In this episode of If You Knew Better,Amber Grimes sits down with Raven B. Varona for an honest conversation about self-discovery, healing, and navigating the transition from your 20s into your 30s. Together, they reflect on embracing change and personal evolution [00:00], the lessons, regrets, and realizations that shape adulthood [02:56], and the importance of asking deeper questions about purpose and fulfillment [05:48]. The discussion explores relationships and expectations [09:06], finding your voice and trusting yourself [14:50], and how loss can become a catalyst for growth and transformation [18:05]. They also highlight the value of community [21:00] and the need to redefine success and self-worth beyond external validation [23:49].

The conversation expands into purpose, creativity, and the lifelong journey of becoming your most authentic self. Raven opens up about finding meaning amid chaos [31:32], evolving her sense of purpose through self-discovery [34:07], and recognizing patterns of co-dependency while learning to make decisions with confidence [38:19]. She also discusses the role of therapy and self-reflection [40:41], the power of play and creativity in adulthood [43:14], and the importance of managing inner dialogue and self-talk [51:51]. Through vulnerability and insight, this episode offers a powerful perspective on personal growth, emotional wellness, and creating a life that aligns with who you truly are. 

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In this episode of If You Knew Better, Amber Grimes sits down with Raven B. Varona for an honest conversation about self-discovery, healing, and navigating the transition from your 20s into your 30s. Together, they reflect on embracing change and personal evolution [00:00], the lessons, regrets, and realizations that shape adulthood [02:56], and the importance of asking deeper questions about purpose and fulfillment [05:48]. The discussion explores relationships and expectations [09:06], finding your voice and trusting yourself [14:50], and how loss can become a catalyst for growth and transformation [18:05]. They also highlight the value of community [21:00] and the need to redefine success and self-worth beyond external validation [23:49].
The conversation expands into purpose, creativity, and the lifelong journey of becoming your most authentic self. Raven opens up about finding meaning amid chaos [31:32], evolving her sense of purpose through self-discovery [34:07], and recognizing patterns of co-dependency while learning to make decisions with confidence [38:19]. She also discusses the role of therapy and self-reflection [40:41], the power of play and creativity in adulthood [43:14], and the importance of managing inner dialogue and self-talk [51:51]. Through vulnerability and insight, this episode offers a powerful perspective on personal growth, emotional wellness, and creating a life that aligns with who you truly are.&nbsp;
Follow Amber Grimes on Instagram:
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/ambergrimes">@ambergrimes</a>
Follow Ravie B:
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/ravieb/">@ravieb</a>
<a href="https://substack.com/@withambergrimes">Get Amber's Newsletter on Substack</a>
<a href="https://youtube.com/@iykbetter?si=WMEDSWNJOsxlRkD0">Watch This Episode on Youtube Thursday at 6pm ET&nbsp;</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/ambersbookclub/">Follow Amber's Book Club </a>
<a href="https://ambersbookclub.com/collections/hats">Get Amber's Book Club Merch&nbsp;</a>
<a href="https://a.co/d/01GreLFP">Read Amber's Favorite Books</a>

You can’t rewrite the past — but you can learn from it. Amber Grimes did exactly that, going from college dropout to Executive Vice President in the entertainment industry with no map, just mistakes and lessons that turned into power moves.

 

If You Knew Better is where Amber shares that wisdom — alongside artists, creatives, and culture-shifters who open up about the missteps they made, the mindsets that changed everything, and the game they wish they knew sooner.

 

Together, they unpack the highs, the lows, and the pivots in life, career, and relationships — so you either don’t have to go through it, or can move smarter when you do.

 

Every episode delivers real talk, hard-won insight, and practical gems to help you grow into the version of yourself that knows better… and does better.

You can&rsquo;t rewrite the past &mdash; but you can learn from it. Amber Grimes did exactly that, going from college dropout to Executive Vice President in the entertainment industry with no map, just mistakes and lessons that turned into power moves.
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If You Knew Better is where Amber shares that wisdom &mdash; alongside artists, creatives, and culture-shifters who open up about the missteps they made, the mindsets that changed everything, and the game they wish they knew sooner.
&nbsp;
Together, they unpack the highs, the lows, and the pivots in life, career, and relationships &mdash; so you either don&rsquo;t have to go through it, or can move smarter when you do.
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Every episode delivers real talk, hard-won insight, and practical gems to help you grow into the version of yourself that knows better&hellip; and does better.

If You Knew Better with Amber Grimes

Ravie B Knows Your 30's Are The Best Thing That Will Ever Happen To You

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