What if your ego isn’t the enemy but a signal pointing you toward deeper healing? In this Heal Squad All-Star episode, Laura Berman, Ryan Weiss (wakingupwithryan), and Dr. Shefali explore the hidden dynamics of ego and confidence. They break down how ego-driven fear, imposter syndrome, and self-doubt hold us back—and how tuning into intuition, humility, and self-awareness can set us free. From navigating vulnerability to redefining confidence, this episode offers all of the tips you need to help you stop playing small and start living authentically! HEALERS AND HEAL-LINERS: "The ego thrives on fear." The ego’s primary goal is to keep us “safe,” but it often does so by creating fear-based stories that hold us back. Recognizing when fear is ego-driven can help you make more empowered decisions. The power of the “full-body yes.” Laura Berman shares how to tune into your body’s intuitive signals, like a feeling of openness or calm, to guide decisions. This practice helps distinguish between fear-based reactions and genuine alignment. "Intuition lives in the heart, not the gut." While gut instincts can sometimes be fear-based, Dr. Shefali explains that the heart is where true intuition resides. Learning to differentiate between the two can help you navigate life with clarity and confidence. -- HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website: https://www.healsquad.com/ Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: Shop My Macy’s Storefront OUAI: https://theouai.com/ use promo code: HEALSQUAD for 15% off Nanit: https://www.nanit.com/ use promo code: DREAM20 for 20% off your first order Prenuvo: Prenuvo.com/MARIA for $300 off  Laura Berman Resources: https://www.instagram.com/drlauraberman/  Full episode: https://youtu.be/a5q6agUrGqk?si=2b9TP7vQyG33lO2J  Ryan Weiss Resources: https://www.instagram.com/wakingupwithryan/  Full episode: https://youtu.be/_aAlm6M3oEA?si=u6-tpjdq1lkPt7lK  Dr. Shefali Resources: https://www.instagram.com/doctorshefali/  Full episode: https://youtu.be/2u3d23VaMso?si=HHdnqD06zrs3onIh  ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content ( published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or Mariamenounos.com and healsquad.com ) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.