Welcome to Good Girl Deprogramming 🌟
Welcome to Good Girl Deprogramming, a vibrant and supportive community dedicated to helping women break free from societal expectations and rediscover their true selves. This is more than just a newsletter—it's a movement. Here, you'll find stories of resilience, tools for transformation, and the encouragement you need to shake off the "Good Girl" conditioning and step into your full power.
About Me
Hi, I’m Michelle Minnikin. I’m a Chartered Organisational Psychologist with over 20 years of experience in leadership development and personal growth. Throughout my journey, I've seen firsthand how societal pressures can stifle women's potential, keeping us small, compliant, and exhausted.
But here's what I've learned: there's another way to live. Through self-awareness, resilience, and the courage to challenge ingrained beliefs, we can deprogram ourselves from the societal scripts that no longer serve us. My mission is to empower women to live their most authentic lives, both personally and professionally, free from the chains of coercive control.
Through Good Girl Deprogramming, I’m here to help women:
Recognise the subtle and not-so-subtle ways society conditions us to stay small and compliant.
Find their "rebellion gang"—a circle of supportive women committed to breaking free of these outdated norms.
Reclaim their authenticity and live boldly, unapologetically, and powerfully.
Our Community
This isn’t just a space to read content—it's a space to grow, connect, and take action. Here’s what you can expect:
Articles and Insights: Deep dives into the concepts and strategies from my Good Girl Deprogramming book.
Interactive Content: Monthly Q&A sessions, polls, and community discussions where we learn from each other.
Case Studies: Real-life examples of women who have gone through the deprogramming process and emerged stronger.
Exclusive Resources: Workshops, books, and tools designed to support your deprogramming journey.
Together, we’re building something powerful. This is a place where you can question societal norms, redefine your path, and find a community of like-minded women doing the same.
Why Subscribe?
By subscribing, you'll receive regular insights, advice, and practical tips on how to deprogram from societal expectations and start living authentically. My goal is to help you create positive changes in your life, work and relationships.
Stay Connected: Every new post is sent directly to your inbox, ensuring you never miss an update.
Exclusive Content: Paid subscribers gain access to premium content, including audio features, community discussions, and live events.
Join the Movement: This isn’t just a newsletter—it’s a collective effort to challenge and rewrite the story of what it means to be a woman today.
Join The Good Girl Rebellion Gang!
You don’t need to pay to be part of this community. I’m delighted to have you here.
By choosing the free option, you'll get at least one newsletter a week, plus occasional surprises and bonuses.
If you want to join the paid subscription (The Good Girl Rebellion Gang), this is what you’ll get
Monthly ‘Good Girl Rebellion Gang’ calls - join me for a live 90-minute Zoom session where we dive deeper into aspects of Good Girl Conditioning, make friends and support each other.
Monthly ‘Ask Me Anything’ posts - your chance to engage directly with me on the topics that matter most to you.
Training & Workbooks - as we develop new workshops, you’ll get free access to these too!
Chat section access - paid subscribers can join me in the ‘Chat’ section of Substack, where you can start your own relevant threads and connect with our community.
An annual subscription costs £60 which includes all of the above and two months free (as paying the £6 monthly fee ends up costing £72 per year).
You can also become a Founding Member for £240—for which I would be eternally grateful. This includes all of the above plus a private 60-minute Zoom call with me to talk about anything you want!
If for any reason you are unable to pay but are eager to engage, please reach out to me at michelle@workpirates.com and we’ll work it out.
Community Guidelines
In this space, we prioritise respect, authenticity, and the courage to set boundaries. Here’s what we expect from everyone:
Respect First: Respect for yourself and others is non-negotiable. This means being honest and direct while recognising that everyone here is on their own journey. Advocate for yourself without feeling pressured to prioritise others' comfort over your own needs.
No People Fixing or Unsolicited Advice: This is a space for exploration, not for being fixed. Offering unsolicited advice often places an additional burden on women and detracts from the power of simply being heard. Let’s honour each other's autonomy and allow space for reflection without jumping in to fix things.
Engagement Encouraged: Disagreement is welcome—respectful, constructive discussion helps us grow and rethink our perspectives.
Boundaries Are Essential: Setting boundaries is a form of self-care. We support your right to prioritise your needs and will respect those boundaries.
See you in the community!
Mx
