About this episode

Olivia Mead and Jess Gannon discuss leadership, visibility, and authenticity in the context of becoming a YFFR instructor.

Leadership isn't just about what you know...it's about how you're willing to show up. In this candid From the Field conversation, Olivia Mead and Jess Gannon pull back the curtain on what happens behind the scenes before YFFR Instructor School begins. Fresh off two neural meditations, they unpack limiting beliefs around visibility, authenticity, self-worth, and the fear of taking up space. Their conversation explores how doing your own inner work allows you to better serve others—and why the best instructors aren't the loudest people in the room, but the ones willing to lead authentically. If you've ever questioned whether you're qualified, struggled with imposter syndrome, or found yourself shrinking to make others comfortable, this episode is for you. Interested in becoming a YFFR Instructor? Visit YogaForFirstResponders.org to learn more about Instructor School programs and online trainings.

People in this episode

Guests: Olivia Mead, Jess Gannon

Topics covered

• leadership
• visibility
• authenticity
• self-worth
• imposter syndrome
• inner work

Keywords

• leadership
• visibility
• authenticity
• self-worth
• imposter syndrome
• YFFR Instructor School

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Yoga For First Responders

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