DEEPLY RESTED PODCAST
23: Liberated Leadership
with Sophia Apostol
What if stepping into leadership wasn’t about climbing higher, but about breaking free?
In this episode of Deeply Rested, I sit down with Sophia Apostol to explore the evolution of leadership in a world that desperately needs systemic change. Together, we unpack the personal, social, and spiritual growth required to lead with authenticity, empathy, and integrity.
Sophia shares the pivotal moments that shifted her leadership style from performative to deeply relational, offering insights into how leaders can break free from oppressive systems and create meaningful change. Through candid storytelling and reflection, Sophia redefines leadership as an act of self-discovery—one that allows us to lead with courage, compassion, and liberation
In this episode, Sophia will share:
- How early leadership experiences shaped Sophia’s shift toward authenticity (01:16)
- Why true leadership is about personal growth, not just influence (08:35)
- How to decolonize leadership and break free from oppressive systems (13:52)
- Practical steps to lead with integrity while staying true to your values (19:38)
- The role of radical empathy in transforming how we lead (41:04)
- The emotional challenges of leadership—and how to navigate them (54:27)
- The power of community in supporting leaders through change (59:24)
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Meet The GuestÂ
Sophia Apostol
From the moment Sophia experienced her first leadership coaching session as a Sales Director, she knew she wanted to become a coach herself. Ten years later, she’s a Professional Certified Coach with almost 3000 coaching hours under her belt. Clients say that her coaching feels like it wraps them in a warm blanket that gives them both the confidence and courage to audaciously go for their goals and dreams.
Mentioned In This Episode:
- You can learn more about Sophia and the work she does at: sophiaapostol.comÂ
- Sophia’s podcast: Fat Joy with Sophia
- Social Change Ecosystem MapÂ
- Personality Assessments: www.truity.com
- Sonya Renee Taylor’s “body hierarchy ladder” from The Body is Not an Apology
- Tricia Hersey’s Rest is Resistance: A Manifesto
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