01/13/2026
Episode 15 โ Scars That Speak: How Pain Shapes Purpose
๏ฟฝ 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 leadershipโnot 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, Iโll share how scars became the compass for my work and why acknowledging pain can amplifyโnot diminishโour ability to lead.
Weโll 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 others permission to heal and rise as well.
This episode is deeply personal, deeply human, and deeply necessary. If youโve ever wondered whether your pain disqualifies you from leading, let this be your reminder: scars donโt silence usโthey teach us how to speak.
๏ฟฝ Listen now on Spotify: Trauma-Informed Leadership Series
๏ฟฝ Book a call with Krista to see how this program can transform your leadership or schedule your organizationโs custom training series: https://calendly.com/riseupphoenix/compass
