Authentic Communication as an Act of Rebellion

In this episode, herdacious host Lorelei chats with Jace Downey to discuss how authentic communication improves our quality of life. Jace breaks down the true meaning of authenticity, loving ourselves at our best AND our worst, and how radical acceptance allows us to communicate as our truest selves. While digging into our self-worth might be a daunting task, Jace teaches us all that our shovels are bound to hit gold and reveal a crown. Let’s pick it up and be the authentic queens we were born to be!

Host: Lorelei Gonzalez
Co-host: Jace Downey

Jace is a speaker, writer, and self-proclaimed troublemaker known for being an insightful, engaging speaker who captivates audiences with her passion for empowering others. She began public speaking in 2015 and has since been featured on screen, online, and in print across the globe as a pioneer in battling stigma surrounding addiction and trauma. Shifting away from the way people perceive adversity, Jace empowers others to use their pasts to build their futures through her writing, YouTube videos, and one-on-one sessions. 

Things you will learn in this episode (chapter markers available):  

• Authentic communication 1:30 
• The difficulties 5:55
• Women and esteem 7:30
• Beginning your heroines journey 9:50
• What’s in it for you? 13:50
• Action steps 18:20
• Femme fact: Kara Walker 27:00

Resources mentioned in this episode:  

• Meditation for Dummies by Stephan Bodian (book) 
• Divine Audacity by Lina Martella-Whitsett (book)
• Jace Downey (website for free resources)
• How Kara Walker Boldy Rewrote Civil War History (article)

Link to show transcript here.

Episode sponsors:  

• HERdacity   
• Moonray 

Looking for additional resources on this topic? Check out our webinar "How to Quiet Your Inner Critic" by Amanda McPherson. 

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