Ep 24 - I'm Not A Failure:  Faith Aisien-Ezugwu On Dyslexia & Developing Self-Compassion

In this episode, host Dr Connie Kerali interviews Faith Aisien-Ezugwu, author of the poetry and spoken word book 'I Am Here' and host of the 'Re: Series' podcast. Faith shares her journey from growing up in Nigeria and overcoming feelings of inadequacy and being labeled a 'failure' as a child, to her successful career in business and events management. She discusses her struggles with dyslexia, the emotional challenges she faced, and how therapy helped her find self-compassion and self-worth. Faith offers advice to listeners on believing in themselves, recognising their strengths, and seeking the support they need. She also reflects on the importance of discussing mental health issues and breaking cultural stigmas. The episode concludes with a powerful reading from her book, 'I Am Here'.01:23 Meet Faith Aisien-Ezugwu02:34 Chapter One Poem05:07 Childhood and Culture09:22 Dyslexia and Self Work12:59 Writing the Book15:30 Advice to Younger Self18:10 Mentoring and Hard Work20:29 Parenting and Breaking Silence24:09 Therapy and Self Compassion27:01 Remarkable Women Inspiration29:56 Final Reading and Wrap UpFAITH AISIEN-EZUGWUWebsite: FaithAisienEzugwu.comInstagram: @inkwellfaithPodcast: The Re: SeriesGET IN TOUCHJoin the community:@StoriesWithoutShame on InstagramSign up for the Stories Without Shame newsletter to join the movement.