Andrele's Podcast

Distance marks the space between two things. This could be physical, emotional, temporal and more. And very often the distance between these two come with a measurement that will determine if the progress in distance was good. Our opinion determines if the distance gained was good, healthy or successful. So as we find ourselves at the start of a New Year, how are you measuring the distance you've achieved? Join me as we reflect on the perspective we use to gauge our progress.

Thanksgiving is a time that often causes is us to slow down and recognize the different things in our lives that we are grateful for. It's easy to look outside and around for things to be grateful for. Have you ever looked internally and given thanks for who you are and what you've been gifted with? We don't need to be accepting an award to be thankful for our gifts and what we're able to do. Join me this week as I explore the value of being grateful for who we are.

Often times the parable of the talents has us focused on what the servant did not do. While that is a big component of the moral in this story. There is one that is often not considered, that is, he was chosen for the task. What does that say about him? What does his actions say about his perspective of himself? Which one is true? That of the master of the servant?

Is One truly the loneliest number? Or is it the first of many, the number that starts it all, the simplest strategy and most effective one? The first thing to focus on, that one thing that will set you up to get where you're going.Join me as I discuss the true power of one contrary to what we're socialized to believe. Consider with me the value behind a different kind of focus that will allow you to reach your goals and open up doors to other dreams and passions.

What are your motives? What is the intention behind your actions? Your relationships? Your habits? We all have them. Some of us are operating within the integrity of who we are and are desired end goal. While other times we may have fallen away from our motives and are being more reactive to external stimuli rather than our internal compass. Consider your motives and how they're working for you. Take a listen to this weeks episode as I delve into motives.

Repetition is not always fun, yet it is often the necessary component to growth. As we find ourselves in a unique time of quarantine, I have found myself repeating things on many fronts and have realized that my perspective of repetition could stand to be revisited. Repetition is what separates great from average. The more often you can repeat a thing the stronger you'll become at your craft. Listen to my newfound perspective on repetition in this weeks podcast!

We're often told not to look back and only move forward. This is certainly some good advice if you find yourself stuck in your past. There is a difference between looking back and dwelling. What if I told you looking back can help serve you as you stand where you are preparing to move forward in what may seem daunting? Consider your past as an opportunity for you to draw some encouragement and wisdom. Look back so you can be fortified as you prepare to move forward. Listen to this weeks episode and be encouraged.

The day between Good Friday and Easter Sunday. The day when they didn't know what was going to happen but we know how it ended. The day in-between was a long one, a dark one and hard one because they didn't know He'd resurrect. I know I've lived and am living in-between moments in my life and am encouraged in this Easter season that there is another side to the in-between and we win. Listen in on what you can do while in the in-between.

A different perspective can give you a new narrative in moments that could feel overwhelming. We are living through new times that require living very differently. I'd like to propose using a new perspective as an tool to help shift your mindset and utilize the time you have differently. Listen in on my thoughts on perspective.

Is our self-care influenced by our self-worth? Does our self-worth fuel our self-care? What are the barriers that prevent you from practicing self-care? Or do you seem to do fine in that arena but someone you love has trouble practicing self-care? In this episode we explore the idea of self-care and how it is connected to our self-worth. We consider the barriers and some strategies to better connect with yourself in order to recognize when you're setting yourself up. Listen in on my conversation with Doris Monger and Alliston Thomas as we discuss self-care and what it looks like for us.

How do people do it and get started on their passion projects?How do they connect what they do by day and bring it into the passions they practice by night. Sometimes hearing someone else's beginnings can be inspiring or encouraging. Hearing the journey of another can de-mystify the journey you are avoiding.Join me by listening to my conversation with the host of Drew vs. The World and how he started podcasting. His inspiring story will invite you to consider what stage you may be in with your personal goal and it may shave off some time on any stand still you may be experiencing.

How are Legends made?What makes a person legendary?Who do you deem as legendary from your perspective?Each person can likely name a person they consider to be legendary. That person would’ve likely impacted their lives in a way that has changed their thoughts, impacted their experiences and crafted their memories. We each have the opportunity to be legendary and in doing so we begin the process of leaving a legacy. Tune in to this weeks episode as this topic is explored with music and life enthusiast Carl Gillispie.

Relationships can be misleading. Understanding where people stand when it comes to your friendships is a pretty big deal. This factor often determines what you expect and what you should invest. Do you have a strategy for recognizing the different kinds of relationships in your life? Do you know who you can trust with what? Do you know who you can turn to in times of need or celebration?How you perceive your relationships can either allow you to grow and maintain focus on your priorities and your purpose or they can create a lot of heartache, frustration and confusion. I want them to help you grow and want to invite you to consider your current relationships so you can prioritize them accordingly. Tune in to this episode and listen in on a conversation with Alliston Thomas on relationship building.

The word when is used frequently in our storytelling and in lines of questioning. It allows us to define, clarify and elaborate. It becomes unfortunate when, when becomes a barrier to the next step in our lives. Has the month of January come to an end without you making concrete headway on your vision for 2020? Has the word 'when' interfered with your taking action? Do you need to answer your personal questions of 'when will..?' or reframe your 'when I...then I" statements in order to progress? If this is you or you just need a reminder of your part in moving the needle on your purpose, take a moment and listen to today's episode.

Are you setting goals or mapping out your vision? There is a difference between setting a goal and casting a vision. A goal that is not tied to a vision can lead to discouragement and difficulty sticking to a plan. Setting a vision allows you to be strategic and intentional about the goals you set for yourself and ultimately lead to feeling more accomplished. Consider your plans for 2020 and see if you need to cast your vision.

Time. A commodity we each receive in equal doses, yet may not necessarily have the same to show for it. Just like cash, how we invest our time will determine the return on investment we can anticipate. How are you investing your time? What do you see around you that is a reflection of how your time was spent? Do you need to reconsider how it is used? Do you need to continue on the same path with tweaks for improvement?Let's consider time and how we can ensure we are winning and learning as we embark on new journeys or attacking the goals set.

Being you should not involve suppressing your uniqueness or individuality. Honoring yourself and your person by allowing your true self to be displayed is the greatest gift you can offer the world around you. When you celebrate yourself you give others permission to celebrate and enjoy your gifts. Gotta minute, take a listen to the latest installation of Andrele's Podcast

We can sometimes feel pulled towards a course of action that cannot be explained. Trying to rationalize the internal sensing or knowing is only natural but often leads to dissonance in our being. We find ourselves pulled into polar opposites trying to accomplish one goal. Our intuition may not always make sense but it's purpose is to serve you and help guide you on your path. Learning to recognize and trust that nudging is the task at hand.

Relationships are hard to come by, so it is understandable that we often stick them out long after they have expired. You could turn a blind eye to these scenarios but have you considered the toxicity of the relationship? Have you considered how it may be interfering with the achievement of the goals you have set for yourself? Or have you developed new skills such as conflict resolution, boundary setting, etc.? Relationships are a crucial part of our individual development. Just as they can help build us they can also be(become) destructive to us. Remaining present in your relationships enough to recognize the signs of where you are in that friendship in order to continue to tend to that relationship or to prune it out of your life for your health. Listen to this latest installation where Mental Health professional Tanika Barber and I reflect on how to manage relationships, how to determine the health of your relationships and the personal work that needs to be done in order to effectively manage and maintain them.

Have you ever heard the message, 'Not enough' reverberate in your mind. Particularly during moments you were exposed to something new? Or once you reached a certain milestone? Rather than celebrate and delve deeper the pesky voice is trying to make you believe that you are insufficient and not enough. Well, today I want to be an external voice letting you know you are More than enough and that you have More than enough to embark on the journey of your purpose. Check this episode to hear my experience with my pesky voice and see if you can record a new message to counter the lies of 'not enough'.

Learning to bend like a palm tree is important if you want to ensure you don't find yourself stuck in a whirlwind of emotions and frustrations. Life will happen and it will often happen outside of the plans and boxes we've created. Listen to how I approach managing disappointments and bending in order for me to not break.

We cannot allow everything and/or everyone to be able to offend us. Getting offended can take you off your game and distract you from what you are really working on. Have you ever considered maybe you're not offended? Maybe you've just been tagged it and have taken on someone else's baggage? Listen to today's podcast on taking offense and steps to take manage feeling offended.

There are some seasons in our life where we find ourselves growing and evolving into something new, moving into a new dimension of life. These changes are great and are likely to position you positively in the next stage of your life. While something great may be happening in your life, there can sometimes also arise new strain and tension in your relationships. How could something so good, cause a negative reaction? How can we continue to push forward when our surroundings try to hold us back?

We all have something in our hands that is meant to serve us. We may have trouble recognizing what that thing is because we do it so effortlessly and don't consider it as something of great value. The thing in your hand may not be of great value in someone else's incapable hands but in yours it is priceless.What do you have that serves you regularly, and has remained one of your best kept secrets? Pull it out, give it a second look. You'll be surprised at what you had all along.

Daily we exercise our response-ability through our choices and actions. Have you considered the call to action you encounter on a daily and how they may be connected to your purpose and passion? In this podcast I present some perspective on gaining clarity on your purpose if it seems to continue to elude you.

Fear and the role it plays in our lives. How is fear impacting you? Is fear getting in the way of your goals? Fear cannot be avoided but it can be re-framed and re-purposed. You are not alone in your experience with fear and there are many who have proven fear can be overcome. We can choose to allow it to paralyze us or we can turn around and use it as fuel to activate our dreams and goals. Let's activate and kick fear to the curb...or at least the back seat!

An introduction to some and Re-introduction to others. A quick introduction sharing about what can be expected on this podcast. Good conversation, deeeep thoughts, connection to others and a re-connection with self.