This isn't just MY story—it's OUR story.

As I sit down to write this, I can't help but feel a mix of nervousness and relief.

It's July 8th, 2024 - 10:39 PM, the night before my first LinkedIn Live event.

→ Am I scared? You bet I am—terrified, actually.

→ Am I going to chicken out? NO WAY.

→ Are you going to be there? I don't know.

→ Do I care? Oh yeah, and that scares the sh*t out of me.

This isn't my first public speaking event.

(I've actually done TEDx before, lol - my bragging brain couldn't help it)

Yet, thinking of an event with 15+ attendees is making me sick to my stomach...

Why?

What's the difference?

Because in the past, I have only talked about:

→ my titles

→ my awards

→ my achievements

→ my blah blah blah...

But this time...

It's about the REAL me.

It's about being VULNERABLE, sharing my burnout and recovery story, the loneliness of my immigration journey, and the pain that led me to find meaning and purpose in my new life.

This isn't just MY story—it's OUR story.

If you've ever felt alone, scared, or uncertain, know that you're NOT alone.

We’re in this together... 🫶🏻

It's OKAY to be VULNERABLE.

It's OKAY to be HUMAN.

Together, we can turn:

→ Our fears into power

→ Our pain into growth

→ and our stories into a source of connection and hope.

We are all amazing, and we’re all trying our best—and that's what truly matters. 🌱