Episode 58: Breaking free And Why I quit the boxes society put me in | Liz Love

In this deeply honest and inspiring episode, Dr. Kristian is joined by transformational coach, creative, and storyteller Liz Love. Together, they explore the evolving definition of Black excellence, the beauty of intentional living, and the radical act of softness. Liz opens up about her healing journey, the importance of community, and why rest, travel, and self-trust are essential parts of success. From redefining generational norms to dreaming of multi-family compounds, Liz invites listeners to embrace their truth without shame and live with courage, clarity, and compassion.

CALLOUT QUOTE
 “You don't need money to be successful. You need good people, good systems, and the courage to change your approach.”

Biggest Takeaways You Don’t Want to Miss:

Softness is strength—and embracing it is a form of resistance and revolution.
Black excellence should include wellness, rest, and self-preservation.
Healing is generational—and often begins with giving yourself permission to choose differently.
Travel can be a teacher—offering new ways to see success, family, and freedom.
Success isn't about capital, it's about alignment—with the right people, systems, and mindset.
Multi-generational living is a beautiful norm outside of the U.S. and worth reclaiming.

You don’t need to fix the idea—just the environment, the people, or the strategy.

Check Out These Highlights:

Liz shares how she had to unlearn perfectionism, release urgency, and embrace divine timing. [00:08:00]

The two discuss fear, imposter syndrome, and why softness can be so uncomfortable—and necessary. [00:16:00]

“You don’t need money to be successful—you need the right people and systems.” [00:33:20]

Liz and Dr. Kristian dream about building family and chosen-family compounds. [00:35:16]

MEMORABLE QUOTES

“I didn’t want fear to have the final say.”
“Softness is not weakness—it’s a return to self.”
“Our wellness doesn’t have to be performative. It can be personal, gentle, and real.”
“Sometimes it’s not the idea—it’s just the location, the approach, or the people around it.”
“We need us to verify what’s best for us.”