In a world full of labels and unspoken rules, it’s easy to overthink connecting with someone different from you. In this candid episode, Savannah Hauk shares her journey as a dual-gender individual and offers practical ways to bridge differences at work and beyond. From asking respectful questions to honoring boundaries, when we lead with kindness, curiosity, and respect, inclusivity becomes effortless.

Key takeaways to listen for

• An approach that opens the door to safer and more open conversations

• Understanding what a long stare might really mean why it isn’t always malicious

• Why it’s important to know when and how to approach sensitive topics

• How listening to personal stories can broaden perspective, deepen empathy, and validate connections

• The importance of recognizing when assumptions stem from conditioning rather than truth

Resources mentioned in this episode

• TEDx Talks

• Google

• Living with Crossdressing: Defining a New Normal | Kindle and Paperback

• Living with Crossdressing: Discovering Your True Identity | Kindle and Paperback

• Gender 101 | Kindle and Paperback

About Savannah Hauk

Savannah Hauk is a dual-gender author, speaker, advocate, and co-host of The Fox and the Phoenix Podcast. Best known for her Living with Crossdressing book series, she provides insight, education, and encouragement to gender-expansive individuals and the people who love them. Her work extends beyond the page through TEDx talks, conference workshops, and community events that foster understanding between the LGBTQ+ community and the wider world. Combining personal storytelling with practical advocacy, Savannah inspires others to live authentically, embrace self-acceptance, and create space for compassionate, curiosity-driven conversations.

Connect with Savannah

• Website: Savannah Hauk

• Podcast: The Fox and the Phoenix | Apple Podcasts and Spotify

• LinkedIn: Savannah Hauk

• Instagram: @savannahhauk

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