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Show Notes:

• The parable of the little lips: Story about a conversation between a mother and daughter.
• Daughter mentions wanting to “zip her little lips” like another child said.
• Mother challenges the idea, affirming the daughter’s autonomy over her speech.
• Mother emphasizes the importance of speaking up for oneself and expressing needs.
• Mother reminds daughter of the impact her words have on others’ joy.
• Parable extends to anyone holding back their creative expression or self-expression.
• Encouragement to stop self-repression and embrace personal genius and creativity.
• Invitation to take action without seeking permission or worrying about outcomes.
• Advice to align actions with true desires and not participate in self-repression.