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Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1803197/open_sms] Episode Summary: This International Women's Day, hear from Sharon Brooks - the inaugural global Executive Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at INSEAD business school, twice serving in the senior leadership team at Yale Law School, as an Associate Dean and a Special Advisor to the first female Dean.  She earned a J.D. from Yale Law School and B.A. in History and Politics from New York University. In this episode, she dissects what DEI is (and what it isn't), mentorship, leadership and the best wisdom she received and wants to pass on to you.   Connect with Little Wisdom: * Share the episode with your friends and family! * Subscribe to the podcast for regular self-development tips! * Follow and connect on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/littlewisdompodcast/] or visit the youtube page [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChwSWsjy7kpUbYnBvkMEk-A] for more! Connect with Sharon Brooks:  *  Learn more about Enlighten Leadership on their website [https://enlighten-leadership.com/]  *  Follow and connect with Enlighten Leadership on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/sharon_enlightenleadership/] and on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharoncbrooks/]  Follow us on instagram at @littlewisdompodcast [https://www.instagram.com/littlewisdompodcast/]!

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1803197/open_sms] Show Notes Episode Summary: We explore assertiveness—a powerful way to communicate effectively, stand up for yourself, and express your thoughts and feelings with confidence and respect. If you struggle to speak your mind, set boundaries, or navigate conversations without feeling passive or aggressive, this episode is for you! Key Takeaways: What is Assertiveness? * Assertiveness is the balance between passivity (avoiding conflict, suppressing your needs) and aggression (expressing opinions forcefully at others' expense). * It allows you to express yourself confidently while respecting others’ rights and feelings. Why is Assertiveness Important? * Personal Relationships: Helps set healthy boundaries, improves communication, and prevents frustration from building up. * Workplace Success: Leads to better collaboration, productivity, and career growth. * Boosting Self-Esteem: Reinforces your self-worth by affirming that your thoughts and feelings matter. How to Be More Assertive: * Self-awareness – Understand your needs, values, and boundaries. * Active Listening – Show respect for others' perspectives and validate their feelings. * Use "I" Statements – Shift the focus to your feelings instead of sounding accusatory. * Confident Body Language – Maintain eye contact, use a strong tone, and stand tall. * Set and Enforce Boundaries – Clearly communicate your limits and stay consistent. Real-Life Examples: * Handling Interruptions: “I’d like to finish my thought before we move on. Thank you.” * Too Many Tasks at Work: “I feel disorganised when I receive too many tasks at once. Could you send them one at a time?” * Uncomfortable Conversations: “I don’t think I can continue this conversation right now. I’ll revisit it later once I’ve had some time.” Final Thoughts: Assertiveness is a skill you can develop over time. It helps you communicate more effectively, strengthen relationships, and enhance self-confidence. Start practicing today, and remember—get assertive, stay wise! Connect with Us: 🎧 Share the episode with your friends and family! 📩 Subscribe to the podcast for regular self-development tips! 💬 Follow us on @littlewisdompodcast [https://www.instagram.com/littlewisdompodcast/] on Instagram to stay connected! Or visit the youtube page [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChwSWsjy7kpUbYnBvkMEk-A] for more! Follow us on instagram at @littlewisdompodcast [https://www.instagram.com/littlewisdompodcast/]!

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1803197/open_sms] Are you afraid to be happy? Known as cherophobia, this condition can vary in degree from person to person and can hinder how you experience and embrace life. In the next episode, find out what the signs are, why we develop this, and what can be done to overcome this, and learn to be happy. Connect with Little Wisdom: Website: www.littlewisdompodcast.com [https://www.littlewisdompodcast.com/]Instagram: @littlewisdompodcast [https://www.instagram.com/littlewisdompodcast/]Facebook: @littlewisdompodcast [https://www.facebook.com/littlewisdompodcast] Follow us on instagram at @littlewisdompodcast [https://www.instagram.com/littlewisdompodcast/]!

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1803197/open_sms] Shalima Motial thought she’d let her dreams go, until the spark returned and she accepted that some dreams are not defined by age.  From casting fear and hesitation aside, becoming a female entrepreneur, to learning self-love amid her entrepreneurship journey and having 35 theatre productions, 14 short films, and a full length feature film under her name - she's proof that you can pick up your dreams right where you are.  Listen to her story and see what happens when serendipity meets hard work! Connect with Shalima Motial/DreamCatchers: Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/dreamcatchersvision [https://www.facebook.com/dreamcatchersvision] YouTube : https://youtube.com/@dreamcatchersvision?si=_wNbT0cePtaXWo36 [https://youtube.com/@dreamcatchersvision?si=_wNbT0cePtaXWo36] Instagram: @dream_catchers_vision [https://www.instagram.com/dream_catchers_vision/?hl=en] Website: www.dreamcatchersvision.com [http://www.dreamcatchersvision.com/] Connect with Little Wisdom: Website: www.littlewisdompodcast.com [https://www.littlewisdompodcast.com/]Instagram: @littlewisdompodcast [https://www.instagram.com/littlewisdompodcast/]Facebook: @littlewisdompodcast [https://www.facebook.com/littlewisdompodcast] Follow us on instagram at @littlewisdompodcast [https://www.instagram.com/littlewisdompodcast/]!

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1803197/open_sms] Why do some of us find it difficult to “talk about it?”  Find out as we speak to author, creator, speaker and a life coach, Zach Touchon, on healing childhood trauma, the challenges of vulnerability due to societal conditioning, and the transformative advice his mother gave him. Connect with Zach Touchon: Website: https://www.zachtouchon.com/ [https://www.zachtouchon.com/] Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@zachtouchon [https://www.youtube.com/@zachtouchon] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachtouchon/ [https://www.instagram.com/zachtouchon/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zachtouchon [https://www.facebook.com/zachtouchon]  Connect with Little Wisdom: Website: www.littlewisdompodcast.com [https://www.littlewisdompodcast.com/]Instagram: @littlewisdompodcast [https://www.instagram.com/littlewisdompodcast/]Facebook: @littlewisdompodcast [https://www.facebook.com/littlewisdompodcast] Follow us on instagram at @littlewisdompodcast [https://www.instagram.com/littlewisdompodcast/]!