Don’t F*kn Shrink
You know that voice in your head that whispers “play it safe, stay small, don’t rock the boat”?
Yeah… we’re not listening to that here.
Welcome to Don’t F*kn Shrink, the podcast for high achievers, entrepreneurs, and leaders who are ready to stop holding back, build unshakable confidence, and show up fully in their lives.
I’m Daffney Allwein, performance coach, athlete, and unapologetic believer that you were never meant to shrink yourself to fit. For nearly two decades, I’ve helped elite performers, from pro athletes to top-level executives, rebuild their bodies, strengthen their mindset, and rise higher than they thought possible.
On this show, you’ll get:
- Unfiltered conversations with people who’ve faced setbacks, reinvented themselves, and refused to quit
- Mindset strategies to push past fear, self-doubt, and perfectionism
- Performance habits that fuel success without burnout
- Real talk on leadership, resilience, and personal growth, the kind nobody puts in their highlight reel
This isn’t fluff. This isn’t fake inspiration. This is the place to get tools, truth, and a powerful reminder that you were made to take up space.
So if you’re ready to stop shrinking, break through your limits, and create a life that feels as good on the inside as it looks on the outside… hit that follow button.
Because the journey starts now.
Don’t F*kn Shrink
Stop Settling: Kari Hurd on Authenticity, Dating, and Living Boldly
How often do you say, “I’m fine” when you’re anything but? In this powerful episode of Don’t Fk*n Shrink, host Daffney Allwein sits down with podcaster and speaker Kari Hurd to unpack what it really means to live authentically and why “fine” just isn’t enough.
Kari shares her candid story of becoming a single mom, navigating heartbreak, dismantling her old life, and building a new one rooted in authenticity and family. She opens up about dating after 50 (yes, the infamous fish selfies make an appearance) and the values that guide her through life’s challenges.
✨ What you’ll hear in this episode:
- Why authenticity is non-negotiable in midlife
- How to stop settling and choose yourself first
- The funny and frustrating truths about dating apps
- Practical exercises for clarifying your values
- Why the right partner should fit your life, not shrink it
This episode is equal parts raw, real, and hilarious. It’s for every woman who’s ready to stop shrinking, reclaim her power, and live boldly.
Take the Challenge for yourself. 14:00
Circle the 10 Values that resonate most with you.
Then choose your 2 "Beacon Values" from that Values List of 10.
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