Rasmussen Coaching and Consulting
Helping underrepresented leaders cultivate belonging in themselves and others
Love is a powerful force that can transform lives. When we open ourselves up to receiving love, we allow it to heal and uplift us. But the path to self-love is not always easy. We must overcome our own doubts and fears, and learn to trust in our worth. By doing so, we can create a healthier and more fulfilling relationship with ourselves and others.
Eight years ago I wrote about coming out. Today I’m writing about everything I wish I’d known then. The complexity of sexuality and attraction. The difference between sexual and romantic attraction. The word demisexual — and why finding it quietly changed things for me. And the mental patterns that kept me performing a life that didn’t fit long after I thought I’d figured myself out. This one’s personal. If you’re somewhere in your own process of becoming, I think it’ll land.
A journey through doubt, growth, and coming home to my calling — queer and trans life coaching. There's a question I've been sitting with lately — one that makes me smile now, even though it once would have made me wince. Did I really spend years at university, just to come back and become a …
I used to proudly identify as a highly sensitive person and an empath. Then I learned those traits were rooted in unhealed trauma - and instead of shame, I felt relief. Because it meant I could change. In this post, I share the unpopular truth about sensitivity, people-pleasing, and what it really means to turn your empathy into a gift.
Why psychological safety and inclusive leadership aren’t just buzzwords—they’re your business advantage. There’s something I see all the time in organizations—great people, with strong technical skills, doing their best… and still struggling.Struggling to retain top talent.Struggling to build cohesive teams.Struggling to create a culture where people truly want to stay and grow. If that feels …
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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) training has become a cornerstone of modern workplace culture, but here’s the reality: what works for a tech startup won’t necessarily resonate with a manufacturing plant, and what engages recent graduates may fall flat with seasoned executives. Why Context Matters Every organization has its own unique culture, challenges, and demographic …
Pride Month is a double-edged experience, where visibility and celebration coexist with struggles and challenges. It's a time to appreciate the progress made while acknowledging the work still ahead. The sense of belonging and connection during Pride is irreplaceable, yet the pressure of increased visibility can feel overwhelming.
Why lived experience matters in guiding your transgender journey I found myself in a fascinating conversation during a podcast interview today, discussing something that's been on my mind for a while: the unique value that transgender life coaches bring to our community, especially when traditional therapy falls short. It's a topic that deserves deeper exploration …
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As a queer trans guy who began transitioning at 40 and started HRT at 42, I've come to an important realization that I want to share with all of you: trans people don't transition for others, we transition for ourselves. Creating My Own Path One of the most liberating aspects of coming out later in …
Continue reading "Authentic Living: How I Use My Journey to Self-Discovery to Help Others"
In a world where traditional family structures continue to evolve, many of us are discovering the profound importance of chosen family, those special individuals who may not share our DNA but share our hearts. These are the people we choose to call family, who provide support, understanding, and acceptance in ways that sometimes blood relatives …
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