Spoiler Alert: This newsletter discusses key scenes and character development from Wicked. Read on if you’re okay with spoilers! As Wicked: For Good lights up theaters and dominates the cultural conversation, I couldn’t help but revisit one of the most misunderstood characters of modern storytelling: Elphaba. While everyone is talking…
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Survival Check: The Fawn Trauma Response in the Workplace and How to Overcome It
I was sitting in a meeting, heart racing, rehearsing what I wanted to say. But instead of speaking up, I smiled, nodded, and stayed silent. Later, frustration welled up inside me. I knew my insight mattered. So why didn’t I speak? It wasn’t fear of public speaking or lack of…
Self-Talk: Is Your Inner Dialogue Leading or Limiting You?
“Speak to yourself like someone you are responsible for leading.” ~ adapted from Jordan Peterson Whose Voice Is It, Really? The voice within. You know it—the one that speaks up before you do. Sometimes it’s bold and affirming. Other times, it whispers doubts that echo louder than truth. And too…
Trust Begins With the Invitation: A Lesson About Branches
When I was first asked to lead a high-stakes project early in my career, I said yes immediately. The ask came from someone I respected — a senior leader with a big vision. But as the weeks went on, something felt… off. I realized later it wasn’t the work itself.…
Leadership Lessons from Dance – Non-Verbal Community
One of the reasons I like the Latin partnered dance community and the Bikram yoga community is that you don’t spend a lot of time verbally communicating. 😋 I don’t like small talk. 🤷🏾♀️ I don’t get energy from meeting people for the first time. I am weary of the…