The Dude Therapist

This week I have the great honor to have the amazing Lilia Tarawa, who is someone who has inspired me to tell my story and start on this journey that I am on. She brings so much life into every space she goes and truly embodies being a "freedom seeker"In this episode, we delve into trauma, healing, finding your truth, and how it can all impact your now. Lilia Tarawa is a New Zealand Māori #1 best-selling author and transformational speaker whose personal story has inspired millions of people around the world to speak their truth and reclaim their power. Her #1 best-selling memoir Daughter of Gloriavale: My Life in a Religious Cult, was written in 4 months, part-time around her day job. Her TEDxTalk, 'I grew up in a cult. It was heaven—and hell.' rocketed to over ten million views on YouTube, achieved 2018 Top Five most-viewed TEDxTalks in the World, and is transcribed into six different languages on TED.com The 5’44 curly-haired brunette passionately tells stories of courage to anyone with listening ears and to her surprise, she’s managed to get quite a crowd to listen, including the Guardian, Life Matters, TVNZ 1 SUNDAY, Listener Magazine, Radio NZ, and many more.  Lilia coaches other writers & speakers to shamelessly tell their stories so they can inspire more people, fulfill their life’s purpose, and heal their communities. #1 Best-selling Author, Daughter of Gloriavale: My Life in a Religious Cult   Viral TEDx Speaker, I grew up in a cult. It was heaven—and hell.  Website: https://www.liliatarawa.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liliatarawa/ Support the show (https://pod.fan/the-dude-therapist) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices