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Learning to Meet Yourself Where You Are Without Shame or Pressure with Kerisma Vere
Description
What if growth is not about fixing yourself, but finally listening to yourself? In this episode of The Soul Mirror, hosted by Shreya, we explore the quiet but powerful idea of meeting ourselves exactly where we are.
Joined by holistic wellness coach and author Kerisma Vere, this conversation unpacks why real change rarely happens through pressure or instant transformation. If you’ve ever felt stuck between who you are and who you think you should be, this episode offers a gentler path—one rooted in self-awareness, compassion, and sustainable growth.
About the Guest:
Kerisma Vere is a holistic wellness coach and author focused on compassionate, sustainable change. She helps people move beyond all-or-nothing self-help and build self-trust through practical, trauma-aware approaches.
Episode Chapters:
00:00 – Why “meeting yourself where you are” matters
03:12 – Kerisma’s personal turning point with therapy
06:40 – The myth of instant transformation
10:05 – How shame disrupts personal growth
14:22 – Trauma-informed compassion vs self-criticism
18:35 – Tiny steps that create real change
22:50 – Turning setbacks into curiosity instead of failure
Key Takeaways:
- Sustainable change grows through small, realistic steps.
- Self-criticism often blocks growth more than failure itself.
- Compassion and curiosity create space for progress.
- Personal growth must fit your real life, not a perfect plan.
- Honest self-awareness is the foundation of healing.
How to Connect With the Guest:
Kerisma Vere's Work:
- https://towardswellness.ca/
- YouTube
- Book: "The Light Switch Myth: Contemporary Approaches to Creating Lasting Change"
- Also offers: 60-Day Self-Gratitude Practice guide
- Available for sliding scale coaching and free guidance
Search: Google "Kerisma Vere" for additional resources
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