Learning to be vulnerable with Maneequa Johnson

Learning to be vulnerable with Maneequa Johnson

In this episode, Maneequa Johnson — retired school teacher, mother of five, and writer — shares her powerful journey of learning to be vulnerable and rebuilding her self-esteem during a season of intense stress and health challenges.

After years in education, Maneequa found herself navigating burnout, writer’s block, and strained relationships.

Through discovering The Self-Esteem School on Instagram, she began a self-esteem journey that helped her manage stress, reconnect with herself, and create healthier emotional patterns in her daily life.

Maneequa shares how treating yourself like a best friend, allowing space for both positive and negative emotions, and practicing vulnerability can change the way you show up — not only for yourself, but for the people you love.

This conversation is an encouraging reminder that growth doesn’t require perfection — just willingness.


Listen now, and when you’re ready to reset Authentic Confidence, start here.