In this episode of Similarly Different, I’m talking about the bounce back effect—the powerful, messy, beautiful process of reinventing yourself after setbacks in career, self, and friendships. Bouncing back isn’t about returning to who you were before; it’s about coming back wiser, softer, smarter, and more aligned with who you’re becoming.
From my journey across industries—music, modeling, social media, consulting, podcasting—to navigating self-doubt, body image, and friendship breakups, I share why reinvention is not failure but an upgrade. We’ll talk about how to protect your energy, align your heart and brain, and give yourself permission to evolve as many times as you need.
💛 In this episode, we cover:

• Why setbacks are really upgrades and opportunities for growth
  
• Reinventing your career multiple times and finding joy along the way
  
• How to protect your energy and surround yourself with people who pour into you
  
• Aligning heart and brain for self-awareness and healthier decision-making
  
• Navigating friendship breakups, boundaries, and evolving relationships
  
• Why you’re allowed to reinvent yourself as many times as it takes
  

✨ Keywords: personal growth, bounce back, reinvent yourself, career reinvention, self-evolution, friendship breakups, protecting your energy, heart and brain alignment, mindset, overcoming fear
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This week I’m joined by my friend Nora—multihyphenate entrepreneur, co-founder of KeyTV with Keke Palmer, and now founder of CAZZA, a next-gen dry shampoo designed with textured hair in mind. We dive into the real dynamics of building with friends, why fear doesn’t get the final say, and what it looks like to be your own biggest fan when the world feels anxious. Nora reminds us that the story doesn’t stop—we’re so young, God already has a plan, and everything you’re building now is preparing you for the next thing.💛 In this episode:- CAZZA’s origin story: the need for dry shampoo for diverse hair, designed “inclusive by default”- Friendship × business: trust, boundaries, and respect when roles blur- “You can’t be a leader if you’re a follower” (Denzel wisdom that still applies)- How to post through anxiety—and why joy and productivity come in seasons- Mentorship, manifestation, and knowing when you’re really ready vs. when you just think you are- Why the perfect storm (think Netflix, Jimmy Choo) is timing × preparation, not luck🔔 Don’t forget:✔️ Subscribe for weekly episodes ✔️ Leave a rating & review (it helps more than you know!) ✔️ Drop a comment — I always read them✔️ Tag me in your stories @similarlydifferentpod — I’ll repost! 💬📲 Follow Nora: @noraradd📲 Follow CAZZA Dry Shampoo on Instagram for updates + launch info📝 Join the CAZZA Insiders waitlist 📲 Let’s stay connected:Instagram: @similarlydifferentpodTikTok: @similarlydifferentpodSubmit a 'Similarly Curious' question: https://www.youandmemedia.co/similarlycurious

This week, I am joined by my “almost-cohost” and forever fave Jamie Lee Ruiz for a raw, life-lately convo on transitions, turning 40, and choosing joy on purpose! We get honest about the difference between true misalignment vs. laziness, listening to intuition (without gaslighting yourself), and the courage it takes to let go without a safety net. Jamie also opens up about the friendships she’s released, how she’s practicing real-time boundaries, and what dating looks like entering a new decade!
💛 In this episode:
- What “misalignment” actually feels like (and how to tell it from resistance)
- The retreat that changed everything: 10 days, no talking, 10 hours of meditation/day
- Why Jamie canceled a beloved class the night before—and felt instant peace
- Trust & surrender when you don’t know the next step (rent still due!)
- The 40-Day Joy practice (small moments count) and how it raises your frequency
- Friendship endings with grace: accountability, people-pleasing, and speaking up sooner
- Dating in your 40s: clarity, standards, and saying “no” without drama
- Feminine flow × masculine container: holding all your expressions, safely
- Gratitude as a daily nervous-system reset (and why joy isn’t performative)
🔗 Listen next:
Feminine & Masculine Energy (our most-saved episode)
https://youtu.be/kEtH5d0xlaQ
Valentine’s Day: Icks, Loves & Self-Lovehttps://youtu.be/7XNne0zn_Lw
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