Siena Lee-Tajiri is one half of the acoustic music duo, “Siena & Toast” which is known for their harmonies and easy, coffeehouse style. They have performed with and co-written many songs for multiple Grammy award winners such as Daniel Ho. Siena has also sang backgrounds for Emmy award winner Faith Rivera. In addition to her love for music, Siena and her partner Toast have a podcast dedicated to all things that comfort the soul through their loves, including spirituality, cats, food, and music.
Siena shares how her grandmother’s passing helped her reinforce confidence in herself to be the woman that she is today and create a bigger impact in the world. Check out her episode to listen to her story.
Bio
Siena Lee-Tajiri is one half of the acoustic music duo, “Siena & Toast.”
Cultural Background
Siena is of Filipino, Japanese, Okinawan, Chinese, & Korean descent.
Favorite Self Confidence Quote
When you stop caring about what others think of you, you have more room to love them.
Definition of Self Confidence
Self confidence is being willing to be vulnerable to shine bright because you’re grounded in the Truth that you matter.
Her Life Before the Discovery of Self Confidence
Siena used to be stressed out and would constantly seek approval from others.
The “AHA” Moment
Siena’s most recent AHA moment was her grandmother passing. She realized her grandmother sacrificed so much for her and she was playing small.
Her Life After the Discovery of Self Confidence
Siena cultivates and reinforces self-confidence since she know it is a daily practice. But in general, she feels a sense that she is part of something greater than herself. This is such a good reminder that it’s not all about her and that she is just a part of a bigger picture.
The One Self Confidence Tip For the Listener
Get comfortable with being uncomfortable.