15. Cracked Open: Leaving Toxic Systems and Finding Yourself with Michelle Moffitt
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In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with my guest, Michelle Moffitt, to have a profound conversation about breaking free from toxic systems and embracing authentic living. Michelle divulges her personal struggle of shedding the constraining layers imprinted by over two decades in a repressive church environment and the subsequent revelation of her true self. The episode covers her journey from a progressive childhood to a crisis of faith and identity, accentuating the severe challenges she faced, including experiencing abuse within the church and marriage.
Meet Michelle:
Michelle shakes up the status quo and debunks limiting beliefs for leaders. As a passionate advocate for personal empowerment, she inspires leaders to break free from societal norms and live life based on their own unique selves.
With a blend of wit and wisdom, she guides leaders on a journey of self-discovery, encouraging them to embrace authenticity, take bold risks, and claim the success and fulfillment they deserve. Equipped with science-based strategies, leaders learn to advocate for themselves, step into self-awareness, and unleash their full potential.
She delivers high-energy keynotes and workshops giving you tools to lead more effectively. Additionally, she coaches leaders in 1:1 sessions and through a group cohort.
In this episode we share:
- Michelle's journey of uncovering her true self and shedding protective coping mechanisms
- Difficult choices and dealing with trauma
- Understanding triggers for change and proactive life changes
- Experiencing cognitive dissonance and challenging belief systems
- Pressures to conform and the importance of self-reflection
Visit the Show Notes:
Books Mentioned:
- Something's Not Right: Decoding the Hidden Tactics of Abuse--And Freeing Yourself from Its Power by Wade Mullen
- Robert Kegan’s Five Stages of Adult Development
- The Emotionally Destructive Marriage: How to Find Your Voice and Reclaim Your Hope by Leslie Vernick
- On Our Best Behavior: The Seven Deadly Sins and the Price Women Pay to Be Good by Elise Loehnen
Connect with Michelle:
- Instagram - @MichelleMoffittCoach
- Linked in - Michelle Moffitt MA LMHC
- Website - michellemoffitt.com
- Book - Cracked Open
Connect with Sarah:
- Follow on Instagram - @livestoked_leadstoked (business) & @sea2mountains (personal)
- LinkedIn - sarahbettman
- Website - www.sarahbettman.com & www.livestoked.com
- Follow on Facebook - CoachBettman
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