Transcending Identity Nichole L. Lee

My amazing guest for today’s episode is Paul Johnson.
Paul Johnson is a status quo questioner, institutional barriers buster, aspiring ally who is passionate about developing white men into becoming more inclusive leaders. 
He holds a Master's in Leadership, is a Gallup-Certified CliftonStrengths Coach, a Qualified Administrator in the Intercultural Development Inventory, and a YWCA Racial Justice Facilitator.
Paul is also the co-host of The Modern White Man, a podcast that explores the roles white men can play in diversity, inclusion, equity and justice work.
During our time together, Paul shares:
What being an aspiring ally means to him His personal evolution from feeling guilt and shame to fostering self-love and self-acceptanceThe importance of racial identity awareness in the continuous journey toward effective allyshipThe complexities and intricacies of culture and racial identity as a white man engaged in DEIJ workThe critical role white men play in supporting the advancement of DEIJ work How to support marginalized communities without imposing and/or overstepping
I hope this episode inspires you to reflect on your own journey, recognize the power and importance of allyship, and your role in creating an inclusive and equitable world.
Connect with Paul:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulroderickjohnson/
Books Paul Recommends on Race & Social Justice:
My Grandmother's Hands by Resmaa MenakemWhy Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria by Beverly Daniel TatumHow to Be Anti-Racist by Ibram X. KendiWhite Fragility by Robin DiAngeloWe Will Not Cancel Us Adrienne Marie BrownSocial Change Now: A Guide for Reflection and Connection by Deepa Iyer
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Get ready for an incredible episode with my amazing guest Kwame Johnson.
Kwame's journey from being incarcerated his senior year of high school to his current role as President & CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters Metro Atlanta is a testament of faith, resilience and the transformative power of mentorship.
Kwame is not just an impactful leader and social entrepreneur; he's also the award-winning author of 'The Hope Inside: Harnessing the Power of Mentorship in Life and Career' and a sought-after public speaker and consultant for his expertise in fundraising, leadership, strategy, marketing, and program innovation.
He's also been honored with several prestigious awards for his service, including the Social Entrepreneur Program of the Year Award from the Manhattan Institute and the Most Admired CEO Award by the Atlanta Business Chronicle, Atlanta Business League Men of Influence Award and named among Atlanta’s Top 500 powerful leaders by Atlanta Magazine.
During our time together, Kwame shares:
His journey from incarceration to CEOThe powerful impact vulnerability and sharing our stories can have on ourselves and othersThe critical role of mentorship in instilling hope and driving positive changeThe importance of finding and following your passionHow to become your own superhero through self-empowermentStrategies for achieving success in leadership and business
I hope Kwame’s insights help you believe in your ability to overcome life's challenges, share your unique story, and choose to serve as a mentor in helping others reach new heights in their lives.
Connect with Kwame:
Website: https://kwamejohnsonsr.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kwamejohnsonsr
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwamejohnson/
Purchase Kwame's Book: The Hope Inside: Harnessing the Power of Mentorship in Life & Career
Become a Mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters of America: https://www.bbbs.org/
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I am thrilled to share this enriching episode with my amazing guest, Camille Leak.
Camille (she/her) is a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Practitioner & Educator, Somatic Practitioner, Trauma-Informed Learning & Development Facilitator, Truth Teller, and Storyteller.
Camille often says: “I'm not doing my job if I don't do two things: 1) tell you how DEI impacts your bottom line, e.g., how it makes you money, drives growth, or increases relevancy and 2) make you really uncomfortable; being uncomfortable is the only way you know you are doing DEI right.”
Via her practice, Real Talk & Brave Spaces, she provides group facilitation, workshops, and one-on-one coaching on a variety of DEI topics, cultivating spaces where individuals and groups can fearlessly confront the most uncomfortable elements of DEI.
Additionally, Camille is the Community Manager of Holistic Life Navigation, a company and community that serves to support people as they release stress and trauma by listening to their bodies.
During our time together, Camille shares:
Her personal journey into the DEI spaceThe importance of acknowledging and leaning into our differences, embracing discomfort and curiosity on our diversity and inclusion journeysThe role our personal experiences with marginalization and trauma can have in navigating DEI conversationsUnderstanding the differences between biases, privilege & discrimination in facilitating brave conversationsThe impact generational wisdom can have on our identities Exploring body awareness as part of an individual's healing journey
I hope the conversation with Camille inspires you to approach Diversity, Equity & Inclusion with an open heart and curious mind, finding new ways to make a positive impact in your life and the lives of others.
Connect with Camille:
Website: https://www.realtalkbravespaces.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camille.leak/?hl=en
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/camilleleak
Real Talk & Brave Spaces Group workshops & 1:1 sessions: https://www.realtalkbravespaces.com/my-services
Holistic Life Navigation 6- Week Course: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/course
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In this episode, I dive deep with my amazing guest, Susann Michaelis, who journeyed from the rigorous world of professional athletics to become an influential health scientist and leadership coach.
Originating from Germany, Susann chased her Olympic aspirations at a young age, making numerous sacrifices along the way. However, the intense pressures of elite sports engulfed her, causing her to lose sight of her true self and adopt others' perceptions of who she ought to be. This tumultuous period led Susan into grappling with two severe burnouts and an eating disorder.
Today, leveraging her background and experience in holistic & mental health, and process management—along with her relentless dedication to enacting positive change, Susann assists individuals around the world in unlocking their full potential by emphasizing holistic wellbeing and aiding them in rediscovering their authentic selves, their core values, and their power to shape their own reality. She also consults organizations in fostering healthy, values-based cultures.
During our time together, Susann shares:
Her path to becoming an elite athleteThe emergence of her experience with an eating disorder and burnoutHer transformative journey of self-discovery, healing, and personal growthTechniques she employs to help individuals and organizations unlock their full potentialThe importance of aligning with success rather than forcing itEmbracing the belief in endless possibilities for one's lifeHow to consistently choose yourself everyday
I hope Susann's story inspires you to recognize your inner strength align to your true self and your values to create a life you love!
Connect with Susann:
Website: https://conwince.de
Instagram: https://instagram.com/susann_michaelis_official?igshid=MjEwN2IyYWYwYw==
Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/susann-michaelis-m-sc-conwince-0a056b123/
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@MyShortcutstoSuccess
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This Podcast is for informational purposes only. None of the information provided by the host or guests should be interpreted as a substitute for medical or therapeutic advice or care. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified healthcare professional with any questions or concerns you have regarding your mental, emotional, and/or physical health.
By accessing this Podcast, you acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Nichole Lee Global, LLC (Nichole Lee), or used by Nichole Lee with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright laws. Except where otherwise documented, users of this Podcast may save, download and use the information contained in the Podcast for personal, non-commercial, and educational purposes. No other use, including reproduction, retransmission, or editing of this Podcast can be made without written consent from Nichole Lee. Requests can be made by contacting podcast@nicholelee.love.


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It's time to D.I.G. - Dive Into your Greatness - with my amazing guest, Thomas R. Williams, who shifted from a game-changer to a life changer.
Thomas was a college athlete at the University of Southern California (USC) where he obtained a degree in Sociology and won 2 National Championships and 3 Rose Bowls with his Trojan football teammates. 
He then made a dream a reality, being drafted into the NFL in 2008. In 2012, Thomas experienced a career-ending injury, hanging up his cleats, and making the transition from his passion into living in his purpose.
He now serves as a Professional Speaker, Advisor, NFL Player Engagement Ambassador, Philanthropist, Published Author, and devoted Husband and Father.
During our conversation Thomas shares: 
How a conversation with God and becoming a new father inspired him to write his 3rd book, DIG: Discover Your Depth, Determination, & Destiny Through AdversityHow adversities come to push us forward into our destinyHow he embodied, embraced and accepted that his football career was not his life but served as the passion to propel him into his purposeHow football and amazing coaches helped him prepare for being successful in life and as a father and husbandThe daily practices and tools he uses to ensure his self-care and family remain a priorityHow therapy helped him gain a deeper level of awareness and develop tools to check-in with himself Advice on how men can take better care of themselves mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually through intentionality and disciplineThe importance of finding the things that light you up and incorporating these things into your daily lifeCelebrating the “in-between destinations” along our life journey The four key lessons he wants readers to take away from the book 
I hope Thomas' story inspires you to dig deeper into your greatness!
Connect with Thomas
Website: http://thomasrwilliams.com/
Get in Touch: http://thomasrwilliams.com/contact/
Buy Thomas' latest book DIG on Amazon
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My amazing guest on this episode is Julia Taylor.
By the young age of seven, Julia had lost both of her parents, being adopted by her aunt and uncle with her two older brothers.
While dealing with the grief of losing her parents, Julia was also on a journey of discovering her own identity, values and beliefs.
One way she began to gain clarity on who she was and what she desired was through discovering handball. Julia’s been playing handball now for Team USA for over 13 years and played on the 2021 U.S. Women's National Team for North American and Caribbean Handball Confederation Women's Championships.
In addition to being an elite athlete, Julia also defines herself as an abolitionist, an anti-racist, and an intersectional feminist. With a Masters in Sociology and background in non-profit work, she also devotes her time to making a major positive social impact in the world. 
During our time together, Julia shares:
How she's navigated grief and tools she's used to support her healing How finding handball helped her form a deeper sense of identity and expanded her view of the amazing possibilities for her lifeHow she transformed negative self-perceptions into positive self-identity, motivation and driveWhat it means to her to serve as an anti-racist, abolitionist, and intersectional feminist
I hope listening to Julia’s episode inspires you to discover who you are courageously align to your passions and purpose.
Connect with Julia:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliartaylor/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliataylor11/
Connect with Nichole for support in rediscovering your identity and navigating life transitions:
Email: hello@nicholelee.love
One-on-One Programs: https://nicholelee.love/work-with-nichole/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamnicholelee/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamnicholelee/
This Podcast is for informational purposes only. None of the information provided by the host or guests should be interpreted as a substitute for medical or therapeutic advice or care. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified healthcare professional with any questions or concerns you have regarding your mental, emotional, and/or physical health.
By accessing this Podcast, you acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Nichole Lee Global, LLC (Nichole Lee), or used by Nichole Lee with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright laws. Except where otherwise documented, users of this Podcast may save, download and use the information contained in the Podcast for personal, non-commercial, and educational purposes. No other use, including reproduction, retransmission, or editing of this Podcast can be made without written consent from Nichole Lee. Requests can be made by contacting podcast@nicholelee.love.


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