Wake Up: Fear Is Stealing Your Growth
Leaving a secure career in medicine and biotechnology to pursue beauty as an artist was one of the scariest decisions of my life. It felt like walking away from everything stable and “smart” to follow a dream I wasn’t even sure I could pull off. But here’s the truth: staying in a space where you know you’re not living up to your full potential? That’s even scarier.
And let me tell you about another decision that changed my life—leaving a toxic relationship. Choosing a partner is one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make. I had to learn that the hard way.
So many women, myself included, have been in relationships that leave us feeling spiritually drained, emotionally empty, and stuck in a cycle of frustration. Sometimes, it’s the partner we’re with that’s blocking our growth.
Let me be honest: the moment I decided to leave that raggedy man and told myself I deserved better was the moment I started to receive better from God. I had been praying for growth, peace, and joy, but none of it could come through because I was holding on to something—and someone—that wasn’t meant for me.
Leaving wasn’t easy. It never is. But it was necessary. And once I let go, everything started to shift.
In this week’s episode of Transformation Passport (Episode 36), I talk about all these defining moments—leaving my career in medicine, meeting my mentor Elena George, traveling to Africa alone, and yes, making the decision to leave a relationship that was holding me back.
Here’s what I want you to take away from this: growth requires letting go of the things that no longer serve you. Whether it’s a career, a relationship, a mindset, or even a fear, the moment you decide you’re worthy of more is the moment you create space for better to come into your life.
This is also why I started Thuto Labs. I wanted to create a community where learning and growth go hand in hand. A space where you can not only build your skills but also build your confidence to step into the life you deserve.
Enrollment is opening soon for 2025, and I have some very exciting courses for you. I’d love for you to join us.
You can join the waitlist at ThutoLabs.com.
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Let this be the year you say yes to growth, wellness, and the life you deserve.
Thank you for being here, for letting me share my story. Cheers to your transformation!
Your big (or lil) sis,
Tiff
You can listen to Episode 36 on spotify or apple music.
