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Death to Luxury Brands: The Impact of Brand Labels on Self-Worth

May 27, 2025 Kate Manser

The Impact of Brand Labels on Self-Worth


This is a brief but potent exploration into aliveness, fulfillment, and the pitfalls of relying on external signals of self-worth. I assert that luxury labels are usually used as tools to prop up hollow self-worth while making others feel a sense of lack.

True aliveness & fulfillment come from an examined life. Let this powerful episode propel you to question the role of labels/brands, wealth signaling, and true value in your life.

What will matter to you when you're on your deathbed?

In this episode:

💠 Kate discusses the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic self-worth

👜 The effects of wearing ostentatious labels for yourself and others

🙋🏼‍♀️ A guide to questioning your use of brand labels

⚡️ How to lean on your inner light to convey your worth and wealth

00:00 Introduction to Aliveness

01:10 The Role of Labels in Our Lives

03:13 The Impact of Labels on Self-Worth

18:38 Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Self-Worth

25:46 A Call to Examine Your Life

27:45 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

👉Connect with Kate Manser on Instagram: ⁠  / thealivekat.  .

Visit Kate’s website

Get Kate’s free textspirations: Text ALIVE to 512-898-7850

Thank you for being alive with me!

Tags be alive, impact, self worth, aliveness, fulfillment, life, powerful, deathbed

To Hell with Societal Expectations with Marcia Drut-Davis

April 22, 2025 Kate Manser

Meet Marcia Drut-Davis—an icon in the childfree movement and a woman who has been boldly challenging traditional expectations for over 50 years. She made national headlines when she publicly declared she never wanted children on 60 Minutes in the 1970s.

If you've ever struggled to stand up for what you believe in, or wonder what happens to your life in the long run after you do...this episode is for you.

Marcia Drut-Davis is a groundbreaking advocate of the child-free lifestyle. In 1974, Marcia "accidentally" appeared on 60 Minutes and stood up for her controversial perspective...and it changed her life forever. Today, she is an inspiring figurehead not only for a child-free lifestyle, but for courageously owning your story -- even when people disagree with you.

Learn about the importance of making life choices that align with your values, breaking free from societal expectations, and living a legacy of joy and authenticity. Don't miss Marcia's captivating stories and actionable advice on living a vibrant and regret-free life!

🌻 Marcia's story of how she "accidentally" ended up on 60 Minutes 🌻 How that interview changed the course of her life 🌻 What it's like to be a pioneer and figurehead for a controversial viewpoint 🌻 How to release expectations and live a vibrant, meaningful life 🌻 The importance of making informed decisions in your life

Follow Marcia on Instagram:   / childfree_guru  


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Introduction to the Bold Life of Marcia 00:20 Marcia's Bold Claim on 60 Minutes 02:17 Discovering the Child-Free Lifestyle 03:11 The National Organization for Non-Parents 04:31 Facing Family and Societal Expectations 05:53 The Fallout from 60 Minutes 08:05 Life After the Bold Choice 11:06 Navigating Personal and Societal Pressures 13:55 Reflecting on Parenting and Societal Norms 25:59 Acknowledging a Pioneer's Impact 28:04 Legacy and the Meaning of Life 30:47 The Importance of Friendships 31:36 Top Five Regrets of the Dying 32:56 Living a Vibrant and Meaningful Life 34:48 Releasing Expectations and Embracing Diversity 36:57 Encouraging Children to Think Freely 42:27 Cultural Conditioning and Gender Roles 45:18 Honoring Parents and Personal Choices 48:44 Final Thoughts and Resources

👉Connect with Kate Manser on Instagram: ⁠  / thealivekat.  . Visit Kate’s website⁠ Get Kate’s free textspirations: Text ALIVE to 512-898-7850 Thank you for being alive with me!

Tags be alive, childfree, women, advocate, lifestyle, people, expectation

 

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