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Jan 13, 2026 16 min

TIL 15/40 Scars as Credibility

from RISEUP: Voices From the Frontlines Hosted by Krista Phoenix Fee

🎙️ New Episode Announcement Every leader carries scars. Some are visible. Others are hidden deep within. In Episode 15, we explore the way personal scars shape leadership—not as liabilities, but as sources of wisdom, empathy, and resilience. Drawing from my own journey as the throwaway daughter of a victim of human trafficking, a survivor of childhood sexual abuse, and a victim of domestic violence, I’ll share how scars became the compass for my work and why acknowledging pain can amplify—not diminish—our ability to lead. We’ll also look at how scars shape collective movements. From communities rising after tragedy to organizations that rebuild after failure, scars are both reminders of wounds and markers of survival. When leaders choose to lead with their scars, they give permission for others to heal and rise as well. This episode is deeply personal, deeply human, and deeply necessary. If you’ve ever wondered whether your pain disqualifies you from leading, let this be your reminder: scars don’t silence us—they teach us how to speak. 🎧 Listen now on Spotify: Trauma-Informed Leadership Series 📅 Book a call with Krista to see how this program can transform your leadership or schedule your organization’s custom training series: https://calendly.com/riseupphoenix/compass

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