As a toddler, Dr. Esther Zeledon received an expensive life saving surgery. She felt guilty for the financial burden she brought to her family and thought she had to be the perfect, overachieving daughter to justify their sacrifice. In this episode of Linda's Corner, Esther shares her riveting story and how she eventually learned to love, accept, and forgive herself so that she could live an authentic, purposeful and joyful life.
Dr. Esther is the president and co-founder of Be Act Change. She is also an author, speaker, strategist, facilitator, mentor, international developer, environmental scientist, entrepreneur, and former diplomat. You can reach Dr. Esther at her website https://beactchange.com.
Some of the highlights Esther shares:
Her family's sacrifices so she could receive a life saving operation
Overcoming barriers to success as an immigrant to the United States
The overwhelming guilt of feeling like a burden
Becoming a "people pleaser" and having to do well at all costs
A lifetime of checking all the right boxes
Dealing with depression and surviving a suicide attempt
Feeling like people can't love me
Recognizing that I am loved and I have a purpose
How one person can make a difference
Why outside awards and success can't fill the void in our hearts
Learning to forgive ourselves
Finding "check marks" that align with you
Believing in your own value
And more
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