How to Rise, Lead & Heal After Workplace Toxicity with Kaitlyn Rios (Part 1)
🎧 Episode 176: How to Rise, Lead & Heal After Workplace Toxicity with Kaitlyn Rios (Part 1)
In Part 1 of this powerful conversation, Faced With Grace founder Kaitlyn Rios shares her deeply personal journey from surviving a toxic work environment to building a mission-driven organization that empowers women to rise above adversity with confidence, poise, and purpose.
We dive into the signs of workplace toxicity, how to recognize them early, and the first small but impactful steps you can take to protect your mental and emotional well-being. Kaitlyn also reveals why purpose is the core value that anchors her mission and the tools she uses to help women transform pain into power.
If you’ve ever questioned your worth because of a toxic workplace—or wondered how to turn hardship into meaningful change—this episode will resonate deeply.
We explore:
- The moment that sparked Kaitlyn’s mission to create Faced With Grace
- How past workplace trauma can unknowingly follow you into new roles
- Practical ways to spot toxicity before it escalates
- The role of mentorship and coaching in navigating and healing from adversity
- How to prevent support spaces from becoming complaint sessions
- The five core values that guide Faced With Grace
- Small, actionable steps to lead positively—no matter your title
🔑 Key takeaways:
- Toxicity has many faces—learning to spot it early is key to self-preservation
- Purpose can transform even the lowest moments into a catalyst for change
- Mentorship provides validation, perspective, and a roadmap forward
- Leadership isn’t about titles, it’s about the example you set daily
💡 Quotes to remember:
- “You are not alone. You have a support system here built in.”
- “Purpose is the anchor that keeps me moving forward, even when it’s hard.”
- “We can’t always erase trauma—but we can use it to create something better.”
📚 Resources mentioned:
✨ Learn more about Faced With Grace: www.facedwithgrace.org
📲 Connect with Kaitlyn:
LinkedIn – Kaitlyn Rios
A rising tide raises all ships, and I invite you along on this journey to Evoke Greatness!
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