Open The Light

Being a person of color is hard, especially if you’re a first-generation American. Join me, Abby Sadoy, as I consciously try to navigate this world as a “failed” Filipinx nurse (family expectations, am I right?) and pioneer of a new generation. Welcome to Open The Light, a podcast of honest conversations filled with unique perspectives, special experiences, and amplified voices -- and maybe, even a teardrop or two. If there’s one thing I know for sure, it’s that we’re all just trying to figure this thing out.

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Open The Light

S1E1: Open The Vulnerability

August 26, 2020 • Abby Sadoy • Season 1 • Episode 1

In this episode of Open The Light, Abby is diving deep in conversation with Dania Clarke, a friend and big advocate of vulnerability. A proud woman of color, Dania is a champion of deep connections -- implementing vulnerability workshops at a tech company in the heart of Austin, Texas. Dania talks about why she believes vulnerability in the workplace is essential, what she hopes people will get out of COVID-19 quarantine, and living life on your own terms. Abby and Dania also speak on having hard conversations with parents, the importance of failure, and validating one's feelings.

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You can also follow Dania's ESA (Emotional Support Animal) on Instagram (@sweetboykai)

References from the episode:
Brene Brown: The Call to Courage (Netflix)
Brene Brown: Unlocking Us (podcast)
Brene Brown: SuperSoul Sunday (OWN)
Humans of New York
Emotional Support Animal