We grow up with voices around us—parents, friends, society—all telling us who we should be, what we should achieve, and how to live. But what happens when those expectations don’t match who we truly are? In this episode of Kadabiyu’s Journal, I explore the weight of other people’s expectations, the silent pressure it places on us, and how we can slowly reclaim our right to live authentically. If you’ve ever felt like you’re living someone else’s story instead of your own, this one’s for you."