Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane

A provocative allegory to help individuals and leaders develop a sense of their true identity, permission to dream, and courage to transform

An allegory about an origami crane's dream of becoming a paper plane, Unfolded imparts a philosophy and strategy to help leaders meet their full potential, cultivate better relationships, and grow their leadership capacity. Through purposeful storytelling, the book encourages listeners to join a journey of transformation, self-acceptance, and expression, helping them unpack their identity and build confidence in themselves.

Listeners will learn how to look within to navigate their lives and about the importance of understanding the internal map of their life story, lived experiences, lessons learned, and shaping relationships. This book gives listeners permission to dream and shows listeners how to:

• Work with your feelings of self-doubt, fear, shame, guilt, and judgment when taking the next step forward • See play as practice in disguise, and trying as intentional practice • Track stories, maps, creases, folds, and dreams to look at your life and learn something important

This audiobook includes a bonus afterword not included in the print edition.

© 2025 Ascent Audio (Audiobook): 9781663755483

Release date

Audiobook: 19 August 2025