When I started this newsletter, I wasn’t sure I could commit to writing it every month. But the stories, feedback, and insights you’ve shared with me have kept me going—and I’m so glad I did. In case you missed an edition, you can catch up on all previous issues here. Together, we’ve explored what it…
Not everyone is going to get you—and that’s okay. During a recent speaking event, I realized that not everyone is ready to unhide. Some may not see its importance, and others aren’t ready to face the parts of themselves they’ve been hiding. But here’s the truth: hiding and unhiding are part of a continuum. Some…
Sometimes, it’s in the stillness that we see how far we’ve come — especially on our journey of unhiding. How often do you take the time to pause and reflect on your progress? In a previous UNHIDING issue (April 2024), I discussed the power of the pause — how taking a moment between the steps…
Have you ever felt that nervous, exhausting pressure to keep a part of yourself hidden? Most of us have. And yet, there’s something powerful when people share those personal stories and challenges. When they open up about their struggles, it allows us to feel less alone and permits us to acknowledge our own. Celebrities have…
It may seem silly, but this past weekend, I decided to try something new—I went down a water slide for the first time ever. As I zipped down and plunged into the pool, I felt a rush of freedom and joy. It wasn’t just the ride that brought exhilaration; it was the liberating feeling of…
Leadership is key to making workplaces more inclusive and dynamic. In this issue, we’re focusing on how critical it is for leaders to promote a culture of openness by modeling it themselves. This ‘unhiding’ is not just good for building trust and boosting team spirit; it’s good for business. “What’s the culture like here?” I…
