In this deeply reflective episode of Beauty in the Break, Foster and Cesar dive into the challenge of letting go of control and what it truly means to surrender. They explore personal stories of grappling with repetitive thought patterns, from childhood conditioning to parenthood and beyond. Cesar shares his current process of learning how to learn, breaking old patterns of fear and self-doubt, while Foster reflects on the lifelong lesson of surrendering to the unknown—especially through the lens of pregnancy, birth, and parenting. Together, they unpack the voices that shape our inner narratives and discuss how recognizing these voices can lead to greater self-awareness, healing, and grace. Whether you’re navigating relationships, personal growth, or parenting challenges, this episode offers a powerful reminder that true freedom comes from trusting the process.In this episode, we explore: Why control is an illusion and how it keeps us stuckThe unexpected power of Foster’s single ‘Yes’ How parenting can reveal our deepest control strugglesThe moment Cesar saw his inner childWhy life’s biggest lessons keep coming back until we fully embrace themWhy the ability to let go leads to a deeper sense of peace and freedomAlso mentioned:The Surrender Experiment by Michael A. SingerThe Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der KolkJeff Buckley’s album GraceConnect with us! We want to hear from you. Submit your Word of the Week via email or voice note to [email protected] and be sure to follow us on Instagram. If this episode spoke to you, you will love Episode 1: Breaking Open where we explore taking a leap of faith. You can also watch the episodes on YouTubeCesar Cardona:Attend his upcoming speaking engagementsListen to music from Cesar + The Clew on Apple Music and SpotifyReceive his monthly newsletter Insights That Matter Foster Wilson:Buy her poetry book Afternoon AbundanceLearn about her postpartum servicesReceive her monthly newsletter Foster’s Village Created & Hosted by: Cesar Cardona and Foster WilsonExecutive Producer: Glenn Milley Editor: Bessie FongSend us a text

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