Summary: In this conversation, Naomi Masina and Mapuana Reed discuss the importance of self-honesty and self-acceptance in personal growth and transformation. Naomi shares her journey of finding her true self and living authentically, letting go of fear and embracing love. They explore the power of vulnerability, the impact of conditioning and shame, and the process of uncovering and healing deep wounds. Naomi emphasizes the need to be honest with oneself, to question beliefs and behaviors, and to release the need for external validation. They also discuss the importance of bringing hidden aspects of oneself to light and embracing all parts of who we are. Chapters: [1:35] When Naomi knew things needed to shift in her life [1:55] Learning to let go in order to move forward [4:30] Some of the trauma Naomi experienced that she had to learn to let go of [5:40] Wanting the outside of you to match the inside [8:35] Are you living for other people or for yourself? [11:15] How Naomi’s upbringing influenced who she thought she needed to become [14:00] Experiencing shame while growing up [18:20] The hardest part of letting her old identity go [19:55] Wanting the capacity to see people clearly and love them for who they are in the moment [24:00] Giving love without restrictions [25:20] How to learn how to trust yourself [28:40] Get okay with asking for what you want and how you want it [31:00] There is not win or loose. It’s win or learn [36:30] Be aware of how you make others feel and how it makes you feel in return [40:00] The importance of being kind to yourself [40:00] Naomi’s biggest piece of advice [43:00] Connect with Naomi   Follow: Mapuana Reed @mapuanareed Naomi Masina @omiphoto