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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2555: Stella Grizont explores how frustration with others often mirrors something deeper within ourselves, offering a powerful mindset shift to foster empathy and emotional clarity. By reframing your triggers as insights, you can transform irritation into self-awareness and strengthen your relationships. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.woopaah.com/blog/2018/3/6/how-to-stop-feeling-frustrated-with-someone Quotes to ponder: "Frustration is often a mirror, not a window." "Every time we get upset with someone, it's an opportunity to learn something about ourselves." "The behavior that frustrates you most in someone else is likely something you reject in yourself." Episode references: The Language of Emotions by Karla McLaren: https://www.amazon.com/Language-Emotions-What-Feelings-Trying/dp/1591797691 Nonviolent Communication by Marshall B. Rosenberg: https://www.amazon.com/Nonviolent-Communication-Language-Life-Changing-Relationships/dp/189200528X The Work by Byron Katie: https://thework.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Success isn't just about how hard you work. It's also about who's advocating for you even when you're not in the room. In this episode, Debbie talks with Rosalind Chow, an associate professor at Carnegie Mellon University, about her new book, The Doors You Can Open A New Way to Network, Build Trust, and Use Your Influence to Create a More Inclusive Workplace.  They get into the real difference between mentorship and sponsorship, why both matter, and how having the right sponsor can completely change the game for your career.  Rosalind shares her perspective on the challenges of systemic racism and inclusion and how being intentional about sponsorship can actually create real opportunities for people who need them. Concluding the interview, Debbie and Yael give their take on what it means to build relationships that open doors, not just for ourselves but for others, too. Listen and Learn:  When systemic solutions fade, what can individuals do? How sponsorship, not mentorship, breaks barriers for marginalized professionals How power dynamics in mentorship can shape careers and why sponsorship may be the real key to success Rethinking networking and how shifting from power moves to collective problem-solving can build real influence Sponsorship vs. mentorship: why trust flows differently, and why sponsors take the biggest career risks Can sponsorship fight bias, or does it reinforce it? How Kristin became the unlikely leader of a program for Black professionals and won over skeptics How sponsoring a colleague led Kristin to a Harvard Business Review article and a career boost Resources:  Rosalind's website: https://www.rosalindchow.com/ The Doors You Can Open: A New Way to Network, Build Trust, and Use Your Influence to Create a More Inclusive Workplace: https://bookshop.org/a/30734/9781541702752 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosalind-chow-6b25541b0/ About Rosalind Chow Rosalind Chow is an Associate Professor of Organizational Behavior and Theory at Carnegie Mellon University, where she studies the power of social hierarchy and its impact on diversity and inclusion efforts within organizations. She uses her research expertise to direct executive leadership programs aimed at accelerating participants' careers, with a particular focus on the advancement of women and members of marginalized groups. Her forthcoming book, The Doors You Can Open (PublicAffairs, April 8, 2025), introduces the concept of sponsorship as a way we can use our social connections to change the relationships we have with other people and the relationships that other people have with one another in the service of creating greater communal good. Related Episodes:  299. Leadership and the Changing Workplace with Chris Shipley 290. Shared Sisterhood: Collective Action for Racial and Gender Equity at Work with Tina Opie and Beth Livingston 185. Good Guys: Allies in the Workplace with Brad Johnson and David Smith 389. Generational Differences in the Workplace with Michelle Quist Ryder 357. Is Your Work Worth It? How to Think About Meaningful Work with Jennifer Tosti-Kharas and Christopher Wong Michaelson 347. Job Changes & Career Pivots with Paula Brand  276. Assertive Communication Skills with Randy Paterson  265. The Power of Emotions at Work with Karla McLaren  107. Playing Big with Tara Mohr  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maria Esguerra escaped the Children of God at the age of 22 with her two children who have disabilities. Maria's firsthand experience drives her passion to support fellow survivors of cults and institutions, advocating for specialised understanding, interventions and access to governmental schemes such as Redress. Maria has actively engaged in media and advocacy efforts to raise awareness about the challenges faced by people escaping coercive environments. She founded a support group for second and multi-generational survivors (also referred to as SGAs or MGAs) from all cults. It addresses the devastating impacts from these groups, including abuse, denial of basic rights and forced labour. Maria is also a psychologist and the founder of Assessable.Links:Maria Esguerra — LinktreeMaria Esguerra — Director at AssessableDecult profile — Maria's information at the recent Decult ConferenceI lived under the so-called 'law of love' and it was terrifying – cult survivor — by Ryan Boswell, 1News, 17 October 2024CIFS Australia — Cult Information & Family SupportThe Olive Leaf NetworkEscaping Utopia — by Janja Lalich & Karla McLaren, Routledge, 2017The Strange Situation Experiment — more about Mary Ainsworth's work on attachment theoryErikson's stages of psychosocial development — more about Erik Erikson's workMake it Meaningful: How to find purpose in life and work — by Debbie Haski-Leventhal, Simon & Schuster, 2023Walking Free from the Trauma of Coercive, Cultic and Spiritual Abuse: A Workbook for Recovery and Growth — by Gillie Jenkinson, Routledge, 2023Stop Religious Coercion Australia — Advocacy group started by a former Geelong Revival Centre memberWriting to Reckon — Gerette Buglion's workshops, retreats, journal, and moreYou can support us on Patreon. Sarah Steel's book Do As I Say is available on audiobook. Subscribe and support the production of this independent podcast, and you can access early + ad-free episodes at https://plus.acast.com/s/lets-talk-about-sects. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if the emotions we've been taught to suppress are actually the keys to our deepest wisdom? Today, we delve into this provocative idea with Karla McLaren, M.Ed., an award-winning author and researcher whose empathic approach to emotions revalues even the most "negative" emotions and opens startling new pathways into self-awareness, effective communication, and healthy empathy. Karen's acclaimed book, The Language of Emotions: What Your Feelings Are Trying to Tell You, challenges us to embrace our full emotional spectrum. Karla is also the developer of the EmpathyAcademy.org learning site, where you can learn robust emotional skills and healthy empathy in a welcoming online community. In this conversation Karla shares how honoring our emotions can lead to profound personal transformation.Episode highlights:01:38 Karla's Grand Unified Theory of Emotions04:16 Understanding and Engaging with Anger08:10 Decoding Jealousy and Its Messages14:46 Exploring Envy: Cultural Perspectives and Social Justice21:09 Anxiety: A Valuable and Necessary Emotion26:57 Valuing the Unsheltered and Elderly28:08 The Nuclear Family and Community Care29:55 Understanding Anxiety and Panic31:27 Task-Oriented vs. Deadline-Oriented34:23 Procrastination and Creativity38:56 Empathy as a Skill45:33 The Impact of Digital Communication on Empathy49:36 Dynamic Emotional Integration Framework52:40 Upcoming Courses and ResourcesResources mentioned:Karla McLaren, M.Ed.EmpathyAcademy.orgThe Language of Emotions: What Your Feelings Are Trying to Tell YouGuest's social handles:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KarlaMcLarenAuthorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/karlamclaren.m.ed/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/KarlaMcLarenP.S. If you enjoy this episode and feel it helps to elevate your life, please give us a rating or review. And if you feel others may benefit from this podcast as well, spread the word, share and help grow our tribe of Superhumans. When we help heal One, we help heal All. Much gratitude and love.Yours,Ariane

If you're feeling anxious, meditation and mindfulness may not be the answer. Instead, author KARLA McLAREN would advise us to sit with the feelings of anxiety and hear the useful messages they're bringing to help us cope with a tricky situation.  In this episode, Andrew and Karla discuss: How anger, shame and sadness can be the bearers of crucial information. “Negative” emotions and the skills and energy they can provide. Why understanding our emotions is so hard.  How to engage with challenging emotions, when society has taught many of us it's better to repress them.  Karla McLaren, M.Ed. is an award-winning author, educator, workplace consultant, and social science researcher. Her work revalues even the most “negative” emotions and opens startling new pathways into self-awareness, effective communication, and healthy empathy. She is the founder and CEO of Emotion Dynamics Inc. She is also the author of many books, including The Language of Emotions, The Power of Emotions at Work, and Embracing Anxiety, and she is the developer of the online learning site Empathy Academy.  If You're Looking for More…. You can subscribe to The Meaningful Life (via Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts) and hear a bonus mini-episode every week. Or you can join our Supporters Club on Patreon to also access exclusive behind-the-scenes content, fan requests  and the chance to ask Andrew your own questions. Membership starts at just £4.50.  This week supporters will hear: How to Deal With Confusion Three Things Karla McLaren knows to be true.  AND subscribers also access all of our previous bonus content - a rich trove of insight on love, life and meaning created by Andrew and his interviewees. Follow Up Get Andrew's free guide to difficult conversations with your partner: How to Tell Your Partner Difficult Things  Take a look at Andrew's new online relationship course: My Best Relationship Tools  Read Karla McLaren's new book The Language of Emotions Workbook  Read Karla McLaren's other books  Visit Karla McLaren's website   Find out about upcoming courses at the online learning site developed by Karla McLaren,  Empathy Academy Follow Karla McLaren @KarlaMcLarenAuthor on Facebook, @karlamclaren.m.ed on Instagram, @EmotionDynamics on YouTube and on LinkedIn.    Andrew offers regular advice on love, marriage and finding meaning in your life via his social channels. Follow him on Twitter, Facebook and YouTube @andrewgmarshall   

In today's episode, we are bringing you a compilation of moments from the best interviews of 2024, covering everything from emotional mastery to productivity, building relationships, leadership, overcoming challenges, and living with purpose. Join us for a dynamic journey through some of the most impactful conversations from the past year, featuring insights from world-class experts across business, psychology, and personal development. How can understanding emotions transform your relationships? Why is slow productivity the key to long-term success? What role does empathy play in navigating workplace dynamics? In this special episode, we unpack these themes and more, and our hosts, Johnny Dzubak and AJ Harbinger, tie it all together with actionable takeaways to inspire, motivate, and transform your life. Don't miss this opportunity to reflect on the hidden forces shaping your behavior and uncover strategies to elevate your relationships, career, and purpose. What to Listen For Introduction – 00:00:00 Why is this episode a must-listen for those seeking personal and professional growth? Emotional Mastery and Relationships – 00:02:16 Why is emotional vocabulary essential for self-awareness and deeper connections, according to Karla McLaren? How does labeling emotions help regulate them and improve relationships? What role does jealousy play as a “relational radar,” and how can it guide your behavior? Workplace Dynamics and Empathy – 00:14:26 How does empathy shape team dynamics, as explained by Dr. Tessa West? Why are networking and understanding workplace hierarchies critical for career success? What common missteps do professionals make when navigating workplace relationships? Redefining Productivity – 00:16:18 What is Cal Newport's concept of slow productivity, and how does it challenge traditional workplace norms? How can focusing on quality over activity help you avoid burnout and achieve more meaningful results? Why does pseudo-productivity dominate knowledge work, and how can you break free? Habits and Communication – 00:24:41 How can small preparatory actions, like setting intentions, drastically reduce workplace conflict? Why is self-awareness essential for creating effective communication habits? Winning the Work vs. Doing the Work – 00:28:27 What's the difference between delivering work and developing business relationships, according to Mo Bunnell? Why do skills that make you an expert often conflict with those needed to grow professionally? How can you master the shift to winning work while maintaining your technical expertise? High Performance and Resilience – 00:30:22 What are the key principles of performance psychology shared by Eric Potterat, inspired by Navy SEALs? Why is adaptability just as important as grit, according to Ross White? How can psychological flexibility help you navigate life's challenges and enhance performance? Overcoming Inner Challenges – 00:38:59 How does understanding personal baggage influence relationships and decision-making? Why is self-awareness crucial for achieving personal growth and happiness? Living with Purpose – 00:41:57 How does Jodi Wellman encourage us to confront mortality as a motivator for living fully? How can reflecting on your limited time inspire you to take action today? Unlocking the Unsaid – 00:45:54 Why do people often withhold valuable insights in relationships, according to Jeff Witzler? How can asking better questions deepen your connections and uncover hidden truths? What are the fears and barriers that prevent open communication, and how can you overcome them? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Karla McLaren , The Art of Empathy

Watch this episode to discover how Karla McLaren delves into the power of empathy and emotional understanding, sharing practical tools for emotional regulation and insights from her revised book, The Language of Emotions.  Karla McLaren is an award-winning author, educator, workplace consultant, and social science researcher. She is the author of The Art of Empathy, a guide to understanding and harnessing the power of empathy by offering valuable insights and practical techniques. In this episode, Karla draws from her deep empathy expertise to discuss a wide range of topics including the transformative power of empathy, emotional vocabulary, and "conscious complaining" for better connections across life contexts. 00:00   Preview 00:28   Introduction  00:18   About Karla McLaren 02:31   Karla's backstory 05:03   Karla's journey of learning from emotions 08:13   Practices to identify emotions 10:56   The importance of self-awareness 12:48   Why mindfulness helps us sense our emotions 15:18   Understanding empathic styles 17:45   What is the “state matching” form of empathy? 21:55   Empathic communication practices 25:18   How can parents read emotions with empathy? 30:22   Six fears of emotions 33:47   Strategies to overcome exam anxiety 37:11   Karla McLaren's Purposeful Empathy story CONNECT WITH ANITA ✩ Email purposefulempathy@gmail.com  ✩ Website https://www.anitanowak.com ✩ Buy a copy of Purposeful Empathy http://tiny.cc/PurposefulEmpathyCA ✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitanowak/ ✩ Instagram https://tinyurl.com/anitanowakinstagram ✩ Podcast Audio https://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyPodcast CONNECT WITH KARLA ✩ Email info@emotiondynamics.org ✩ Website https://karlamclaren.com/a-new-community-space/ ✩ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/karla-mclaren-m-ed-17b947a2/ ✩ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/karlamclaren.m.ed/ SHOW NOTES ✩ The Language of Emotions ✩ Empathy Academy Video edited by David Tsvariani

Intuition can manifest as a sudden, sharp knowing or as a slowly dawning certainty. Regardless of its speed, intuition carries a powerful sense of knowing, signaling us on a deep level, "Hey, pay attention. I have something to say."Intuition is a powerful force rarely spoken about openly. And when it is talked about, intuition is often seen as a vague, almost mystical whisper rather than a credible guide.What if embracing your intuition could lead you to tap into more of your power? What if, instead of dismissing odd symptoms or vivid dreams as mere quirks, you recognized them as valuable messages from your inner self and learned how to decode them? What if you could refine your intuition so it becomes a helpful guide when you need it most?Today, we'll explore how we can reclaim this essential part of ourselves and recognize intuition not as a mystical or unreliable force, but as a skill that integrates our most profound wisdom into our everyday lives. We'll debunk two harmful myths about intuition and then I'll guide you through an exercise to help you reclaim your wise, intuitive self.Listen to the full episode to hear:How our cultural emphasis on rationality and logic disconnects us from our intuition from a young ageWhy intuition acts as a complement to, not a competitor of, data and logicHow intuition reflects our experience and ability to recognize patterns in the world around usHow we can compensate for implicit bias in our intuitive thinkingHow intuition helps our “emotional radar” and supports our relationships with others and ourselvesA practice of listening to your yes and no to help you tune into your intuitionLearn more about Valerie Black:The Change AgencyBecoming Power NewsletterCoachingResources:Sister Outsider: Essays and Speeches, Audre LordeSources of Power: How People Make Decisions, Gary A. KleinBlink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking, Malcolm GladwellThinking, Fast and Slow, Daniel KahnemanEmotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ, Daniel GolemanThe Language of Emotions: What Your Feelings Are Trying to Tell You, Karla McLaren

It's been a while since we've had a guest on ​The Transforming Anxiety Podcast​, but I have some GOOD ones lined up for you in the coming months. And we're starting back in with interviews by talking with THE ​Karla McLaren​. I have been reading, leaning on, referencing, and using Karla's books since I first started down the path of this work. The Language of Emotions is one I don't even bother "putting away;" it just has its own spot on the edge of the bookshelf where I can easily grab it throughout the week when I'm teaching and talking with students. Because I DO. Heavy rotation, with that one. And she got to thinking, a few years after she published The Language of Emotions that *anxiety* kinda got left out. So she wrote another book: Embracing Anxiety. And I'll warn you, our conversation is a little bit long but, I hope, worth your time. She brings such clarity, levity, and stability to ALL of our emotions and the inner experience. ​Join me for this conversation on Embracing Anxiety with Karla McLaren​... Be Mindful, Not Anxious is open for enrollment! If you want to feel less anxious this fall, JOIN US! Click here to find out more and get signed up - we started Monday, September 16th, but it's not too late to join us! www.kellyhanlinmccormick.com/bemindfulnotanxious  Full show notes are located at: www.kellyhanlinmccormick.com/podcast/273  Be sure to join my email list so you don't miss announcements, new classes, and podcast updates by visiting www.kellyhanlinmccormick.com  Text PODCAST to +1 (816)354-1279 and I'll send mindfulness reminders, anxiety hacks, and little love notes your way from time to time...

In today's episode, we cover emotions and empathy with Karla McLaren, a renowned expert in emotional intelligence and empathy development. As an award-winning author, educator, and social science researcher, Karla dedicated her career to helping individuals and organizations understand and harness the power of emotions. She developed the "Six Essential Aspects of Empathy" model, which breaks down empathy into accessible and actionable steps, making it possible for everyone to enhance their emotional skills. Karla's books, including "The Language of Emotions," "The Power of Emotions at Work," and "Embracing Anxiety," offer transformative insights into revaluing even the most challenging emotions, turning them into pathways for self-awareness, effective communication, and healthier relationships.  Join us for an enlightening conversation with Karla McLaren as she unpacks the intricate language of emotions and the vital role they play in our daily lives. Ever wondered why certain emotions feel so overpowering or why we struggle to articulate what we're feeling? Karla breaks down the complexities of emotional intelligence and empathy, offering practical tools to expand your emotional vocabulary and improve your communication skills. We explore how emotions are not the enemies of rationality but essential allies in decision-making and relationship-building. Discover how to manage challenging emotions like anger and jealousy, set healthy boundaries, and develop a deeper connection with yourself and others.  What to Listen For Introduction – 00:00:00 Why do we often feel strong negative emotions even in our most loving relationships? How does vulnerability play a crucial role in the intensity of emotions experienced in close relationships? Introduction to Karla McLaren and her journey into exploring the language of emotions and empathy. Understanding Emotions – 00:02:46 What are emotions, and why are they essential to our rationality and decision-making? Why is it unhelpful to label emotions as simply ‘good' or ‘bad'? How does expanding your emotional vocabulary improve your self-awareness and emotional regulation? Building an Emotional Vocabulary – 00:05:28 What are the benefits of having a broader emotional vocabulary? How can identifying the intensity of emotions help you manage them more effectively? Practical steps to enhance your emotional vocabulary and how it can lead to better communication. Anger and Boundaries – 00:16:01 What is the true purpose of anger, and how does it relate to setting boundaries? Common misconceptions about anger and how they can lead to unhealthy expressions or repression. Strategies for managing anger constructively to maintain and reinforce personal boundaries. Resist Emotional Manipulation – 00:27:20 What easy questions can you ask yourself to figure out if/how someone is trying to convince you to do something or think a certain way? The Role of Jealousy – 00:32:36 What triggers jealousy, and why is it considered a crucial social emotion? How to differentiate between healthy jealousy that sets boundaries and unhealthy reactions driven by insecurity. Tips on addressing jealousy in relationships through clear communication and understanding personal needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bonus Short: From Episode 70 - Fear, Anxiety, and Panic: Unpacking the Emotions of Driving with guest Karla McLarenLink to Full Episode: https://pod.fo/e/184450Would you like to feature in a future Q&A podcast? Do you have a story that others might relate to? You can record a question about driving nerves or confidence that you would like us to answer on our Speak Pipe page. If you have a question, then there are likely to be others with the same or similar question so ask away and let's start helping more people to build their driving confidence! https://www.speakpipe.com/TheDrivingConfidencePodcastFind out more about how we can help transform the way you feel about driving and follow us on social media:The Drive Calm Journal:A Twelve-Week Prompt Journal for Anxious Drivers - available to buy in all formats on Amazon: https://amzn.eu/d/hdrzRKjThree levels of help on the Confident Drivers website:If you are looking for some free tools and advice, head to our free tools page, where you can sign up for our newsletter and request our Confident Driver coaching wheel.Free tools on our website: https://www.confidentdrivers.co.uk/freetoolsAre you ready to stop the search on social media and start taking action to overcome your driving concerns? Our Nervous Drivers Calming Kit has the online tools and video guides you need to master your driving anxiety. Get immediate access, starting from just £27Nervous Drivers Calming Kit: https://www.confidentdrivers.co.uk/nervous-drivers-calming-kitDo you know that you would like some individual support from us, to create a personalised plan with our help and added accountability to take action? Then our Driving Confidence coaching will help, we offer four different levels of help to suit your needs.One-to-One Driving Confidence Coaching:https://www.confidentdrivers.co.uk/drivingconfidencecoachingLeave us a Tip / Buy us a coffee:https://driving-confidence-podcast.captivate.fm/supportFollow or contact us on Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/confidentdriver/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/confidentdrivers/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtVucIvyC_2AX33zNL7-yoQPodcast NewsletterIf you would like us to keep you up to date with podcast episodes, click the most appropriate link for you:Individual driversDriving InstructorsMentioned in this episode:Find our Drive Calm Journal on...

I've stayed away from the topic of forgiveness here on SelfWork. Why? Because the word itself means very different things to different people – especially due to your culture or religious belief. But this week, I received an email from a listener that was so poignant AND was about forgiveness, that I've decided to talk about it, I've learned that there are emotions that are are important to acknowledge and work through in order to “get” to forgiveness. What are those emotions? Anger. And empathy. Let me say first… forgiveness isn't an emotion. It's a decision. A decision based on your beliefs, yes. But also based on information and emotional processing. And forgiveness doesn't mean returning to or trying to be okay with abuse or manipulation. So today once again, thank you to this listener for allowing us into her life in such a meaningful way. And I invite all of you to do the same – email me at  askdrmargaret@drmargaretrutherford.com. Vital Links:  Check out the work of Karla McLaren on anger and forgiveness. Dr. John Sommers-Flannagan's work on forgiveness Advertiser's Links: Have you been putting off getting help? It's 2024, and BetterHelp, the #1 online therapy provider, has a special offer for you now! You can hear more about this and many other topics by listening to my podcast, SelfWork with Dr. Margaret Rutherford. Subscribe to my website and receive my weekly newsletter including a blog post and podcast! If you'd like to join my FaceBook closed group, then click here and answer the membership questions! Welcome! My book entitled Perfectly Hidden Depression is available here! Its message is specifically for those with a struggle with strong perfectionism which acts to mask underlying emotional pain. But the many self-help techniques described can be used by everyone who chooses to begin to address emotions long hidden away that are clouding and sabotaging your current life. And there's another way to send me a message! You can record by clicking below and ask your question or make a comment. You'll have 90 seconds to do so and that time goes quickly. By recording, you're giving SelfWork (and me) permission to use your voice on the podcast. I'll look forward to hearing from you!      

How often do we listen to our emotions as messengers, guiding us towards a deeper understanding of ourselves, rather than just reactions to be managed or suppressed?  The latest episode of Journal with Jenny is a must-listen for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of themselves and their emotions through journaling. Jenny shares her personal insights from Karla McLaren's book, The Language of Emotions.  Emotions, often misunderstood, are actually powerful messengers that guide us toward self-awareness and growth. This episode is a heartfelt invitation to embrace your emotions, understand their messages, and use journaling for personal transformation.  Don't miss this episode that will guide you into emotional clarity.  Subscribe to Journal with Jenny, leave a five-star review, and share it with your friends.  Your path to emotional understanding and peace awaits.   Let's connect! Come journal with me!  Website: https://www.jennifertroester.com Instagram: @jennifertroesterwrites https://www.instagram.com/jennifertroesterwrites/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/jennifertroesterwrites/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jennifertroesterwrites Pinterst: https://www.pinterest.com/jtroesterwrites/ X: https://twitter.com/JournalHealGrow

Better sex, coping with strong emotions, healing your inner child and harnessing the power of compassion: these were some of the big themes that spoke to The Meaningful Life listeners in 2023. Jon from the Marshall Method team of therapists is Andrew's special guest for this New Year's Day episode. Andrew and Jon each choose their favourite episodes, and share highlights from them. These are the episodes chosen by Andrew and Jon as their 2023 favourites: What is the Feeling Trying to Tell Me? with Karla McLaren. Healing Your Lost Child with Robert Jackman Tantra: How to Make Your Lovemaking More Connected with Jan Day Slay Your Dragons With Compassion with Malcolm Stern How to Heal Stubborn & Inexplicable Health Problems with Sharon E. Martin Rites of Passage and Mentoring: How to Become an Adult with Conroy Harris Subscriber Content This Week If you're a subscriber to The Meaningful Life (via Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Patreon), this week you'll be hearing: Highlights from interviews with Avrum Weiss on Anxiety, and with Olivier Clerc on Forgiveness. AND subscribers also access all of our previous bonus content - a rich trove of insight on love, life and meaning created by Andrew and his interviewees. Follow Up Join our Supporters Club to access exclusive behind-the-scenes content, fan requests and the chance to ask Andrew your own questions. Membership starts at just £4.50. Book a counselling session with Jon or with one of the other Marshall Method team. Get Andrew's NEW free guide to difficult conversations with your partner: How to Tell Your Partner Difficult Things. Read Andrew's book I Love You But I'm Not In Love With You Read Andrew's new Substack newsletter The Meaningful Life, and join the community there. Andrew offers regular advice on love, marriage and finding meaning in your life via his social channels. Follow him on Twitter, Facebook and YouTube @andrewgmarshall 

We've been told that emotions are mostly problems. But nothing could be further from the truth. Emotions do not create problems; they contain the exact genius you need to solve those problems. My guest Karla McLaren believes that when we access the brilliant wisdom in our emotions we can create a deeply meaningful, healing, and awakened life. She'll share more with us today. Karla McLaren, M.Ed., is an award-winning author, social science researcher, and empathy innovator. She is CEO of Emotion Dynamics Inc., developer of Dynamic Emotional Integration®, and creator of the Empathy Academy. Karla is the author of several books including Embracing Anxiety and The Art of Empathy. In this interview, Karla takes us much deeper than naming or managing our feelings—she teaches us to honor them, reflect on their questions, and incorporate their wisdom into our lives.

I recently had the pleasure of chatting with emotion and empathy expert, Karla McLaren, about her new book, The Language of Emotions. In it, she shares a powerful definition of emotion from sociologist Dr. Arlie Hochschild“Emotion, I suggest, is a biologically given sense, and our most important one. Like other senses - hearing, touch, and smell - it is a means by which we know our relation to the world, and is therefore crucial to the survival of human beings in group life. Emotion is unique among the senses, however, because it is related not only to an orientation toward action, but also to an orientation toward cognition.”What changes when you think of your emotions as a ‘sense' rather than as a problem to be fixed? In the same way that we use our eyes, ears and fingers to take in information, we use our emotions to do the same. In order to fully access this sense, this tool of cognition, we must learn to soften in the presence of big emotion. For most of us, our innate response is to contract; to pull away from any emotion that feels too big, too loud, painful, messy or ugly - but the wisdom lies in softening. In this episode of The Mindful Minute, we talk about Big emotions and the feeling of trying to contain it rather than let it flowEmotions and the element of waterSoftening the edges of the bodyOtter dreams and walking through the gift shop with kids ;-) At the end, we practice softening the edges with a 20-minute guided meditation. Join me! Sign up for my newsletter at http://eepurl.com/dBYEUL to receive free mini meditations each month, creative musings, and more.Make a donation or learn more about my free offerings and live classes by visiting merylarnett.com.IG: @merylarnett                 #meditatewithmeryl

What if emotions weren't a problem? What if you didn't need to fix or change your emotions? What if they were actually not only helpful but vital to our survival? Today, I am delighted to share a conversation with author and researcher Karla McLaren. M.Ed. Karla is an emotions and empathy expert, and she's recently revised and updated one of her books, The Language of Emotions. In this conversation, Karla and I talk aboutEmotions as a sense rather than a problemAnxiety, panic and how to work with themBoundariesThe danger of spiritual bypassing in yoga & meditation communitiesWhy judgment isn't a bad thingChildren and big emotions4 keys to emotional geniusThis conversation is rich with helpful tools for embodying and embracing our emotional life. Be sure to listen all the way to the end - Karla shares a practice that is simple and powerfully effective for identifying and establishing boundaries and space. You can learn more about Karla at https://karlamclaren.com/ and https://empathyacademy.org/ And here is the free emotion chart for kids that Karla mentions: https://karlamclaren.com/free-emotions-charts-for-kids/Sign up for my newsletter at http://eepurl.com/dBYEUL to receive free mini meditations each month, creative musings, and more.Make a donation or learn more about my free offerings and live classes by visiting merylarnett.com.IG: @merylarnett                 #meditatewithmeryl

Ep#241 - The Energy of Emotions, An Interview with Empathy Expert and Author, Karla McLaren My guest today for this episode of Empowering Chats is Author and Empathy Expert, Karla McLaren. Her latest book, which is actually a  revised and updated version is chock full of wisdom and definition. It's called The Language of Emotions. What Your Feelings Are Trying to Tell You. When I got the book, I opened it up randomly and the chapter on the "nger Family" is what appeared for me. I was obviously supposed to read this chapter. It described my family and my issues to a “T.”  I found myself writing in the margins and starring what applied to me and/or my family. So, I asked Karla why the language of emotions? Why that title? She shared that the original title was "Emotional Genius" – but it felt like that title was too much and something that people would not relate to – so she and her editor kicked around other ideas for the title and came up with "The Language of Emotions." Karla goes on to explain that many people don't have a language for their emotions, they just know if it feels good or bad. And if you don't have a language for things then you don't understand it. Emotions hold a tremendous amount of energy and we've all seen what happens when we repress or carelessly express them. I know I saw it played out all the time through anger in my family.  This is a big book for a reason. Karla explains that there is no other book like it. There is no other book that dives deep into emotions and explains in detail how to talk about them. Karla even has a whole section dedicated to practices for working with feelings and building your empathy skills. Karla also offers an Empathy Academy. The courses offered, teach about one emotion or several emotions and how to incorporate words and language to identify what you are feeling. Karla shared the following as we came to the end of our interview. She said that our emotions are here to help us. She compared them to our rescue team, much like when EMTs or Firetrucks are called to a fire, our emotions come to our rescue when times are tough. They are the “firetrucks” of the soul, they are here to help us address our emotions. I love that! To learn more about Karla and the work she does please visit: KarlaMclaren.com To sign up for her Empathy Academy visit: KarlaMclaren.com/my-events To order her book or see her other books / products visit: KarlaMclaren.com/bookshop/ To learn more about how I show up in the world please visit: SusanBurrell.com

“Stop crying now”, “cheer up”, “what a lovely smile” - these are the kinds of messages most of us hear from infancy. Karla McLaren's work is all about undoing this learning, and valuing ALL of our emotions. Even though the way you work with emotions can have positive or negative outcomes, the emotions themselves are not good or bad. In fact, anger, shame or sadness are the bearers of important messages. And according to Karla, they also bring with them the skills and energy you'll need to cope in each situation.  Karla McLaren, M.Ed. is an award-winning author, educator, workplace consultant, and social science researcher. Her work revalues even the most “negative” emotions and opens startling new pathways into self-awareness, effective communication, and healthy empathy. She is the founder and CEO of Emotion Dynamics Inc. She is also the author of many books, including The Language of Emotions, The Power of Emotions at Work, and Embracing Anxiety, and she is the developer of the online learning site EmpathyAcademy.org. She is online at karlamclaren.com.   If You're Looking for More…. You can subscribe to The Meaningful Life (via Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts) and hear a bonus mini-episode every week. Or you can join our Supporters Club on Patreon to also access exclusive behind-the-scenes content, fan requests  and the chance to ask Andrew your own questions. Membership starts at just £4.50.  This week supporters will hear: ⭐️ Conscious Complaining ⭐️Three things Karla McLaren knows to be true. ⭐️AND subscribers also access all of our previous bonus content - a rich trove of insight on love, life and meaning created by Andrew and his interviewees. Follow Up Read Andrew's new Substack newsletter The Meaningful Life, and join the community there. Read Karla McLaren's new book The Language of Emotions  Read Karla McLaren's other books  Visit Karla McLaren's website Find out about upcoming courses at the online learning site developed by Karla McLaren,  Empathy Academy Follow Karla McLaren @KarlaMcLarenAuthor on Facebook, @karlamclaren.m.ed on Instagram, @EmotionDynamics on YouTube and on LinkedIn.    You might also be interested in our other episodes, including: Healing Your Lost Inner Child with Robert Jackman, or What Do You Really Want? With Charlotte Fox Weber.  Andrew offers regular advice on love, marriage and finding meaning in your life via his social channels. Follow him on Twitter, Facebook and YouTube @andrewgmarshall 

Do you know what your emotions really mean? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Karla McLaren, M.E.d., on her new book The Language of Emotions: What Your Feelings Are Trying to Tell You.#MomentsWithMarianne with host Marianne Pestana airs every Friday at 10AM PST/ 1PM EST in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate. Karla McLaren, M.Ed., is an award-winning author, researcher, workplace consultant, and empathy expert. Her grand unified theory of emotions revalues even the most “negative” emotions and opens new pathways to self-awareness, effective communication, and healthy empathy. Her applied work, Dynamic Emotional Integration®, is a groundbreaking process that reveals the genius and healing power within the emotional realm. karlamclaren.comFor more show information visit: www.MariannePestana.com#bookclub #readinglist #books #bookish #author #authorinterview #lifeskills #KMET1490AM #radioshow #communication #personalgrowth #personaldevelopment #selfimprovement #emotions #emotionalintelligence #healing #healingjourney

I explain how to know when boundary work is needed, how to use Christina Maslach's six sources of chronic stress (workload, values, reward, control, fairness, community) to find your boundary gaps, and I offer a meditation by Karla McLaren about how to feel an embodied sense of boundaries. Please remember to leave a review of the podcast!

Karla McLaren, M.Ed. is an award-winning author, social science researcher, workplace consultant, and empathy expert. Her lifelong work focuses on her grand unified theory of emotions, which revalues even the most “negative” emotions and opens startling new pathways into self-awareness, effective communication, and healthy empathy. She is the founder and CEO of Emotion Dynamics Inc. and the developer of the Empathy Academy online learning site. Her applied work, Dynamic Emotional Integration® (also known as DEI) is a trailblazing approach to emotions and empathy that reveals the genius and healing power within the emotional realm. Licensed DEI Trainers and Consultants are available across the globe. You can learn more about DEI licensing here. Karla has also developed the groundbreaking Six Essential Aspects of Empathy model that highlights all of the processes in healthy empathy and makes them easily understandable, accessible, and attainable. This fully realized model teaches people how to access, develop, and manage their empathy intentionally. It also explicitly welcomes people who have been exiled from earlier models of empathy (such as men, boys, autistic people, and people dealing with narcissistic or psychopathic tendencies). Karla is the author of The Power of Emotions at Work: Accessing the Vital Intelligence in Your Workplace (2021), Embracing Anxiety: How to Access the Genius of this Vital Emotion (2020), The Dynamic Emotional Integration® Workbook (2018), The Art of Empathy: A Complete Guide to Life's Most Essential Skill (2013), The Language of Emotions: What Your Feelings are Trying to Tell You (2010), and many online courses now available at Empathy Academy. Karla is also the coauthor (with cult expert Dr. Janja Lalich) of Escaping Utopia: Growing Up in a Cult, Getting Out, and Starting Over, which focuses on Dr. Lalich's groundbreaking study of seventy people who were born in or grew up in forty different cults spanning twelve countries (Routledge, 2017). Currently she is working on an emotions game/card deck for children, and a newly updated and revised edition of The Language of Emotions, which was released in May of this year, 2023. This interview with Karla is hosted by Dr. Dawson Church's colleague Amanda Wonderland. For more about Karla, her work, and books: https://karlamclaren.com/ To connect with Amanda: https://www.amandawonderland.com/   #eft #eftuniverse #trauma #blissbrain #mindtomatter #highenergyhealth #languageofemotions #powerofemotions  

Get ready to tap into the power of your emotions, because they hold invaluable wisdom! From guilt to panic and everything in between, each emotion we feel has a story to tell. And who better to guide us through this emotional journey than Karla McLaren, an emotion and empathy expert? With more than a decade of research under her belt, Karla has mastered the intense power of language in identifying and regulating emotions. Described as an ‘emotional guidebook' for navigating the highs and lows of your feelings while heightening your intuition, enhancing your relationships, and broadening your self-awareness, we're here to dissect the latest edition of Karla's book, The Language of Emotions: What Your Feelings Are Trying to Tell You.  As we break down anger, envy, forgiveness, anxiety, and even some lesser-known emotions that you might not even realize you're feeling, you'll discover how emotions can be instrumental in healing trauma and why having a negative approach to emotions can be problematic. If you're looking to have your mind truly blown, join us as we explore the exhilarating world of emotions and learn how to decode them like a pro! Listen and Learn:  Between the first and latest editions of Karla's book, The Language of Emotions, what has changed in the world of our understanding of emotions? What's the harm in viewing emotions as something that's a problem? Toxic positivity bias: what is it, and why is it especially problematic in the workplace? How is Karla's approach of using emotions to understand ourselves more intricately and channeling them effectively more beneficial? Why having a valence to emotions can be problematic How emotions can be useful in healing from trauma The relationship between the process of forgiveness and anger The function of shame and how it might actually be a helpful emotion to be aware of Why does Karla refer to envy as our “interactional radar” and how apathy is a mask for anger? The confusion between anxiety and panic Resources:  Learn more about Karla and her work  The Language of Emotions: What Your Feelings Are Trying to Tell You Follow Karla on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube The Empathy Academy  Lisa Feldman Barrett The End of Trauma by George A. Bonanno About Karla McLaren  Karla McLaren, M.Ed. is an award-winning author, educator, workplace consultant, and social science researcher. Her work revalues even the most “negative” emotions and opens startling new pathways into self-awareness, effective communication, and healthy empathy. She is the founder and CEO of Emotion Dynamics Inc. She is also the author of many books, including The Language of Emotions, The Power of Emotions at Work, and Embracing Anxiety, and she is the developer of the online learning site EmpathyAcademy.org. She is online at KarlaMcLaren.com. Related Episodes:  183. Permission to Feel: Emotional Intelligence with Marc Brackett 85. Emotion Efficacy with Aprilia West 216. Managing Anger and Irritability, Featuring Russell Kolts  240. Talking to Kids and Teens with Big Feelings with Adele LaFrance (EFFT Part 1 of 2)  241. Emotion Coaching Skills for Families with Mindy Solomon (EFFT Part 2 of 2)  244. What You Feel Is Not All There Is with Aprilia West 265. The Power of Emotions at Work with Karla McLaren 282. Toxic Positivity with Whitney Goodman 304. The Emotional Lives of Teenagers with Lisa Damour  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are elated to welcome Karla McLaren to Wednesday Wake-Up! Karla McLaren, M.Ed., is an award-winning author, social science researcher, and empathy innovator.  She is the author of several books, including the upcoming new edition of The Language of Emotions: What Your Feelings Are Trying to Tell You out Tuesday June 27th, 2023. Check out this book, it is a game-changer. Gregory and Karla have a delightful conversation about working with traditionally perceived "difficult" emotions such as sadness or anger, investigating anxiety, honoring emotions, and finding wisdom in our feelings.  This is also a fantastic episode for our fellow therapists out there! Big thank you to publisher Sounds True. You can read more about Karla HERE. ABOUT HOST GREGORY MALOOF Gregory Maloof is a western Dharma teacher from the Ruth Denison lineage. The Dharma is freely given, but if you would like to support this podcast and pay it forward, you can donate and support it HERE Follow Gregory on Instagram @gregorymaloofdharma To learn about retreats, news, and classes first, CLICK HERE to keep in touch and get on the Wednesday Wake-Up mailing list.   Intro and Outro Music by Lenny Dinardo, Wave Em' In.

In this episode, we're talking about grief itself. How many of us know what to do when we're experiencing grief? Certainly, it isn't something that's taught or modeled very often. So, it's natural we flounder in its mitts. I'm certain there'll be a deeper understanding of grief and its purpose by the end of our time together today.Our guest, I'm thrilled to say, is Karla McLaren, who has a master's in education, an award-winning author, a social science researcher, and an empathy expert. Her work focuses on her grand unified theory of emotions, which revalues even the most negative emotions and opens startling new pathways into self-awareness, effective communication, and healthy empathy. Here's what (and who) we talk about:How growing up with a lot of intense emotions led to Karla helping many others deal with these same emotions. “Discovering” grief and learning the ability to heal from indigenous wisdom.Grief is a communal emotion.What are grief rituals? How can they help an individual in search of healing?Considering “dropping down” instead of “holding up”.What makes grief so overwhelming and painful?The difference between grief from sadness.The purpose of anxiety and panic in our lives. And much more! About Karla McLaren:Karla McLaren, M.Ed. is an award-winning author, social science researcher, and empathy pioneer. Her lifelong work focuses on her grand unified theory of emotions, which revalues even the most “negative” emotions and opens startling new pathways into self-awareness, self-healing, and healthy empathy. She is the founder and CEO of Emotion Dynamics LLC and the developer of Empathy Academy.Website: https://karlamclaren.com/Empathy Academy: https://empathyacademy.org/karla-mclaren/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karla-mclaren-m-ed-17b947a2/ Instagram: https://instagram/karlamclaren.m.edOther Links: linktr.ee/karlamclaren.m.edYou don't have to grieve alone, as a coach I can help support you.Connect with me: Website: https://www.understandinggrief.com LinkedIn: https://www.understandinggrief.com

On this episode of Radically Loved, Karla McLaren shares her thoughts on emotions, including jealousy in relationships.Every emotion has a purpose — even the ones we think are negative. The truth is that categorizing emotions like this is harmful to us. Creating health relationships involves understanding the language of emotions.If you often find yourself trapped in emotions and feeling hurt in your heart, this episode is for you. We unpack everything from jealousy in relationships to anger.Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:Discover the value in having a stronger emotional vocabulary.Learn healthy behaviors for handling envy and jealousy in relationships.Find out a new perspective on fear.Episode Highlights[01:33] How Emotions Tie Into Development[13:33] Emotions and Boundaries[22:50] Love Is Not An Emotion[25:15] Sensitivity Builds Trust[36:54] The Value of Jealousy in Relationships[43:57] Embracing EmotionsResources:The Dangerous Passion by David Buss: https://www.amazon.com/Dangerous-Passion-David-Buss-Ph-D/dp/1451673132Sonoma County Outreach Services: https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/health-and-human-services/health-services/dental-health/community-water-fluoridation/outreach-and-educationRead and order Karla's books on emotions and emotional development: https://karlamclaren.com/product-category/books/Connect with KarlaWebsite : https://karlamclaren.com/Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/KarlaMcLarenAuthor/LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/karla-mclaren-m-ed-17b947a2/Radically Loved is now part of the iHeartMedia Podcasts: https://www.iheartmedia.com/podcastsEmail us your topic at info@radicallyloved.com. Don't forget to add the subject Wisdom Wednesday topic!Create a daily meditation ritual in just seven days! Download BUILD YOUR DAILY MEDITATION RITUAL and other freebies at https://www.radicallyloved.com/free-stuff!FREE Action Guide! Apply the lessons you learn from this episode as you listen! Sign up at https://www.radicallyloved.com/episode-show-notes, and I'll send it right away!Stay updated!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosieacosta/Twitter: https:twitter.com/rosieacostaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/radicallylovedrosieTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrosieacostaThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5250338/advertisement

Many of us have been taught that the emotions we experience – particularly those that are considered negative, such as anger, fear, and sadness – are less valuable and socially acceptable than our rational thoughts. As a result, we often repress and avoid our emotions rather than paying attention to what they may be trying to tell us.  Karla McLaren, our guest in Episode 152 of The MINDSet Game® podcast, believes that our emotions are special gifts that can offer us important information about our lives and relationships. As a social science researcher and empathy innovator, Karla is the CEO of Emotion Dynamics Incorporated, developer of Dynamic Emotional Integration, and the creator of the Empathy Academy. She is also the award-winning author of several books, including Embracing Anxiety, The Dynamic Emotional Integration Workbook, The Art of Empathy, The Power of Emotions at Work, and her latest book, the updated, revised version of The Language of Emotions: What Your Feelings Are Trying to Tell You. In today's episode, Karla discusses the following: - The concept of the language of emotions, or the process of learning how to identify and work with your emotions in order to develop a greater understanding of yourself, others, and the world around you  - The specific skills and insights that different emotions – including anger, sadness, fear, and shame – can offer when you become more conscious of them, as well as questions to ask yourself in order to access those gifts - Why it's important for teams within organizations to develop a shared emotional vocabulary, rather than trying to eradicate emotions at work  - Steps that leaders can take in order to start embracing emotions and an emotional vocabulary in the workplace To learn more about Karla, visit https://karlamclaren.com. To access her courses and other resources, visit https://empathyacademy.org.  To subscribe to The MINDset Game, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.   

On this episode of Radically Loved, Karla McLaren shares her thoughts on emotions, including jealousy in relationships.Every emotion has a purpose — even the ones we think are negative. The truth is that categorizing emotions like this is harmful to us. Creating health relationships involves understanding the language of emotions.If you often find yourself trapped in emotions and feeling hurt in your heart, this episode is for you. We unpack everything from jealousy in relationships to anger.Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:Discover the value in having a stronger emotional vocabulary.Learn healthy behaviors for handling envy and jealousy in relationships.Find out a new perspective on fear.Episode Highlights[01:33] How Emotions Tie Into Development[13:33] Emotions and Boundaries[22:50] Love Is Not An Emotion[25:15] Sensitivity Builds Trust[36:54] The Value of Jealousy in Relationships[43:57] Embracing EmotionsResources:The Dangerous Passion by David Buss: https://www.amazon.com/Dangerous-Passion-David-Buss-Ph-D/dp/1451673132Sonoma County Outreach Services: https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/health-and-human-services/health-services/dental-health/community-water-fluoridation/outreach-and-educationRead and order Karla's books on emotions and emotional development: https://karlamclaren.com/product-category/books/Connect with KarlaWebsite : https://karlamclaren.com/Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/KarlaMcLarenAuthor/LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/karla-mclaren-m-ed-17b947a2/Radically Loved is now part of the iHeartMedia Podcasts: https://www.iheartmedia.com/podcastsEmail us your topic at info@radicallyloved.com. Don't forget to add the subject Wisdom Wednesday topic!Create a daily meditation ritual in just seven days! Download BUILD YOUR DAILY MEDITATION RITUAL and other freebies at https://www.radicallyloved.com/free-stuff!FREE Action Guide! Apply the lessons you learn from this episode as you listen! Sign up at https://www.radicallyloved.com/episode-show-notes, and I'll send it right away!Stay updated!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosieacosta/Twitter: https:twitter.com/rosieacostaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/radicallylovedrosieTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrosieacostaThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5250338/advertisement

Today's episode is exciting and jam packed with info. I talked with author and expert Karla McLaren about emotions, boundaries, trauma, how people respond to trauma, and so much more. You will gain an insight on how emotions relate to yourself and your relationships. Let's dive in!Today's Guest: Karla McLarenKarla McLaren. Karla is an acclaimed author and expert on emotions, renowned for her groundbreaking book, "The Language of Emotions: What Your Feelings Are Trying to Tell You." In this best-selling work, she offers valuable insights into understanding and working with our emotions in a healthy and empowering way. Karla, thank you so much for joining us today.Website https://karlamclaren.com/Online learning site: https://empathyacademy.org/Your Host: Kimberly Beam Holmes, Expert in Self-Improvement and RelationshipsKimberly Beam Holmes has applied her master's degree in psychology for over ten years, acting as the CEO of Marriage Helper & CEO and Creator of PIES University, being a wife and mother herself, and researching how attraction affects relationships. Her videos, podcasts, and following reach over 200,000 people a month who are making changes and becoming the best they can be.Website: www.kimberlybeamholmes.comThanks for listening!Connect on Instagram: @kimberlybeamholmesBe sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and leave a review!

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Watch this episode to learn more about empathy from one of the world's leading human emotion experts. Karla McLaren is an award-winning author, researcher, empathy expert, and founder of Emotion Dynamics and the Empathy Academy. In this episode, she walks us through her Six Essential Aspects of Empathy. She also describes why she has empathy for those who are often in “empathy exile” - including men, people on the Autism spectrum, narcissists, and even psychopaths. 00:00 Introduction 00:21 About Karla McLaren 03:06 What's the history of the word empathy? 06:24 The “broccoli-Goldfish study” and early reasoning about desire 10:08 How Karla frames empathy 12:28 Empathizing with folk in “empathy exile” 21:00 Karla's opinion about those who are "against empathy" 23:03 Karla's "Six Essential Aspects of Empathy" 31:00 About Emotion Dynamics and the Empathy Academy 34:46 Why shame is a precursor to empathy 38:49 Is empathy a necessary skill for leadership? 41:56 Karla McLaren's Purposeful Empathy Story CONNECT WITH KARLA MCLAREN ✩ Website: https://karlamclaren.com   ✩ Empathy Academy Website: https://empathyacademy.org   CONNECT WITH ANITA ✩ Email purposefulempathy@gmail.com   ✩ Website https://www.anitanowak.com/   ✩ LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/anitanowak ✩ Instagram https://tinyurl.com/anitanowakinstagram ✩ Twitter https://twitter.com/anitanowak21 ✩ Facebook Page https://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyFacebook ✩ Facebook Group https://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyCommunity ✩ Podcast Audio https://tinyurl.com/PurposefulEmpathyPodcast Video edited by David Tsvariani

This is a follow up conversation w/ Darci Laroque to share the lasting IMPACT of childhood neglect, abandonment, and survivalist 3HO training to breed "spiritual-warriors" that she, and other children of 3HO/Kundalini Yoga, "Sikh Dharma" received. Hint: It's NOT Healthy, Happy, or Holy. It's communal abandonment disguised as consciousness.   You can support this broadcast HERE Subscribe to my new podcast -  Uncomfortable Conversations on Predators in Business, Community and Culture - You can comment on each episode and subscribe to get it sent to you directly!  GuruNischan.com ____________________ From Eps. 55: Darci Larocque, was born Darci Clack in 1971. Her father joined 3HO in 1974 in the New Haven Ashram. Her mom and father were divorced and at the age of 5, she started visiting the ashram in Dorchester, MA, where her father had moved. One day in first grade catholic school, her dad and a friend in full Bana showed up in the middle of a school day and took her. Darci was taken to the Dorchester ashram and even though her mom had full custody, her father wouldn't give her back. It was the 1970s - her mom, then 23 year old could not fight it so she joined 3HO and moved in. Darci's dad was Deva Singh. Her mom was Ram Sarn Kaur and her name became Upma. After Children's Camp in 1978, at 7 years old she was sent to the newly created Guardian Program in New Mexico where she stayed for years; first with one set of guardians then with the heads of the ashram. Which among other things, she had direct ranch access that only in hindsight she can now see as “special”. During this time, her mom moved to the LA ashram and YB engaged her to be married. She was supposed to go to India - but stayed behind with even more YB and ranch access. Her friends (other kids in the guardian program) left in the first group to Mussoorie, India. She ended up in LA and NM for a couple years back and forth. She was fully " out" at 13. Her dad stayed in until he died 16 years ago. Her mom left when she was 15 and she continued to work at the Golden Temple and stayed dressed in her turban while she worked. She died 7 years ago. Her whole life in 3HO was her life via her dad and friends. She didn't choose to “be cut” out. Until she was 40, she considered herself a Sikh. Only in the past two years did she finally recognize that she wasn't a Sikh. She was raised in a cult. Song : This is Me by Kesha (from The Greatest Showman) You can DONATE to this broadcast at: https://paypal.me/GuruNischanLLC Uncomfortable Conversations Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2lEfcoaDgbCCmztPZ4XIuN?si=vH-cH7HzRs-qFxzEuogOqg Subscribe to my new podcast -  Uncomfortable Conversations on Predators in Business, Community and Culture - https://gurunischan.substack.com/ You can comment on each episode!  Subscribe and follow me at GuruNischan.com   Books Referenced:    CPTSD: From Surviving to Thriving by Peter Walker The Tao of Fully Feeling by Peter Walker The Language of Emotions: What Your Feelings Are Trying to Tell You by Karla McLaren

Karla McLaren, M.Ed. is an award-winning author, social science researcher, and empathy pioneer. Her lifelong work focuses on her grand unified theory of emotions, which revalues even the most “negative” emotions and opens startling new pathways into self-awareness, effective communication, and healthy empathy. She is the founder and CEO of Emotion Dynamics LLC and the developer of the Empathy Academy online learning site.Her applied work, Dynamic Emotional Integration® (also known as DEI) is a trailblazing approach to emotions and empathy that reveals the genius and the healing power within the emotional realm. Licensed DEI professionals are available across the globe.Karla has also developed the groundbreaking Six Essential Aspects of Empathy model that highlights all of the processes in healthy empathy and makes them easily understandable, accessible, and attainable. This fully realized model teaches people how to access, develop, and manage their empathy intentionally. It also explicitly welcomes people who have been exiled from earlier models of empathy (such as men, boys, autistic people, and people with personality conditions such as narcissism and sociopathy). Her newest book is The Power of Emotions at Work: Accessing the Vital Intelligence in Your WorkplaceShe is online at KarlaMcLaren.com and EmpathyAcademy.org.

Any number of things can come along to mess up the order we create and topple our well-built boundaries. Such is life. The trick is to have an early warning system that sets off alarms long before we hit overwhelm. In the early 1900s, miners used to keep caged canaries with them to warn them if dangerous gases, such as carbon monoxide, reached lethal levels. If the canary keeled over, it was time to evacuate. What is the canary in your coal mine?   Learn more about Kristen Manieri and coaching: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com KristenManieri.com   Host Bio Kristen Manieri is a coach who works with teams to increase both productivity and wellbeing. She also helps individuals navigate transition with clarity and confidence. Her areas of focus are: stress reduction, energy management, mindset, resilience, habit formation, rest rituals, and self-care. As the host of the weekly 60 Mindful Minutes podcast, an Apple top 100 social science podcast, Kristen has interviewed over 200 authors about what it means to live a more conscious, connected, intentional and joyful life. Learn more at kristenmanieri.com/work-with-me.    Coaching If you've ever considered coaching, or if you're feelings stuck or you're about to make a big transition, reach out to me and we can talk about how I can help you navigate what's ahead with more confidence and clarity. You can reach me at Kristen@kristenmanieri.com.   Full Transcript   Have an Alert System   Welcome to 60 Mindful Minutes. I'm Kristen Manieri, the host of this podcast as well as a professional coach. And you're listening to part four of my end overwhelm series. So far I've covered understanding capacity, how to do less and how to say no more often. Today I'm going to be talking about having an alert system so we know when we're getting close to overwhelm.   Once I know what matters and what doesn't, and I'm chugging along nicely at 70 percent capacity, it's only a matter of time before I slip up and start filling in the blank spaces and inching toward 100 percent capacity or beyond.   In my state of ease, I can fall prey to the inevitable tide of overcommitment that can easily roll in when I'm not paying attention.   The holidays arrive and I forget to leave room for all the doingness that goes along with special meals, events, gifts and traditions. A fun project comes my way and I giddily say yes to it before I fully calculate the cost/benefit. I start a course. I make a new friend. I embark on a new hobby. I read a book that inspires me to change the way I eat. We go on a trip. We get a dog. We start a renovation.   Any number of things can come along to mess up the order I've created and dislodge my perfect schedule and well-built boundaries. Such is life. The trick is to have an early warning system that sets off alarms long before I hit overwhelm.   In the early 1900s, miners used to keep caged canaries with them to warn them if dangerous gases, such as carbon monoxide, reached lethal levels. If the canary keeled over, it was time to evacuate.   What is the canary in your coal mine?   For me it's when I drop my morning exercise, start skipping meals or wake up in the middle of the night with racing thoughts. Any of these three things warns me that I've got too much on my plate. I know that sleep, food and exercise are such essential aspects of my life that when they suffer, it's a sign that I've let too many other things creep in.    Maybe for you it's noticing when your anxiety starts to climb. Maybe you start pouring a little more wine into your glass than you normally do. Or you start yelling at the kids. Or you stop wanting to have sex. Or you start eating fast food or scarfing down chocolate bars or skipping your daily walk.   When we're over capacity, the care we know we need often is the first to go. Ironically, it's when we have a lot on our plates that we most need to be the fully resourced, yet it's our fundamental needs—sleep, good food, breaks, movement—that often get set aside. But the more depleted we get, the less equipped we are to handle the strain of our overcommitted life.     We live in a world that applauds our doing and celebrates those that seem to get things done at seemingly herculean levels. It takes practice to opt out of our do, do, do culture and opt-in to something more meaningful and easeful. So, don't be surprised if you get lured back in from time to time.   And if you're someone like me who is interested in a lot of things, and loves to meet new people, and is always up for a new adventure or path or area of growth, you might find yourself susceptible to overcommitting from time to time. I sure do. I'm tickled to be asked to volunteer. I love when a friend texts and asks to get together. I want to try the new restaurant, read the latest bestseller, and join the movement. I can easily get swept away in a wave of enthusiasm and excitement before I realize I've take on too much.   But I've figured out a way to catch things before they get too far gone. The tool I use to keep tabs on myself is my daily centering practice.   Once a day I spend thirty minutes with myself. For me, it's always worked best to do this first thing in the morning. I wake up, make my tea, and then I go and it with myself. I notice what I'm feeling and what thoughts are dominating my mind. I feel into my body to scan for any anxiety or tension. In a way, I'm getting a weather report for how I'm doing on the inside.   This daily check-in offers a way to notice if I'm dragging or to catch negative patterns quickly. I use my journal to note how I'm feeling and what's on my mind, and then I consider my options. Do I need to change my circumstances or my mindset? Do I need to repromise or renegotiate some of my commitments? Do I need to talk something through with someone to help get some clarity? I feel into what's burdening me and then I tend to it… long before it hits overwhelm.   By the way, I offer a whole course on my website about establishing a daily centering practice. It's free and only takes about an hour to complete. You can find it at KristenManieri.com.   I love the work of Karla McLaren. In fact, I've interviewed her twice on my podcast: once about her book Embracing Anxiety: How to Access the Genius of This Vital Emotion (episode 84) and once about her book The Art of Empathy: A Complete Guide to Life's Most Essential Skill (episode 10). What I've learned from Karla is that our feelings—anxiety, overwhelm, tension, etc.—are signals. They're trying to get our attention to we can do something about what's causing us strain. These feelings are here to help us, not weigh us down, which only happens when we ignore them.   https://www.amazon.com/Embracing-Anxiety-Access-Genius-Emotion/dp/1683644417/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=     To have a daily practice of checking in with ourselves gives us access to the signals our bodies are sending. It gives us the opportunity to listen and stop ignoring them.   Try it out for two weeks. Spend 10 minutes a day—any time of day that you can keep a consistent practice—and just check in with yourself. Ask yourself: How am I doing and feeling? Am I taking good care of myself?  I'd love to hear how it goes.   This being the last of a four-part series, I want to quickly recap and also leave you with and important proviso to this work.   To recap, get to know your capacity. Take an accurate reading of what you can realistically have on your plate at once, making sure to factor in the season you're in and challenges you may be going through.   Second, spend some time getting really clear about the things that matter most to you—the parts of your life that make it worth living—and then begin to prioritize those and eliminate the things that don't make the list. You can't do it all. Choose with intention.   Of course, eliminating things that don't matter, or at least not right now, will require you to start saying no to things. Develop your 24-hour “maybe” response, set and hold boundaries. Finally, know your canary in the coal mine. You'll inevitably end up overloaded from time to time; life happens and we easily lose our focus. But when we know the things that tip us off to being on the verge of overwhelm, and we check in with ourselves regularly, we find our way back to a centered, more grounded place faster.   I would like to leave you with some thoughts about self-compassion, something I see as a critical ingredient of our growth. Here's why: as we bring more awareness to our lives, we can often feel frustrated with ourselves for all the many, many moments that we seem to take two steps forward, and then two steps back. Even with my commitment to mindfulness and the integration of better habits and ways of living, I often fall asleep and default back to my over-doing self.   I've heard it said from many of my teachers that mindfulness is a bird with two wings. One is the wing of wisdom and the other is the wing of compassion. Mindfulness and the path of mindful living are not meant to be another means to be hard on ourselves, another thing we're not getting right.   Instead, it's a way that we begin to be better for others, but also better to ourselves. My humble request is that you approach this journey like a scientist who is curiously observing, inquiring and collecting data. We aim for progress, not perfection. There's nowhere to get, no contest to win, no grade to earn. Practicing is the journey and there is no destination.   In this spirit of compassionate curiosity, we learn to accept our foibles, even laugh at them. We see our missteps as opportunities to grow and learn, not as failures or further evidence of our deficiency. We are all flawed, yet we are all simply trying to do our best in this wild, sometimes weary, world. Open your mind but also soften your heart.   Thank you for joining me for this series. I've got a few more nuggets to share before the end of the year, and then I think I'll take a break for a while.   Thanks for listening. Bye for now.

Have you ever taken a moment to look at who is championing empathy in the workplace? Who's demonstrating empathy and talking about feelings and who might be hiding behind their computer screens?It probably comes as no surprise that it's typically women and female-identifying team members who talk about and demonstrate empathy in the workplace. This is a societal issue that started long before sexism and misogyny were recognized.This week on the podcast, I'm talking with social science researcher and empathy pioneer Karla McLaren, M.Ed. about why this is and how we can shift some workplace dynamics to create safe environments where everyone has the emotional vocabulary to talk about their feelings and manage their emotions.In the episode, Karla shares how to fix the conditioning of gender expectations around emotions and where we can find an emotional vocabulary list so we can get in tune with our own emotions.About Karla McLaren:Karla McLaren, M.Ed. is an award-winning author, social science researcher, and empathy pioneer. Her work focuses on her grand unified theory of emotions, which revalues even the most “negative” emotions and opens startling new pathways into self-awareness, effective communication, and healthy empathy. She is the founder and CEO of Emotion Dynamics Inc. and the developer of the Empathy Academy online learning site.Karla is the author of The Power of Emotions at Work: Accessing the Vital Intelligence in Your Workplace (2021), Embracing Anxiety: How to Access the Genius of this Vital Emotion (2020), The Dynamic Emotional Integration® Workbook (2018), The Art of Empathy: A Complete Guide to Life's Most Essential Skill (2013), The Language of Emotions: What Your Feelings are Trying to Tell You (2010), and many other books and audio learning programs. She is online at KarlaMcLaren.com and EmpathyAcademy.org. You can connect with Karla on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.Mentioned in this Episode of Mental Health for Leaders:Access Karla's Emotional Vocabulary ListJoin the monthly digital subscriptionhttps://karlamclaren.com/emotional-vocabulary-page/Where to ListenSpotifyAppleGoogleAmazon

Part of our job is guarding our own emotions and the emotions of peers. This emotional labor is rarely identified, almost never supported, or paid for, yet is a reality of the workplace. Asking employees to check their emotions at the door is not only an impossible task, but it also ignores a treasure trove of intelligence our emotions offer us. Podcast guest, Karla McLaren, is here to guide us on how we can guard our emotional wellbeing and how workplaces can harness the intelligence emotions offer. Karla McLaren, M.Ed. is an award-winning author, educator, social science researcher, empathy expert, and workplace consultant. She is the author of many books, including The Power of Emotions at Work and The Language of Emotions, and she's the developer of the online learning site EmpathyAcademy.org. Her applied work, Dynamic Emotional Integration®, is a groundbreaking process that reveals the genius and healing power within the emotional realm. In this interview, Karla defines the emotional labor we experience at work and how the role of HR is not set up for the employee. She discusses the function of emotions and what the “negative” emotions can tell a workplace. Karla then offers ideas for how we can personally guard our emotions at work and how organizations can create a social structure that emotionally supports the workers.  To learn more about my new program, visit: https://everydayresilience.co/resilience-for-self-leadership/

If you think emotions don't belong in the workplace, think again! Emotions, when welcomed and respected, are an essential part of productive and healthy workplace environments. In this episode, Debbie talks with Karla McLaren about the power of emotions at work, problems with the modern workplace environment, and her ideas for how to implement real cultural change at work. Listen and Learn: Why Debbie is such a big fan of Karla's work on emotions at work. Reasons why so many workplaces are "toxic" and what makes them so. The toll of invisible emotional labor. Why emotions are important and necessary at work. Ways we can foster better communication and more humane workplace environments. About Karla McLaren: Karla McLaren, M.Ed. is an award-winning author, social science researcher, workplace consultant, and empathy pioneer. Her lifelong work focuses on her grand unified theory of emotions, which revalues even the most “negative” emotions and opens startling new pathways into self-awareness, effective communication, and healthy empathy. She is the founder and CEO of Emotion Dynamics LLC and the developer of the Empathy Academy online learning site. Her applied work, Dynamic Emotional Integration® (also known as DEI) is a trailblazing approach to emotions and empathy that reveals the genius and the healing power within the emotional realm. Karla has also developed the groundbreaking Six Essential Aspects of Empathy model that highlights all of the processes in healthy empathy and makes them easily understandable, accessible, and attainable. Karla is the author of The Power of Emotions at Work: Accessing the Vital Intelligence in Your Workplace (2021), Embracing Anxiety: How to Access the Genius of this Vital Emotion (2020), The Dynamic Emotional Integration® Workbook (2018), The Art of Empathy: A Complete Guide to Life's Most Essential Skill (2013), The Language of Emotions: What Your Feelings are Trying to Tell You (2010), and the multi-media online course Emotional Flow: Becoming Fluent in the Language of Emotions (2012). Karla has won several honors and awards, including the 2010 Gold Medal from the Independent Publisher Book Awards. Karla has taught at such venues as the University of San Francisco, Esalen, Bioneers, Naropa University, Kripalu Center, and the Association for Humanistic Psychology. She's also a Certified Human Resource Administrator and a Certified Career Development Facilitator with a Master's Degree in Education. She lives in Sonoma County, California. Resources: Grab your copy of Karla's book, The Power of Emotions at Work: Accessing the Vital Intelligence in Your Workplace (2021) Grab copies of all our favorite books at bookshop.org/shop/offtheclockpsych. Check out Debbie, Diana, Yael, and Jill's websites to access their offerings, sign up for their newsletters, buy their books, and more!  Related Episodes: 207. Burnout with Debbie and Jill 183. Permission to Feel: Emotional Intelligence with Marc Brackett 130. Working Less with Alex Pang 45. Rest with Alex Pang 230. The Laziness Lie with Devon Price Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some of us are natural-born empaths - those with an exceptional gift for feeling and understanding the emotions, circumstances, and needs of others. But empathy, according to this week's podcast guest Karla McLaren, is a universal human skill that we can all learn to awaken and use wisely.  In today's episode, we take a deep dive into emotional intelligence and talk about the definition of empathy, why empathy is important for emotional intelligence, ways to shift or embrace your emotions, and why there are no negative and positive emotions. We also discuss emotions in the workplace, what organizations can do to create a safe place for emotions, why emotions change with hierarchy, the basic things companies can do to embrace emotions, and much more! Karla McLaren is an award-winning author, social science researcher, workplace consultant, and empathy pioneer. Her lifelong work focuses on her grand unified theory of emotions, which revalues even the most “negative” emotions and opens startling new pathways into self-awareness, effective communication, and healthy empathy. She is the founder and CEO of Emotion Dynamics LLC and the developer of the Empathy Academy online learning site. She is also the author of several books on this subject, such as The Power of Emotions at Work. To connect with Karla and learn more about her work, visit www.EmotionDynamics.org or www.EmpathyAcademy.org Tune in to learn the power of your emotions with expert and author Karla McLaren!

In this episode, Kreed discusses the emotion of anger in estrangement. Brene Brown / Oprah: https://www.oprah.com/own-super-soul-sunday/brene-brown-the-2-most-common-ways-we-offload-hurt-video How To Cultivate A Healthy Relationship with Anger: https://www.becomingwhoyouare.net/healthy-relationship-with-anger/ The Gifts of Anger by Karla McLaren: https://karlamclaren.com/the-gifts-of-anger/#:~:text=Anger%20sets%20your%20boundaries%20by,sense%20of%20strength%20and%20separateness. Learning to Value Your Anger by Karla McLaren: https://karlamclaren.com/learning-to-value-your-anger/ Karla McLaren - Anger: https://karlamclaren.com/tag/anger/ http://www.TheEstrangedHeart.com Consultation or coaching with Kreed: https://theestrangedheart-scheduler.as.me/ Support group facilitated by Kreed: https://www.facebook.com/groups/estrangedmotherssupportgroup If you wish to become a financial supporter of the podcast and Kreed's work with estranged parents & adult children: https://www.anchor.fm/theestrangedheart/support https://www.patreon.com/theestrangedheart https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kreedrevere (one time donation) www.paypal.me/revkreed (one time donation) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theestrangedheart/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theestrangedheart/support

My guest for this podcast Karla McLaren is the author of more than 11 books including The Language of Emotions, The Power of Emotions at Work and the Art of Empathy. She is also the developer of Empathy Academy. In this podcast we cover: what are the gifts of anger, shame and fear? how the Beatles were able to create magic by utilizing all 4 human intellgiences what's the difference between expressing, repressing or channeling an emotion? Why is forgiveness sometimes a deceptive approach, especially when you haven't worked through your anger? why does Karla not considered an emotion? Subscribe to my substack to never miss an episode. You can learn more about Karla's work here: https://karlamclaren.com/ If you liked this episode, please leave a rating and review on itunes.

In Episode 85, Karla McLaren, CEO of Emotion Dynamics, dives into a conversation with Melinda about how we can approach empathy and shame as a way to create sustainable change in communities and workplaces. They talk about ways to support ourselves through compassion fatigue, which often comes from doing tremendous amounts of emotional labor, emotion work, and empathy work. Karla also shares what organizations can do to protect the well-being of workers engaged in empathy work, such as setting up 'repair stations' and developing emotionally well-regulated social structures in the workplace. About Karla McLaren (she/her)Karla McLaren, M.Ed. is an award-winning author, educator, social science researcher, and empathy expert. Her groundbreaking Six Essential Aspects of Empathy model highlights all of the processes in healthy empathy and makes them understandable, accessible, and attainable.Karla is the author of many books, online courses, and audio learning programs, and she's the developer of the online learning site EmpathyAcademy.org. Her books include The Power of Emotions at Work, Embracing Anxiety, The Art of Empathy, and The Language of Emotions. She is online at KarlaMcLaren.com.Find Leading With Empathy & Allyship useful? Subscribe to our podcast and like this episode!For more about Change Catalyst, and to join us for our monthly live event, visit https://ally.cc. There, you'll also find educational resources and highlights from this episode.Connect With Karla McLaren On SocialLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/karla-mclaren-m-ed-17b947a2/Facebook: facebook.com/KarlaMcLarenAuthor/Twitter: twitter.com/KarlaMcLarenInstagram: instagram.com/karlamclaren.m.ed/Connect With Us On SocialYouTube: youtube.com/c/changecatalystTwitter: twitter.com/changecatalystsFacebook: facebook.com/changecatalystsInstagram: instagram.com/techinclusionLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/changecatalystsProduction TeamCreator & Host: Melinda Briana EplerCo-Producers: Renzo Santos & Christina Swindlehurst ChanCreative Director @ Podcast Rocket: Rob Scheerbarth[Image description: Leading With Empathy & Allyship promo and photos of Karla McLaren, a smiling, middle-aged, brown-haired, green-eyed, White lady person with glasses and a blue shirt; beside her is the black book cover of THE POWER OF EMOTIONS AT WORK: Accessing the Vital Intelligence in Your Workplace; and host Melinda Briana Epler, a White woman with red hair, glasses, and orange shirt holding a white mug behind a laptop.]Support the show

Karla McLaren is an author and social science researcher who developed an approach to emotional health called Dynamic Emotional Integration.Karla endured trauma in her childhood and, while drowning in an ocean of emotion, began to inquire more about her emotions and the emotions of others. There are 17 emotions, each emotion brings healing in its own way. She shares how empathy is an emotional skill. Shame can be a used for good when it comes from within as it helps us to understand who was hurt and how to make it right.  We also highlight the importance of learning how to set boundaries in order to build self-confidence.You can find Karla at https://karlamclaren.com/ and on social media @KarlaMcLarenAuthor. If you aren't a member of the Confident Sober Women Facebook group, come on over and join us. Its a FREE group for sober women who want to build confidence through emotional sobriety.If you liked what we shared here please leave a rating and review so other sober women can find us!Resources mentioned: Book: Why Won't You Apologize by Harriet LernerBook: The Power Of Emotions by Karla McLaren

In today’s episode, I speak with ​​Karla Mclaren, M.Ed. an award-winning author, educator, social science researcher, empathy expert, and workplace consultant. Her work revalues even the most “negative” emotions and opens startling new pathways into self-awareness, effective communication, and healthy empathy. Her applied work, Dynamic Emotional Integration®, is a groundbreaking process that reveals the genius and healing power within the emotional realm. She is the author of many books, including The Power of Emotions at Work, Embracing Anxiety, and The Language of Emotions: What Your Feelings Are Trying to Tell You, and she’s the developer of the online learning site EmpathyAcademy.org. We dive into the following and so much more: ✅ Why understanding our emotions is so important ✅ Why so many people do not understand their emotions ✅ Why “Restoring the intellect to it’s rightful position” ✅ In her book “The Language of Emotions”, we talk about the need for a balanced psyche, and incorporating the elements of air, earth, water and fire. ✅ Some of the dominant emotions she speaks about in her work, specifically, anger, guilt & shame, fear and then boredom - and how to move through them. ✅ What happens when someone represses their anger? And why she says that dealing with your emotions (like anger) should be a restorative act. It was a pure delight to connect with Karla and I think you’ll enjoy this conversation tremendously. Please tag us and tell us what you loved! You can follow @Gateways_To_Awakening on Instagram or Facebook if you’d like to stay connected.

Kreed discusses the power of emotions … not just for pain but also for healing. Show Notes: The Language of Emotions (book) by Karla McLaren, M.Ed https://www.amazon.com/Language-Emotions-What-Feelings-Trying/dp/1591797691/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= https://karlamclaren.com/understanding-and-befriending-anger/ Joanne Bond, executive coach https://www.scu.edu/mobi/resources--tools/blog-posts/iq-and-eq---the-power-of-emotional-intelligence/iq-and-eq---the-power-of-emotional-intelligence.html In The Blood podcast: https://www.facebook.com/inthebloodpod Family and Community Healing.org https://familyandcommunityhealing.org/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theestrangedheart/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theestrangedheart/support

What is empathy? What is it not? Empathy is the way we can feel connected, heard, seen, understood, valued, and accepted for who we are. But Empathy can be counter-intuitive… Our mirror neurons are our superpower for empathy. Yet they can also betray us! We feel uncomfortable when we feel what others are feeling. Most people will try to repress those feelings, or to change how the other is feeling, in order to feel better.  A common confusion generated by the English language is our use of the word “feel” without actually expressing a feeling. And the word “need” without actually expressing a need.  Learn in this episode how society has prevented us from learning how to express Empathy in a satisfying way, and how you can learn this the right way. Listen in to discover the secret, powerful formula to authentic empathy. Our free handout is available for download as you listen in: https://relationshipalkemy.com/free-downloads/ Book mentioned: The Art of Empathy by Karla McLaren

Karla McLaren, M.Ed. is an award-winning author, social science researcher, and empathy pioneer. Her lifelong work focuses on her grand unified theory of emotions, which revalues even the most “negative” emotions and opens startling new pathways into self-awareness, effective communication, and healthy empathy. She is the founder and CEO of Emotion Dynamics LLC and the developer of the Empathy Academy online learning site.Her applied work, Dynamic Emotional Integration® (also known as DEI) is a trailblazing approach to emotions and empathy that reveals the genius and the healing power within the emotional realm. Licensed DEI professionals are available across the globe.Today, Karla shares with us her experiences that led her to becoming an expert of emotions, and shared with us her Emotional Vocabulary List, which gives us insight to our 18 different emotions, how they show up in our lives, and what they are trying to tell us.*******Karla is the author of many books, audio learning programs, and online courses, including Embracing Anxiety: How to Access the Genius of this Vital Emotion (2020), The Dynamic Emotional Integration® Workbook (2018), The Art of Empathy: A Complete Guide to Life's Most Essential Skill (2013), The Language of Emotions: What Your Feelings are Trying to Tell You (2010), and the multi-media online course Emotional Flow: Becoming Fluent in the Language of Emotions (2012).Karla is also the coauthor (with cult expert Dr. Janja Lalich) of Escaping Utopia: Growing Up in a Cult, Getting Out, and Starting Over, which focuses on Dr. Lalich's groundbreaking study of seventy people who were born in or grew up in forty different cults spanning twelve countries (Routledge, 2017).Her newest book, The Power of Emotions at Work: Accessing the Vital Intelligence in Your Workplace, will be released in August of 2021.KarlaMcLaren.comEmpathyAcademy.org*******The Third Place Podcast is a weekly podcast that invites listeners into the hard conversations that we have a tendency to avoid.We “go there” on things such as…How anger is beautifulHow to find presence amidst chaosHow to have difficult conversationsHow to be an allyHow to live with griefThe Third Place is a safe place where curiosity is encouraged, differences are welcomed, and empathy is embraced through healthy dialogue.We've forgotten how to talk to each other… Life has become polarized and dualistic - you're either with me or against me. To embrace the complex human experience is to see the world through other's eyes. The Third Place podcast helps with the disconnect. This looks like less conflict and tension and more like a peaceful existence with others. The Third Place podcast restores the art of dialogue.For additional resources and if you're interested in supporting the work of The Third Place Podcast, check out our Patreon page.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-third-place/donations

Whitney talks to Karla McLaren, author of "The Language of Emotions", about the role each emotion is designed to play in a healthy psyche. Karla's website: www.karlamclaren.com References: "The Language of Emotions", "Embracing Anxiety", "The Art of Empathy", “The Power of Emotions at Work" by Karla McLaren. "Owning Your Own Shadow" by Robert Johnson "Radical Acceptance" by Tara Brach

How do you deal and heal when someone's done you wrong? My grounded and generous friend Kali joins me to talk about the cycles of forgiveness, inside and out, with a little help from the legendary Mamie Till Mobley. Mentioned: by Karla Mclaren by...

With the state of the world right now it's more important than ever to understand how to be with heightened emotions, how to truly understand them, and what to do with them. In this episode you'll learn how there are 2 different ways people respond to anxiety and how they show up in people, why kids are often trying to operate against their natural type, how to effectively communicate what you're feeling and what to do with it, how to tell the difference between panic and anxiety, the practice of burning contracts to become aware of where you've agreed to do things in a certain way that no longer serves you and resolve it, how to understand what's your emotional response and what you're taking on from others, effectively dealing with anger and pain and injustice, what role shame plays in anxiety, and more...