The Tao of Self-Confidence

The Tao of Self-Confidence

The Tao of Self-Confidence is a podcast created for you, the woman embarking on her inner journey toward self-confidence, no matter what stage you're at. Whether you're seeking inspirational stories and advice during your daily commute, workout, or "me" time, Wall Street Journal bestselling author Sheena Yap Chan delivers the goods. Each episode features an amazing woman who shares her journey: her life before the discovery, the "AHA" moment, life after her discovery, and the advice she offers to listeners to apply in their own lives. The journey to self-confidence starts with a single step—are you ready to take that first step?

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May 27, 2025 43 mins

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In this empowering episode of Big Asian Energy, we sit down with Sheena Yap Chan—Wall Street Journal bestselling author, speaker, and host of The Tao of Self-Confidence podcast. With over 800 interviews under her belt, Sheena brings deep insight into what holds so many women back from fully stepping into their power—and what it takes to break through.


We talk about the realities of self-doubt, how perfectio...

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Gina Romero is the founder of Connected Women.

Cultural Background

Gina is of Filipina and British descent.

Favorite Self Confidence Quote

Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?

Definition of Self Confidence

Self-confidence is not having everything figured out but you take the first step anyway.

Her Life Before the Discovery of Self Confidence

Gina lived life like a blank canvas figuring out he...

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April 29, 2025 20 mins

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Sara Fung is a career navigation expert and RN with 17 years of experience in healthcare and leadership.

Cultural Background

Sara is of Chinese descent.

Favorite Self Confidence Quote

The minute you learn to love yourself, you would not want to be anyone else.

Definition of Self Confidence

Self-confidence is about being sure of who you are.

Her Life Before the Discovery of Self Confidence

Sara used to be shy and quiet to the po...

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April 15, 2025 16 mins

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Leilani Quiray is the Founder and CEO of be the change HR, an HR consulting firm on a mission to empower businesses to scale with heart and purpose. 

Cultural Background

Leilani is of Filipina and European descent.

Favorite Self Confidence Quote

I'm a badass

Definition of Self Confidence

Self-confidence is doing things even if they are scary.

Her Life Before the Discovery of Self Confidence

LeiLani had a hard time speaking her ...

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If you would like to connect with Sheena, here is the following:

Connect with me: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok | LinkedIn | YouTube | Website

P.S. If you are looking for ways to help women in your company increase their self-confidence to become effective leaders, you can contact me as I hold workshops and talks on this subject. You can contact me here.

P.P.S. Preorder my upcoming book Bridging the Confidence Gap. Click her...

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Misa Chien is the founder of The Authentic Asian.

Cultural Background

Misa is of Chinese and Dutch decent.

Favorite Self Confidence Quote

Just be yourself.

Definition of Self Confidence

Self-confidence is being unapologetically yourself.

Her Life Before the Discovery of Self Confidence

Before entering college, Misa was very shy and quiet.  She wasn't able to show up as herself since she was with the same group of students in elementary ...

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Lorraine K. Lee is the bestselling author of Unforgettable Presence and a keynote speaker.

Cultural Background

Lorraine is of Chinese descent..

Favorite Self Confidence Quote

You gain confidence by trying new and scary things.

Definition of Self Confidence

Self-confidence is someone willing to try new and scary things.  It's also knowing that you tackle something even if you don't know where to start.

Her Life Before the Discovery of S...

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February 18, 2025 13 mins

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Hiromi Okuyama is a Toronto-based multi-hyphenate artist with a dynamic career spanning acting, martial arts, and content creation.

Cultural Background

Hiromi is of Chinese and Japanese descent.

Favorite Self Confidence Quote

Never underestimate anyone especially yourself.

Definition of Self Confidence

Self-confidence is knowing who you truly aware, being self-aware and loving yourself.

Her Life Before the Discovery of Self Confidence

H...

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February 4, 2025 18 mins

Bio

Tam Luc is the founder of the Women Who BossUp book series.

Cultural Background

Tam is of African American descent.

Favorite Self Confidence Quote

Confidence comes from consistency.  Consistency is not without failure.

Definition of Self Confidence

Self confidence is just being able to do it and stop waiting for permission. 

Her Life Before the Discovery of Self Confidence

Tam was mess.  She leaned into entrepreneurship since she saw he...

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January 21, 2025 23 mins

Bio

Selena Rezvani is a recognized author, speaker, and consultant on leadership.

Cultural Background

Selena is of Pakistani and Ukrainian descent

Favorite Self Confidence Quote

I'm either going to win or I'm going to learn.

Definition of Self Confidence

Self confidence is someone who has a healthy respect for their strengths. 

Her Life Before the Discovery of Self Confidence

Selina was more fearful to ask for something.  She went through a...

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January 7, 2025 13 mins

Bio

Sohee Jun is a premier leadership coach, speaker and author.

Cultural Background

Sohee is of Korean descent.

Favorite Self Confidence Quote

Do it afraid.

Definition of Self Confidence

Self confidence is knowing that you have what it takes and learning to tap into that. 

Her Life Before the Discovery of Self Confidence

Sohee was seeking acceptance and validation from everyone.

The “AHA” Mom...

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This episode will be different since I was interviewed on the Sweet But Fearless Podcast with Mary Sullivan.  I hope you enjoy today's episode and this will be the last episode for 2024.  The Tao of Self-Confidence will be back with a brand new episode on January 7, 2025.  Happy Holidays to you and your loved ones!

To learn your self-confidence personality, you can take a free quiz here.

If you would like to connect with Sheena, here...

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November 26, 2024 17 mins

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Wendy Kim is an Inclusive Leadership Trainer and International Best-Selling Author.

Cultural Background

Wendy is of Korean descent.

Favorite Self Confidence Quote

I Belong.

Definition of Self Confidence

Self confidence is practicing something to the point where you feel comfortable doing it. 

Her Life Before the Discovery of Self Confidence

Wendy felt like she was hiding who she really was.  ...

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November 12, 2024 12 mins

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Amy Au is the founder of Innovate You.

Cultural Background

Amy is of Chinese descent.

Favorite Self Confidence Quote

Nothing is impossible. The word itself says I'm Possible.

Definition of Self Confidence

Self confidence is recognizing your achievements without seeking outside validation. 

Her Life Before the Discovery of Self Confidence

Any was shy and didn't speak up.  She also worried abou...

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Rechie Valdez is the Minister of Small Business for the Government of Canada.  

Cultural Background

Rechie is of Filipina descent.

Favorite Self Confidence Quote

You are beautiful, you are loved and you can do anything you want to do.

Definition of Self Confidence

Self-confidence is one's ability to live authentically and unapologetically yourself.

Her Life Before the Discovery of Self Confidence...

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October 15, 2024 17 mins

Bio

Vivian Young is the Global Head Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs at JPMorganChase.  

Cultural Background

Vivian is of Filipina descent.

Favorite Self Confidence Quote

You are enough.

Definition of Self Confidence

Self-confidence is having the courage to speak your truth.

Her Life Before the Discovery of Self Confidence

Vivian felt invisible growing up.  

The “AHA” Moment

Vivian was e...

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Carissa Begonia is the founder of CONSCIOUSXCHANGE.

Cultural Background

Carissa is of Filipina descent.

Favorite Self Confidence Quote

Take imperfect action.

Definition of Self Confidence

Self-confidence is owning who you are including your flaws.

Her Life Before the Discovery of Self Confidence

Carissa used to second guess herself and her abilities because of what other may have told her esp...

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September 17, 2024 19 mins

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Diana YK Chan is a a renowned Business Growth Strategist, Personal Branding and Networking Expert.

Cultural Background

Diana is of Chinese descent.

Favorite Self Confidence Quote

Confidence is your best accessory.

Definition of Self Confidence

Self-confidence is being authentic and being in alignment.

Her Life Before the Discovery of Self Confidence

Diana felt quiet, timid and shy.  She also ...

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September 3, 2024 21 mins

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Nicole Caperson is the founder of Fintech is Femme.

Cultural Background

Nicole is of Filipina and Norwegian descent.

Favorite Self Confidence Quote

Power is making things happen with asking permission.

Definition of Self Confidence

Self-confidence is being authentic.

Her Life Before the Discovery of Self Confidence

Nicole went through a life of waiting for things to happen or to see her value...

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