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In this episode, I discuss the seven principles for building agency, as outlined in the book 'The Power of Agency' by Dr. Paul Napper and Anthony Rao, Ph.D. I emphasize the importance of agency in living a meaningful life and provide practical advice on how to enhance one's agency through controlling stimuli, building relationships, maintaining physical health, fostering a learning mindset, managing emotions, trusting intuition, and taking decisive action. Timestamps: 01:25 Control Stimuli 03:10 Associate Selectively 05:01 Move 07:21 Position Yourself as a Learner 09:43 Manage Your Emotions and Beliefs 11:12 Check Your Intuition 13:12 Deliberate, Then Act - See discounts for all the products I use and recommend: https://everybodyspod.com/deals/ - Shop For Everybody  Use code SFE10 for 10% OFF

In this episode of 'Doing Well: The Wellbeing Science Insights Podcast,' host Lu Ngo is joined by business consultant Dr. Paul Napper, to explore the autonomy mindset and its role in building a stronger and more resilient sense of self. Paul, with a unique blend of Wall Street experience and psychology expertise, has made a significant impact on the performance of Fortune 500 companies and universities. His journey from Wall Street analyst to founding Performance Psychology Consulting has cultivated his distinctive insights, and his book on human potential is just the beginning. In this episode, Paul defines the autonomy mindset and shares his thoughts on culture's influence on autonomy. Lu and Paul dive into the consequences of lacking autonomy and how to break free from 'autopilot' living, a common yet unfulfilling lifestyle. Tune in today to gain a deep understanding of the autonomy mindset and what it takes to steer your own course toward a more fulfilling life! Connect with Dr. Paul Napper's social media on: Website: http://performpsych.com/index.php     LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-napper-317ab51/     Produced by the Wellbeing Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs.  Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ and visit http://we.lmsl.net/ for additional information about Wellbeing Science Labs. Follow us on social media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wellbeingsciencelabs    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wellbeing.science.labs/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellbeing.science.labs/   LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/wellbeing-science-labs   Twitter: https://twitter.com/WeScienceLabs   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wellbeing.science.labs    Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com.au/wellbeingsciencelabs/   You can also subscribe and listen to our podcasts on your preferred podcasting platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/doing-well-the-wellbeing-science-insights-podcast/id1648515329   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/63Gni7VN4Ca6IicSuttwQL   Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/7cd001d1-b7ba-4b22-a0f3-17c1a9c6e818/doing-well-the-wellbeing-science-insights-podcast   iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/338-doing-well-the-wellbeing-s-102890038/   Podbean: https://wellbeingscienceinsights.podbean.com/   PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3402363    Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/doing-well-the-wellbeing-scien-4914859   Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL3dlbGxiZWluZ3NjaWVuY2VpbnNpZ2h0cy9mZWVkLnhtbA 

Joining Leslie for our fifth interview of the season is Jaryn Pierson, GM of Berkshire Bike & Board. Together, Leslie and Jaryn discuss scaling and growing your business, and how to do it all while maintaining and embracing the individualities that have brought you success.  To learn more about what Jaryn and the rest of the Berkshire Bike & Board team have going on, check out their website: www.berkshirebikeandboard.com   Episode resources: The Power of Agency by Dr. Paul Napper and Dr. Anthony Rao  Flow by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki Traction by Gino Wickman Shoe Dog by Phil Knight The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand Endurance: Shackleton's Incredible Voyage by Alfred Lansing   If you have enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, or if you have suggestions on how to make this podcast work better for you, email me at lcunningham@manngroup.net and tell me what you want to hear next. Haven't left a rating or review yet?  It makes a huge difference, and all you have to do is click here. We are so grateful for your support of The Other Side of the Mann!     If you want to take the assessment to see where your EQ falls click here. Interested in the classes The Mann Group offers?  Please click here.     Editing and Production: Charlie Freedman Instagram: @charliefreedmanmusic  Email:  charlie@charliefreedmanmusic.com   Music: Will Collante and Amanda Garrigues Instagram: @willcollante Email:  will.collante@gmail.com

Today we talk with psychologist Paul Napper about the power of personal agency. What it is, and how we can cultivate more of it to help us face demanding situations in life. Like a global pandemic. You don't want to miss this fascinating discussion as you'll come away with actionable tools to "steer your ship" better when the storms of life descend upon us. Show notes: Dr. Paul Napper helps business leaders increase their effectiveness through focusing and strengthening their agency as leaders. His professional background includes extensive experience in assessment and the application of psychological principles to improve the performance of people and organizations. His client list includes Fortune 500 companies, financial firms, non-profit organizations, universities, as well as start-ups. Dr. Napper launched his career as a Wall Street analyst, first with J.P. Morgan Investment Management in New York and, following that, with Crowell, Weedon and Company in Los Angeles. During his tenure as a securities analyst, he was responsible for research and investment strategy for several major industries. He subsequently launched Performance Psychology, a management psychology consultancy to a wide range of organizations and industries. Dr. Napper earned his undergraduate degree at the University of Pennsylvania in International Relations and pursued his master's degree in the same field at the University of Chicago. He received his doctorate in psychology from William James College in Boston, one of the country's premier schools of professional psychology. As part of his training he was selected for an advanced fellowship in psychological testing and assessment during a three-year academic appointment at Harvard Medical School. http://performpsych.com/ Buy the book, "The Power of Agency"

Overstimulation is affecting us all. Everywhere we turn screens, people, and devices are battling for our attention. Without the right tools, it becomes easy to get stuck in the mire or not advocate for ourselves in the best way possible and focus our attention on the future. To discover how we can regain personal agency and make better decisions, Positive Psychology Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with two authors about their literary guidebooks. Changemaker Paul Napper discusses key elements of his book, The Power of Agency , and the challenges many people face when making decisions in this overstimulated world. Futurist Daniel Burrus describes how we can become opportunity managers and make decisions with confidence using the tenets of his book, The Anticipatory Organization .

There's an Anne Lamott quote that says, “Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes—including you.” And that's a lovely quote and quite true in so many instances, but also sometimes? Sometimes it can feel next to impossible to unplug. Sometimes that unplugging has to be a dramatic event where you realize that you have to rescue yourself from the habits that are controlling your life, or the people controlling your life and you have to actually take your own control of your life. I know! I know! Terrifying. But the first question is: how do you actually take control over your life? Over at the greatergood, there are some potential possibilities that we're going to share here. It's a great article written by Anthony Rao and Paul Napper back in 2019. Controlling Stimuli They write: “Agency begins with what you let into your mind—meaning what comes in from your environment. If you are lacking agency, it's likely your attention is being hijacked and you need to figure out how to restore it.” A phone next to you when you're reading? It's probably going to distract you, they say. But walking outside? It lets your brain recharge. Same thing with email notifications.  Another thing they suggest is . . . “Associate Selectively” They write: “It's impossible not to be affected by those around us—it's easy to “catch” their emotions, for example, and our brains tend to synch up when we associate with other people. That means you should set boundaries with difficult people, disentangle yourself from negative online interactions, and be more conscious of how you might be vulnerable to “groupthink”—pressures to behave or think in ways that are contrary to your values.” How do you do that when that person is your kid? It's a good question. But they suggest making sure you have a lot of interactions with people who want to help you cultivate your skills and talents, grow to your potential, and help you with your positive beliefs. Volunteering and just chatting can help. Move Around Get up. Off the couch. Off the chair. Stretch. Walk. Dance. As often as possible. Learn They write: “People with high levels of agency are continually learning more and expanding their capacity to learn by adopting a more open, collaborative approach to everything in life.” There's a whole lot more we'll talk about next week too, but for this week, try this: Put your phone in another room while you work.Go outside and walk if you can.Get up every 40 minutes and move around for five. Set a timer.Chat with someone positive or sign up to volunteer somewhere.Sign up for a free class or even listen to a podcast like this. Take some time to learn something. And think about this: “You can't buy, achieve or date serenity and peace of mind,” Anne Lamott says in a TedTalk about being sixty-one. “It's an inside job, and we can't arrange peace or lasting improvement for the people we love most in the world. They have to find their own ways, their own answers.” DOG TIP FOR LIFE Bark. Communicate your needs and sometimes the neighbor will bark back and you'll feel less lonely. LINKS WE USE IN THE PODCAST https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/seven_ways_to_feel_more_in_control_of_your_life https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/wellness/help-i-found-a-weird-way-to-calm-the-dog-next-door-my-neighbor-is-furious-about-it/ar-AAVAHvE SHOUT OUT! The music we've clipped and shortened in this podcast is awesome and is made available through the Creative Commons License. Here's a link to that and the artist's website. Who is this artist and what is this song? It's “Summer Spliff” by Broke For Free. AND we are transitioning to a new writer podcast called WRITE BETTER NOW! You'll be able to check it out here starting in 2022! We have a podcast, LOVING THE STRANGE, which we stream live on Carrie's Facebook and Twitter and LinkedIn on Fridays. Her Facebook and Twitter handles are all carriejonesbooks or carriejonesbook. Carrie is reading one of her poems every week on CARRIE DOES POEMS. And there you go! Whew! That's a lot! Here's the link. Write Better Now - Writing Tips podcast for authors and writers loving the strange the podcast about embracing the weird Carrie Does Poems

There's an Anne Lamott quote that says, “Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes—including you.” And that's a lovely quote and quite true in so many instances, but also sometimes? Sometimes it can feel next to impossible to unplug. Sometimes that unplugging has to be a dramatic event where you realize that you have to rescue yourself from the habits that are controlling your life, or the people controlling your life and you have to actually take your own control of your life. I know! I know! Terrifying. BUT THE FIRST QUESTION IS: HOW DO YOU ACTUALLY TAKE CONTROL OVER YOUR LIFE? Over at the greatergood, there are some potential possibilities that we're going to share here. It's a great article written by Anthony Rao and Paul Napper back in 2019. Controlling Stimuli They write: “Agency begins with what you let into your mind—meaning what comes in from your environment. If you are lacking agency, it's likely your attention is being hijacked and you need to figure out how to restore it.” A phone next to you when you're reading? It's probably going to distract you, they say. But walking outside? It lets your brain recharge. Same thing with email notifications.  Another thing they suggest is . . . “Associate Selectively” They write: “It's impossible not to be affected by those around us—it's easy to “catch” their emotions, for example, and our brains tend to synch up when we associate with other people. That means you should set boundaries with difficult people, disentangle yourself from negative online interactions, and be more conscious of how you might be vulnerable to “groupthink”—pressures to behave or think in ways that are contrary to your values.” How do you do that when that person is your kid? It's a good question. But they suggest making sure you have a lot of interactions with people who want to help you cultivate your skills and talents, grow to your potential, and help you with your positive beliefs. Volunteering and just chatting can help. Move Around Get up. Off the couch. Off the chair. Stretch. Walk. Dance. As often as possible. Learn They write: “People with high levels of agency are continually learning more and expanding their capacity to learn by adopting a more open, collaborative approach to everything in life.” THERE'S A WHOLE LOT MORE WE'LL TALK ABOUT NEXT WEEK TOO, BUT FOR THIS WEEK, TRY THIS: Put your phone in another room while you work. Go outside and walk if you can. Get up every 40 minutes and move around for five. Set a timer. Chat with someone positive or sign up to volunteer somewhere. Sign up for a free class or even listen to a podcast like this. Take some time to learn something. And think about this: “You can't buy, achieve or date serenity and peace of mind,” Anne Lamott says in a TedTalk about being sixty-one. “It's an inside job, and we can't arrange peace or lasting improvement for the people we love most in the world. They have to find their own ways, their own answers.” DOG TIP FOR LIFE Bark. Communicate your needs and sometimes the neighbor will bark back and you'll feel less lonely. LINKS WE USE IN THE PODCAST greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/seven_ways_to_feel_more_in_control_of_your_life www.msn.com/en-us/health/wellness/help-i-found-a-weird-way-to-calm-the-dog-next-door-my-neighbor-is-furious-about-it/ar-AAVAHvE SHOUT OUT! The music we've clipped and shortened in this podcast is awesome and is made available through the Creative Commons License. Here's a link to that and the artist's website. Who is this artist and what is this song? It's “Summer Spliff” by Broke For Free. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/carriejonesbooks/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/carriejonesbooks/support

These days an unprecedented number of both children and adults report feeling anxious and overwhelmed much of the time. Maybe you are one of them! Many of us find ourselves at the mercy of our smart phones, tablets and other devices, responding to every beep and ping as if our lives depended on it. We also may feel compelled to say yes to every invitation or request that comes our way. But then, when the time comes to follow through, we'd rather enjoy a long walk, spend some fun time with our loved ones or read a good book.   In the words of psychologist Dr. Anthony Rao (Tony), we have lost our “agency,' the ability to make wise decisions and put those decisions into actions that are consistent with the life we want to live. We have lost the ability to be effective agents on our own behalf. And, in doing so, we are setting an example for our children to do the same. Tony joins Marti & Erin in this episode of Mom Enough to discuss highlights of the new book he has written with colleague Paul Napper, The Power of Agency: The Seven Principles to Conquer Obstacles, Make Effective Decisions, and Create a Life on Your Own Terms. In this lively discussion, Tony emphasizes the first three principles from his book: 1) Clear your mind by reducing stimuli; 2) Associate selectively; and 3) Move (or, as Tony says, “Use your body in more beautiful ways.”) He discusses how these foundational principles can be introduced to children of any age, setting the stage for both parent and child to increase their agency by moving on through all seven principles. Marti & Erin were inspired by Tony's framework and practical tips and think you will be too.   WHAT WILL YOU DO WITH THE WISE ADVICE OF DR. RAO? What does the word "agency" mean to you? What would it look like if you increased your agency in the way you live your own life? Or helped your children do the same? Think of the first three principles Tony Rao discussed (clear your mind, affiliate selectively and move). What could you do this week to bring those principles to life for you and your children?   CHECK OUT THESE LINKS TO LEARN MORE ABOUT TOPICS RELATED TO AGENCY: ❉ ENGAGING CHILDREN AS GOOD CITIZENS: HELPING CHILDREN ENVISION THE WORLD THEY WANT AND TAKE ACTION TO REALIZE THAT VISION. Dr. Anne Klaeysen, head of the New York Society for Ethical Culture, offers clear and helpful ways to help our children discover their own values, learn what it means to be kind and fair on a large scale and recognize what they can contribute toward building a humane, ethical society, as children and throughout their lives.   ❉ THE CHEMISTRY OF CALM AND JOY: A CONVERSATION WITH INTEGRATIVE PSYCHIATRIST HENRY EMMONS. Listen as Dr. Emmons discusses the chemistry of emotions and simple, accessible strategies to manage energy, quiet our minds, build resilience and maximize our experience of calm, joy and well-being.   ❉ HOW TO HELP YOUR CHILDREN REFLECT ON EMOTIONS AND BEHAVIORAL CHOICES. Check out this brief clip from the 2017 Night Out For ME presentation.

How do you set your intentions each day? Do you rise late, rush to get ready, head out the door and jump from task, to meeting, to phone call, to kids sports, to the grocery store with never a thought about caring for yourself? Where do you find time each day for you? When do you take a moment to just breathe? What will it take for you to realize that you, and only you, have the power to say: "I am important!"In today's episode, host Jason Ramsden shares 10 tips on how you can mindfully take back control of your life in these crazy times. He also shares experiences from his own life on how he is working to make improvements in the hopes of inspiring others.RATE & REVIEW THE SHOWReview us on Love the Podcast or Apple Podcasts -- reviews and ratings help others find us and we appreciate your support greatly.ENGAGE WITH THE SHOWSubscribe, Facebook, Twitter or LinkedInCONNECT WITH JAYEmail, LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, or TwitterRESOURCESArticlesTake Back Your Life in Ten Steps by Tony Schwartz (hbr.com)Seven Ways to Feel More in Control of Your Life by Anthony Rao; Paul Napper (berkeley.edu)App LinksCalm App; Calm is the #1 app for sleep and meditation. Join the millions experiencing better sleep, lower stress, and less anxiety. (Apple, Android)Amazon Links**EP30: Metahuma: Unleashing Your Infinite Potential by Depak Chopra, MD.EP19: Chatter;The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness ItEP11: Give and Take by Adam GrantEP04: The 5 Second Rule: Transform your Life, Work, and Confidence with Everyday Courage by Mel RobbinsEP02: Find Your Why by Simon Sinek (audio version)

Dr. Paul Napper, Psy.D., is a leading psychology expert and executive coach. After launching his career on Wall Street, he founded Performance Psychology, a Boston-based management psychology consultancy, in 1998. Today, he helps leaders and senior teams at Fortune 500 companies, financial firms, nonprofits, universities, and startups increase their effectiveness by strengthening their agency. During the pandemic, he has been advising global organizations on how to stay grounded, healthy, and profitable. Find out more about Dr. Napper and Dr. Rao at www.powerofagency.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tboc/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tboc/support

Download a year's worth of https://www.leadershipactionlist.com/ (weekly action steps to improve your leadership) for FREE!   Paul Napper helps business leaders increase their effectiveness through focusing and strengthening their agency as leaders. His client list includes Fortune 500 companies, financial firms, non-profit organizations, universities, and start-ups. He is the co-author of The Power of Agency: The 7 Principles to Conquer Obstacles, Make Effective Decisions, and Create a Life on Your Own Terms.   LEADERSHIP INSIGHTS Agency is the thing that allows us to make the right kinds of choices in our lives and live life on our own terms. Two primary “buckets” for agency: Our behaviors and our thinking/processing of emotions. 3 Behavioral principles: 1. Control stimuli. To have agency, you must control the amount of stimuli you expose yourself to. 2. Associate selectively. Surround yourself with people who will make you better. 3. Manage yourself through movement. Move, eat, sleep well. 4 Cognitive principles: 4. Position yourself as a learner. Ask questions about the world, other people, yourself. 5. Manage your emotions and beliefs. Update your story as you need to. If you see yourself as a victim, etc., you will build a life around that belief. NOTE: Values don't change much in life, but beliefs do. 6. Check your intuition. This is a learned skill and the primary mode by which we make day-to-day decisions. 7. Deliberate then act. Slow down and think through important decisions before making them… but don't just deliberate! Agency allows us to adapt. There's no such thing as bad weather… just bad gear! We have the capacity to develop more agency. Instead of doing this, many look for external hacks (medication, etc.). We are all struggling to adapt, so do the work of developing agency in your life.   QUESTIONS TO INSPIRE US TO ACTION What is some lesson, saying, or experience that continues to influence your leadership to this day? We tell ourselves stories in order to live. Humans live in the stories they construct for their lives, and we're in a constant act of creating and re-creating those stories. Use three descriptors to finish this sentence: “A leader is…” Creative, thoughtful, and measured. What is a question that leaders should be asking either themselves or others? How did you arrive at that point of view? What book would you recommend to leaders? The Fearless Organization: Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace for Learning, Innovation, and Growth by Amy Edmondson If you could get every listener to start doing something THIS week to help them be a better leader, what would it be? Slow down, reflect more, and make sure you're giving adequate time to the most important decisions you need to make. As a general life principle, is it better to ask “why?” or “why not?” “Why?” is always a critical question, and “why not?” is just the other side of the coin. They are both important.   CONNECT WITH PAUL LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drpaulnapper/ (@drpaulnapper) Website: https://powerofagency.com (https://powerofagency.com)   CONNECT WITH JOSH LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/joshuafriedeman (@joshuafriedeman) Instagram: https://instagram.com/joshuafriedeman (@joshuafriedeman) Email: josh@friedemanleadership.com   Want a FREE list of weekly action steps to improve your leadership? Download the https://www.leadershipactionlist.com/ (Leadership Action List) TODAY!

We all want a good return on our investment, especially when we invest in ourselves or our creative ideas. Decision-making can become cloudy when we limit the use of our intuition or when we are not in alignment with the purpose of our business. Without the right tools, it becomes easy to get stuck in the mire or to not advocate for ourselves in the best way possible. To unearth the tools experienced business leaders and educators use to advance the growth of themselves and their businesses, Positive Psychology Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with two scholars who authored books on how to make lives and businesses sustainable. Paul Napper discusses key elements of his book, The Power of Agency, and the challenges many people face when making decisions in this overstimulated world. And, Philippe Bouissou shares takeaways that make his book, Aligning the Dots, a litmus test for entrepreneurs when creating a successful and sustainable business.

Join us for another hour long special with this brilliant doctor duo. Download this episode of TalentTalk Radio with host, Chris Dyer, and guests, Dr. Paul Napper and Dr. Anthony Rao, co-authors of The Power of Agency: The 7 Principles to Conquer Obstacles, Make Effective Decisions and Create a Life on Your Own Terms. Dr. Napper leads a management psychology and executive coaching consultancy in Boston. His client list includes Fortune 500 companies, universities, and start-ups. Dr. Rao is a nationally known expert in psychology. He started his career as a psychologist at Boston Children’s Hospital and for more than twenty years he was an instructor at Harvard Medical School. We’ll join together for some Tuesday Thoughts to discuss how we use “agency” to better our situation. With stress at an all-time high right now, we’ll explore what we can do to keep ourselves stable and grounded. Dr. Napper & Dr. Rao will share stories about what they’ve learned from working with so many top leaders and organizations during the crisis; and tools and techniques to help us better manage.

Agency is an unusual word for business and we are not talking about hiring an “Agency”. For our purposes, agency is the ability for an individual to act independently and make their own choices. It turns out this concept is central to our ability to manage uncertainty, to adapt and probably to inspire others. What is it, how does it work, why does it matter for uncertain times and, most importantly, how can you have more of it? Tune in to hear more and learn what you can do for yourself and your team.

Agency is an unusual word for business and we are not talking about hiring an “Agency”. For our purposes, agency is the ability for an individual to act independently and make their own choices. It turns out this concept is central to our ability to manage uncertainty, to adapt and probably to inspire others. What is it, how does it work, why does it matter for uncertain times and, most importantly, how can you have more of it? Tune in to hear more and learn what you can do for yourself and your team.

Agency is an unusual word for business and we are not talking about hiring an “Agency”. For our purposes, agency is the ability for an individual to act independently and make their own choices. It turns out this concept is central to our ability to manage uncertainty, to adapt and probably to inspire others. What is it, how does it work, why does it matter for uncertain times and, most importantly, how can you have more of it? Tune in to hear more and learn what you can do for yourself and your team.

Joined today by Dr. Paul Napper, a peak performance psychologist that helps business leaders level up their game. He's the author of the phenomenal book The Power of Agency, and that's exactly what we'll talk about today: How to conquer obstacles, make effective decisions, and live life on your terms! Max Out Insights: There are so many different aspects that align and come together to shape our decisions. We make decisions with our whole body, that's why you should work on your limiting beliefs, emotions, physical and mental health. What we choose to believe has massive impact on how we go through life. Pause, reflect and update your beliefs. When we operate with beliefs that are inaccurate and outdated it oftentimes causes us trouble. Agency is important to try and acknowledge what's real and what's not. Agency is essential to feel control in life. Believe in your capacity to influence your thoughts and behaviour. Max Out Quotes: “As individuals, we need to learn how to best adapt.” “Our capacity to reflect is vital to our level of agency. Create your space to reflect, get outside and take yourself into natural environments that promote greater reflection” “We all need to operate with beliefs and assumptions that help us navigate through our lives.” “What we choose to believe in life, influences how we live life.” ”Deliberate effectively and think critically before taking action in your life.” Connect with Paul: Through www.powerofagency.com/ you can find the book and more content to expose yourself to the idea of Agency and how to develop it in your own life.

The fast pace of today’s world is creating a silent epidemic that’s impacting our physical and emotional well-being. According to Dr. Paul Napper, our accelerated lifestyles, always-on technology, and ever-increasing job demands have created a tsunami of overwhelm and anxiety. Dr. Napper warns that we’ve lost our agency, which is the ability to deal with stress and act as an effective agent for ourselves. Dr. Napper leads a management psychology practice. He has held an advanced fellowship during a three-year academic appointment at Harvard Medical School and is the co-author of the book The Power of Agency: The 7 Principles to Conquer Obstacles, Make Effective Decisions, and Create a Life on Your Own Terms. Music: www.purple-planet.comShow site: www.cyacyl.com

Today's episode of Mindfulness Monday features a conversation between Ora Nadrich and Paul Napper, co-author (Anthony Rao) of the deeply insightful book; The Power of Agency - The 7 Principles to Conquer Obstacles, Make Effective Decisions, and Create a Life on Your Own Terms. Dr. Paul Napper provides consultation and coaching to business leaders to help them sharpen and strengthen their leadership efforts. His professional background includes extensive experience in assessment and the application of psychological principles to improve the performance of individuals and organizations. His client list includes Fortune 500 companies, universities, start-ups and non-profits. Dr. Napper launched his career as a Wall Street analyst, first with J.P. Morgan Investment Management in New York and, following that, with Crowell, Weedon and Company in Los Angeles. During his tenure as a securities analyst, he was responsible for following several major industries, including banking, insurance, and media. He subsequently launched the management psychology practice, Performance Psychology Consulting, with two partners in 1998, where he advises a broad array of organizations and industries. Dr. Napper earned his undergraduate degree at the University of Pennsylvania in International Relations and pursued his master's degree in the same field at the University of Chicago. He received his doctorate from William James College, one of the nation's preeminent colleges of applied professional psychology. He completed an advanced fellowship in psychological testing and assessment during a three-year academic appointment at Harvard Medical School. He authored a book on psychological agency and the realization of human potential published by St. Martin's Press in 2019. Learn more: http://performpsych.com/about.php

After a year in which all of our lives have been turned topsy-turvy, the notion that we can be in full command of our lives going forward may seem fanciful. But Dr. Paul Napper, a renowned psychology expert and business consultant, has developed a science-based approach to living life on our own terms. In his latest book, “The Power of Agency,” co-authored with Dr. Anthony Rao, Dr. Napper outlines seven empowering steps that anyone can use to take charge of their life. Of the seven principles, Dr. Napper tells host and award-winning journalist Dean Rotbart, one that is particularly important during the ongoing COVID-19 crisis is to associate yourself with supportive positive people who you can learn from. Hear all seven of Dr. Napper’s steps now and start off 2021 fresh; ready to succeed regardless of what life throws your way. [Resolve to purchase your own copy of “The Power of Agency” here.] Photo: Dr. Paul Napper, Performance Psychology Consulting Posted: December 21, 2020Monday Morning Run Time: 51:16

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Do you ever take time to consider the synchronicities and connections you may not notice because you are too busy? Humans are subtly, nuanced creatures who are part of the heavens and the earth, but our new, highly-stimulated environments leave little time for magic or deep thought. Our minds are continuously bombarded with branded messages designed to make us take action in a direction we may not want to go. To discover how we can regain personal agency and reduce the amount of control industry-focused cultures have over us, Positive Psychology Podcast Host, Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with two changemakers who encourage humans to discover their personal truth and carry it proudly throughout the day. Dr. Paul Napper works with individuals and companies to foster behavioral changes that promote better decision making through strengthening personal agency and reducing stimuli. And, Aaron Dignan guides notable Fortune 500 companies through leadership techniques that encourage heart-nourishing, human-focused decisions.

Getting Rid of Overwhelm  Dr. Napper shares how to take control of your life. He shares how to take agency and the power of critical thinking.    Take away: You have the power to create the life of your dreams.   Action step: Balance your checkbook.   Money Learnings: Paul's parents were responsible with money, and he learned by watching them.    Bio: PAUL NAPPER, Psy.D., leads a management psychology practice. His client list includes Fortune 500 companies, non-profits, universities, and start-ups. He has held an advanced fellowship during a three-year academic appointment at Harvard Medical School (HMS) and is the co-author of the new book THE POWER OF AGENCY: The 7 Principles to Conquer Obstacles, Make Effective Decisions, and Create a Life on Your Own Terms.   Highlights from this episode: Link to the episode page   The difference between revenue and profit. The book: THE POWER OF AGENCY: The 7 Principles to Conquer Obstacles, Make Effective Decisions, and Create a Life on Your Own Terms. Overcoming the overwhelm.  Creating agency in your life.  The power of critical thinking.  Quieting the mind.  The power of movement. How do high agency people behave?  System 1 versus system 2 thinking.   Website:  powerofagency.com Twitter: @drpaulnapper LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drpaulnapper/ FB:  dranthonyrao     Richer Soul Life Beyond Money. You got rich, now what? Let’s talk about your journey to more a purposeful, intentional, amazing life. Where are you going to go and how are you going to get there? Let’s figure that out together. At the core is the financial well being to be able to do what you want, when you want, how you want. It’s about personal freedom!   Thanks for listening!   Show Sponsor: http://profitcomesfirst.com/   Schedule your free no obligation call: https://bookme.name/rockyl/lite/intro-appointment-15-minutes   If you like the show please leave a review on iTunes: http://bit.do/richersoul   https://www.facebook.com/richersoul http://richersoul.com/ rocky@richersoul.com     Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs.    

Turn on any television, open any newspaper, or tune to any radio station. Rightfully, COVID-19 is dominating every headline, but at what cost to our mental health? Dr.Terri talks to Dr. Paul Napper (Psy.D.), a leading psychology and leadership consultant, and author of the new book, "The Power of Agency: The 7 Principles to Conquer Obstacles, Make Effective Decisions, and Create a Life on Your Own Terms". Dr. Napper shares simple strategies to quickly tame information overload, beat back anxiety, and regain hope.

In this segment of Inner Voice - Heartfelt Chat with Dr. Foojan on KMET 1490 AM / ABC News Radio (The Power of Agency), Dr. Foojan Zeine speaks to Dr. Paul Napper, a leading psychology and leadership consultant and the co-author of "The Power of Agency - The 7 Principles to Conquer Obstacles, Make Effective Decisions, and Create a Life on Your Own Terms". Dr. Napper shared in detail the 7 principles and skills that successful people with high level of agency uphold. www.PowerofAgency.com. Dr. Foojan also shares some tips about being you partner's best friend and how to apologize to keep being a best friend. Visit my website - www.FOOJAN.com

Peggy and Paul Napper, co-author, “The Power of Agency: The 7 Principles to Conquer Obstacles, Make Effective Decisions, & Create a Life on Your Own Terms,” talk about the importance of adapting today. He says things have sped up so much during the past 20-30 years, coupled with current crisis, and we feel overwhelmed, but we need to adapt. They also discuss: What we should be doing today to manage our stress amid the crisis. What is human agency and why does it matter today. What we have within our own power to become better at handling our life. powerofagency.com (04.25.20 - #665) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, author

Peggy and Paul Napper, co-author, “The Power of Agency: The 7 Principles to Conquer Obstacles, Make Effective Decisions, & Create a Life on Your Own Terms,” talk about the importance of adapting today. He says things have sped up so much during the past 20-30 years, coupled with current crisis, and we feel overwhelmed, but we need to adapt. They also discuss: What we should be doing today to manage our stress amid the crisis. What is human agency and why does it matter today. What we have within our own power to become better at handling our life. powerofagency.com (04.25.20 - #665) IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast, author

Dr. Paul Napper Co-Author of The Power of Agency discusses a science-backed approach to living life on your own terms. Agency is the ability to act as an effective agent for yourself - reflecting, making creative choices, and constructing a meaningful life. Grounded in extensive psychological research, The Power of Agency gives you the tools to help alleviate anxiety, manage competing demands, and help you live your version of success.

I have two guests this week—psychologists Dr. Paul Napper and Dr. Anthony Rao. We discussed their recent book, The Power of Agency: The 7 Principles to Conquer Obstacles, Make Effective Decisions, and Create a Life on Your Own Terms (affiliate link). Agency’s an important topic that we probably don’t talk about enough. The three of us explored ways to reclaim greater control over our lives, from engaging more with the physical world to releasing fear and honoring our intuition. We also discussed the benefits of psychodynamic therapy, and how it can complement a cognitive behavioral approach. Other topics we touched on included: The feelings of overwhelm and loss of control that are troubling so many people Factors that contribute to rising levels of stress, including social isolation, technology, and less time outside Why we often feel like we’re not keeping up and taking care of what we need to The radical changes in how we live over the past 200 years The drive for constant productivity that often dominates our lives The enormous amount of information that confronts us every day The value in letting yourself be bored at times The loss of time for moments of reflection The advantages of analog (non-digital) activities How my guests manage their own use of screens and social media The influence that messaging and marketing from digital devices can have on us The pressure young people often feel to do what everyone else is doing The problem with being immobile for hours at a time, and the energy created by movement Lisa Barrett’s work on being able to pinpoint how we’re feeling Why it’s often healing to go outdoors The Japanese concept of Forest Bathing Why practices in stillness (e.g., progressive muscle relaxation; sitting meditation) are so helpful The many ways of practicing mindfulness Why anxiety seems to be the primary emotion (see this episode with Dr. Todd Pressman where we discussed a similar topic) The distinction between stress and anxiety How to distinguish intuition versus fear Anthony Rao, PhD, is a clinical psychologist who completed his doctorate in psychology at Vanderbilt University. For more than 20 years, Anthony worked in the Department of Psychiatry at Boston Children's Hospital and served as instructor at Harvard Medical School, where he trained psychologists and physicians in the use of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT). Anthony has been a featured expert on documentaries and has been interviewed for articles in The New Yorker, Boston Globe, Washington Times, Chicago Tribune, and Parents Magazine, among many others. His editorial letters and opinions have appeared in a wide range of publications including Newsweek, Scientific American, The New York Times, and New York Magazine. Anthony has also lectured extensively at universities, including Tufts University, Emerson College, and Boston University. He regularly presents at conferences and parenting groups, and conducts workshops for professionals around the country who work with children and young adults. His first book, The Way of Boys: Promoting the Social and Emotional Development of Young Boys (affiliate link), is an expose on the current crisis in American boyhood. It  urges parents, educators, pediatricians, psychologists, and other developmental experts to reevaluate and radically alter how we raise boys – so boys can be their best, respecting their unique development right from the start. Paul Napper, PsyD, helps business leaders increase their effectiveness through focusing and strengthening their agency as leaders. His professional background includes extensive experience in assessment and the application of psychological principles to improve the performance of people and organizations. His client list includes Fortune 500 companies, financial firms, non-profit organizations, universities, as well as start-ups. ​

I have two guests for you this week—psychologists Dr. Paul Napper and Dr. Anthony Rao, authors of the recent book, The Power of Agency: The 7 Principles to Conquer Obstacles, Make Effective Decisions, and Create a Life on Your Own Terms. The three of us explored ways to reclaim greater control over our lives, from engaging more with the physical world to releasing fear and honoring our intuition. We also discussed the benefits of psychodynamic therapy, and how it can complement a cognitive behavioral approach.

Two out of every three Americans report they are extremely or somewhat anxious–does that include you? Beyond robbing you of the joy of living, sustained anxiety can cause serious physical and mental health consequences. Guest Dr. Paul Napper, Psy.D, management psychologist and co-author of the critically acclaimed book, The Power of Agency, explains why so many of us … Read more about this episode...

America is experiencing a silent epidemic. With one in five Americans has been diagnosed with an anxiety disorder, the United States is the most anxious nation on the planet. But what is anxiety? How can you combat feelings of anxiety and overwhelm? Psychologist Dr. Paul Napper discusses the phenomenon and the book he’s co-authored, The Power of Agency and what we can all do to get to the root cause of our anxiety. Book: The Power of Agency

These days an unprecedented number of both children and adults report feeling anxious and overwhelmed much of the time. Maybe you are one of them! Many of us find ourselves at the mercy of our smart phones, tablets and other devices, responding to every beep and ping as if our lives depended on it. We also may feel compelled to say yes to every invitation or request that comes our way. But then, when the time comes to follow through, we’d rather enjoy a long walk, spend some fun time with our loved ones or read a good book.   In the words of psychologist Dr. Anthony Rao (Tony), we have lost our “agency,’ the ability to make wise decisions and put those decisions into actions that are consistent with the life we want to live. We have lost the ability to be effective agents on our own behalf. And, in doing so, we are setting an example for our children to do the same. Tony joins Marti & Erin in this episode of Mom Enough to discuss highlights of the new book he has written with colleague Paul Napper, The Power of Agency: The Seven Principles to Conquer Obstacles, Make Effective Decisions, and Create a Life on Your Own Terms. In this lively discussion, Tony emphasizes the first three principles from his book: 1) Clear your mind by reducing stimuli; 2) Associate selectively; and 3) Move (or, as Tony says, “Use your body in more beautiful ways.”) He discusses how these foundational principles can be introduced to children of any age, setting the stage for both parent and child to increase their agency by moving on through all seven principles. Marti & Erin were inspired by Tony’s framework and practical tips and think you will be too.   WHAT WILL YOU DO WITH THE WISE ADVICE OF DR. RAO? What does the word "agency" mean to you? What would it look like if you increased your agency in the way you live your own life? Or helped your children do the same? Think of the first three principles Tony Rao discussed (clear your mind, affiliate selectively and move). What could you do this week to bring those principles to life for you and your children?   CHECK OUT THESE LINKS TO LEARN MORE ABOUT TOPICS RELATED TO AGENCY: ❉ ENGAGING CHILDREN AS GOOD CITIZENS: HELPING CHILDREN ENVISION THE WORLD THEY WANT AND TAKE ACTION TO REALIZE THAT VISION. Dr. Anne Klaeysen, head of the New York Society for Ethical Culture, offers clear and helpful ways to help our children discover their own values, learn what it means to be kind and fair on a large scale and recognize what they can contribute toward building a humane, ethical society, as children and throughout their lives.   ❉ THE CHEMISTRY OF CALM AND JOY: A CONVERSATION WITH INTEGRATIVE PSYCHIATRIST HENRY EMMONS. Listen as Dr. Emmons discusses the chemistry of emotions and simple, accessible strategies to manage energy, quiet our minds, build resilience and maximize our experience of calm, joy and well-being.   ❉ HOW TO HELP YOUR CHILDREN REFLECT ON EMOTIONS AND BEHAVIORAL CHOICES. Check out this brief clip from the 2017 Night Out For ME presentation.

There is a silent epidemic that is ravaging America, one that is lurking below the headlines: our near-constant state of anxiety. One in five people are currently diagnosed with an anxiety disorder. Anxiety can paralyze our thinking, decision-making, and actions, and it can even damage or long-term physical health. We've lost our agency: the ability to deal with stress and act as an effective agent for ourselves-thinking, reflecting, and acting in ways that direct us toward the lives we want. Dr. Napa tells us how we can increase our agency. To get a free special report from Dr. Napper entitled: The seven best ways to prevent yourself from being manipulated, request it at www.powerofagency.com include your name and email address..

• Author Paul Napper says there's a common reason so many are anxious in the U.S. • “We actually have a silent epidemic … of anxiety” The United States is chock full of people who are anxious. Anxious about their businesses. Their lives. You name it. One of the reasons, says researcher and author Paul Napper, is that people have lost their “agency.” “This is primarily an American problem. We have gotten to a state of near-overwhelm as a society,” he says. “We are very over-stimulated. We have robust data that suggest there is a tremendous amount of anxiety. We actually have a silent epidemic … of anxiety.” He joins us on today's CVBT Audio Interview Podcast to tell us just what it means to lose one's agency – and what to do about it. Please click here to listen to the CVBT Podcast:

There’s a silent epidemic that’s ravaging America, one that’s lurking below the headlines: our near-constant state of anxiety. According to the World Health Organization, the United States is the most anxious nation on earth, with at least one in five people—a full forty million Americans—currently diagnosed with an anxiety disorder. A new APA poll reveals that for the second year in a row, two in every three Americans say they are extremely or somewhat anxious. Even our children aren’t spared, with reported rates of anxiety steadily increasing year after year.   Our accelerated lifestyles, always-on technology, and ever-increasing job demands have created a tsunami of overwhelm and anxiety, warn renowned psychology experts Paul Napper and Anthony Rao. As individuals, we’ve lost our agency: the ability to deal with stress and act as an effective agent for ourselves—thinking, reflecting, and acting in ways that direct us toward the lives we want. Agency is what humans use to feel in control of their lives. And right now, it’s gone. ITHE POWER OF AGENCY: The 7 Principles to Conquer Obstacles, Make Effective Decisions, and Create a Life on Your Own Terms, Napper and Rao distill 50 years of clinical fieldwork, cutting-edge research, and more than one hundred in-depth interviews into accessible techniques and tools that will create agency and build your confidence. The Power of Agency

As we get ready to enter a new year and a new decade, are you feeling increasingly anxious, overwhelmed and unable to make good decisions? You are not alone. Now you can take back control of your life. In their new book, THE POWER OF AGENCY: The 7 Principles to Conquer Obstacles, Make Effective Decisions, and Create a Life on Your Own Terms, Dr. Paul Napper and Dr. Anthony Rao distill 50 years of clinical fieldwork, cutting-edge research, and more than 100 in-depth interviews into accessible techniques and tools that will help you create agency and build your confidence. According to the World Health Organization, the U.S. is the most anxious nation on earth, with at least 1 in 5 people — 40 million Americans—currently diagnosed with an anxiety disorder. And a new APA poll reveals that for the second year in a row, two in every three Americans say they are extremely or somewhat anxious. Even our children aren’t spared. Why? Our accelerated lifestyles, always-on technology, and ever-increasing job demands have created a tsunami of overwhelm and anxiety. As individuals, we’ve lost our agency: the ability to deal with stress and act as an effective agent for ourselves—thinking, reflecting, and acting in ways that direct us toward the lives we want. Agency is what humans use to feel in control of their lives. And right now, it’s gone. Paul Napper, Psy.D, leads a management psychology practice. His client list includes Fortune 500 companies, non-profits, universities, and start-ups. He has held an advanced fellowship during a three-year academic appointment at Harvard Medical School. Anthony Rao, Ph.D., is a cognitive-behavioral therapist. For over 20 years, he was a pediatric psychologist at Boston Children’s Hospital and an instructor at Harvard Medical School. In 1998, he opened a specialized private practice.

Bill Horan talks with Dr. Paul Napper, author of THE POWER OF AGENCY. Dr. Napper will discuss what "agency" means, how lack of agency affects business, why the quality of our life depends on what enters our mind, how confidence fends off anxiety, and what the 7 principles of agency are.

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Bill Horan talks with Dr. Paul Napper, author of THE POWER OF AGENCY. Dr. Napper will discuss what "agency" means, how lack of agency affects business, why the quality of our life depends on what enters our mind, how confidence fends off anxiety, and what the 7 principles of agency are.

Introducing The Power of Agency, a science-backed approach to living life on your own terms. Agency is the ability to act as an effective agent for yourself―reflecting, making creative choices, and constructing a meaningful life. Grounded in extensive psychological research, The Power of Agency gives you the tools to help alleviate anxiety, manage competing demands and help you live your version of success. Renowned psychology experts Paul Napper and Anthony Rao will help you break through your state of overwhelm by showing you how to access your personal agency with seven empowering principles: control stimuli, associate selectively, move, position yourself as a learner, manage your emotions and beliefs, check your intuition, deliberate and then act. Featuring stories of people who have successfully applied these principles to improve their lives, The Power of Agency will give you the insights and skills to build your confidence, conquer challenges, and live more authentically. Link to the book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2RmwI14 books, author reading, nonfiction books, book podcast, psychology books, audiobooks

We are bombarded with so much stimuli.  It is no wonder according to the the Word Health Organization that the United States is the considered to be the most anxious country in the world.  But regardless of where you live in the world you too are being taxed with more digital information.  You are asked to do more.  There are more demands on you from work, family, friends, media, and social media.  Now that we have all this data at our disposal we have to keep up with the "metrics".  Now the computers are telling us what we should produce, and how much, and how fast.  If you are like so many people in this world, your life is stuck, out of control, overwhelmed, over stressed and feel as if you have no control over your life.  That my friends is the very definition of the "Loss of Agency".  It's out of control, you feel you cannot control it and it has consumed you.  It is time for you to act as your own agent and get you agency back.  Bring control back into your life and it can be done. On this episode of A New Direction co-author Psychologist Dr. Paul Napper joins us to help you get started on getting your agency back.  In a funny sort of way, agency is like getting your psychological "mo-jo" so you can start taking back control of your life, be able to handle making better decisions, and reducing the obstacles to a more manageable size.  The book is entitled, The Power of Agency: The 7 Principles to Conquer Obstacles, Make Effective Decisions, and Create a Life on Your Own Terms.  It is a comprehensive self-help guide to helping you take back your life, discover your purpose, and live that life in an authentic way.  The Power of Agency  is full of research and real stories from real people who have changed their lives all because the discovered or rediscovered The Power of Agency.   Learn more about the Power of Agency by heading on over to www.powerofagency.com and take their FREE Test to see how you are doing when it comes to agency.  https://powerofagency.outgrow.us/powerofagency Please Thank the sponsors of A New Direction.  It is their financial gifts that keep us on the air and keep us going!  And we could not be more grateful. EPIC Physical Therapy.   There are a number of physical therapy places.  And I have been to several, but I have yet to find one where both the professional athlete and the people like you and I can go and get the best treatment plan that will get us back doing before our injury.  EPIC PT is the only place I will go.  It is because they have everything from rehabilitation after major surgery to working with better nutrition.  They have the latest in cutting edge equipment and their certified staff of therapists are second to none.  Epic Recovery.  Epic results.  Check out EPIC Physical Therapy at www.EPICpt.com AND Linda Craft & Team, REALTORS located at 7300 Six Forks Road in Raleigh North Carolina, they have been serving the Research Triangle Park area for 35 years.  In that time Linda created a culture of "Legendary Customer Service".  It is not a slogan it is part of their DNA.  And in that time they have developed relationships with the world's leading real estate professionals to help you find the best professional to help you sell your home or buy your next one.  Why not head on over to the "Legends" Linda Craft & Team, REALTORS www.LindaCraft.com Did you know you can listen to the show on The Oak 93.5 fm in Raleigh?  What?  You say you don't live in Raleigh?  No problem you can stream the show every Thursday at 4 pm EDT and Sunday mornings at 10 am EDT by clicking here OAK 93.5  Tell your friends!

In this episode, Dr. Paul Napper discusses the importance of personal agency and how it is one of the best defenses against the ever growing epidemic of anxiety.

Dr. Paul Napper, Psy.D, is co-author, with Anthony Rao, Ph.D., ofThe Power of Agency: The 7 Principles to Conquer Obstacles, Make Effective Decisions, and Create a Life on Your Own Terms. . There’s a silent epidemic ravaging America, lurking below the headlines: our near-constant state of anxiety. According to the World Health Organization, the U.S. is the most anxious nation on earth, with at least one in five people — 40 million Americans—currently diagnosed with an anxiety disorder. A new APA poll reveals that for the second year in a row, two in every three Americans say they are extremely or somewhat anxious. Even our children aren’t spared Our accelerated lifestyles, always-on technology, and ever-increasing job demands have created a tsunami of overwhelm and anxiety. As individuals, we’ve lost our agency: the ability to deal with stress and act as an effective agent for ourselves—thinking, reflecting, and acting in ways that direct us toward the lives we want. Agency is what humans use to feel in control of their lives. And right now, it’s gone. Dr. Napper leads a management psychology practice. His client list includes Fortune 500 companies, non-profits, universities, and start-ups. He has held an advanced fellowship during a three-year academic appointment at Harvard Medical School. Info: PowerOfAgency.com  

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Agency. It’s one of my favorite words and psychological concepts (and a cornerstone of our Optimize Coach program). So, when I saw this book I immediately got it and read it and here we are. Paul Napper and Anthony Rao are leading consultants and clinicians (who have both held academic positions at Harvard Medical School). In their great book, they define agency as “the ability to act as an effective agent for yourself—reflecting, making creative choices, and constructing a meaningful life.” Then they provide practical, scientifically-grounded wisdom on, as per the sub-title of the book: “The 7 Principles to Conquer Obstacles, Make Effective Decisions, and Create a Life on Your Own Terms.” In this Note, we take a quick look at the 7 principles and shine a spotlight on the first 3 with a focus on how we can Optimize our agency TODAY!!

Agency. It’s one of my favorite words and psychological concepts (and a cornerstone of our Optimize Coach program). So, when I saw this book I immediately got it and read it and here we are. Paul Napper and Anthony Rao are leading consultants and clinicians (who have both held academic positions at Harvard Medical School). In their great book, they define agency as “the ability to act as an effective agent for yourself—reflecting, making creative choices, and constructing a meaningful life.” Then they provide practical, scientifically-grounded wisdom on, as per the sub-title of the book: “The 7 Principles to Conquer Obstacles, Make Effective Decisions, and Create a Life on Your Own Terms.” In this Note, we take a quick look at the 7 principles and shine a spotlight on the first 3 with a focus on how we can Optimize our agency TODAY!!

About This Episode In this episode, I interview Dr. Paul Napper, author of The Power of Agency. We have an amazing conversation about how this one important element of the way we process experience can better our life trajectory.   About Our Guest  From Paul’s Website: Dr. Paul Napper helps business leaders increase their effectiveness through focusing and strengthening their agency as leaders. His professional background includes extensive experience in assessment and the application of psychological principles to improve the performance of people and organizations. His client list includes Fortune 500 companies, financial firms, non-profit organizations, universities, as well as start-ups.​Dr. Napper launched his career as a Wall Street analyst, first with J.P. Morgan Investment Management in New York and, following that, with Crowell, Weedon and Company in Los Angeles. During his tenure as a securities analyst, he was responsible for research and investment strategy for several major industries. He subsequently launched Performance Psychology, a management psychology consultancy to a wide range of organizations and industries. Dr. Napper earned his undergraduate degree at the University of Pennsylvania in International Relations and pursued his master’s degree in the same field at the University of Chicago. He received his doctorate in psychology from William James College in Boston, one of the country’s premier schools of professional psychology. As part of his training he was selected for an advanced fellowship in psychological testing and assessment during a three-year academic appointment at Harvard Medical School.

In our last couple +1s, we’ve had fun (at least I have!) briefly chatting about the first two steps Paul Napper and Anthony Rao encourage us to take in pursuit of cultivating our Agency such that life’s challenges are just nutritious treats fueling our hero’s journeys.   Step 1: Control Stimuli. Step 2: Selectively Associate.    Today we’re going to talk about Step 3: Move.   Here’s how Paul and Anthony put it: “Focusing on movement, and on the nutrition and rest necessary to keep you active and in balance, increases mental and physical strength and stamina–essential building blocks to all body and mind functions.”   Want a strong sense of personal power?   Well, as we discuss ALL.THE.TIME!!, you better ENERGIZE.    Let’s hear it from their perspective.    They tell us: “We all know what it feels like to sit around like a slug all day, not getting outdoors and moving about. But when we get some real movement in, it is a kind of agency in itself. It primes our minds and our senses to fully engage in the world.”   They continue: “When we say Move, we really mean this: Pay attention to your body so that you can provide it with what it requires to be healthy and in balance, because when your body is out of balance, your mind is out of balance. To achieve this, engage in physical movements in multiple ways, rest adequately, and eat nutritious food. Your agency depends on it. Without physical health and balance in your life, everything else will wobble and decline. Flexibility, strength, and stamina are the most obvious things that begin to deteriorate when you’re physically out of balance. But likewise, your motivation, your ability to pay attention, and your ability to delay gratification are adversely affected. Most important to realize, with unhealthy amounts of movement, rest, nutrition, your psychological state–your thinking skills and ability to manage your emotions– deteriorates, and along with it your personal agency.”   That’s Today’s +1.   What’s the one thing you know you could be doing that could most benefit your life if you did it consistently starting Today?   Got it?    Now forget it. (Hah.)   What’s one TINY (!!!) little thing you could do RIGHT NOW (!) that would be a fun way to demonstrate some mastery and build your agency?   Let’s do it.    Together.   (Mine? I’m going to take a nice, calming, deep breath in through my nose down into my belly. Then pause for a moment before smiling and exhaling back out through my nose—slightly longer than my inhale—as I relax my body and get ready to give the world some more of what I’ve got!)

In our last couple +1s, we’ve had fun (at least I have!) briefly chatting about the first two steps Paul Napper and Anthony Rao encourage us to take in pursuit of cultivating our Agency such that life’s challenges are just nutritious treats fueling our hero’s journeys.   Step 1: Control Stimuli. Step 2: Selectively Associate.    Today we’re going to talk about Step 3: Move.   Here’s how Paul and Anthony put it: “Focusing on movement, and on the nutrition and rest necessary to keep you active and in balance, increases mental and physical strength and stamina–essential building blocks to all body and mind functions.”   Want a strong sense of personal power?   Well, as we discuss ALL.THE.TIME!!, you better ENERGIZE.    Let’s hear it from their perspective.    They tell us: “We all know what it feels like to sit around like a slug all day, not getting outdoors and moving about. But when we get some real movement in, it is a kind of agency in itself. It primes our minds and our senses to fully engage in the world.”   They continue: “When we say Move, we really mean this: Pay attention to your body so that you can provide it with what it requires to be healthy and in balance, because when your body is out of balance, your mind is out of balance. To achieve this, engage in physical movements in multiple ways, rest adequately, and eat nutritious food. Your agency depends on it. Without physical health and balance in your life, everything else will wobble and decline. Flexibility, strength, and stamina are the most obvious things that begin to deteriorate when you’re physically out of balance. But likewise, your motivation, your ability to pay attention, and your ability to delay gratification are adversely affected. Most important to realize, with unhealthy amounts of movement, rest, nutrition, your psychological state–your thinking skills and ability to manage your emotions– deteriorates, and along with it your personal agency.”   That’s Today’s +1.   What’s the one thing you know you could be doing that could most benefit your life if you did it consistently starting Today?   Got it?    Now forget it. (Hah.)   What’s one TINY (!!!) little thing you could do RIGHT NOW (!) that would be a fun way to demonstrate some mastery and build your agency?   Let’s do it.    Together.   (Mine? I’m going to take a nice, calming, deep breath in through my nose down into my belly. Then pause for a moment before smiling and exhaling back out through my nose—slightly longer than my inhale—as I relax my body and get ready to give the world some more of what I’ve got!)

In our last little flurry of +1s, we had some fun with Mel Robbins’s 5 Second Rule.   Have you tried it out yet?   5… 4… 3… 2… 1… - GO!!!   That might be THE most elegantly efficient Tool we’ve discussed to help close the gap between who we’re CAPABLE of being and who we’re ACTUALLY being. (Operationalizing Areté for the win!)    Now, one of the key themes of Mel’s book and reasons why that tool is so powerful is the fact that, in addition to getting us to take action RIGHT NOW on what matters most, her 5 Second Rule also builds something that scientists call “agency.”   (Mel actually doesn’t use the word “agency” to describe it; she focuses on a parallel idea called “locus of control.” We’ll save that idea for another time.)   Agency.    It’s a beautiful word. One of my favorites in fact. Science says it’s one of the secret sauces to Optimizing.   So, when I fortuitously stumbled upon a book called The Power of Agency on Amazon, I immediately got it and read it. It’s written by Paul Napper and Anthony Rao—two leading consultants and clinicians who have both held academic positions at Harvard Medical School.    In their great book, they define agency as “the ability to act as an effective agent for yourself—reflecting, making creative choices, and constructing a meaningful life.”    In the book, they provide practical, scientifically-grounded wisdom on, as per the sub-title: “The 7 Principles to Conquer Obstacles, Make Effective Decisions, and Create a Life on Your Own Terms.”    We’ll explore a few of the most powerful, practical Ideas on how to BUILD our agency over the next several days.   Today I just want to make the connection between DOING WHAT NEEDS TO BE DONE and cultivating a strong sense of personal power (aka agency).   Well…   That and I also want to have a little fun.   Imagine that you’re a Secret Agent.    (DoubleO-You perhaps. Short for OptimizingOptimusYOU, of course!)   You work for your Daimon.    What mission is he/she asking you to carry out?    Have you chosen to accept it?   What’s your next step?   Get on that!   This message will self-destruct in 5 seconds…   5… 4… 3… 2… 1… - GO!

In our last little flurry of +1s, we had some fun with Mel Robbins’s 5 Second Rule.   Have you tried it out yet?   5… 4… 3… 2… 1… - GO!!!   That might be THE most elegantly efficient Tool we’ve discussed to help close the gap between who we’re CAPABLE of being and who we’re ACTUALLY being. (Operationalizing Areté for the win!)    Now, one of the key themes of Mel’s book and reasons why that tool is so powerful is the fact that, in addition to getting us to take action RIGHT NOW on what matters most, her 5 Second Rule also builds something that scientists call “agency.”   (Mel actually doesn’t use the word “agency” to describe it; she focuses on a parallel idea called “locus of control.” We’ll save that idea for another time.)   Agency.    It’s a beautiful word. One of my favorites in fact. Science says it’s one of the secret sauces to Optimizing.   So, when I fortuitously stumbled upon a book called The Power of Agency on Amazon, I immediately got it and read it. It’s written by Paul Napper and Anthony Rao—two leading consultants and clinicians who have both held academic positions at Harvard Medical School.    In their great book, they define agency as “the ability to act as an effective agent for yourself—reflecting, making creative choices, and constructing a meaningful life.”    In the book, they provide practical, scientifically-grounded wisdom on, as per the sub-title: “The 7 Principles to Conquer Obstacles, Make Effective Decisions, and Create a Life on Your Own Terms.”    We’ll explore a few of the most powerful, practical Ideas on how to BUILD our agency over the next several days.   Today I just want to make the connection between DOING WHAT NEEDS TO BE DONE and cultivating a strong sense of personal power (aka agency).   Well…   That and I also want to have a little fun.   Imagine that you’re a Secret Agent.    (DoubleO-You perhaps. Short for OptimizingOptimusYOU, of course!)   You work for your Daimon.    What mission is he/she asking you to carry out?    Have you chosen to accept it?   What’s your next step?   Get on that!   This message will self-destruct in 5 seconds…   5… 4… 3… 2… 1… - GO!

This week the best podcasts talked about principles and character skills: How I Built This with Chet Pipkin (principles): https://apple.co/2WlaGOO Art of Manliness with Paul Napper (principles): https://apple.co/30zw9Tx Hidden Brain, "What's Not on the Test" (character skills): https://apple.co/2HFxX4M

Many people today are feeling stressed or overwhelmed by life. The typical approach to treating these issues is to learn how to manage one's symptoms through things like mindfulness or meditation. My guest today argues that mere management is insufficient. Instead, we need to tackle the root of what’s causing us to feel anxious, stuck, and generally lost—a decreasing sense of agency.  His name is Dr. Paul Napper and he’s a psychologist and the co-author of the book The Power of Agency: The 7 Principles to Conquer Obstacles, Make Effective Decisions, and Create a Life on Your Own Terms. Today on the show, Paul makes the case that the reason more and more people feel like they're floundering, is that they don't have a strong sense of personal agency. Paul explains what he means by agency, and why learning how to get better at thinking, acting, and making choices for yourself can be the real key to feeling less stuck in life. Paul and I then discuss the seven overarching principles of increasing your agency, as well tactics to put them into practice. Get the show notes at aom.is/agency.

 In this episode we have the author of The Power of Agency, Dr. Paul Napper. We explore ways to make better decisions. We discuss why people make poor decisions and how to avoid them. If you want to make better decisions to improve your life, this is the episode for you!  Don't forget to share and rate The Alden Report!  

Kelly talks to performance psychology consultant Paul Napper and cognitive behavioral psychologist Anthony Rao about their new book “The Power of Agency.”

Paul Napper and Anthony Rao want people to take back control of their lives. They want people to recognize the power of agency. This week, they talk to Mike about their personal jumps and about how agency and jumping intersect. You can find out more about the book The Power of Agency here: PowerofAgency.com. You can also listen to Paul and Anthony on the "Better at Everything" podcast here: apple.co/2WD5MJw -- Buy the When To Jump paperback here: amzn.to/2VR0jPU For more great stories from Macmillan Podcasts, subscribe to our newsletter at bit.ly/mpnnewsletter.

Paul Napper and Anthony Rao, authors of The Power of Agency, know that we are living more distracted lives. In this episode, they gives you tips to take back your attention and your agency.  Learn more at PowerofAgency.com

Paul Napper and Anthony Rao, authors of The Power of Agency, saw a crisis of personal agency. On this season, they give you the tools you need to reclaim your power. Learn more at PowerofAgency.com