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Welcome to the First Edition of Holistic and Trauma-Informed Leadership
Welcome, and thank you for being here. If you’re reading this, you’re likely a leader navigating the challenges and stresses of work while trying to maintain a healthy personal life. Leadership is difficult and can be isolating. This newsletter is here to offer practical suggestions and build connections between leaders.
In this first issue, I’ll explore why holistic and trauma-informed leadership is vital, why now is the time to embrace it, and how this approach can empower you to lead with greater clarity, confidence, and care.
Why Holistic and Trauma-Informed Leadership?
Traditional leadership often focuses on results—metrics, outcomes, and efficiency. While those are important, they miss a critical piece of the puzzle: the people behind the results. People bring their whole selves to work, including their experiences, emotions, and challenges. Ignoring that reality often leads to burnout, disconnection, and diminished performance—for both leaders and their teams.
Holistic and trauma-informed leadership shifts the focus. It’s about integrating:
Well-being: Prioritizing mental, emotional, and physical health—for yourself and your team.
Emotional intelligence: Cultivating the self-awareness and empathy needed to build trust and connection.
Trauma-informed practices: Recognizing how experiences, including adversity, shape behavior and creating environments that feel safe and supportive.
This approach recognizes that leadership isn’t just about what you do; it’s about how you show up. It allows you to lead with balance and purpose while fostering a culture where everyone can thrive.
The Why Behind It
The need for this shift is clear:
Burnout is rampant: A growing number of leaders and employees report feeling exhausted and disengaged.
Trauma is widespread: Nearly 70% of adults experience trauma at some point in their lives, which inevitably impacts the workplace.
Connection is fragile: Rapid changes in work environments, including remote and hybrid setups, have left many feeling isolated and disconnected.
Holistic and trauma-informed leadership addresses these challenges head-on. It equips you with tools to build resilience, foster belonging, and sustain success—not just for your team, but for yourself.
Why Now?
If ever there were a time for leaders to embrace this approach, it’s now. Here’s why:
1. The Workplace is Under Strain
From economic uncertainty to global crises, stress is a daily reality. Leaders bear the weight of navigating these challenges while supporting their teams and maintaining their own well-being. Without the right tools, it’s easy to fall into reactivity or burnout. A trauma-informed lens helps leaders approach these pressures with steadiness and clarity.
2. Employees Expect More
The “Great Resignation” and shifting workplace trends have made it clear: employees are no longer willing to work in environments that neglect their well-being. They want workplaces where they feel valued, supported, and connected. Leaders who prioritize holistic practices are better equipped to meet these expectations and create cultures where people want to stay.
3. Generational and Cultural Change
Today’s workforce is increasingly diverse, and younger generations prioritize inclusivity, mental health, and work-life harmony. Trauma-informed leadership meets these needs by creating psychologically safe environments where diversity is celebrated, and individuals feel they belong.
4. Leadership Sets the Tone
How you lead impacts more than just your team; it sets the tone for your entire organization. Leaders who model well-being, empathy, and resilience inspire those qualities in others, creating a ripple effect that benefits everyone.
Our Mission: Supporting Leaders in Challenging Times
Leadership is hard work, especially in the chaos and complexity of today’s world. My mission is to support you—leaders who care deeply about making a difference while staying true to your values and well-being.
What You’ll Find Here
Each issue of this newsletter will provide:
Practical Tools: Strategies you can apply immediately, like managing stress responses, fostering trust, or navigating difficult conversations.
Fresh Insights: Perspectives on how holistic and trauma-informed practices can transform your leadership.
Inspiration and Support: Encouragement to help you stay grounded and confident, even when the road feels uncertain.
This isn’t about adding more to your plate. It’s about reshaping how you approach leadership so that it serves you, your team, and your mission.
Looking Ahead
Future editions will explore topics like:
How to Build Psychological Safety on Your Team
Burn Bright, Not Out: Sustainable Strategies for Success
Understanding the Role of the Nervous System in Leadership
2-Minute Transformations: Small Changes with Big Impact
For now, I invite you to reflect on this: What would it feel like to lead in a way that supports your team while protecting your own well-being? Holistic and trauma-informed leadership offers a path to balance and fulfillment, and it starts with small, intentional shifts.
Closing Thoughts
I’ve seen firsthand how transformational this approach can be. Leaders who embrace it discover new levels of clarity, connection, and impact. They create environments where people feel safe, valued, and inspired to contribute their best. Most importantly, they find ways to lead that align with their own well-being and values.
Thank you for being here and for your commitment to leading differently. Together, we can navigate the challenges of leadership in a way that feels sustainable and meaningful.
Until next time,
Terri
P.S. I’d love to hear from you! What challenges are you facing in leadership, and what topics would you like to see covered in future issues? Reply and let me know—I’m here to support you.
P.S.S. Take the complimentary Holistic Leadership Self-Assessment to learn more about your own holistic leadership strengths.