EP247: Don't Settle for the Fries (Why We Accept Less Than We Really Want)

*"Don't settle simply because you're uncomfortable waiting."* — Meg In this episode: - Why rejection doesn't always mean you're on the wrong path - The difference between seeking relief and choosing alignment - How scarcity quietly convinces us to lower our standards - Why self-worth is built by staying true to yourself—even when life hasn't rewarded you for it yet Get your free 7-day trial to the FateCreator life coaching app! After being laid off from SoulCycle, I auditioned for another cycling studio feeling confident in what I had to offer. When I didn't get the job because my expectations and experience weren't aligned with what they were looking for, I found myself questioning something so many of us experience after rejection: *Should I have asked for less?* In this episode, we're exploring why it's so tempting to settle when life doesn't immediately unfold the way we hoped. We dive into the psychology behind why our brains crave certainty, how scarcity can convince us that "almost" is good enough, and why the waiting season is often where our self-worth is tested the most. If you've ever questioned your standards after hearing "no" or wondered whether you should accept less just to move forward, this conversation will remind you that sometimes the bravest thing you can do is stay true to yourself while you wait for what's actually aligned. Connect with Meg: - Free 7-day trial to unlimited coaching tools! - Follow Meg on Instagram - Follow The Create Your Fate Podcast on Instagram - Take your FREE Enneagram Test - Subscribe to Meg's newsletter - Disclaimer