In this episode, I’m joined by Kath Essing - speaker, coach, and author of The Courage to Speak Your Truth, for a conversation about voice, vulnerability, and the transformative power of storytelling.
Kath’s journey toward truth-telling began with a pivotal decision to confront her past and speak out. That moment became the foundation for her book and the catalyst for a framework that now helps others navigate their own stories with courage and clarity.
Together, we explore what it means to live in alignment with your truth, how silence can shape identity, and why speaking up, especially when it’s difficult, is an act of deep self-respect. Kath shares how her work empowers individuals and organizations to shift the narratives that keep them stuck and create cultures where authenticity is not just encouraged, but essential.
This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt the tension between who they are and what they’ve been told to be. It’s a reminder that healing begins with honesty, and that our stories, once spoken, can become powerful tools for change.
Let’s begin.
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