Dimple Dhabalia is a writer, podcaster, and leadership and story-healing coach who founded Roots in the Clouds. In this episode of I’m Human Too, Dimple shares her journey from working on asylum and refugee policies within the U.S. government to becoming an advocate for addressing occupational trauma. Her story highlights the toll of chronic stress and vicarious trauma and the importance of redefining leadership and self-care.
Dimple reflects on how two decades in humanitarian work exposed her to vicarious trauma, secondary traumatic stress, and moral injury—experiences often stigmatized in professional settings. She discusses how chronic exposure to trauma affected not just her mental health but her physical well-being, underscoring the connection between trauma and chronic illness. Through her work, Dimple emphasizes the need for organizations to take a human-centered approach that supports employees’ physical, mental, and emotional health.
Find out how Dimple’s personal healing journey, including time spent in India for Panchakarma, shaped her insights into sustainable leadership and wellness. Learn more about Dimple’s work through her podcasts, Service Without Sacrifice and What Would Ted Lasso Do, or visit Roots in the Clouds to explore her offerings.
