Identity Shift: Becoming Your Best Self
Identity Shift: Becoming Your Best Self  
Podcast: Imperfect Love
Published On: Fri Aug 07 2026
Description: Are you living your best, most authentic life? When it comes to success, attractiveness, and other externalities, it's easy to get caught up in comparing yourself to other people. But when we judge who we are by others' appearances, achievements, or highlight reels, self-judgment intensifies and only makes things worse. Yet you can learn how to avoid judging yourself and your worth and, instead, tune into what's truly right for you. Today's guest, Alina Z, is a board-certified health and life coach, life stylist, and award-winning chef. As we journey through this episode, Alina will help you discover and grow the amazing self and life you've been craving.Topics discussed include self-love, self-identity, personal identity, soul, archetypes, achievement, creativity, inner knowing, soul, transformation, personal change, luxury, life styles, authentic self, self-care, self-growth, eating disorders, binge eating, healthy lifestyle, self-alignment, and wellness.Please note that this episode contains sensitive material; listener discretion is advised.Emergency Assistance Details: If you or someone you know needs immediate support, please call your emergency services. In the US, 24/7 help is available by calling "911," "988" (Suicide and Crisis Hotline), or SAMSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). As applicable, additional resources may be provided in the show notes.Non-Emergency Online Mental Health Information: https://www.nami.org/support-education/nami-helpline/and https://odphp.health.gov/myhealthfinder/healthy-living/mental-health-and-relationshipsIMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: No expert is offering medical or psychological direction or advice; the content is purely informational in nature. Please consult your physician or healthcare provider before undertaking any new regimen or procedure.Connect with Dr. Carla Manly:Website: https://www.drcarlamanly.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarlamanly/Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/drcarlamanly/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcarlamanlyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-marie-manly-8682362b/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_carlamanly_imperfect_loveTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_carla_manlyBooks by Dr. Carla Manly:Joy From Fear: Create the Life of Your Dreams by Making Fear Your Friend  Date Smart: Transform Your Relationships and Love Fearlessly Aging Joyfully: A Woman’s Guide to Optimal Health, Relationships, and Fulfillment for Her 50s and Beyond The Joy of Imperfect Love: The Art of Creating Healthy, Securely Attached Relationships Imperfect Love Relationship & Oracle Card Deck by Dr. Carla Manly:Etsy AmazonConnect with Alina Z:Website: https://www.alinaz.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifestylistalina/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LifeStylistAlinaYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/alinazshowLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alinazhukovskaya/Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://drcarlamanly.com/