The power of self-love | Lou Featherstone | TEDxPortland
10 Sep 2024 (8 days ago)
Louisa's Journey to Self-Discovery
- Louisa was raised in the UK as a preacher's daughter and felt constrained by the expectations of good behavior.
- After moving to Portland, Oregon, Louisa found a sense of community and confidence through CrossFit and hiking with a group of women.
- Louisa's self-confidence grew as her marriage deteriorated, and she eventually received a "dick pic" after posting a nude photo of herself.
Embracing Self-Love and Confidence
- An individual's 20-year marriage ended, leading to therapy and reflection on self-prioritization.
- This experience was shared online, encouraging women to embrace self-love and confidence, leading to becoming an influencer.
Empowering Women and Raising Awareness
- A cross-country tour in a renovated bus named Susie, sponsored by various companies, aimed to empower women and raise awareness about period poverty.
- The speaker traveled across the United States in a bus and met women who had experienced significant life changes, such as losing their homes or going through divorce.
Challenging Societal Expectations
- During a speaking engagement in Wales, the speaker realized that men also face societal pressures and expectations related to vulnerability.
- The speaker believes that self-love is about embracing authenticity and rejecting societal pressures to conform, particularly in the age of social media.