In this episode, I caught up with Tami Wong, and we had a wonderful conversation that touched on a variety of themes, including vulnerability, resilience, and personal growth.
Tami is the founder of Hair Loss Pride and author of the children’s book “Hair Pride.” In our conversation, she shared her personal journey of living with alopecia since her teens, detailing the struggles she faced with confidence, shame, and self-acceptance, as well as the turning points that led her to become an advocate for women experiencing hair loss.
We also talked about Tami’s transition from a corporate career in biotech and healthcare to launching her own business—one that offers not only coaching, wig consultations, and support groups, but also a powerful online community where women can share their stories and feel less alone. The conversation covers the significance of breaking silences around topics often considered taboo, including estrangement, anxiety, and grief.
We delved into the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship, the importance of representation in beauty and fashion, and the ripple effects created when people are brave enough to step forward and speak openly about their experiences.
It’s a great conversation about the transformative power of connection, sharing personal struggles, and embracing your story.
Links Mentioned:
- Tami’s website: therealtamiwong.com
- Hair Loss Pride on Instagram: www.instagram.com/hairlosspride
- Shedding the Shame Podcast: therealtamiwong.com/podcast
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