Migration Without Shame - with Kamil Hejmanowski
About this episode
Kamil Hejmanowski shares his journey as a migrant and discusses the emotional challenges faced by migrants in the UK.
In this episode of Speaking of Inclusion... I am joined by Kamil Hejmanowski, a world champion kickboxer, karate sensei, and now life coach supporting migrants who experience shame in the UK. Kamil generously shares his journey from growing up in Poland to navigating teenage years as a new migrant in theUK, grappling with a sense of not belonging, shame, and the search for self-worth. Throughout our conversation, Kamil shares how his earliest experiences shaped his understanding of self, community, and cultural differences. We discuss the complex realities of migration. How they reverberate through identity, family dynamics, and working life. Kamil provides invaluable insight into the hidden challenges many migrants face, including cultural expectations, emotional barriers, and the sometimesinvisible burden of having to prove oneself. Key takeaways from this episode: Migration is a deeply personal experience, shaped by culture, upbringing, and often invisible emotional struggles such as shame and a need to prove one's worth. Our personal histories influence the way we work, relate to others, and respond to challenges, highlighting the need for greater empathy and understanding in…
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Host: Katie Allen Consulting Limited
Guest: Kamil Hejmanowski
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Places: Poland, UK
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