Are you an immigrant woman leader who feels like you are holding yourself back from reaching your true potential? Do you feel you have to show up in a certain way to be taken seriously? Do you struggle to speak up in high-stake meetings wishing you have the confidence to influence like the white guy […]

The past 10 days had been CRAZY. I was in a 10-day retreat to do the inner work with myself. I wasn’t sure if I had what it takes since I slept through half of my very first one-day retreat before. I was nervous and excited. I wanted to come out as a changed person. […]

Growing up in Taiwan, especially as a girl, I was taught to be a “good” student and fit in by being quiet, avoiding conflicts, and keeping harmony. So I did.  I brought the learning into my adult life and my work. I learned to tolerate the less satisfying solutions or outcomes in the name of […]

“I know where my insecurity came from – my family.” “I never feel I am enough because of the constant comparison from my mom.” “I am a people pleaser. I learned to make my family happy growing up.” “I feel embarrassed when I can’t meet my parents’ expectations.” Sound familiar? Conversations like this come up […]

“What do you really want for your wedding?” my coach asked. “I want my family to be here!” I replied with tears coming down my face. It seems like such a small ask. Yet, it took me more than 30 years to discover how much I had suppressed my desires unconsciously.  Growing up, I learned […]