EPISODE · May 18, 2023 · 49 MIN
Vasavi Kumar “How To Redefine Our Labels”
from HEAL Her Podcast · host Makini Smith
In this episode, Vasavi shares how she has redefined labels for herself and how you can too! Vasavi Kumar is a Former TV host, Licensed Therapist, Voiceover Artist, and Creator of the Say It Out Loud Safe Haven, an online support community. She is also the author of Say It Out Loud. A first-generation Indian immigrant raised on Long Island, NY, Vasavi has relentlessly searched to find her voice, access the freedom of her creative spirit, and help others along the way…out loud. When diagnosed with bipolar disorder at 19, she made it her mission to understand how her mind works, starting with making room to hear herself think. Her mission is to share everything—the good, bad, and ugly—to teach a more mindful, practical, and simple way of running every aspect of your life. Through her Say It Out Loud podcast, keynote talks, group programs, social media, and weekly email newsletters, Vasavi has taught thousands of entrepreneurs, creatives, and artists from all walks of life how to work through any situation —by saying it out loud. She was on the Cover of Austin Woman magazine and featured on VH1, NBC, FOX, Good Day Austin, CW, Wall Street Journal, and much more! We discussed: Growing up in an all-white community as a person of colour Using humour to deflect in chaotic environments. Being the first co-host of Lisa Nichols year-long mastermind and having her write the foreword for her book Having her first book proposal rejected seven times by publishing agents Recovering from a cocaine addiction And much more. Stay connected with Vasavi online: Website Instagram Facebook Stay connected with us online: A Walk In My Stilettos Legacy Leavers Media Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube LinkedIn Books Subscribe to our newsletter if you love the value and free stuff! Send feedback/questions to [email protected] Submit guest suggestions HERE
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In this episode, Vasavi shares how she has redefined labels for herself and how you can too! Vasavi Kumar is a Former TV host, Licensed Therapist, Voiceover Artist, and Creator of the Say It Out Loud Safe Haven, an online support community. She is also the author of Say It Out Loud. A first-generation Indian immigrant raised on Long Island, NY, Vasavi has relentlessly searched to find her voice, access the freedom of her creative spirit, and help others along the way…out loud. When diagnosed with bipolar disorder at 19, she made it her mission to understand how her mind works, starting with making room to hear herself think. Her mission is to share everything—the good, bad, and ugly—to teach a more mindful, practical, and simple way of running every aspect of your life. Through her Say It Out Loud podcast, keynote talks, group programs, social media, and weekly email newsletters, Vasavi has taught thousands of entrepreneurs, creatives, and artists from all walks of life how to work through any situation —by saying it out loud. She was on the Cover of Austin Woman magazine and featured on VH1, NBC, FOX, Good Day Austin, CW, Wall Street Journal, and much more! We discussed: Growing up in an all-white community as a person of colour Using humour to deflect in chaotic environments. Being the first co-host of Lisa Nichols year-long mastermind and having her write the foreword for her book Having her first book proposal rejected seven times by publishing agents Recovering from a cocaine addiction And much more. Stay connected with Vasavi online: Website Instagram Facebook Stay connected with us online: A Walk In My Stilettos Legacy Leavers Media Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube LinkedIn Books Subscribe to our newsletter if you love the value and free stuff! Send feedback/questions to [email protected] Submit guest suggestions HERE
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