Girl Out of Order Podcast

#91 - Finding True Belonging- Lessons from the Dominican Republic

Christine Gale

"True belonging doesn’t require us to change who we are; it requires us to be who we are." – Brené Brown
In this deeply personal episode of Girl Out of Order, I’m sharing the powerful lessons I learned about belonging during my recent trip to the Dominican Republic. From a young age, I’ve struggled to find my place in the world, feeling like a square peg in a round hole. Can you relate? Whether it was at the dinner table, in classrooms, or social groups, the feeling of not quite fitting in has been a lifelong challenge. But this journey to the Dominican Republic with my True Legacy Collective sisters opened my eyes—and my heart—to the true meaning of belonging in ways I never expected.

Join me as I take you through an unforgettable experience of service, self-discovery, and connection. I'll share how a moment in a beautiful labyrinth—surrounded by women who inspire me—helped break down my walls and finally allowed me to embrace the power of belonging. If you've ever struggled with feeling like you don't fit in or questioned where you truly belong, this episode is for you. Together, we’ll explore what it takes to create belonging in our own lives and how we can cultivate it for others.

Episode Highlights:

[4:40] – My lifelong struggle with belonging and why it still impacts me today.[7:02] – Eye-opening lessons from my trip to the Dominican Republic and how I prepared for the experience.
[10:01] – The moment I realized I was still holding back and questioning my place within my tribe.
[13:54] – Walking the labyrinth: releasing, manifesting, and the surprising shift that changed everything.
[20:15] – The powerful moment of surrender and the words that finally made me feel at home.
[27:03] – Lessons learned: How you can create belonging right where you are.[31:13] – Practical ways to cultivate a sense of belonging through vulnerability, community, and contribution.

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