For years, Hex approached social situations with a confident ‘mask’ that left them drained and disconnected. Through gentle drama, play and shared understanding, they discovered new ways of showing up that feel authentic, freeing and fun. Now Hex is speaking up, sharing their poetry, trying new creative paths and expressing what they truly want. Here’s their story.

Lucy had lived with social and general anxiety all her life and dreaded speaking off the cuff at work. Nervous about joining a Gutsy course, she feared it might be like past trainings that left her feeling worse. Instead, she discovered play, kindness and unexpected fun that shifted her relationship with confidence. Here’s her story.