In this episode of Underrated to Unstoppable, Charlene sits down with Chris West, founder of Video Narrative, for an honest conversation about self-trust, identity, and what happens when you finally stop abandoning yourself to meet everyone else’s expectations.

Chris shares the deeply personal shift that changed his life. Learning that true leadership begins with honoring your own integrity first.

Together, Charlene and Chris explore the tension many high achievers live with quietly. The pressure to care for others, solve problems, and carry responsibility that slowly pulls you away from yourself.

This conversation challenges a belief many leaders have been taught for years: that self-sacrifice equals strength.

Instead, they unpack what becomes possible when service comes from wholeness rather than depletion.

In this episode, Charlene and Chris discuss:

• Why self-trust is the foundation of authentic leadership • The difference between serving others and losing yourself • How patterns repeat until someone chooses to change them • What it means to lead from alignment instead of obligation • The courage required to choose yourself without guilt • The moment you realize you are enough

If you’ve ever felt exhausted from carrying too much, struggled to balance care for others with care for yourself, or questioned whether fulfillment and leadership can coexist, this episode offers clarity, compassion, and perspective.

🎧 Listen in for a powerful conversation about alignment, personal responsibility, and leading from a place of truth.

About Chris West: Chris West is the Founder and CEO of Video Narrative, a brand design firm helping speakers and thought leaders grow their impact through brand clarity, storytelling, and strategic visual narrative. Drawing from his graduate work in Narrative Therapy, Chris partners with leaders to amplify their message and expand their influence through authentic storytelling. He lives in the Pacific Northwest with his three children.

🌐 Learn more about Chris: Website: https://videonarrative.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/videonarrative/

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