# Five Things I Don't Worry About Anymore

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Podcast: [Lay Low Pod](https://stenobird.com/podcast/lay-low-pod-7859524)
Published: 2026-06-23T11:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

One of the best parts about getting older is realizing how many things simply don't deserve your energy. In this solo episode, Erin reflects on the expectations, pressure, perfectionism, and people-pleasing that shaped so much of her early adult life—and the freedom she's found in letting those things go. From trying to be the perfect mom and wife, to worrying about what everyone else was doing, to feeling like she needed all the answers before taking the next step, Erin shares five things she no longer spends time worrying about and why releasing them has brought more peace, confidence, and alignment into her life. In this episode: • Why perfectionism stole joy from some of Erin's early motherhood years • The surprising freedom that comes from not worrying about what other people are doing • Letting go of timelines and creating a life that works for you • Learning to trust yourself even when you don't have all the answers • Why being understood by everyone is an impossible goal • How releasing judgment creates more room for love and connection • The difference between proving yourself and being yourself If you've ever felt pressure to have it all figured out, keep everyone happy, or live life according to someone else's expectations, this episode is your reminder that peace often comes from letting go—not holding on tighter. Submit listener questions or share your story as a possible pod guest at www.laylowpod.com Thanks for laying low with me. ❤️

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