The Radical Power of Women's Truth-Telling: The Sword of Truth

Send us a textTruth-telling is radical, liberating, and often silenced, especially for women who navigate a world that has historically taught them to swallow their words and shrink their truths. We dive into why speaking your truth is both revolutionary and healing, even when it means shattering comfortable illusions.• Karen shares her 10-year journey of confronting the limiting belief that she was "unlovable"• Lucy reflects on being told she was "too much" and learning to suppress her voice on taboo topics• The shame women carry around sexual assault and the liberation that comes from breaking silence• How truth creates intimacy in relationships by allowing us to be fully seen• The generational healing that happens when we speak honestly about women's experiences• Breaking taboos around menstruation, sexual assault, and perimenopause• The difference between feedback given from ego versus feedback given with kindness• Our bodies always know the truth, even when our minds create protective liesFind us on Instagram at Say it, sister podcasters and at wise women lead, and let's keep the conversation going, because your voice matters here.

Send us a textAfter nine months of powerful conversations that have reached listeners in 85% of Europe and across six continents, Lucy and Karen are taking a well-deserved summer break. In this reflective season finale, they celebrate the unexpected journey of Say It Sister and the global community they've built from Vancouver to Kuala Lumpur.What started as friends having courageous conversations has evolved into a platform where both hosts and listeners process world events together. The hosts share how the podcast became their sanctuary during tumultuous times, allowing them to approach difficult topics with compassion and curiosity. Lucy reveals her evolution from considering herself apolitical to embracing her voice as a leader, while Karen discusses how these structured conversations helped temper her passionate perspectives without diminishing her truth.Their decision to pause embodies one of the podcast's core principles - that rest is essential to the woman's way of leadership. Both hosts candidly discuss recognizing their bodies' signals for restoration and the courage it takes to honor those needs. They reminisce about favorite episodes, from discussions about 90s nostalgia to vulnerable conversations about women's safety, anger, and patriarchy. Personal milestones like being featured on BBC Downloads and openly discussing perimenopause struggles demonstrate how speaking truth aloud can catalyze positive change in our lives.Before signing off until September, they leave listeners with a beautiful mantra: "I honor how far I've come and I give myself permission to rest, restore and rise again." Follow the podcast now to be notified when Season 2 begins, and share what topics you'd like them to explore next. This pause isn't an ending - it's a moment to breathe before the next chapter of authentic, empowering conversations begins.

Send us a textHelen Parker shares her transformative journey from corporate workaholic to confidence coach after surviving brain surgery and discovering the power of embodied confidence through Brazilian carnival culture.• From corporate success to burnout – Helen's 20-year career including 14 years at O2 where she ran social impact programs while working 70-80 hour weeks• The turning point came in 2014 when she unexpectedly lost movement on her right side, leading to emergency brain surgery• During her seven-month recovery, she experienced profound shifts in consciousness and began her healing journey• After retraining as a clinical hypnotherapist, she identified confidence as the golden thread in all her client work• Her experiences in Rio Carnival led to insights about embodied confidence through the Brazilian "queens" who conduct energy for thousands• Nearly 70% of women report never feeling true confidence, which Helen believes stems from disconnection from our bodies• Confidence work not only heals individuals but future generations, as children often inherit their mothers' anxieties• Helen's advice: "Have the courage to take that little next step" and "The greatest purpose in this life is just to be yourself"Find Helen on LinkedIn and Instagram @helenmaryparkerco. She's recruiting women for a transformative experience at the 2026 Rio Carnival – join her confidence program and "the biggest, most badass retreat of your life."https://www.linkedin.com/company/experience-carnival-rio/https://www.instagram.com/helenmaryparker.co/

Send us a textLucy and Karen explore the concept of empowerment, what it means personally and professionally, and why those who feel empowered from within are more likely to empower others around them.• Empowerment has become a buzzword, but true empowerment is about internal agency and freedom of choice• Leaders often say they want to empower teams but struggle to genuinely share power and trust others' decisions• The worst relationships teach us the most about empowerment by showing us what disempowerment feels like• Societal taboos and expectations create invisible barriers to women's empowerment• Being empowered means having the courage to express needs, set boundaries, and question authority when necessary• True empowerment isn't measured by external factors like job titles or possessions• A practical step toward empowerment is identifying your authentic "I ams" and "I am nots"• Empowerment requires community and safe relationships where you can be real, not just performativeTrust yourself and what's coming through. Find those like-minded sisters who will join you on your journey of empowerment.

Send us a textLucy and Karen explore how we can reclaim our power by embracing our age rather than seeing it as a problem to fix, sharing personal experiences of navigating ageism throughout their careers and personal lives. They discuss the liberating perspective shifts that come with midlife and the importance of finding champions at every stage.• Finding confidence to be authentically yourself regardless of age• Navigating workplace dynamics when being perceived as "too young" or "too old"• Different approaches to handling ageism: downplaying versus amplifying femininity• The joy of finding intergenerational female champions and becoming one yourself• Shifting from caring about others' perceptions to caring more about what truly matters• Recognizing that careers have natural cycles of growth, stability, and reinvention• The painful reality of invisibility facing women in their 50s and 60s despite their expertise• Finding inspiration in women like Edith Eager who found her true calling in her 40s and made her biggest impact in her 70sEmail us at [email protected] or message us on Facebook or Instagram. Please like, follow, and comment on the podcast to help us reach more listeners.

Send us a textWe explore anger as a wise messenger that tells us something isn't right, showing up to inform us of injustice, boundaries crossed, or betrayal. Our podcast was born from the simmering rage that many women experience during perimenopause – anger that's been pushed down our whole lives but rises as hormones fluctuate.• Recognising anger as information rather than something shameful or dangerous• Developing techniques to channel anger constructively rather than destructively• Understanding how anger often covers deeper emotions like sadness or hurt• Learning the physical impact of suppressed anger including autoimmune issues and exhaustion• Exploring how women historically were labelled "hysterical" for expressing natural emotions• Discovering healthy ways to release anger through physical movement, sound, or creative expression• Identifying the difference between reactive anger and channelling anger into passion and purpose• Giving yourself permission to feel angry and discovering what your anger wants to tell youWhen anger rises, welcome it. Give it permission to be there, listen to what it's telling you about your needs, then choose a healthy way to release it. Use the tapping points under your chin and lip to release shame about feeling angry, and ask yourself: "If anger had a voice in you right now, what would it say?"

Send us a textLucy and Karen welcome Sonja Leason, a resilient entrepreneur who transformed her life from homeless teenager to successful business owner and author. Sonja shares her powerful journey of healing from trauma and discovering purpose through helping others align their businesses with their authentic stories.• Running away from home at 16 with just £150 and finding "earth angels" who helped along the way• Experiencing homelessness, toxic relationships, and surviving in difficult circumstances for years• Facing a critical turning point when her son became seriously ill, prompting her to challenge conventional systems• Embarking on a comprehensive healing journey using multiple modalities including hypnotherapy and cellular healing• Discovering that transformation happens through "many mini turning points that add up to a big shift"• Learning to recognize default trauma responses (fight, flight, freeze) and developing self-awareness to choose appropriate reactions• Using personal trauma as a foundation for helping business owners reconnect with their purpose and authentic messaging• Recognizing that hope fluctuates during healing but remains the essential bridge to transformationFind Sonja on LinkedIn  or Instagram . Her book "A Woman's Work" is available on Amazon or as a free PDF on her website wearelovemondays.co.uk.

Send us a textBuilt on a long career as a teacher, Headteacher and Executive Leader across Asia, Europe and the UK, Sue Aspinall  has recently expanded her work to include leadership coaching and training at www.Embracing-Leadership.comIntent on transforming school systems from the inside out, Sue co-designs equitable, evidence-informed and caring leadership practices that empower leaders. She weaves her extensive experience as a solo traveller into her programmes, writing and talks, using personal stories to share wisdom, inspire connection and provoke action.Sue cohosts ‘She Leads Because She Can’ a podcast where issues experienced by female school’s leaders are discussed. By building collective knowledge and expertise, this community is changing schools globally.We explore the profound intelligence and wisdom that lives within our bodies with educator and author Sue Aspinall.• Understanding body wisdom and listening to our inner voice• Distinguishing between fear and intuition when making decisions• Sue's journey as an educational leader advocating for young students• Creating alternative expressions of "mothering" beyond biological children• The essential practices for staying safe while solo travelling as a woman• Navigating personal transitions through listening to body signals• Balancing inner knowing and intellectual knowledge in leadership• Ancestral wisdom as a source of guidance at different life stages• Practical habits that cultivate connection to heart-centered wisdomUse your voice—journal, speak or sing out loud. However you do it, we hope you join us in saying it, sister.

Send us a textWe explore the concept of "good girl conditioning" and its profound impact on women's lives, examining how these deeply embedded societal messages shape our behaviors, emotions, and self-perception.• Recognizing the gendered messages we received as children – the "don'ts" for girls versus boys• Understanding how this conditioning manifests in people-pleasing, fear of disappointment, and difficulty setting boundaries• Exploring the pendulum swing between "good girl" and "rebel" that many women experience• Finding liberation in midlife through perimenopause and learning to trust your authentic voice• Breaking the cycle with the next generation by celebrating qualities rather than compliance• Practical ways to recognize when conditioning is driving your behavior• Reclaiming your truth and living life on your terms without worrying about judgmentBe you always. With love.

Send us a textRising through challenge and transforming life's hardest moments into portals for growth, healing and deeper purpose is the foundation of personal development and authentic living.• Grace Olson, therapist, author and animal lover shares her journey from birth trauma to healing through horses• PTSD and postnatal depression led Grace to discover the healing power of animals• A horse brought Grace and her daughter together, teaching her love manifests in different ways beyond feelings• Breaking free from expectations and family pressures helped Grace find her authentic path• Working with terminal illness patients taught Grace she "cannot heal anybody" but can help people transition peacefully• Animals have unique abilities to regulate our nervous systems and provide unconditional healing presence• Creating a therapy farm where people with terminal illnesses can receive free treatment is Grace's ultimate visionFollow your own path, not the one the world has told you to walk. Trust the process and know that healing isn't always linear.FacebookInstgram