Do you achieve a major goal but immediately ask, "What's next?" instead of feeling happy? You're not alone. In this episode of our Homecoming series, we're tearing up the invisible "contracts" that make us feel guilty for experiencing joy. It's time to write yourself an internal permission slip.In this episode, you'll discover:· The 3 "Invisible Clauses" that steal your joy: The Striver's Clause, The Caretaker's Clause, and The Vigilante Clause.· Why your brain tells you that happiness must be earned through struggle.· A powerful guide to writing yourself a "Permission Slip" to feel worthy of your own happiness.· The hidden costs of these silent rules—from emotional burnout to losing your sense of self.· Practical ways to embody joy immediately (like leaving the dishes in the sink to watch the sunset).If you’re feeling the pressure to be productive, help everyone, or stay constantly vigilant, this is your sign to stop. Your permission to be happy starts now.CHAPTERS:0:00- The Big Question0:44- Welcome to Unfiltered Truths1:54- The Thanksgiving Analogy3:09- My Personal Breakthrough Story5:01- Breaking Down the 3 Invisible Clauses11:02- How to Revoke the Clauses & Claim Joy15:51- The Real Cost of These Rules17:41- Your Signed Permission Slip---ABOUT THE UNFILTERED TRUTHS:We have real conversations about the heart-breaking,beautiful, and messy parts of life. I’m Sandra, your host and a medical scientist, and here we believe raw truth builds resilience. Subscribe to join a community where you can belong and grow.🔔 SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE: https://youtube.com/@TheUnfilteredTruthsUG?si=kz1hgG_MjL3lS2lJ🎧 LISTEN TO THE FULL PODCAST: https://pod.link/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xMGJjMmZjZTgvcG9kY2FzdC9yc3M?view=apps&sort=popularity🎧 FIND US ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2LF3COgTMuovC5oMHUjhzKDisclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice.--- #SelfWorth #Happiness #PersonalGrowth #MentalHealthAwareness #Mindfulness #Joy #SelfSabotage #BurnoutRecovery #PeoplePleasing #EmotionalWellness #PersonalDevelopment #PermissionSlip #InvisibleRules #StriversClause #CaretakerClause #WorthyOfJoy #UnfilteredTruths #HomecomingSeries