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Reflections on a Year of Unhiding

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…

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Why Hiding Might Be Holding You (and Others) Back

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…

Single-handed NYC: Three Lessons I Learned from Doing a TEDx

I had the incredible opportunity to do a TEDx talk this month.  The theme for TEDxDupreePark was “Seeds of Greatness”; I shared my Idea Worth Spreading: When I Stopped Hiding, I Found Freedom.  But, even more, significant than my speaking opportunity, was what I gained personally from my experience that day. My 3 Lessons: 1)…