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Embarrassment. It’s one of those feelings we all know too well, right? It’s that pang in your gut when you realize you might not have it all figured out or when someone points out a flaw in something you said or did. But here’s the kicker – embarrassment isn’t just about feeling uncomfortable; it’s about the potential it holds.

You see, embarrassment has this sneaky way of keeping you stagnant. It whispers in your ear, telling you to hold onto your pride and righteousness, to defend your position tooth and nail. And while it’s natural to want to protect your ego, what if, by doing so, you are actually missing out on incredible opportunities for growth and learning?

When was the last time you received criticism or feedback that stung a bit too much? Maybe it hit a nerve because, deep down, you knew there was some truth to it. It’s in those moments of discomfort that you have a choice – to retreat into defensiveness or lean into growth.

Our differences – our unique journeys, perspectives, and experiences – shape how you perceive the world around you. But when you close yourself off to understanding these differences, you miss out on the chance to create truly inclusive environments where everyone feels heard and valued.

Think about those moments of criticism or feedback. What if, instead of seeing them as attacks on your character, you viewed them as opportunities for growth? What if you could find just 10% of truth in each piece of feedback – how would that empower you to become an even more powerful leader?

What would be possible if you got curious instead of furious? What if, by embracing growth and inclusivity, you could serve your clients, customers, and students in a way that’s not only powerful but also deeply meaningful?

Creating safe, inclusive environments does not have to be weird or scary.  Learning how to have conversations that don’t leave you or others feeling embarrassed or wrong is a real, learnable skill.  Imagine being able to not only communicate in a way that establishes you as an inclusive leader, colleague, or educator, but being able to attract a diverse array of clients and customers who want to be on your team and in community with you because of, well, YOU.

Here's the thing: it’s not as hard as you think it might be, and that’s why I’m committed to helping more leaders like you learn the skills necessary to serve more people. So, if this is something that interests you and you’d like to hear more about how to get insider access to a brand new, on-demand training before I launch it officially into the world, reply to this email by saying, I’m Interested, and I’ll share with you what it’s all about.

Looking forward to hearing your thoughts!