In this episode of the Identity Shifts Podcast, host Mila welcomes Brigitte Djie. She is a founder of the Turtle Lotus System, which empowers high-performing entrepreneurs to align with their true selves and goals. She has coached leaders from global brands like BP and CISCO; she is a Senior Trainer for Tony Robbins, and a published author. With a background spanning executive coaching, public speaking, and competitive athletics, Brigitte continues to lead transformative leadership training across Southeast Asia.

Brigitte shares her journey of embracing pain, coping with her multicultural identity, dealing with bullying, and experiencing profound personal transformations. From her upbringing in the Netherlands with a Dutch-German-Spanish mother and Chinese-Indonesian father to her various identity shifts throughout her life, Brigitte's story is filled with resilience, self-acceptance, and the importance of being. Tune in to hear how Brigitte navigated significant life changes, her experiences with Tony Robbins, and her ongoing commitment to fostering leadership and personal growth in Southeast Asia.

Timestamps

(00:00) Intro
(02:16) Navigating Identity and Cultural Challenges
(06:42) Overcoming Bullying and Embracing Strength
(08:56) Discovering Leadership and Passion for Teaching
(13:37) A Journey of Self-Reliance and Trust
(24:02) Synchronicities and Psychic Experiences
(29:24) Meeting Tony Robbins
(31:28) Encountering a New Perspective
(33:34) Family Reactions and Personal Decisions
(34:43) Current Excitements and Projects
(38:00) Embracing Spirituality and Nature
(40:45) Learning from Life's Challenges
(48:47) Forgiveness and Family Healing
(59:04) Final Reflections and Wisdom

Connect with Brigitte:

https://www.facebook.com/brigitte.sumnerdjie

https://www.instagram.com/brigittedjie/