Saying the Quiet Parts Out Loud
“I'm gonna step into this arena and start to say things and converse with people, and be okay with the outcome.”
Many elements of modern life encourage us to bifurcate and inhabit different versions of ourselves. This is especially evident in our online lives and on social media, but it also applies to how we show up in our careers and as entrepreneurs.
The self-censorship that results from this can be exhausting, not to mention psychologically harmful, especially in the long run. However, becoming a more fully embodied version of yourself, especially online, can seem terrifying, if not downright impossible.
We’ve been thinking about these challenges in how we show up for a long time, and in today’s episode, we reflect on our years of self-censorship and why we’ve finally decided to face our fears and find out what it feels like to say the quiet parts out loud.
Tune in as we discuss the many complicated motivations behind self-censorship, why speaking your truth can have a significant impact, and how we’re approaching the important work of showing up online as a fully embodied version of ourselves!
Here’s a sneak peek of what we discuss:
Reaching a point where you’re tired of complaining behind the scenes.
Being ready to come forward, share your ideas, and speak your truth.
Why we’re ready to show a different side to ourselves.
How the internet facilitates us bifurcating different parts of ourselves.
The harms that come with bifurcation and censoring yourself.
Being able to be a more holistic version of yourself and the benefits it brings.
Recognizing how each online platform rewards different skill sets.
The freedom that comes with using platforms that don’t prioritize visuals.
Why the best ideas for content come from conversation.
The role of discretion in business and how it can hold us back.
Unpacking the reasons behind our self-censorship.
The joy of figuring out what you believe through writing.
Our thoughts on showing up as a full person online.
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