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The Messy Middle

Episode 9
17m | Jul 16, 2025

“You are not a burden. You may have been given a strong back to carry a lot — but you’re allowed to set it down.”

In this open-hearted episode, I speak from the middle of the in-between — not who I was, not yet who I’m becoming — just here, in the thick of life. Raw, real, and unresolved.

I share:

  • What the “messy middle” actually feels like
  • Why Earth has no place for perfection (and why that’s a good thing)
  • The hidden cost of being the strong one
  • How grief, career shifts, and emotional dismissal shaped this season
  • The power of storytelling in reclaiming our voice and value
  • Practical reflections for those in transition


This episode is for anyone grieving what was, unsure of what’s next, or holding a quiet question they don’t yet have words for. You’re not alone — and you don’t have to go through it alone.

Take this with you: You’re allowed to pause. You’re allowed to ask for help. The messy middle is sacred ground, too.

→ Connect with me on Instagram: @brooklincbuchanan

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