13. Ida Achiume Shiaka on what leading inauthentically does to our mental health

This is my first expert interview and I’m joined by Ida Achiume Shiaka, a mental health consultant, coach and advocate, and the CEO of Mental Wealth. Many of us have experienced imposter syndrome, lack of confidence, and feeling the need to shape-shift in order to belong, succeed, and avoid rejection. But at what cost? Ida shares her personal story of struggling to fit in, her journey to finding herself again, and the impact of not being our authentic selves on our mental and physical health, and our emotional wellbeing.   Topics discussed: * Ida’s story of trying to fit in and the heavy cost she paid * Ida’s journey of returning to herself * The impact of not being yourself on your mental health and ability to perform * How to meet yourself and discover who you are and want to be * What changes for you when you live as YOU * How you can get support   Learn more about Ida, find Mental Wealth on Instagram @mental_wealth_with_ida or email her for coaching.   The experts series brings you leadership experts in different disciplines who can help you bring your fullest-self to the table in your leadership and your career. We cover topics related to personal mastery, professional performance and personal development with skilled professionals you can reach out to after the episode to get the support you need. -- **NEW** Announcing the launch of Lead Authentically – a leadership growth journey that will help you to courageously explore and accept who you are at your core and deliberately use your uniqueness as your competitive advantage and source of strength in your leadership. The first workshop, Discover What Gives You Meaning, is now available.  -- Book a free 1x1 coaching discovery call or reach out for speaking, leadership development or culture and talent consulting for your company Clarify what you want for your career and how you want to lead with the Discover What Gives You Meaning online workshop Accelerate your career advancement with the ⁠Get Promoted online course⁠ Find me on ⁠LinkedIn⁠ and ⁠Instagram⁠ Sign up to receive my leadership letter, get discounts and early access to events Sponsor an episode

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