In this heartfelt and captivating episode of the Marli Williams Podcast, I share my deeply personal coming out story for the first time. Celebrating Pride Month, I dive into what it means to live authentically and boldly love who you are. I reflect on the importance of finding supportive communities, the impact of self-acceptance, and how embracing your true self can transform your life. I also connect pride month on the broader themes of leadership, creating inclusive environments, and the ongoing fight for LGBTQ+ rights. Packed with vulnerability, insight, and encouragement, this episode is a poignant reminder of the power of self-love and the importance of celebrating diversity. Tune in now to be inspired and uplifted!Marli Williams is an international keynote speaker, master facilitator, and joy instigator who has worked with organizations such as Nike, United Way, Doordash, along with many colleges and schools across the United States. She first fell in love with transformational leadership as a camp counselor when she was 19 years old. After getting two degrees and 15 years of leadership training, Marli decided to give herself permission to be the “Professional Camp Counselor” she knew she was born to be. Now she helps incredible people and organizations stop waiting for permission and start taking bold action to be the leaders and changemakers they’ve always wanted to be through the power of play and cultivating joy everyday. She loves helping people go from stuck to STOKED and actually created her own deck of inspirational messages called StokeQuotes™ which was then followed by The Connect Deck™ to inspire more meaningful conversations. Her ultimate mission in the world is to help others say YES to themselves and their big crazy dreams (while having fun doing it!) To learn more about Marli’s work go to www.marliwilliams.com and follow her on Instagram @marliwilliamsStay Connected to The Marli Williams PodcastFollow us on Instagram: @marliwilliamsOur Website: www.podcast.marliwilliams.comHire Marli to Speak at your next event, conference, workshop or retreat!www.marliwilliams.comReally love the podcast and want to share it??Give us a review on your favorite platform and share this (or any) episode with a friend. Let's Lead Together and reach more people - we appreciate your support!!