When most people think of the flight trauma response, they picture running away from danger. In the workplace, however, flight doesn’t look like sprinting out of the office—it shows up in more subtle, but equally disruptive, ways. How Flight Shows Up at Work For women leaders of color, this response…
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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…
Gut Check: Wisdom, Fear, or Trauma?
“Your body may respond first—but your resilient self gets to ask for clarification. In Gallup’s research on what followers need most from leaders, four qualities rise to the top: 🔹 Trust 🔹 Compassion 🔹 Stability 🔹 Hope These aren’t just things others need from us—they’re things we must cultivate within…
What Writing Resilience Tree Taught Me
“How long did it take you to write your book?” This is the question I hear the most about Resilience Tree: A Model for Women Leaders of Color and Those Who Support Them. It’s an honest question. And if you’ve ever had a big dream of your own—writing a book,…