In this powerful conversation, Sue Bryce and Kemi Nekvapil discuss the power of asking and the impact it can have on our lives. They explore the vulnerability of writing and speaking, the fear and importance of setting boundaries, and the reasons why women often struggle to ask for what they need and want. Kemi shares her insights from her book 'Power' and emphasizes the belief that everyone is worthy of asking. The conversation concludes with a manifesto of asking, highlighting the various areas in life where we can practice asking for more, setting boundaries, and expressing our needs and desires. Kemi shares her experience of being fostered by white families and feeling the need to be a “good black girl” in order to be accepted. This fear of asking for help or support carried into her adult life, leading to feelings of overwhelm and isolation. Kemi emphasizes the importance of vulnerability and letting others in, as well as the power of asking for help. She also highlights the impact of not asking and taking ownership of our own actions and choices. Ultimately, Kemi encourages creating a world where women can show up unapologetically and empower others.
Topics
Why women often struggle to ask for what they truly want and how it impacts our lives
The fear of asking can stem from past experiences and the need to be accepted or approved of.
Kemi shares her personal experiences being a black child being fostered by white families and how this affected her life
Vulnerability is necessary for building connections and allowing others to support us.
How we can start asking for what we truly desire to make positive changes in our life
By not asking for help or support, we may unintentionally take away others' agency and prevent them from stepping into their own power.
Taking ownership of our actions and choices is essential for personal growth and creating positive change.
Asking for what we want and need opens doors and allows us to receive what is meant for us.
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