In this episode of Big Freaking Change, host Cara Moeller Poppitt engages in a heartfelt conversation with Amy Kemp, exploring the complexities of leadership, intuition, and the unique challenges women face in both personal and professional realms. They discuss the importance of recognizing one's own value, the impact of unpaid labor in motherhood, and the necessity of community support in navigating life's transitions. Amy shares her insights on how to cultivate courage and confidence while emphasizing the significance of trusting one's intuition. The conversation is a powerful reminder of the strength found in vulnerability and the importance of empowering the next generation to break free from societal expectations.
Amy’s Links:
Website: https://amykemp.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amykempinc/
Cara’s Links:
Website: https://carapoppitt.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carapoppitt/
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Amy Kemp and Her Journey
04:08 Navigating Major Life Transitions
06:42 The Impact of Intuition on Leadership
09:22 Understanding Thought Habits and Their Effects
12:26 The Role of Unpaid Labor in Women's Lives
13:45 The Disconnect Between Intuition and External Voices
17:13 Gender Equality and Societal Expectations
18:45 Modeling Empowerment for Future Generations
22:09 Embracing Free Range Parenting
24:56 Recognizing and Valuing Natural Genius
27:39 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Valuing Yourself
29:37 Courage and Confidence in Change
33:16 Wrapping Up & Final Advice
Takeaways:
Transitions are crucial moments for leaders.
Leaving a secure job can be a difficult yet necessary change.
Intuition is often overridden by societal expectations.
Women frequently carry the burden of unpaid labor.
Recognizing one's unique gifts is essential for personal growth.
Community support is vital in times of change.
Courage is about moving forward despite fear.
Self-doubt can hinder progress towards gender equality.
Empowering children to be independent is important.
Passion should be valued and not undervalued.
leadership, intuition, women empowerment, thought habits, unpaid labor, gender equality, personal growth, courage, confidence, community support
