Listen "đď¸Whole-Person Relationships: How Self-Love and Identity Shape Connection | Toby Whittington"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of The Resilience Movement, Iâm joined by Toby Whittington â an advocate, academic, and coach whose diverse life experience has shaped his powerful work in relational wellness. With over three decades of self-employment across creative, charitable, and sustainability-focused industries, Tobyâs journey took a deeply personal turn following his diagnosis with Klinefelterâs Syndrome (47 XXY). Rather than viewing this as a limitation, Toby reframed his experience into a path of self-acceptance, later embracing his identity as a proud intersex person. Today, heâs an accredited sexologist, a relationship coach, and a masterâs student in counselling, using both lived and scholarly insight to guide others in forming Whole-Person Relationships. We explore: ⨠What it means to be in a Whole-Person Relationship â and why this framework is vital in todayâs disconnected world ⨠How Tobyâs diagnosis became a catalyst for deeper self-love, identity integration, and emotional resilience ⨠The limiting beliefs many carry around love, intimacy, and identity â and how Toby has challenged these, personally and professionally ⨠How trauma-informed coaching, academic theory, and real-world experience combine to support healing in relationships ⨠Why vulnerability is not a weakness, but a bridge to deeper connection with oneself and others ⨠Practical advice for those beginning their own journey toward relational authenticity and self-trust This conversation is rich in insight for anyone navigating personal reinvention, emotional healing, or seeking a more compassionate approach to connection. Whether you're beginning your healing journey or a seasoned practitioner looking to deepen your understanding of relational dynamics, Toby offers a grounded and integrative perspective that blends academic rigor with human warmth. đ To connect with Toby or learn more about his work, you can find him at https://www.whole-person-relationships.com/ đ§Ą As always, thank you for listening to The Resilience Movement. If this episode resonates with you, please leave a review and share it with someone you care about. Support the showIf you're ready to create a better life and face challenges with confidence rather than being overwhelmed by adversity, youâre in the right place. Hosted by Donna Moulds, The Resilience Movement draws on Donnaâs wealth of experience in overcoming adversity, pushing beyond limits, and emerging stronger, more confident, and full of purpose and passion for life. The Resilience Movement is here to help you discover the tools, strategies, and mindset needed to build the life you deserve. Itâs not just about resilienceâitâs about uncovering your true self, fostering self-love and self-worth, and cultivating trust and belief in your ability to thrive. You have one life, so why not make it extraordinary? Follow and subscribe to join the movement: đ Website: theresiliencemovement.com.auđ§ Apple Podcasts: Listen on Appleđľ Spotify: Listen on Spotifyđ Facebook: Follow on Facebookđ¸ Instagram: Follow on Instagram
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