45 The Ripple Effect - Honoring Your Past, Impacting Your Future

The Power of the Only

"It’s important to honor your past and see the impact and power you have on the future. I believe there is a ripple effect." - Angela Chee

How can we be more mindful of how we act and react — and what are we really here to do?

Welcome to a very special episode of The Power of The Only! Today's episode was taped live for the Asian American Podcasters' first ever Podcast Festival and we are going to go a bit deeper into The Power Of The Only Principle #2: Own Your Power. This episode was inspired both by my parents and by my daughter.

Let me explain: As an Asian American woman, I’ve been thinking a lot about my history, my ancestors, my future, and my legacy. And the other day, my wonderful daughter drew a picture of me that was a stark reminder that what we do makes an impact on both the conscious and the subconscious messages we send to ourselves, our families, and the world. It is important to take a step back once in a while to ask ourselves why we do what we do and who gave up their voice so that you could have yours?

"I believe what we do now is not just for you, but for future generations." - Angela Chee

In this episode, I explain how past traumas affect us, how to reconcile your past and your future, and how to step into your power by taking a look back.

"What you do makes an impact on the conscious and the subconscious messages we send to ourselves, our families, and the world." - Angela Chee

Show Notes:

• How do your actions affect others
• How to become an effective leader
• How to reconcile your past and your future
• How to find your barriers
• How can we better understand ourselves
• How does past trauma affect us

"Whatever part of the journey you're on, it's important to take a look at what we've been through so we know where we're going." - Angela Chee

Brand and Resource Mentions:

• Listen to The Power of The Only Episode 28 Can Your Greatest Strength Also Be Your Obstacle
• Download your copy of The Power Of The Only Principles and Worksheet
• Get your copy of What Happened To You By Oprah Winfrey and Dr. Bruce Perry
• Asian American Podcasters Association
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• Listen in to Hacks and Hobbies: Host Junaid Ahmed “Hobbies are for the mind”
• Listen in to The AAP Podcast: Co-hosts Andy Wang and Lee Uehara “The AAP Podcast: Covering the industry, events, gear, and more”
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