Redefining Identity: Carolyn Swora on Courageous Transitions
Episode Overview
Carolyn shares her experience of transitioning from a career to becoming a caregiver and a widowed mom Reflections on identity and the intertwining of roles during challenging life transitions Challenging the belief that helping others was the only way to find value Embracing the courage and difficulty involved in transformative processes The significance of having a supportive community in navigating unexpected changes
The surprising surprise came from finding and embodying it by slowing down, by not having to be busy or helping everybody, by really sort of finding space to be with myself. That's been the biggest surprise.
Have you ever wondered how life's unexpected twists shape who you are? In this episode of 'Destination Unknown', Linda Rossetti sits down with Trauma-Informed Leadership Consultant Carolyn Swora to unpack the profound changes that come with life's upheavals. Carolyn shares her personal journey from a thriving career to becoming a caregiver and eventually a widowed mom, revealing how these roles intertwined with her identity for years.
She opens up about the courage it took to slow down and truly be with herself, challenging the belief that her value was solely in helping others. Carolyn's story is a testament to the transformative power of self-reflection and the importance of a supportive community. Together, Linda and Carolyn explore the messy yet rewarding process of embracing change and finding resilience in the face of uncertainty.
Whether you're navigating your own transitions or supporting someone else through theirs, this episode offers heartfelt insights and practical advice to help you move forward with courage and grace.