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…
How do I know if I should unhide at work? This is a common question I hear. It touches on personal identity, workplace dynamics, and living more openly. Deciding to unhide parts of your identity at work can be challenging but also very rewarding. Based on insights from my speaking engagements and books, Singlehandedly and…
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…
Let me start by ‘unhiding.’ Confession: I love watching reality TV—it’s a simple pleasure. (Maybe you do, too.) It’s often a way to turn off my brain and relax for an hour (or two…), but recently, I had an “aha!” moment while binge-watching Netflix’s Love is Blind. For those unfamiliar, the show is a social…
