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Episode 140: Letting Others In: The Gift of Sharing Our Struggles



In this heartfelt episode of "Your Inner Advocate," Kimen Petersen explores the often-unspoken truth that while we readily share our joys and successes, we tend to hide our pain and struggles—even from those closest to us. Kimen challenges the belief that we must handle hardships alone, revealing how vulnerability is not a weakness but a profound act of courage and trust. Through personal stories, psychological insights, and practical advice, listeners are encouraged to let others in during tough times, understanding that sharing pain is a gift that deepens connection and gives meaning to relationships. The episode concludes with a powerful reminder: you are not a burden, and those who love you want to be there for all of you—the highs, the lows, and everything in between.




• 0:00 – 1:15: Introduction—why we share laughter but hide our tears; the quiet truth of emotional isolation.


• 1:15 – 4:00: The reasons we hide our struggles: fear of being a burden, appearing weak, or ruining the mood; societal conditioning.


• 4:00 – 7:00: The cost of hiding pain—how it robs others of the chance to support us and find meaning; the biology of helping others.


• 7:00 – 10:00: The importance of vulnerability; Brene Brown’s perspective; how sharing pain is a gift to friends.


• 10:00 – 13:00: Real connection is built on honesty, not just happiness; what friends truly want is to be trusted and to make a difference.


• 13:00 – 16:00: The myth of doing it alone; the need for connection and the dangers of isolation.


• 16:00 – 19:00: Practical ways to lean in and ask for support; using code words and clear communication with trusted friends.


• 19:00 – 22:00: The reframe—allowing others to support you gives them purpose and meaning; the mutual benefit of shared vulnerability.


• 22:00 – 25:00: Encouragement to reach out, trust your people, and let them in during hard times.


• 25:00 – End: Final reflections—life is a full range of emotions, and sharing both the highs and lows brings us closer; closing thoughts and call to action.