15. Cracked Open: Leaving Toxic Systems and Finding Yourself with Michelle Moffitt

Live Stoked, Lead Stoked

In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with my guest, Michelle Moffitt, to have a profound conversation about breaking free from toxic systems and embracing authentic living. Michelle divulges her personal struggle of shedding the constraining layers imprinted by over two decades in a repressive church environment and the subsequent revelation of her true self. The episode covers her journey from a progressive childhood to a crisis of faith and identity, accentuating the severe challenges she faced, including experiencing abuse within the church and marriage.

Meet Michelle:

Michelle shakes up the status quo and debunks limiting beliefs for leaders. As a passionate advocate for personal empowerment, she inspires leaders to break free from societal norms and live life based on their own unique selves.

With a blend of wit and wisdom, she guides leaders on a journey of self-discovery, encouraging them to embrace authenticity, take bold risks, and claim the success and fulfillment they deserve. Equipped with science-based strategies, leaders learn to advocate for themselves, step into self-awareness, and unleash their full potential.

She delivers high-energy keynotes and workshops giving you tools to lead more effectively. Additionally, she coaches leaders in 1:1 sessions and through a group cohort.

In this episode we share:

• Michelle's journey of uncovering her true self and shedding protective coping mechanisms
• Difficult choices and dealing with trauma
• Understanding triggers for change and proactive life changes
• Experiencing cognitive dissonance and challenging belief systems
• Pressures to conform and the importance of self-reflection

Visit the Show Notes:

• 15. Breaking Out of Toxic Systems with Michelle Moffitt

Books Mentioned:

• Something's Not Right: Decoding the Hidden Tactics of Abuse--And Freeing Yourself from Its Power by Wade Mullen
• Robert Kegan’s Five Stages of Adult Development
• The Emotionally Destructive Marriage: How to Find Your Voice and Reclaim Your Hope by Leslie Vernick
• On Our Best Behavior: The Seven Deadly Sins and the Price Women Pay to Be Good by Elise Loehnen

Connect with Michelle:

• Instagram - @MichelleMoffittCoach
• Linked in - Michelle Moffitt MA LMHC
• Website - michellemoffitt.com
• Book - Cracked Open

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Cover Art Photo by:

• Kim Thomson Steel

Podcast Production by:

• Allison Nitsch | Podcast Management