<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode, Rachel Brooks is joined by entrepreneur and mentor Dr. Traci Lynn for a grounded conversation about what it takes to keep going when growth feels slow. They talk about the lessons that come from starting small, rebuilding after setbacks, and staying disciplined when results aren’t showing up yet. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Together they explore the “middle” of the journey—the place where doubt grows louder, confidence dips, and your vision is tested. Through stories of early failures, proof-of-concept, changing environments, and the long stretch between effort and momentum, Rachel and Traci discuss what it means to grow into the woman who can sustain the success she’s building toward. This episode is for the woman who’s been consistent without seeing progress and needs a reminder that slow growth is still growth.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Timestamps:&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;00:00 — Why the middle feels like the hardest part &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;01:00 — Starting with $200 and early lessons &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;03:00 — Misunderstandings about the process &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;05:00 — What proof of concept looks like &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;07:00 — Early influences that shaped identity &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;09:00 — When consistency works before results appear &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;11:00 — Choosing sustainability over shortcuts &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;14:00 — Encouragement that came at the quitting point &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;17:00 — Why women need support and accountability &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;20:00 — Physical strength and internal resilience &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;25:00 — The real cost of growth &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;31:00 — Knowing when you’ve outgrown your environment &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;35:00 — Building a life that is sustainable &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;41:00 — Encouragement for the woman in the middle&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Key Takeaways:&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;• Slow growth is still growth. • Your environment shapes your identity and results. • Consistency builds confidence long before momentum. • Proof of concept matters more than passion alone. • Growth requires becoming the woman who can sustain what you’re asking for.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Quotes:&lt;/strong&gt; “Before anyone else believes in you, you have to decide that you believe in yourself.” &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;“If you stay through the middle, you’ll reach the momentum you’ve been working for.” &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;“Life will meet you at the level you’re willing to commit to.”&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Resources:&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;I Am Enough Reset&lt;/strong&gt; — &lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://iamrachelbrooks.com/reset"&gt;https://iamrachelbrooks.com/reset&lt;/a&gt; For the days when you feel stuck or overwhelmed, this 10-minute reset helps you pause, breathe, and reconnect with yourself so you can move forward with clarity.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Chasing Perfection (Book)&lt;/strong&gt; — &lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://iamrachelbrooks.com/chasingperfection"&gt;https://iamrachelbrooks.com/chasingperfection&lt;/a&gt; If pressure, comparison, or constant striving are keeping you exhausted, this book helps you break those patterns and rebuild from a healthier place.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;I Am… Becoming&lt;/strong&gt; — &lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://iamrachelbrooks.com/iam-becoming"&gt;https://iamrachelbrooks.com/iam-becoming&lt;/a&gt; If you’re navigating change or gaining clarity on who you’re becoming, this guided devotional helps you process, reflect, and track your growth.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Connect with Dr. Traci Lynn:&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: &lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://instagram.com/drtracilynn"&gt;https://instagram.com/drtracilynn&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;YouTube: &lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://youtube.com/@drtracilynn"&gt;https://youtube.com/@drtracilynn&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Website: &lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.tracilynn.com"&gt;https://www.tracilynn.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Stay Connected with Rachel Brooks:&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: @iamrachelbrooks &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Website: &lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://iamrachelbrooks.com"&gt;iamrachelbrooks.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

The Confident Woman Podcast

Rachel Brooks

How to Trust the Process When Growth Feels Slow with Dr. Traci Lynn

NOV 26, 202543 MIN
The Confident Woman Podcast

How to Trust the Process When Growth Feels Slow with Dr. Traci Lynn

NOV 26, 202543 MIN

Description

<p>In this episode, Rachel Brooks is joined by entrepreneur and mentor Dr. Traci Lynn for a grounded conversation about what it takes to keep going when growth feels slow. They talk about the lessons that come from starting small, rebuilding after setbacks, and staying disciplined when results aren’t showing up yet. </p><p>Together they explore the “middle” of the journey—the place where doubt grows louder, confidence dips, and your vision is tested. Through stories of early failures, proof-of-concept, changing environments, and the long stretch between effort and momentum, Rachel and Traci discuss what it means to grow into the woman who can sustain the success she’s building toward. This episode is for the woman who’s been consistent without seeing progress and needs a reminder that slow growth is still growth.</p><p><strong>Timestamps:</strong> </p><p>00:00 — Why the middle feels like the hardest part </p><p>01:00 — Starting with $200 and early lessons </p><p>03:00 — Misunderstandings about the process </p><p>05:00 — What proof of concept looks like </p><p>07:00 — Early influences that shaped identity </p><p>09:00 — When consistency works before results appear </p><p>11:00 — Choosing sustainability over shortcuts </p><p>14:00 — Encouragement that came at the quitting point </p><p>17:00 — Why women need support and accountability </p><p>20:00 — Physical strength and internal resilience </p><p>25:00 — The real cost of growth </p><p>31:00 — Knowing when you’ve outgrown your environment </p><p>35:00 — Building a life that is sustainable </p><p>41:00 — Encouragement for the woman in the middle</p><p><strong>Key Takeaways:</strong> </p><p>• Slow growth is still growth. • Your environment shapes your identity and results. • Consistency builds confidence long before momentum. • Proof of concept matters more than passion alone. • Growth requires becoming the woman who can sustain what you’re asking for.</p><p><strong>Quotes:</strong> “Before anyone else believes in you, you have to decide that you believe in yourself.” </p><p>“If you stay through the middle, you’ll reach the momentum you’ve been working for.” </p><p>“Life will meet you at the level you’re willing to commit to.”</p><p><strong>Resources:</strong> </p><p><strong>I Am Enough Reset</strong> — <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://iamrachelbrooks.com/reset">https://iamrachelbrooks.com/reset</a> For the days when you feel stuck or overwhelmed, this 10-minute reset helps you pause, breathe, and reconnect with yourself so you can move forward with clarity.</p><p><strong>Chasing Perfection (Book)</strong> — <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://iamrachelbrooks.com/chasingperfection">https://iamrachelbrooks.com/chasingperfection</a> If pressure, comparison, or constant striving are keeping you exhausted, this book helps you break those patterns and rebuild from a healthier place.</p><p><strong>I Am… Becoming</strong> — <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://iamrachelbrooks.com/iam-becoming">https://iamrachelbrooks.com/iam-becoming</a> If you’re navigating change or gaining clarity on who you’re becoming, this guided devotional helps you process, reflect, and track your growth.</p><p><strong>Connect with Dr. Traci Lynn:</strong> </p><p>Instagram: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://instagram.com/drtracilynn">https://instagram.com/drtracilynn</a> </p><p>YouTube: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://youtube.com/@drtracilynn">https://youtube.com/@drtracilynn</a> </p><p>Website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.tracilynn.com">https://www.tracilynn.com</a></p><p><strong>Stay Connected with Rachel Brooks:</strong> </p><p>Instagram: @iamrachelbrooks </p><p>Website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://iamrachelbrooks.com">iamrachelbrooks.com</a></p>