Walk with Mii by Michelle TC Liu

After a short break from the podcast, I'm back with a personal life update and some reflections on change, progress, and new beginnings. In this episode of Walk With Mii , I share the story behind my recent move back to Canada after more than 15 years of living and working overseas. What began as an idea many months ago has now become reality—a reminder that progress often happens quietly, one...

In this episode, I unpack a question that’s been everywhere lately: Are we really losing jobs because of AI? I share my honest perspective on why I don’t believe AI is the full story—and why we might be looking at the situation too narrowly. From my own experience in corporate leadership during and after COVID, I walk through how today’s job losses didn’t suddenly happen. They’ve been quietly unfo...

Q1 has flown by—and with it, a wave of change, uncertainty, and quiet awakenings. In this episode of Walk With Mii , I take a step back from the noise of the world and into a simple, yet powerful moment I witnessed at a children’s sports activity. One shared instruction. One group of kids. Completely different reactions. Why does the same situation land so differently depending on age, awareness,...

What if the most powerful act of leadership is simply this: the pain stops with me? In this episode, I reflect on how trauma and toxic behaviors transfer — from parents to children, from leaders to teams — unless someone consciously interrupts the pattern. From emotional safety at home to psychological safety at work, I explore how unprocessed pain becomes behavior, behavior becomes culture, and c...

創傷不會自己消失。 它會從家庭傳到孩子，從主管傳到團隊，從文化傳到下一代。 這一集，我談「打破循環」—— 在家庭中停止情緒創傷的延續， 在職場中停止有毒文化的擴散。 我分享為什麼真正的父母之愛，是先療癒自己； 為什麼真正的領導力，是在壓力之下仍然選擇不複製傷害。 情緒安全、心理安全、世代創傷、職場文化、領導成長—— 這些都不是理論，而是每天的選擇。 別人曾經怎樣對待我，不代表我要這樣對待別人。 從我開始，也從我...

Have you ever walked into a meeting, looked around and felt a subtle fear that one day someone might realise you’re not as capable as they think? In this episode of Walk With Mii , I unpack imposter syndrome --- beyond the buzzword, beyond the surface-level idea of “low confidence.” I explore why it often appears after success, not before it. Why it tends to show up when you get promoted, step int...

This week on Walk With Mii , I reflect on how one powerful performance sparked a global wave of rhythm, movement, and joy — reminding us that music transcends language, borders, and logic. From the rise of Latin beats to the worldwide love of K-pop, I explore how music connects us not through words, but through feeling. Drawing from my childhood years living in Brazil, I share how Latin culture —...

As we step into a new year filled with uncertainty, shifting structures, and changing rules, many of us feel unsettled—at work, in leadership, and within ourselves. In this episode of Walk With Mii , I reflect on a personal realization: the growing courage to say “I feel” out loud, especially in environments where emotions have long been treated as weakness. Drawing from two decades in corporate l...

In this episode of Walk With Mii , I reflect on a recent piece of high-profile celebrity news that brought family conflict into the public eye — not to judge, but to explore what it reveals about the complexity of family dynamics. This moment prompted me to speak from the perspective of the grown child: the one who reaches a point of awakening, clarity, and truth after years — sometimes decades —...

新的一年，真的只是重新開始嗎？ 還是，它其實是一個邀請: 讓我們用不同的心態，再一次走回自己。 在 2026 年的開頭，我想和你分享我此時此刻真實的心情。 我不是一個習慣在年初列下願望清單的人，比起「我要做到什麼」，我更在意的是： 這一年，我成為了怎樣的自己？ 這一集，我談到了 --- 為什麼我選擇在年末反思，而不是年初許願 過去幾年帶來的挑戰、成長與心態轉變 對 2026 年，一種很真實、很強烈的「希望感」 在混亂與噪音...

A NEW SEASON BEGINS! --------------------------------- As we step into 2026, I reflect on what it truly means to begin a new year—without pressure, without rigid resolutions, and without forcing clarity before it’s ready. In this episode of Walk With Mii , I share why I no longer believe that growth begins on January 1st, and why real clarity is built year by year, moment by moment, through lived...

In this episode of Walk With Mii , I share my thoughts on Gen A language—the words, expressions, and ways of speaking that can sometimes feel puzzling to older generations. I’ve noticed that every generation creates its own language, a little world of creativity and connection that belongs to them. Instead of feeling left out or trying to force myself to learn every term, I focus on what truly mat...

在 2025 的尾聲，你過得好嗎？ 生肖、數字學、星象都在說著同一件事： 2026，是行動、突破、重新開始的一年。 蛇年的蛻變已完成，馬年的奔馳即將展開；數字 9 的結束已走到尾聲，數字 1 的新章節正在開門；土星進牡羊，推著我們架構人生、建立邊界、擁抱成長。 願你在新的循環裡跑得自由、活得清晰、走得堅定。 這一年辛苦了，下一年，我們一起前進。 #WalkWithMii #與覓同行#年度回顧 #新年能量 #2025反思 #2026展望#生肖運勢 #馬...

This episode continues from the previous discussion on narcissists — but we go deeper. I share more context about why narcissists act the way they do, how scarcity in childhood can shape extreme behaviors, and why empaths often become their easiest targets. I also open up about my own workplace experience with a narcissist, and the key reason I was able to step away quickly: boundaries . In this e...

This week, I had an unexpected epiphany. I realised the experience I once believed was “just a work story” was actually rooted much deeper, stretching all the way back to my younger days. And with that realization, something inside me finally unlocked. I felt a sense of freedom I didn’t expect. Today, I open up about my journey with narcissistic personalities — how they charm, mirror, manipulate,...

😢這一集的最後90秒是含淚完成的；想到身邊的好朋友們、以及那個在極度負面衝突環境下長大的小時候的我。 獻給所有還在糾結、準備離開或已經大步踏出的妳和你。我支持你們。❤️ ------------------------------------------------------------------- 在這一集裡，我想和你聊一個常被忽略、卻深深影響孩子一生的重要主題—— 衝突中的家庭環境，以及離婚其實可以是和平而有尊重的選擇 。 最近看到一篇報導：一對從年輕在一起的明星夫...

In this episode, I sit down on the night of the final Supermoon of 2025 to reflect on what this moment means for all of us. Whether you’re someone who follows astrology, appreciates the natural beauty of the sky, or simply feels that life has been shifting in unexpected ways lately — this conversation is for you. I share my personal thoughts on why this last Supermoon symbolizes closure, clarity,...

In this episode, I reflect on the powerful teachings of Dr. Gabor Maté — a Canadian physician and author whose work on trauma, childhood development, and human behavior deeply inspires me. I explore how our earliest experiences, even from the womb, shape the way we respond to the world as adults — in our relationships, our parenting, and even in leadership. I talk about the often-overlooked emotio...

✨ You Are Enough – Lessons in People Leadership In this reflective episode, I share insights inspired by a recent conversation with friends — about the challenges and beauty of becoming a people manager. Transitioning from managing projects to leading people is never just about experience or seniority. It’s about understanding others, providing clarity, and building trust. I talk about what it tr...

Today, I reflect on a powerful scene from the movie Up in the Air (2009) that sparked deep thoughts about work, purpose, and the corporate world. From the excitement of starting a first job to chasing promotions and building a career, many of us unknowingly buy into what I now see as one of the biggest sales pitches of our lives: the idea of the career ladder. I’m not here to say it’s wrong — I’ve...

在這一集裡，Michelle 與大家聊聊 「斷捨離」 的背景與核心精神。從日本山下英子提出的概念出發，帶我們理解「斷、捨、離」三個步驟如何幫助我們減少不必要的消費，放下堆積已久的物品，並逐步脫離對物質的執著。 這不僅是一種整理生活環境的方法，更是淨化心靈、找到內在平衡的重要過程。Michelle 也分享了自己在練習瑜伽與心靈簡化過程中的體悟，帶領大家思考：如何透過日常小小的改變，讓生活更清爽、自在與平和。 #斷捨離 #極...

In this episode of Walk With Mii , I share reflections from my ongoing memoir project and the journaling practice that brought me back to my childhood experiences. These memories naturally connect to my thoughts on leadership—both in the workplace and at home. I talk about how parenthood reshapes us, how the partnership between parents deeply influences children, and why leadership is not only abo...

In this follow-up to my Managing Upwards episode, I share real experiences of working with different types of leaders throughout my career—spanning cultures, countries, and industries. From self-centered managers and family business owners to inspiring mentors and even narcissistic leaders, each encounter taught me valuable lessons about resilience, boundaries, and leadership growth. This episode...

在職場裡，我們常常被環境、同事、上司，甚至無止盡的會議和目標所包圍，久而久之，情緒與壓力好像成了生活的一部分。離開職場後，我開始從另一個角度去觀察這些現象，也重新理解了「界線」的重要性。 這一集，我想和你聊聊： 為什麼我們容易把「工作」與「人生」混為一談？ 健康的界線該怎麼建立？ 為什麼團隊不是「家人」，而真正的家人與我們的關係又有什麼不同？ 如何在尊重工作的同時，也能專注於自己的生活與心靈？ 最終，我...

In this episode of Walk With Mii , I unpack the art of managing upwards — not as office politics, but as a genuine act of partnership. From my own leadership experience, I share why the question “How can I help you?” is the ultimate starting point, and how shifting your mindset from self-focus to shared goals can transform your working relationships. I also break down 7 practical strategies to bec...