In this episode, I’m joined by the incredible Belle Christina — a beauty content creator who is leading powerful conversations around confidence, self-acceptance, and embracing your natural skin.This is a deeply personal one for me, because we’re diving into something I’ve struggled with for most of my life: a dependency on fake tan, and the insecurity that sat underneath it. What started as a habit in my teenage years became something that quietly controlled my confidence, my routines, and even how I showed up in relationships.Belle was actually a huge part of my journey in breaking free from this. I found her content years ago when I was first trying to quit… and in this conversation, we unpack both of our experiences — from where this insecurity began, to the moment everything shifted, to what it actually takes to let go of something that once felt like a “non-negotiable” for your confidence.This episode isn’t just about fake tan. It’s about any insecurity, habit, or identity you feel dependent on to feel good enough… and what becomes possible when you finally release it. If you’ve ever felt like you need something external to feel confident, beautiful, or worthy — this conversation is going to open your eyes in the best way.In this episode, you’ll learn:• How seemingly “small” insecurities can quietly control your confidence, decisions, and identity• Why your insecurities often aren’t actually yours — and how they’re shaped by your environment and conditioning• The moment Belle realised she could change her mind — and how that shifted everything• Practical ways to break free from habits you feel dependent on (without going cold turkey)• How to build real, grounded confidence by embracing your natural self — not masking it🎧 Tune in now! And if this episode resonates, send me a DM on Instagram — I’d love to hear your biggest takeaway.CONNECT WITH BELLE!IG: https://www.instagram.com/code2confidence/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bellexchristina MIMI SOCIAL MEDIACome say hi 👋 (or DM me your biggest takeaway) on Instagram HERE!