Have you ever looked around at your life and wondered, “Wait a second—who wrote this script?” If so, buckle up, my friend. You’re about to meet a woman whose story will blow apart every outdated expectation you’ve been living under. Her name is Yvonne Trost, and by the time you finish reading, you’ll see just how powerful you can be when you break free from everyone else’s rules and finally choose yourself!
Rather Listen than Read?
Catch my full conversation with Yvonne inside Episode 381 of Grit, Grace, & Inspiration. Hear firsthand how she went from a small-town upbringing—complete with cows and cornfields—to rewriting her narrative, breaking free from stale expectations, and diving headfirst into the power of self-love, manifestation, and hypnotherapy!
Born into a Tiny Town, But Built for Bigger Things
“I literally lived on the edge of a village. Cornfields and cows were across the street!” Yvonne shared with a laugh. Growing up in such a small town meant limited exposure to culture, diversity, or any inkling that life could be bigger than a handful of narrow choices.
And while you might picture that as idyllic, Yvonne felt caged. Small-town living may feel cozy, but it often comes with even smaller mindsets—like suffocating expectations to fit in, blend in, or just stick to the plan. For Yvonne, that meant achieving the “right” grades, earning that “secure” business degree, and playing by everyone else’s rules. She says:
“You only know what you know, and it becomes normalized. It wasn't until I got out into the bigger world that I realized: Wait, there's so much more.”
Checking All the Boxes… and Feeling Miserable
Fast forward a few years: Yvonne was climbing the corporate ladder, racking up promotions, and—on paper—living the dream. Marriage, check. Kids, check. Steady paycheck, check. But behind the scenes, her marriage was unraveling in a storm of anger, name-calling, and fear. It took a jarring confrontation and her child asking, “Mommy, can you get me a new daddy?” for her to realize, I’m done living on autopilot.
“A friend dragged me to a hot yoga class. I hated the idea at first—no adrenaline, no endorphins. But it was the first time in my life I truly connected back to myself.”
That first yoga class? It opened the door to meditation, mind-body awareness, and the radical idea that maybe—just maybe—you don’t have to keep living a storyline someone else wrote.
From a “Safe” Life to a Soulful Life
After leaving her turbulent marriage, Yvonne dove deeper into spiritual and personal growth. She discovered that your subconscious (the hidden part of your mind that acts on autopilot) can actually be reprogrammed to kick out limiting beliefs.
Enter: The “Subconscious Safari Guide”
Sound wild? It is—in the best way. Yvonne describes hypnotherapy as a guided journey into your own mind, shining a light on the old fears and false narratives that keep you stuck. Far from feeling out of control, she says it’s like finally getting the user manual for your own life.
“We all come with this insane amount of power, but no one teaches us how to use it. That’s what hypnotherapy does: you tap into your subconscious to rewrite the stories that hold you back.”
Manifestation, Quantum Physics, and Choosing You
If you’ve ever heard the buzz about “manifesting your dream life” and rolled your eyes, Yvonne gets it. She was skeptical too—until she experienced the truth:
- Get Crazy Clear on what you actually want.
- Believe it’s possible—even if logic says otherwise.
- Act like you’re already that future version of yourself, because feelings + actions = unstoppable energy.
“You don’t get what you want; you get what you are. If you don’t love yourself unconditionally, you won’t attract someone who can either.”
From ditching toxic relationships to calling in her ideal partner, Yvonne learned firsthand that when you shift your inner world, your outer world follows. It’s not woo-woo; it’s a blend of self-awareness, neuroscience, and old-fashioned “speak it into being.”
3 Action Steps to Reclaim Your Narrative
Ready to stop living life by default? Here’s how to start:
Own the Script
Take 10 minutes to jot down all the “shoulds” in your life. (Example: I should stay at this job… I should keep the peace…) Then ask, “Whose should is this?” If it’s not yours, ditch it.
Get Curious & Let Yourself Feel
Try meditation, journaling, or a yoga class. Slow down enough to sense when something feels “off.” Like Yvonne says, your subconscious can’t talk in words—it speaks through gut feelings.
Experiment with New Tools
Research hypnotherapy, read a book on manifestation, or consult with a coach. If you’re tired of feeling stuck, maybe your mind needs a fresh software update. Hint: You’ll find resources galore in Episode 381.
Quotable Nuggets to Fuel Your Fire
- “It’s the meaning you give the experience that determines its impact.”
- “We’re more powerful than we realize; we just never got the ‘quick start’ guide for being human.”
- “You’re choosing to stay stuck. And the moment you realize that, you also realize: You can choose differently.”
The Bottom Line: Life’s Too Short to Stay Stuck
Yvonne’s story is proof that it’s never too late to reclaim your power. You can switch careers, walk away from toxic situations, rediscover your passion, or even pull a total 180 on what you thought was the only way to live.
And guess what? You don’t need anyone else’s permission to write a new chapter. If you’ve ever felt stuck living a story that isn’t yours, then this is your wake-up call.
Hungry for More?
Don’t miss Yvonne’s raw and riveting story—plus her mind-blowing tips on manifesting, quantum physics, and rewriting limiting beliefs. Tune in to Episode 381 of Grit, Grace, & Inspiration and experience the full power of choosing you.
Remember: You’re stronger than you think, braver than you believe, and infinitely more capable than you were taught to imagine. Now’s your chance to prove it—to yourself.
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