From Scars to Acceptance: Building Confidence After Shame with Christine Errico
Our Forever Smiles with Laura Arroyo · Laura C Arroyo
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Show Notes
Ever feel like your difference hides who you truly are? In this episode, host Laura Arroyo chats with Tedx speaker and confidence coach Christine Errico, who opens up about her journey of overcoming shame after being born with a cleft lip and palate. Christine shares how she navigated teasing, surgeries, and societal beauty standards to discover her inner strength and build unshakeable confidence.
Join us as we explore:
- The emotional impact of growing up with a facial difference
- Reclaiming your narrative and rewriting your story
- How to find self-acceptance and radiate confidence
- Practical tools to overcome insecurities and embrace your true self
Christine Errico is a confidence coach who empowers individuals to step into their power and own their unique stories.
Listen in and discover how you too can transform your self-perception from shame to self-love.
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First Bottle to Purchase After Palate Repair - Post Palate Repair Straw Trainer
Juselle's Cleft Palate Bottle - Pigeon Bottle Specialty Feeder
Sippy Cup for Pre Palate Repair Prep - Munchkin 360
Weigh your Baby at Home - Weighted Feeds Scale
Squeezable Straw Training Bottle - Honey Bear Straw Cup
Free Flow Cup for Pre palate Repair Prep - Reflo Smart Cup
Pacifiers that have Worked for Cleft Lip and Palate Babies - Itzy Ritzy
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