Be a voice.
(Not an echo.)

Episode 34: Making Your Mess Your Message
with Meghan Lucas

In this episode, Jennie Wolfe talks to Meghan Lucas, founder of Dear Strong Woman. Meghan shares her personal experience of going through a difficult period in her life, including the loss of her grandmother to stage four breast cancer. She turned to writing to process her emotions and eventually decided to share her writing with others. The act of sharing her mess, or the challenges she was facing, resulted in a powerful connection with people who could relate to her experiences.

Meghan discovered that vulnerability and authenticity created a deeper level of connection and made her a more credible coach and mentor. Even though everyone's stories may be different, sharing the details and being vulnerable allows others to see the human side of the storyteller and fosters empathy and compassion. It can be challenging to overcome the fear of judgment and share personal experiences. Meghan mentioned that releasing one's mess diminishes its power and reduces its shame but sharing one's mess creates a connection and inspires others by demonstrating what is possible and reminding them of their own strength.

They discuss the struggle with self-judgment, internal dialogue that holds people back from sharing their message, personal coping mechanisms, and the benefits of releasing emotions.

Overall, the conversation emphasized the importance of making one's mess into their message by sharing personal experiences and embracing vulnerability. By doing so, individuals can connect with others, inspire them, and find freedom in expressing their authentic selves and live their best lives!