True Story London Podcast 14 - Not Just a Walking Head w/Dee Gibson
Dee's Cultural and Career Journey
- Dee Gibson shares her story of growing up between Sri Lankan cultural expectations and British schooling, leading to a career path chosen for her by her parents.
- She lived as a 'walking head' for years, feeling disconnected from her body and true desires, culminating in panic attacks that forced change.
Fiancé's Death and Aftermath
- Shortly after ending her engagement, Dee was told her fiancé died in an accident.
- This tragic loss deeply affected her but also became a catalyst for redefining her life.
How Dee Gibson Broke Free from Expectations to Build Her Dream Life
Dee Gibson shares her journey of realizing she was "just a walking head"—living a life dictated by others' expectations and ignoring her own desires.
She highlights the importance of listening to your intuition and the body’s signals, sharing how severe anxiety forced her to confront her dissatisfaction and make radical life changes.
Despite coming from a traditional Sri Lankan background with strict career expectations, Dee chose to leave a finance career and pursue her passion for architecture and design.
Her story culminates with a transformative trip back to Sri Lanka where she made the bold decision to build a boutique hotel, fully embracing her creativity and identity.
She emphasizes the power of being fully embodied, connected with emotions and intuition, rather than living disembodied through the mind alone.