Embracing Your Authentic Self: A Radical Act
Daring to be unapologetically yourself, outspoken, and grounded in who you truly are is a radical act — especially as we get older and societal expectations seem to encourage us to fade quietly into the background. But let’s challenge that notion and take a walk on the wild side instead and let’s take up space, be a little too loud, and a little too outspoken and embrace every part of ourselves without apology.
I recently celebrated my 50th birthday. I didn’t opt for Botox, a red convertible, or skydiving. Instead, I reflected deeply on my journey and allowed this milestone to reignite a spark within me. I declared, “I’m just getting started — and I’m going to light that wild spark in as many women as possible along the way!”
The Unapologetic Chapter
This new chapter of my life is called: Unapologetic. I decided to embrace even more of myself — more vibrant, authentic, and wild. I refuse to temper my opinions or fit any mould. I’m becoming the pied piper of my own wild movement, tilting the world of leadership, and embracing every colourful, quirky, and outlandish part of myself. I dare you to do the same and reimagine everything — wild and audacious.
Rising from the Ashes
Just a decade earlier, I embarked on a deeply personal and professional revolution after chasing a path that nearly broke me. Burnout, anxiety, depression, and the heartbreaking losses of multiple pregnancies left me in pieces. Everything I had sacrificed so much for came crashing down.
As a senior executive, I had spent years in a corporate hamster wheel of my own making, losing myself along the way. My professional identity was perfectly polished but painfully restricted. I wore a mask, accepted the relentless grind, hardened up, and carried on. When I exited that life to focus on my health, I was a mess. I had to surrender and dive deep to see what was left of me after the job title, power suit, and corporate armour were stripped away. Who was this woman in the mirror? I had no idea. I was lost.
Rediscovering Joy and Purpose
In the slow process of healing, I began to remember the little things that brought me joy. My creativity returned, I noticed the beauty in nature again, learned to be still, and dreamt under the night sky about how life could be different. This wasn’t just a career pivot; it was a soulful uprising against the sanitized sameness of my old executive life.
I returned to karate, became a beekeeper, took up yoga, danced in somatic temples, journaled, and started speaking. I created safe spaces for women to talk openly about the emotions surrounding pregnancy loss. I felt alive and fulfilled, realizing my superpower was holding space. I became a certified life coach, a reiki practitioner, and began holding women’s circles every full and new moon.
5 Key Elements to Help Reclaim Yourself
1. Reconnect with the Cycles and Seasons
For years, I struggled with the rigid, linear approach to business. Aligning my activities with the moon’s cycles, the changing seasons, and my natural rhythms brought freedom and flow. Planning launches, projects, and downtime in harmony with these cycles allowed me to tap into a powerful, intuitive way of working.
2. Embrace Astrology and Human Design
Understanding my astrological chart and Human Design blueprint provided deep insights into my strengths, challenges, and unique ways of operating. This self-awareness was pivotal in making aligned decisions, setting boundaries, and leveraging my innate talents. It enhanced my productivity and overall well-being.
3. Embody Your Business, Brand, and Personality
Fully embodying my business, brand, and personality means showing up authentically and embracing my quirks. It transformed how I connect with clients and my audience. When people see me living my truth, it inspires others to do the same, creating powerful resonance and trust in my mentorship.
4. Leaning into Growth and Fear
“Growth is where the Fear is,” is one of my favourite quotes and my mantra I now live by. Each step into the unknown has fortified my resolve and expanded my capabilities. I’m dedicated to helping women break free from limiting beliefs, reclaim their voices, and embrace their power.
5. The Impact of Sharing My Journey
Sharing my transformation has connected me with others on a profound level, offering hope and a path forward. My story and my book Corporate Rewilding has become a catalyst for change within my network and business community. Being transparent about my journey has been rewarding, freeing me from fear and fulfilling my purpose.
Living Wild and Authentic
Embracing these elements allowed me to find my wild, woowoo, and wonderful self again, igniting a powerful transformation. Aligning my life and work with natural rhythms, my cycles, and my intuition set me on a purposeful path. This has reshaped how I live, work, and show up as a fully embodied woman, leading consciously as a mentor and possibility agent.
Why “Wild Executive” Is a Vibe and Why It Should Become Yours
Here’s the scoop on how unleashing your wild woman can turn your business and life from monochrome to full-spectrum fabulous:
Make the Shift to Wildly Authentic Leadership
- Corporate Persona vs. True Self:
Ditch the disguise. Real change began when I brought my whole self to work. Wearing my personality as boldly as my pink blazer signalled the birth of my true brand.
- Integrating Personal Passions
Integrate interests like astrology and human design into your work. Spiritual wellness enriched my professional insights and decision-making processes.
Make an Impact with Wild Authenticity in Corporate Culture
- Transforming Workplace Dynamics:
Authenticity changes everything. Transform meetings into collaborative think tanks where creativity flourishes. Adopt a wild executive mindset, and innovation will thrive.
Building a Wild Genuine Brand
- Embracing authenticity reshaped our brand identity, attracting clients and partners who valued genuine connections.
Why Embrace the Wild Executive Approach?
- Authenticity Attracts and is Magnetic:
Being yourself attracts people who appreciate your authenticity. Leaders who embrace their uniqueness give others permission to do the same.
- Creating a Wild Leadership Legacy:
Embodying your wild executive allows you to build a legacy that transcends typical business metrics. Inspire others to find their true paths and set new norms for leadership and success.
Stepping into Your Wild Zone
Stepping into your wild zone isn’t about abandoning professionalism — it’s about being yourself, fully and unapologetically. Redefine what being in business means and add colour, life, and rock ‘n’ roll to your work.
I made my journey a battle cry for alignment, empowering and inspiring women. It’s not just for the bold and fearless. It’s for anyone tired of fitting into boxes, feeling stuck, bored, burned out, or caged by a life they created but are too afraid to break away from.
If you’re reading this, maybe it’s time to start your revolution. Whether you’re 30, 50, or beyond, ask yourself what would happen if you brought more of who you are into what you do. Imagine the energy and joy of working like that.
Dare to be unapologetically yourself and watch as your world adjust and gets brighter. Sign your own permission slip to step away from the expected and re-wild your soul and womanhood.
Showing up authentically has radically transformed me, turning my personal story into my superpower. Now, I feel fully alive — made me a better leader, a more authentic human, and a whole lot happier.
It’s your turn now!
Are you ready to unleash your inner wild and transform your life and leadership?
Join me and start today by embracing your true self and stepping boldly into your power, share your story, connect with like-minded women, and let’s create a movement of unapologetic, wild executives.
Don’t wait — your wild, vibrant, and authentic self is waiting to be unleashed!
