan 29, 2025·26m
  97. 97

    Permission to Play: Bringing Joy Back Into Your Life

    Jan 22, 2025·29m
  98. 98

    Social Media and Self-Worth

    Jan 15, 2025·29m
  99. 99

    The Power of Forgiveness: Letting Go to Move Forward

    Jan 8, 2025·30m
  100. 100

    Embracing Your Value by Honoring Your Journey: A Podcast for the New Year

    Jan 1, 2025·25m
  101. 101

    Holiday Traditions

    Dec 25, 2024·24m
  102. 102

    PTSD and Other Trauma Diagnosis

    Dec 18, 2024·41m
  103. 103

    SADD VS SAD

    Dec 11, 2024·43m
  104. 104

    Understanding Core Values Part 2

    Dec 10, 2024·20m
  105. 105

    Understanding Core Values

    Dec 10, 2024·23m
  106. 106

    Discovering Your Self-Worth Part 2

    Dec 10, 2024·27m
  107. 107

    Discovering Your Self-Worth

    Dec 10, 2024·32m
  108. 108

    Being Resilient

    Dec 10, 2024·28m
  109. 109

    Being Resilient Part 2

    Dec 10, 2024·22m
  110. 110

    Not Taking on Other's Negative Energy

    Dec 10, 2024·26m
  111. 111

    Nervous System Regulation

    Dec 10, 2024·34m
  112. 112

    Accountability During the Holidays

    Dec 10, 2024·49m
  113. 113

    Welcome to The Embrace Your Value Podcast

    Dec 10, 2024·31m