The Space Between Habits: Rebuilding Who You Are Without the Things You Lean On

There comes a point where the things we reach for to relax, escape, cope, or distract ourselves stop feeling intentional and start becoming automatic. Whether it’s drinking, scrolling, shopping, overworking, or constantly needing noise around us, many of us have habits we lean on more than we realise.

This live podcast episode is a conversation about what happens when you begin pulling back from those habits and the identity shifts that can come with it. Not from a place of shame or restriction, but from a desire to feel more present, more grounded, and more connected to yourself again.

We’re not talking about perfection or extreme transformation. We’re talking about the quieter process of rebuilding trust in yourself, learning to sit with discomfort, and creating a life that feels full enough that you don’t constantly need to escape from it.

In this episode, we’ll dive into:

• The Emotional Role of Vices: Why we turn to certain habits and what they may be helping us avoid.
• Identity Beyond the Habit: Who you are when you stop defining yourself through coping mechanisms or routines.
• Learning to Sit With Yourself: Navigating boredom, discomfort, silence, and stillness without immediately reaching for distraction.
• Building Healthier Foundations: Creating routines, relationships, and rituals that genuinely support your well-being.
• Rebuilding Self-Trust: How small daily choices slowly strengthen confidence, discipline, and self-respect.

Who We Are
Shanti is a coach and mentor who helps people navigate change, manage uncertainty, and reconnect with who they truly are.
Tatiana is a marketer and brand strategist who helps people and brands find clarity and move with intention.
🌍 Together, we believe that open, human conversations remind us we’re not alone — and that growth feels lighter when shared.

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