Feb 07 2024 42 mins
This is a POWERFUL conversation about unhiding. If you've ever felt the need to hide parts of yourself or your story, whether it's related to your family background, education, finances, relationship status, or anything else, then this episode is specifically for you.
Ruth Rathblott, an esteemed TEDx speaker, author, and former leader in the non-profit sector, bravely recounts her twenty-five-year journey of concealing her limb difference. Discover how she courageously embraced authenticity, fostering deeper personal empowerment and meaningful interpersonal bonds. Ruth's story is entirely unique and her message applies to every single one of us. Hiding often brings feelings of shame and isolation, yet it doesn't have to be this way. That's why this conversation is incredibly important. In the episode we dive into:
- Why we hide parts of ourselves and our story (shame and fear of judgment play a big role)
- The value of unhiding in small, safe spaces (you don't have to get on stage and tell your story to audience to unhide!)
- The four steps to unhiding, even if you've been hiding something for a long time and aren't sure how to stop
Connect with Ruth:
- Website
- TEDx talk, When I Stopped Hiding, I Found Freedom
- Ruth's book, Singlehandedly
Additional links:
- Learn more about hiring Heather as a speaker
- Heather's book, Grounded Wildness, on Amazon and her website
- Join Heather's email list and also get The Ultimate Guide To Saying No and Setting Boundaries At Work!