Episode 101: Do You Have Something to Say? with guest Megan Hamilton

Hello hi! In Episode 101 of Medium Lady Talks, we explore a timely question, "Do You Have Something to Say?" with visibility expert Megan Hamilton from Ubu Skills. We delve into three distinct responses: "No," "Maybe," and "Yes," uncovering valuable insights for each listener who finds themselves answering the question.

For those who answer "No," Megan emphasizes the importance of evaluating the safety of using our voices and overcoming uncertainties about our opinions. She offers practical advice on how to identify and articulate what we want to express.

For the "Maybe" responders, Megan highlights the significance of recognizing the conditions and barriers we impose on speaking out. She stresses the importance of considering the audience and setting boundaries, which can help diminish sensitivity to others' reactions.

For the confident "Yes" responders, Megan provides guidance on choosing where to share our voices. She emphasizes the individual journey of discovering one's comfort zone and gradually expanding it by stepping out of familiarity.

Furthermore, Erin and Megan reflect on their positionality as het-cis white women, acknowledging the privilege it entails and the responsibility to amplify marginalized voices. They underscore the importance of using their platforms to create space for voices that have historically been silenced.

Join us as we navigate the complexities of finding, nurturing, and amplifying our voices in a diverse and dynamic world.

Connect with Megan
- Website https://www.ubuskills.com/ 
- Megan's Instagram: @ubuskills

Key topics:

1) Evaluating Safety: Overcoming uncertainties and identifying what we want to express.
2) Setting Boundaries: Developing resilience to others' reactions and choosing the right audience.
3) Expanding Comfort Zones: Gradually stepping out of familiarity to amplify our voices.
4) Acknowledging Privilege: Reflecting on positionality and using platforms to amplify marginalized voices.

 

Don't miss out on Megan's invaluable insights and reflections, and be sure to follow her on Instagram and LinkedIn for more inspiration.

Connect with Erin:

• Instagram: @medium.lady
• Email: mediumladytalks@gmail.com 
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• Instagram: @mediumladyreads