#153. The Pursuit of Identity with Giji Dennard

Our guest this week on A Voice and Beyond is Giji Dennard, whose journey began with the pivotal moment of meeting her father for the very first time at the age of 17. This encounter sparked a lifelong passion for understanding and fostering healthy father-child relationships, which have become her professional signature.

Giji's speaking prowess first ignited in high school, where she clinched the state championship in oratory, and since then she has dedicated more than five decades to engaging and inspiring audiences with her captivating narratives, candidness, and empathy. With a multifaceted career spanning over three decades, Giji has gained insight into the many aspects of the human experience. Her professional career has included leading roles in multinational corporations and training thousands of professionals over the last 20 years. Giji is also the author of four acclaimed books.

In today’s show, Giji's conversation with me explores topics around healing father-child relationships, unleashing personal and professional greatness, forgiveness, and the pursuit of passion. This is a beautiful and inspirational interview with Giji Dennard.

Find Giji Online

• Website
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Facebook

In this Episode

• 00:00 - Introduction and Guest Welcome
• 06:48 - Giji's Professional Journey and Passion
• 13:01 - Meeting Her Father and Relationship Dynamics
• 21:13 - Inspiration for "Hungry for Wholeness" and Healing
• 34:19 - The Three R's of Healing and Forgiveness
• 51:57 - Learning to Receive and Exploring Identity
• 1:08:07 - Conclusion and Final Insights

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