05.08.2019 - By Dominique D. Wilson | holisticyonicare.com
5 Reasons Why You Should Tell Your Story - 023 | Yes To You Podcast Do you have an inspiring story of overcoming adversity? In this episode, we’ll uncover learn 5 reasons what you should tell your story publicly along with the benefits of doing so. You’ll learn how personal storytelling can enhance your life on many levels, including: ►Increasing your self-awareness, confidence, character, empathy, and resilience ►Developing deeper, authentic relationships ►Healing yourself and others ►Discovering your purpose and what makes you unique Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | iHeartRadio | Google Play | Google Podcasts | Stitcher Radio Episode Outline ► [1:01] What to expect from this episode ► [1:47] 3 Changes to the Podcast ► [5:14] Overview of 5 Reasons You Should Tell Your Story ► [5:47] Reason #1: Find Your Voice ► [6:00] Storytime: Dominique’s first time telling her story publicly ► [9:39] How to develop courage, confidence, and character ► [9:53] Self-awareness: Do you really know who you are? ► [10:35] Discovering what makes you unique ► [11:21] Reason #2: Determine Your Core Values ► [11:48] How storytelling helps you to discover your values ► [12:44] For all of those times they said that you’re overreacting... ► [15:16] Reason #3: Broaden Your Perspective on Life ► [15:31] How to develop the kind of empathy that transforms lives ► [15:45] Trauma and the wounded healer ► [17:25] Adversity as a powerful teacher ► [17:47] How telling your story publicly helps you to uplevel your life ► [18:50] Reason #4: Healing ► [19:12] Healing yourself through vulnerability ► [19:46] Love vs. Fear ► [21:22] Reason #5: Discover Your Purpose ► [21:45] Your story is NOT your own, it’s bigger than you ► [23:44] Takeaways & Dominique’s charge to women listeners Resources Mentioned In This Episode Dr. John Demartini’s Value Determination Process Toastmasters