Two weeks ago my daughter and I were hiking with family. We are new to this community and eager to find my place. Everyone has been welcoming beyond all expectations. This was a particularly pleasant Sunday afternoon as we laughed and chatted our way up the mountain. I can't remember the substance of the conversation before my daughter said plainly: "My mom has never been in a stable relationship, but she gives great relationship advice."

Ten years ago I would have been furious by the embarrassing interjection into an adult conversation. That day I was triggered. Today I feel deep joy that I raised a daughter with the courage to express authentically her views without fear or reprisal.

The truth is. She is right. I have shown up badly... as a daughter, sister, wife, mother, and friend. I've also had a ton of embarrassing show ups at work. Showing up badly is my superpower. Gratefully, that's not the end of my story. Showing up badly enables me to help others understand that they can show up as their very best self even after showing up as their worst.

Follow me over the next six weeks as I look back at some of my most embarrassing personal and professional experiences, what I've learned in the process, and how I have learned to show up better and enjoy the roles in which I've previously shown up badly.