Staying in the Conversation When It Would Be Easier To Leave

Season 2

Feb 3

Written by Erin Davis

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STAYING IN THE CONVERSATION WHEN IT WOULD BE EASIER TO LEAVE

WITH TINA VARUGHESE

ABOUT THE EPISODE

What does it take to stay present when conversations become uncomfortable, charged, or exhausting?

In this opening episode of Season 2, Tina Varughese and Erin explore what it means to remain in relationship—especially when disengaging might feel safer or simpler. Together, they reflect on courage, curiosity, and the quiet leadership required to stay at the table when it matters most.

This conversation sets the tone for a season rooted in honesty, nuance, and shared responsibility.

MEET THE GUEST

Tina Varughese is an award-winning speaker, author, and expert in diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Known for bringing humour and humanity to challenging conversations, she helps individuals and organizations explore unconscious bias, cross-cultural communication, and inclusive leadership.

Drawing on her experience working in immigration and running a relocation and settlement business, Tina brings both professional expertise and personal perspective to her work. She is the author of 50 Shades of Beige: Building Bridges While Breaking Bias and has been recognized by Ignite Magazine as one of Canada's Top 10 Notable Speakers.

Website: https://tworksforyou.ca

Connect with Tina:‍ ‍https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinavarughese