Podcasts about realistic optimism

In this episode, Guy spoke with Jude Currivan and discussed the transformation from an old worldview of separation to a new understanding of unity and conscious evolution. She emphasized the importance of recognizing our inseparable connection with the universe, which she described as living, loving, and purposeful. The conversation delved into the implications of this paradigm shift on personal and collective consciousness, touching on subjects like quantum physics, the nature of reality, and the evolving understanding of entropy. Currivan also shared insights from her own life's journey and the profound experiences that have shaped her path. The episode invites listeners to embrace a new perspective and to join in the global awakening towards realizing our true nature and purpose. About Jude: Dr Jude Currivan is a cosmologist, futurist, planetary healer, author, member of the Evolutionary Leaders Circle and previously one of the most senior international business women in the UK. She has a Master's degree in physics from Oxford University specializing in quantum physics and cosmology and a Ph.D. from the University of Reading, UK in archaeology researching ancient cosmologies.  She has travelled to over 80 countries, worked with wisdom keepers from many traditions and is a life-long researcher into the nature of reality. She is the international author of 7 nonfiction books, latterly and both award-winning and best-selling The Cosmic Hologram (2017) and The Story of Gaia (2022). In 2017 she co-founded WholeWorld-View to serve the understanding, experiencing and embodying of unitive awareness and conscious evolution. She is also a faculty member of Ubiquity University and Humanity's Team. Key Points Discussed:  (00:00) - Physicist's Urgent Message: A Conscious Universe Is Trying to Wake You Up (00:37) - Republishing the Episode: A Message from the Host (01:20) - Welcoming Jude: A Journey of Curiosity (04:00) - Early Experiences: A Lifelong Journey Begins (09:13) - Science and Spirituality: Bridging the Gap (20:54) - The Universe's Evolutionary Purpose (23:55) - Human Experience: Remembering Who We Are (28:22) - Raising Vibrational Awareness (29:23) - The Axial Age and Evolution of Ideas (30:55) - Separation and Collective Trauma (31:51) - The Flip in Evolutionary Terms (36:22) - Understanding Entropy and Information (45:53) - Realistic Optimism for the Future (48:24) - Personal Transformation and Radical Trust (50:06) - Final Thoughts and Resources How to Contact Jude Currivan:www.judecurrivan.comwww.wholeworld-view.org About me:My Instagram: www.instagram.com/guyhlawrence/?hl=en Guy's websites:www.guylawrence.com.au www.liveinflow.co''

Things we are too old for...heels, staying out super-late, saying yes to everything, etc.A party coach says it is good to party. The idea is that you meet up IRL. Move away from the isolation of the pandemic, it's good for your mental health. You don' t have to get smashed, just get out.Realistic Optimism: With the constant news coverage of tragedies, disasters, accidents and bad things happening in the world, it can be hard to feel optimistic. Bill Burke, who founded The Optimism Institute in 2022 to help inspire people with a “hopeful vision of the world and our future.” He explains, “There's never been a better time to be alive today, but there's never been a harder time to be optimistic.” Here's what Burke recommends.Context counts - "I encourage people to read more history and put what we are going through today in context,” he says. Reading about how divided our country was during the Civil War or during the Civil rights Movement may make things happening today feel “calm by comparison.”Action over anxiety - If something is really bothering you, think about what you can do about it, he advises. “Action can absorb anxiety. Sitting in your room and stewing helps nobody,” Burke explains. “It doesn't help the issue and it's corrosive to yourself. If you want to make yourself happier — make somebody else happier. I just believe that in my core."Bend (or break) your algorithm - We have a choice with social media in terms of what content we get, and this expert recommends using less of it overall, as well as cleaning up your feed so you get more of the fun, entertaining stuff and less of the stuff that makes you feel bad when you read it.Consider your news - For those who consume traditional news, he suggests checking out the other side from time to time. “So, if you're a Fox person, try watching a little MSNBC. If you read “The Wall Street Journal editorial page, read The New York Times editorial page,” he says. “There's smart people on both sides and it's helpful to get the full range.”Look for the good - “Try to catch people being good,” Burke suggests. “If you're looking for goodness, it's everywhere … There are people helping each other. There are petting strangers' dogs. I think it's really helpful to understand that the good guys have always outnumbered the bad guys, and they always will.”Source: People Second date update: Jessica and David met in line at Trader Joe's. She had a blast on their dare, but now he is ghosting. Was it a bad bottle of 2-buck chuck?

Send us a textIn this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, Nathan Freeburg, Dr. Linda Schubring, and Brian Schubring sit down with Russell Harvey, known as “The Resilience Coach.” With over 20 years in leadership and resilience coaching, Russell shares his mission to impact 100,000 people by 2025. In this engaging and insightful conversation, Russell redefines resilience—not as merely bouncing back but as “springing forward with learning.”Key topics covered include:The Power of Adaptability: Russell discusses research that suggests spending time developing adaptability, openness to change, and curiosity can elevate individuals and teams from just coping to truly thriving.Values and Resilience: How a clear sense of purpose and values is foundational for resilience within teams and organizations.Realistic Optimism vs. Toxic Positivity: Russell explains the importance of grounded optimism and honest conversations about challenges, strengths, and the journey ahead.Daily Practices for Building Resilience: Practical steps for leaders and teams to engage with resilience daily, focusing on adaptability, reflection, and fostering a culture of grounded optimism.Takeaways:Shift your perspective on resilience from simply enduring to thriving by learning and adapting.Use challenges as opportunities for growth, practicing resilience in small ways to build strength for larger obstacles.Cultivate an optimistic yet realistic team culture, encouraging open, supportive dialogue about both struggles and successes.Listen in as Russell's insights and practical tips will inspire any leader to strengthen their resilience and build a thriving, resilient team culture.For more on this episode and other resources, visit Leadership Vision Consulting. Follow us on social media and join our newsletter for the latest on building a positive team culture!Support the show-Read the full blog post here!CONTACT US email: connect@leadershipvisionconsulting.com LinkedIn Facebook Leadership Vision Online ABOUTThe Leadership Vision Podcast is a weekly show sharing our expertise in discovering, practicing, and implementing a Strengths-based approach to people, teams, and culture. Contact us to talk to us about helping your team understand the power of Strengths.

In Part 2 of this deep-dive conversation, Zak Hazlett gets real about the hard work of healing.  As a therapist, Zak offers a refreshing perspective on topics like toxic positivity, realistic optimism, and the delicate balance between being hopeful and facing life's harsh realities. Zak challenges the notion that healing is always a linear or beautiful journey. He explains why sometimes it's about embracing the messy, difficult moments and why you—yes, YOU—are the key to your own transformation. He shares personal stories from his life and work, helping people find community and connection in a world where loneliness is at an all-time high. In this episode, you'll hear about: The difference between toxic positivity and realistic optimism—and why it matters Why movement, even just a walk, is vital for your mental health How to unlearn perfectionism and embrace authenticity, both in life and on social media If you're ready to hear some hard truths and inspiring advice about self-love, boundaries, and the reality of personal growth, Part 2 is not to be missed. Get ready for an empowering conversation that will leave you feeling seen, heard, and ready to take on your own healing journey. Learn more about Zak Zak Hazlett (pronounced “hayzlit”) who was born and raised in the rugged beauty of Moab, where the Colorado River was more than just a backdrop—it was a way of life. Growing up to river guide parents and after spending over a decade as a river guide himself, Zak developed a deep connection with nature and a unique understanding of its power to heal and transform. With a master's degree in marriage and family therapy and a thriving career as a therapist, also a certified yoga instructor and personal trainer, Zak's true focus lies in leveraging the natural environment as a powerful tool for personal growth and holistic healing. Zak combined this rich experience with a passion for health and wellness to “Get Outside Together,” an outdoor recreation company, Zak uses the outdoors as a therapeutic approach to help individuals and groups heal, grow, and reconnect with themselves and the world around them. ⁠Follow Zak on Instagram⁠ Learn more with Alba Yoga Academy ⁠⁠⁠Learn more about our Yoga Teacher Training here.⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Watch our extensive library of YouTube videos.⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Follow Hannah on Instagram.⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Follow Celest on Instagram

What if the key to unlocking your potential lies not in perfection, but in embracing the messiness of growth? In this episode of Limitless, Jamie Ratermann sits down with Cecilie Lovestam to dismantle the mental barriers that hold us back. Dive into the three P's of realistic optimism—personalization, permanence, and pervasiveness—as they explore how to challenge cognitive distortions and transform negative self-talk. Cecilie Lovestam Cecilie opens up about her personal journey in podcasting, revealing how 'messy action' has been a catalyst for her entrepreneurial success. Discover how creating a 'joy kit' and practicing direct communication can elevate both your mindset and your business. Plus, get access to Cecilie's free masterclass on wellbeing to keep your growth journey on track. 1:1 well-being counseling for individualized support: https://www.cecilielovestam.com/1-1-support  Free Masterclass https://cecilielovestam.myflodesk.com/nz5xc3jeph Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cecilie.lovestam.wellbeing/  Website: https://www.cecilielovestam.com/  Well-being masterclass: https://cecilielovestam.myflodesk.com/well-being-masterclass   Resources Ready to build a $10K month business? Take my quiz to see where you stand in key areas like money mindset, selling confidence, and ideal client profile. Find out how you can make shifts to creating a consistent cashflow: https://www.jamieratermann.com/10k-quiz My signature program, Money Mastery Academy, is my master blueprint to more sales, more often. Think rinse and repeat content plans, magnetic offer suite building, and : https://www.jamieratermann.com/money-mastery-academy Turn Views in to Sales by upgrading your instagram bio! Sign up for my FREE Bio Breakdown training here: https://www.jamieratermann.com/bio-breakdown Check out my mini-course, "3 Steps to 30 Days of Content." It's designed to help you develop a rewarding and repeatable system for increasing your visibility and enjoying the process of content creation. Try Sunsama: https://try.sunsama.com/jamie-ratermann  Leave a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning in to the Limitless Podcast, we'd appreciate it if you wrote us a review. You can also share it to help other entrepreneurs expand their network and create faster business growth.

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Tune in to this weeks  episode Samantha & Danny explore the balance between optimism and pessimism. They discuss the pros and cons of each, share strategies for maintaining a balanced outlook, and highlight the importance of cognitive flexibility. Find The Joneses on Facebook and Instagram at @SpiritualJonesesFB Discussion Group: www.facebook.com/groups/2771270119654105/Buy show merchandise www.redbubble.com/people/SpiritualJonesTheme song "Real God", written by Adam Goodale, performed by A Dam Good Ale Band. www.facebook.com/agoodalegoodbandCover art by Danny Jones, www.djonesartcollection.comFind Samantha at www.SamanthaJonesPsychicMedium.com@Beyondthebridge11 for Tiktok and FacebookSamantha's Etsy Page... https://beyondthebridge11.etsy.com/Dannys Photography Etsy... https://djonesphotography71.etsy.comDannys Art Etsy... https://djonesartcollection.etsy.comSupport the show

In episode 3 of season 5, we discuss the attribute of realistic optimism and how it helps us be better decision-makers. SUMMARYRealistic optimism accepts the reality - both good and bad - of every situation, but applies a positive attitude to make the best of the situation and pursue our goals with energyPessimism isn't the same as realism. Pessimism focuses on unlikely negative outcomes and ignores the statistical likelihood that something bad will happen. Being sceptical means not accepting things on face value - it is a questioning, curious mindset that serves us better than pessimismWe can build realistic optimism by applying the ABC framework to analyse how we respond to adversity, adjusting our beliefs to support a more constructive decision that produces better consequences that help us achieve our goalsRESOURCESCurious to learn more about realistic optimism? Here's the details of some interesting articles:https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbescoachescouncil/2021/01/07/how-to-incorporate-realistic-optimism-into-your-life/?sh=24d6696876f0 Carver, Charles S., Michael F. Scheier, and Suzanne C. Segerstrom. “Optimism.” Clinical Psychology Review 30, no. 7 (2010): 879–89. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cpr.2010.01.006.Jefferson, Bortolotti & Kuzmanovic, ‘What is Unrealistic Optimism?', Consciousness & Cognition, 50 (2017)Martin Seligman, ‘Learned Optimism: How to Change Your Mind and Your Life' (Vintage Books; New York, 1990)Are you, or someone you know, negatively impacted by gambling? Here's a couple of links that might help:https://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/https://www.helpguide.org/articles/addictions/gambling-addiction-and-problem-gambling.htm IN OUR NEXT EPISODE...In episode 4 of this season, we'll be discussing the benefits of being 'knowledge-hungry'. Don't miss it!

Are you cultivating the right kind of optimism in your personal and professional life?  How to Grow Your Resiliency Quotient (pt 3) - today, Julie South guides you through the concept of realistic optimism—what it is and why it matters. She shares insights on its benefits - and how these apply to your daily professional life.Discover how cognitive restructuring is not just a buzzword, but a transformative tool with real-life applications for veterinary professionals.Learn about the 'three C's'—Control, Challenge, Commitment—and their pivotal role in building resilience. Understand the subtle yet crucial differences between a Pollyanna mindset and Realistic Optimism, and how one can empower your Resiliency Quotient, while the other will disempower.Julie also tackles the tough questions: Can realistic optimism shield you from burnout? How can we counter automatic negative thoughts that sabotage our work? And what's the significance of 'pattern interrupt' in maintaining a balanced and optimistic perspective?For answers to these questions and to further grow your Resiliency Quotient, tune in!  This episode is perfect for veterinary professionals looking for practical strategies to bounce forward every time they find themselves in the middle of a Pear Shaped Event - at work or at home. Research mentioned:Three Cs ResearchHardiness - Three Cs BackgroundVetStaff leading veterinary sector recruitment in New Zealand | veterinarians | locums | nursesDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Companion Animal Vacancy at Vet Marlborough - contact Julie South or Tania Bruce for more info.How to get more bang for your recruitment advertising buckThis is what VetStaff is really good at so if you'd like to stretch your recruitment dollar, please get in touch with Julie because this is something VetStaff can help you with. How to shine online as a good employerIf you'd like to shine online as a good employer to attract the types of veterinary professionals who're a perfect cultural fit for your clinic please get in touch with Julie because this is something VetClinicJobs can help you with. Revive Your Drive - daily 2-minute videos for employers and employees to revive their drives at work and at home. Follow Julie's behind the scenes - social media postsMost days Julie South shares a behind the scenes post via Facebook, ...

One of the most common questions that I get asked is, “How do I stay hopeful or positive throughout IVF?” Today I am tackling that question head-on! Im going to teach you about a concept called “equal air time” and show you how a balance of hope and fear is not only realistic but completely natural.   

What should a leader do when they realize they live in a world that seems to be infatuated with negativity and pessimism?

Sally Clarke is an author, speaker, researcher and burnout expert and Co-Director at Human Leaders. A former finance lawyer, she works with leaders and organizations around the globe to embed wellbeing at work so people and business thrive. Sally's latest book, ‘Relight Your Spark' guides individuals on how to heal and evolve after burnout. Her book Relight Your Spark, is a practical guide to all things burnout, affordably priced, and also details her personal journey with burnout. Like so many of us, she bought into the belief that if you make it to a prestigious workplace and you just grind hard enough long enough you'll somehow make it to the other side a fulfilled and joy-filled person. It's amazing how often we hear the accounts of how this illusion doesn't turn out the way we believe it will, but we continually and repeatedly keep living it out, almost as if we just don't know what else or how else to live what we think of as a successful life.Time Stamps:4:13--Sally's answer to what Big Self means to her10:00--How burnout is complex but it's not just about taking the fish out of the water for a little while and then putting the fish back in14:25--Evaluating what "being successful" really means18:33--The Four Steps of moving through burnout according to Sally's framework from her book20:57--The myth of we have to do it ourselves27:19--There is a lot we can do in spite of how burnout is actually continuing to grow right nowShow Notes:We Are Human Leaders podcastRelight Your SparkGlobal State of Burnout Report 2023We still offer our flagship burnout coaching package. We also offer packages for those seeking clarity and reconnecting to their life purpose–and we do this work with individuals and couples. Reach out to us if you'd like to book a discovery call and learn more about our coaching packages.Want to learn more about the role stress plays in your life, and discover your blueprint for how to handle it based on your Enneagram type and subtype? Order a copy of Chad's book Shock Point or order an ebook here.Leave us a review and subscribe on Apple iTunes or Subscribe on SpotifyFind us at bigselfschool.comJoin us on

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Debbie talks to eldercare expert Star Bradbury about some of the most important topics in her comprehensive new book, Successfully Navigating Your Parents' Senior Years: Critical Information to Maximize Their Independence and Make Sure They Get the Care They Need (BenBella Books, March 21, 2023).Soon after they spoke, Debbie's 92-year-old mother died unexpectedly, making the conversation especially timely.Star's book is a compendium of how to plan and care for an elderly parent - or your own care many years down the road. She covers every topic you could think of including different types of assisted living and home care, assistive robots for seniors (yes, it's a thing), living wills and advance directives, hospice and death doulas, cremation and green burials, and much more."Expect the unexpected" is part of her message. And In my family's case, we were unprepared. We were stunned when our mom died. We had expected our dad to go first.The book is the result of her 25 years of experience in senior healthcare and senior living and her answer to the overwhelming complexity  of options and situations when it comes to aging parents.Star is also speaking to those of us in our 60s and 70s (and younger) who should be looking at planning for what she calls “post-retirement." Mentioned in this episode or useful:Star Bradbury's websiteFacebookYouTubeSuccessfully Navigating Your Parents' Senior Years: Critical Information to Maximize Their Independence and Make Sure They Get the Care They Need by Star Bradbury (BenBella Books, 2023)The Conversation Project Get the inside skinny on every episode of [B]OLDER:Subscribe to Debbie's newsletter for the inside story about every episode. You will also get her 34-page writing guide: https://bitly.com/debbie-free-guide. Request from Debbie:If you've been enjoying the podcast, please take a moment to leave a short review on Apple Podcasts. It really makes a difference in attracting new listeners. Connect with Debbie:debbieweil.com[B]OLDER podcastEmail: thebolderpodcast@gmail.comBlog: Gap Year After SixtyFacebook: @debbieweilInstagram: @debbieweilLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/debbieweilTwitter: @debbieweil Our Media Partners:CoGenerate (formerly Encore.org)MEA and with thanks to Chip ConleyNext For Me (former media partner and in memory of Jeff Tidwell) How to Support this podcast:Leave a review on Apple PodcastsSubscribe via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or Spotify Credits:Host: Debbie WeilProducer: Far Out MediaMusic: Lakeside Path by Duck Lake

How do you respond in a crisis? Or just day to day struggles- Do you feel sorry for yourself? Do you question God? Do you pray? Do you get angry? Do you try and look on the bright side? Explore the journey of having Realistic Optimism with Rivky and Danit

Investor in banking stocks ask first about the prospects of the country where the institution operates, then about the company itself. Having just arrived back home after a post-results roadshow to US and UK investors, FirstRand CEO Alan Pullinger has been thinking a lot about their questions around the likely future for the SA economy. His conclusions - positive results of economic reforms; optimism about the country's latent potential - may come as a surprise for many of his fellow citizens. Rational, insightful and balanced, Pullinger delivers hope without varnishing reality. He spoke to Alec Hogg at BizNews. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Man often becomes what he believes himself to be. If I keep on saying to myself that I cannot do a certain thing, it is possible that I may end by really becoming incapable of doing it. On the contrary, if I have the belief that I can do it, I shall surely acquire the capacity to do it even if I may not have it at the beginning." - Mahatma Gandhi Sometimes the key to what we desire most lies within our way of thinking. Cynicism has a way of clouding our decision-making and effectiveness and similarly, out-of-control positivity can have the same effect. Our society is flooded with cynical and ultra-positive extremes, which disguises what it means to be an optimist or a realist. Both of these worldviews are not mutually exclusive, and if managed correctly, can be complementary. The Enlightenment represented a break from the superstitious and tyrannical traditions of the medieval past, and in episode 64, the Wolf, Bull, and Baewolf explore what it would mean if the principles of the Enlightenment were to impose a break from the misguided and tyrannical views of the present and future. Could reevaluating society's current ideals and molding them with the positive ideals from the Enlightenment provide us with a positive future? Could the keys to social advancement be found in the ideas of Immanuel Kant, John Locke, Voltaire, and Rene Descartes? Tune in to find out! Tune in every week for new episodes! If you'd like to support our podcast directly, you can do so here. Any support goes directly back into the creation of future episodes and content. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wolf-and-the-bull-podcast/support

"Man often becomes what he believes himself to be. If I keep on saying to myself that I cannot do a certain thing, it is possible that I may end by really becoming incapable of doing it. On the contrary, if I have the belief that I can do it, I shall surely acquire the capacity to do it even if I may not have it at the beginning." - Mahatma Gandhi Sometimes the key to what we desire most lies within our way of thinking. Cynicism has a way of clouding our decision-making and effectiveness and similarly, out-of-control positivity can have the same effect. Our society is flooded with cynical and ultra-positive extremes, which disguises what it means to be an optimist or a realist. Both of these worldviews are not mutually exclusive, and if managed correctly, can be complementary. The Enlightenment represented a break from the superstitious and tyrannical traditions of the medieval past, and in episode 64, the Wolf, Bull, and Baewolf explore what it would mean if the principles of the Enlightenment were to impose a break from the misguided and tyrannical views of the present and future. Could reevaluating society's current ideals and molding them with the positive ideals from the Enlightenment provide us with a positive future? Could the keys to social advancement be found in the ideas of Immanuel Kant, John Locke, Voltaire, and Rene Descartes? Tune in to find out! Tune in every week for new episodes! If you'd like to support our podcast directly, you can do so here. Any support goes directly back into the creation of future episodes and content. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wolf-and-the-bull-podcast/support

From singer-songwriter to author-CEO? In this week's episode, Billie and Billy speak with Tim Schurrer of David Novak Leadership, and unpack his untraditional career path, exploring the ways that failure shapes us and the benefits of servant leadership.Tim's book, The Secret Society of Success: Stop Chasing the Spotlight and Learn to Enjoy Your Work (and Life) Again, reframes what it means to be successful. Sharing powerful stories from CEOs (Apple's Tim Cook and Ford's Alan Mulally), all-star athletes (LeBron James), and cultural icons (Fred Rogers), Tim teaches readers how to capture meaningful and sustainable success by joining what he calls The Secret Society—a community of people who know how to make an impact, whether or not they have the spotlight. Can't get enough of Tim? Grab a copy of The Secret Society here, or check out his podcast, Build a Winning Team. Topics Discussed:Billie and Billy's distinct leadership styles as seen through the lens of WillowTree's core values such as Realistic Optimism and CraftThe unspoken stress of pushing send on a client's massive email campaign. The art of servant leadershipCoaching strong individual contributors in lessons of kindness, creating safety, recognition of work, and clarity of expectations

In a new series, I will be giving short lessons on my favorite "Stoic superheroes," both ancient and modern. We will begin by talking about James Stockdale and the Stockdale Paradox. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and share it with a friend who might benefit from listening. 

On this episode of New Neighbors, I spoke with Adama. Adama is originally from Senegal, and he came to New York when he was 17, alongside his parents and siblings. Adama is now 24 and about to graduate from college, where he studies finance. Being an immigrant from Senegal, Adama faced many challenges in New York. Though he thought not knowing the language would be his first barrier, Adama found that being Black in America posed a more significant challenge. Also, Adama's visa is about to run out, so he'll have to find a job that sponsors him to continue living in the US. Still, in the face of these adversities, Adama keeps an optimistic view of his life and appreciates the opportunities he's been given. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newneighbors/support

Dynamic speaker and transformational leader and educator, PJ Caposey, joins us to share his thoughts on how school leaders can build realistic optimism. PJ began his career as an award-winning teacher in the inner-city of Chicago and has subsequently led significant change in every administrative post he has held. He became a principal at the age of 28 and within three years was able to lead a small-town/rural school historically achieving near the bottom of its county to multiple national recognitions. After four years, he moved to his current district, Meridian CUSD 223, as superintendent and has led a similar turnaround leading to multiple national recognitions for multiple different efforts. PJ is also a best-selling author and has written 8 books for various publishers. His work and commentary has been featured on sites such as the Washington Post, NPR, CBS This Morning, ASCD, Edutopia, the Huffington Post, and was featured in a Global Leaders Forum thinkpiece alongside the likes of General Petraeus and General McChrystal. He works in the Education Department of two universities and in a myriad of capacities with the Illinois Principal's Association including Principal Coach and author of the first complete stack of MicroCredentials offered in Illinois. Tune in on Wednesday, April 20 @ 6pm EST!

Negative, toxic people are easy to identify in a workplace. They can hinder productivity and motivation, and they bring all of the people surrounding them down too. But what about toxic positivity? Too much of a good thing, in this case, can truly be a bad thing. Toxic positivity is this ‘good vibes only' mindset — a belief that no matter how bad circumstances get or how disastrous or painful a situation is, people should just stay positive. Now, positive thinking is powerful thing, and it has its time and place. But on the extreme end of the positivity spectrum, toxic positivity can have serious negative effects — especially in the workplace. This week on the podcast, Grace and Shannon talk about how toxic positivity can destroy a healthy work culture, why it isn't always the best idea just to keep looking on the bright side, and how to replace this mindset with a more strategic way of positive thinking, called realistic optimism. Read the article that inspired this episode on the blog at BlueSummitSupplies.com. Connect with Blue Summit Supplies for more helpful professional development content on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Listen to all episodes of the Standard Office Procedures podcast and reach out to us to be featured on the podcast or offer feedback by emailing grace@franklincreativesolutions.com

There's something to this combination of realism and optimism, as illustrated by Walt Disney and Bob Iger.The “Daily Dose of Disney with Ray Keating” podcast serves up a Disney or Disney-related quote each day, with DisneyBizJournal's Ray Keating offering brief, additional thoughts on how each dose ties in to life, career, business, entrepreneurship, creativity, storytelling, work, or just plain fun.Get organized, be inspired, enjoy Disney each day with The Disney Planner 2022: The TO DO List Solution.Check out www.DisneyBizJournal.com.Keating has three new books out. Vatican Shadows: A Pastor Stephen Grant Novel is the 13th thriller/mystery in the Pastor Stephen Grant series. Past Lives: A Pastor Stephen Grant Short Story is the 14th book and What's Lost? A Pastor Stephen Grant Short Story is the 15th. Signed books at www.raykeatingonline.com.Order Ray Keating's book Behind Enemy Lines: Conservative Communiques from Left-Wing New York  –  signed books  or at  Amazon.And one of Keating's newest books on the economy is  Free Trade Rocks! 10 Points on International Trade Everyone Should Know, which is available at  Amazon  in paperback or for the Kindle edition, and signed books at  www.raykeatingonline.com. Read Keating's latest columns on a wide range of issues at www.KeatingFiles.com. Listen to Ray's other podcasts – the Free Enterprise in Three Minutes podcast and the PRESS CLUB C Podcast.Love Ray Keating's Pastor Stephen Grant Thrillers and Mysteries? It's the Perfect Time to Join the Pastor Stephen Grant Fellowship! For the BEST VALUE, Join the Book of the Month Club. Check it all out at https://www.patreon.com/pastorstephengrantfellowshipHave Ray Keating speak your group, business, school, church, or organization. Email him at raykeating@keatingreports.com. 

What can you do right now to be more realistically optimistic?

In this episode, you will hear from Rob Brown, CEO of a biotech, talking about the core element of any business: The TEAM. He takes us down memory lane, from his different positions as an executive in marketing, sales, and HR, from pharma to biotech… A common thread on this journey seems to be relevant to any sector or…More

We all face fires in our lives, whether in relationships, careers, ourselves, or a number of other places. Today, in my first short solo episode, I talk about how to respond to these setbacks and move forward through acceptance and resilience. https://drmarkrowe.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/002-In-The-Doctors-Chair-Dr-Mark-Rowes-Medical-Practice-Story-Facing-Fires-In-Our-Lives-and-Moving.mp3 In this episode, I discuss the concept of post-traumatic growth in the context of a personal story of setbacks in my practice. I share how, early in my practice, I literally watched my life's work and livelihood go up in flames. I discuss the importance of embracing the fires in your life and define Realistic Optimism. I note the power of a positive mindset shift and share what Victor Frankl has to say on the subject of coping with situations outside of our control. Finally, I share why, many years later, I'm thankful for the event.  “More than pills and Prozac, people really needed a new sense of hope and purpose and the sense of new possibilities.”– Dr. Mark Rowe This week on In the Doctor's Chair Lifestyle as medicine Why feeling sorry for yourself is counterproductive Letting go of the need to know why Accepting and embracing the fires in your life Realistic Optimism and the power of a positive mindset Post-traumatic growth Resources Mentioned Man's Search for Meaning by Victor Frankl The post Dr. Mark Rowe's Medical Practice Story – Facing Fires in Our Lives and Moving On appeared first on Dr. Mark Rowe: Lifestyle Medicine.

We all face fires in our lives, whether in relationships, careers, ourselves, or a number of other places. Today, in my first short solo episode, I talk about how to respond to these setbacks and move forward through acceptance and resilience. In this episode, I discuss the concept of post-traumatic growth in the context of a personal story of setbacks in my practice. I share how, early in my practice, I literally watched my life's work and livelihood go up in flames. I discuss the importance of embracing the fires in your life and define Realistic Optimism. I note the power of a positive mindset shift and share what Victor Frankl has to say on the subject of coping with situations outside of our control. Finally, I share why, many years later, I'm thankful for the event.  “More than pills and Prozac, people really needed a new sense of hope and purpose and the sense of new possibilities.”– Dr. Mark Rowe This week on In the Doctor's Chair Lifestyle as medicine Why feeling sorry for yourself is counterproductive Letting go of the need to know why Accepting and embracing the fires in your life Realistic Optimism and the power of a positive mindset Post-traumatic growth Resources Mentioned Man's Search for Meaning by Victor Frankl   In the Doctor's Chair Thanks for listening to In the Doctor's Chair, the show where you'll hear conversations that share life lessons, health habits, and leadership practices that focus on positive psychology, lifestyle medicine, and ways for you to live with more vitality. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the show and leave a comment wherever you listen to your podcasts. For more resources to help you to live with more vitality, please visit my website. Apple Podcasts I TuneIn I Google Play I Stitcher I Spotify The post Dr. Mark Rowe's Medical Practice Story – Facing Fires in Our Lives and Moving On appeared first on Mark Rowe.

We all face fires in our lives, whether in relationships, careers, ourselves, or a number of other places. Today, in my first short solo episode, I talk about how to respond to these setbacks and move forward through acceptance and resilience. In this episode, I discuss the concept of post-traumatic growth in the context of a personal story of setback in my practice. I share how, early in my practice, I literally watched my life's work and livelihood go up in flames. I discuss the importance of embracing the fires in your life and define Realistic Optimism. I note the power of a positive mindset shift and share what Victor Frankl has to say on the subject of coping with situations outside of our control. Finally, I share why, many years later, I'm thankful for the event.   “More than pills and Prozac, people really needed a new sense of hope and purpose and the sense of new possibilities.” - Dr. Mark Rowe   This week on In the Doctor's Chair Lifestyle as medicine Why feeling sorry for yourself is counterproductive Letting go of the need to know why Accepting and embracing the fires in your life Realistic Optimism and the power of a positive mindset Post-traumatic growth   Resources Mentioned Man's Search for Meaning by Victor Frankl   In the Doctor's Chair Thanks for listening to In the Doctor's Chair, the show where you'll hear conversations that share life lessons, health habits, and leadership practices that focus on positive psychology, lifestyle medicine, and ways for you to live with more vitality. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the show and leave a comment wherever you listen to your podcasts. For more resources to help you to live with more vitality, please visit my website. Apple Podcasts I TuneIn I Google Play I Stitcher I Spotify

“หน้าที่แรกและหน้าที่สุดท้ายของผู้นำ คือการทำให้ความหวังยังคงอยู่” John W. Gardner นักปฏิรูปและผู้นำทางความคิดได้กล่าวไว้ แต่ในโลกที่ทุกอย่างล้วนไม่แน่นอน ผู้นำองค์กร จะรักษาความหวังนี้ได้อย่างไร ? และในสถานการณ์ที่ท้าทายเช่นนี้ ความหวังขนาดไหน จึงจะเรียกว่า “พอดี” ? การมองโลกในแง่ดี หรือ Optimism เป็นส่วนหนึ่งในการสร้างวัฒนธรรมการทำงานเชิงบวก ที่ส่งผลถึงการ Engage พนักงานให้มีไฟและแรงกระตุ้นในการทำงาน ซึ่งเป็นองค์ประกอบสำคัญในการผลักดันองค์กรให้ก้าวข้ามต่างๆ ที่ถาโถมเข้ามาแต่ในสถานการณ์ปัจจุบัน การมองโลกในแง่ดี ช่างเป็นเรื่องที่ยากเย็นเหลือเกิน ความตึงเครียดต่อความไม่แน่นอนที่สะสมมาเป็นเวลานานแล้วนี้ อาจส่งผลให้บุคลากร Burn Out ไปในที่สุด A Cup of Culture ----------- #วัฒนธรรมองค์กร​ #corporateculture​ #culture

Mike Smith founded Huddle Advisory, a human capital consulting firm, after 25 years as a sports and entertainment executive at the NFL, NBC, and Deloitte.  We discuss: The value of a great boss at the early stage of one’s career [02:22] All the little things that people do in order to create big success at scale [03:34] Getting comfortable with being uncomfortable [08:06] The muscles that atrophy after spending 25 years in corporate [10:27] Why it’s essential to recognize the value of realistic optimism in the face of expected obstacles [12:57] The unsurprising amount of creativity that comes in the middle of a workout [17:06] How to deal with the constant drive to be productive [19:44] The umbrella of always learning [22:04] Mike’s background centers around leading organizational service functions: Human Resources, Finance, Technology, and Administration. After multiple Finance leadership roles, he made a mid-career transition to Human Capital because of his passion for engaging people to drive business performance. Having served as both a CHRO and a CFO, he has a unique lens to view business and talent strategy alignment. Learn more about Mike at https://huddleadvisory.com/ (https://huddleadvisory.com/) and https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-p-smith/ (LinkedIn).

Healthier, happier, and more successful! Do you want some of that? Then develop an optimistic mindset! The science shows that realistic optimists benefit in all those ways. You can start by creating a positive environment. Free yourself from the endless cycles of negative news - just take a break from it, or at least limit it dramatically. Set boundaries for the people in your life who bring you down and make you feel exhausted; you don't have to be part of their drama. (more on that in our posts about dealing with toxicity, and in Episode 8: Toxic relationships). Give yourself "me" time - to just take a break or to do something that uplifts you and makes you feel good. Spend time with people who cherish you, those special friends who energize and motivate and support you. And stay with us here at Alphaweibchen - we've got more proven techniques coming! And they're all listed in Episode 09: Realistic Optimism, so have a listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/alphaweibchen/message

Are you an optimist or a pessimist? Or maybe somewhere in between? There's scientific data that shows optimists are physically healthier, mentally stronger, and more successful. The good news: even if you aren't one today, you can learn to be an optimist! And the best kind to be is a realistic optimist - those people who believe in a good outcome and also believe that they have to make it happen. Are you finding it harder to stay optimistic in these long-lasting difficult times? Listen in today for our discussion about realistic optimism and our list of 7 great ways you can boost your positive outlook - today and every day! Peggy and Jaimi respond to a recent Instagram survey in today's episode, in which listeners asked for more information about how to stay positive and optimistic – especially these days, when the world around us is a little, well…. #blah . And the Alphaweibchen team agrees – after so much excitement to start the new year, why does January still have to feel so 2020ish? The first 2 weeks were certainly a downer. Being optimistic doesn't actually mean that you never suffer from those down moments, it just means that you know better times will come. Today's episode outlines the various mindsets – from unrealistic optimism to hardcore pessimism and to what really is the sweet spot: realistic optimism. And then Peggy and Jaimi walk you through their list of 7 things you can do to boost your positivity – even on down days. In fact, maybe especially on your down days! So listen in, and in the effort to make the world a more positive place, share this episode with friends and family so they can benefit, too! And as always, we'd love your comments on social media or a message on our web site to hear what you think. Have a great day and #stayoptimistic !

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Winston Churchill's Realistic Optimism in a Dark Hour

Many people I meet are pessimistic and defend their pessimism as "being realistic." And they are correct -- Pessimists do see objective reality slightly more accurately than optimists. However, their accuracy comes at a cost - greater misery. The choice is a bit of accuracy versus greater happiness. It's no choice to me - I choose to be happier. Tune in to discover how to be more realistically optimistic with Dr. John on The Evolved Caveman Podcast.

In this episode we follow-up on the topic of Resilience and focus on the aspect of Realistic Optimism and how you can triumph in your most challenging circumstances.  If you are ready to continue to move forward in life, this episode will help to get you going!

Dr. Anthony Fauci, the country’s leading infectious-disease expert, joins host Dan Diamond to talk about the state of the coronavirus outbreak, the progress on vaccines and testing stumbles, and how he's protecting his own mental health during the crisis.  Stay up-to-date on the latest Covid-19 news by subscribing to the POLITICO Nightly and POLITICO Pulse newsletters. And subscribe to our latest newsletter POLITICO Future Pulse, looking at where health care and technology intersect.  MENTIONED ON THIS SHOW - Check out Dan Diamond's accompanying story on Dr. Fauci at politico.com. - Americans trust Fauci far more than President Trump and other individuals when it comes to endorsing a vaccine, according to the latest POLITICO/Morning Consult poll. Dan Diamond is the host of POLITICO Pulse Check and author of the POLITICO Pulse newsletter. Dr. Anthony Fauci is the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.  Kara Tabor produced this episode.  Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio.  Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.

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Eli Schwartz and I interview WattPad's Allen Lau (who has been in the high-tech industry since before the Dot Com bust) to discuss his life, WattPad's amazing success, and the reasons why he's optimistic about our ability to recover from the shock of Covid-19. https://www.linkedin.com/in/allen-lau-2344b6/ https://www.wattpad.com/user/allenlau https://twitter.com/allenlau https://www.wattpad.com/story/31986026-what-happened-that-night

  Looking Forward Can the market hold these current levels or possibly go higher even though we’re seeing negative jobs numbers week after week? That is a question we continue to get, and the answer is yes. In fact, history says the strongest returns were followed by the worst payroll reports. One historical example that […] The post #460 Realistic Optimism appeared first on Fi Plan Partners.

Challenging times call for our best leadership, the kind of leadership that recognizes and embraces negativity while holding faith that good will prevail.

Sure the super rich and powerful want us to accept our powerlessness. But we are not! Since the rule of white male aristocrats, the struggle to tamp down voting has been consistent and largely successful. The are determined to hold The post Realistic Optimism for Actual Democracy appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.

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Most of us know people who always believe, no matter the circumstances, that things will turn out just peachy! At the same time, we know people who breath constant doom and gloom and believe that the decks are always stacked against success. Of course, the truth usually lies somewhere between. Join Ed and Renee as they demonstrate tools for finding the balance between both extremes, and teach us all how to be realistic optimists. Support the show (https://gozen.com/dearanxiety/)

Lisa Alioto is a U.S. lawyer who trained hard and climbed to the summit of Mt Kilimanjaro. Unwittingly to Lisa, conquering that incredible physical challenge would mentally prepare her for even bigger physical - and medical error - challenges. Years later and well into her law career, Lisa started to experience extreme exhaustion and sleeping symptoms that progressed to black outs, memory loss and vision loss.  In an effort to find what was causing her debilitating symptoms, Lisa encountered a slew of uneducated physicians and misinformed physicians and careless physicians. Lisa was exposed to multiple medical errors - including a twisted version of cognitive behavior therapy , and so-called exercise therapy and both of which exacerbated her illness causing her to be more ill and disabled - Eventually Lisa received a proper diagnosis of a neuro-immune illness. Not one to sit back and let injustice continue, Lisa has taken her experiences with medical error, and advocates for other patients so they don’t have to go through the same medical harm and delayed diagnosis she did. Lisa tells the struggle she encountered with a medical system that has embedded a medical error into its education of doctors and treatment of patients.  SHOW NOTES:     Climbing Mt Kilimanjaro (Lisa is 3rd from right) 0:05:00 Lisa was born in Milwaukee - one older brother - moved around a lot in mid-West - parents married 50+ years - college in Minnesota then twin cities (Minneapolis–Saint Paul) for law degree - undergrad in psychology, criminology minor - thought she would be a police officer 0:06:15 Gradual onset of illness - started 2014 at age 43 - noticed getting more tired and exhuasted, harder to get to work - by 2015 was impacting work, took much more effort because so exhausted - sleep quality poor and declining - sought medical help 0:07:15 A lot of different kind of doctor visits - really frustrating - also expensive - now knows she has compromised immune system so getting sick a lot from doctor waiting rooms - but no body knew what to do - throwing out guesses as to what causing her illness, but some of the guesses were quite harmful - different meds - one medication was so strong - was given 8X dose of large man, subsequent doctors have tested Lisa for organ damage - also told to spend 12 hours a day outside and will be fine 0:08:30 An impossibility living in Minneapolis, not enough sunshine - also sent for cognitive behavior therapy - a top hospital told Lisa to exercise more, but she was very active before getting sick, an excercise buff - initially thought it was great idea, but it turned out it was the worst advice she received 0:09:30 Lisa was a mountain climber - 2005 / 06 decided to get into shape - started intense workouts - wanted to push further and wanted to climb Mt Kilimanjaro and summit it - one of her biggest accomplishments in many ways 0:10:45 Climbing was a real challenge - altitude and effort hard on the body - a migraine the day before the summit - an experience of a lifetime - now draws on that accomplishment to help deal with chronic illness and other life challenges     To Chew or Not to Chew   0:12:45 When initially ill, Lisa thought she had a sleeping disorder because it was so poor and she was exhausted - went to a sleep clinic - but in 2016 more symptoms - memory loss, vision loss, swollen lymph nodes - health went down hill 0:14:00 No doctors in Minnesota for ME patients - so not getting any care - waiting for her appointment at the Stanford clinic - but Lisa's GP said that Lisa's symptoms were beyond her skills - so went to a lot of different specialists: rheumatology, infectious diseases, internal medicine, neurologist - but not finding any thing to explain symptoms - finally went to clinic that diagnosed her with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) - aka 'chronic fatigue syndrome' 0:15:30 Felt relief getting a diagnosis - but relief short lived until she did her own research on ME - learned about it and went to 3 day course to manage disease - but more research exposed that exercise and cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) were doing more harm than good 0:17:00 CBT reinforced that she should be progressing with exercise - but in the end, the only thing they helped with was with memory loss - working out caused relapses, so a short lived experience with that program 0:18:00 Difference between CBT Lisa experienced, and CBT people living with chronic illness receive - Lisa loved working out, but it would cause a relapse and bed bound for days - got to the point where Lisa would consider how much chewing was involved with certain foods because her energy was so limited - choosing oatmeal over sandwich 0:18:45 Hard for people who have never been seriously ill to understand having to choose food based on how much energy to chew the food - too much energy from chewing - lost a lot of weight because too tired to make food, chew food 0:21:00 Lisa did more research about ME - about misinformation, myths - but did get helpful information about not pushing herself physically - also experienced black outs, unresponsive for hours - like coming out of deep dark hole and hit by truck, feeling terrible - but has decreased somewhat since she stopped pushing herself     Black Outs   0:22:15 Very scary having black outs - would hide her symptoms in public - but scared that someting bad could happen when she was blacked out 0:24:00 One turnaround in health was stopping exercise - but still had post exertional malaise (PEM) symptoms from doing too much when feeling 'good' - but next day would be crashed - learnig to pace her energy has been hard because she's a very motivated person - graduated top honors in law school, always tries to do her best at what she tries 0:25:30 Now when someone asks her to do something, Lisa has to look at how much energy she'll expend the day before the event, the day of the event, and if she has time to recover the day after the event - will it cause more harm than good? 0:26:30 "paying the price' of too much exertion means laying on the couch the next day - if lucky, she can open her eyes to watch tv - sleeping for 10 hours and laying on the couch all day to recover - eating is optional / minimal due to energy required - had to accept that self care is productive 0:28:30 Works from home every other day because of energy of taking shower and getting ready uses all her energy - putting on healthy face when sick takes a lot of energy too 0:29:30 'chronic fatigue syndrome' is a misnomer, so employers had to learn about - had to educate her employer - also involved in ME advocacy - some work with the Centre of Disease Control (CDC), health care providers - also volunteer for state ME org, doing social media - also formed Minnesota ME Alliance to support people in Minnesota - so many people are completely house or bed bound - want to find and help them and educate medical providers so people can get diagnosis and not waste time and money - also write a lot of articles about living with ME 0:32:45 Writing therapeutic - realized grieving for loss of acitve lifestyle, etc - used to do a lot for her parents, but now role reversal and parents are her care takers - example of grocery shopping because it takes energy to lift things, walk around store pushing cart, and unpacking at home     Chronic Illness Made Lisa a Better Person   0:34:45 Grief and loss of losing life she had known - loss a lot of friends, shocking - but 2/3 gone once she couldn't be active, she lost friends - now feel have replaced a lot of those things - doing chair yoga with seniors, meditation - some positive things - may sound weird, but getting a chronic illness has made her a better person - because before was very motivated to mover herself forward, but now goals impact a lot of other people beyond herself 0:37:30 Engages a lot with chronic illness communities - so much campassion in these communities - brought out the best in her - more understanding 0:38:50 Biggest goal is pacing her energy to get better health - but hard time giving up advocacy and still trying to find balance with personal health - but had recent house fire threw a wrench into pacing - to help others, she needs to be healthy 0:40:40 Currently trying to get appointment at Stanford (Complex Care Clinic) so she can see a ME doctor - recently tried low dose naltrexone (LDN) and given her a small boost in energy - curcumin supplement may be helping but dealing with house fire aftermath so hard to tell - continue learning about potential new symptom treatment 0:42:30 Uses a sleep monitor and it shows she's not getting deep sleep - told she has 'spontaneous arousal' during sleep where she wakes briefly - but don't know cause - took meds to help with sleep, but caused more problems 0:44:20 Lisa will need to 'rest hard' after our interview - END     Connect with Lisa Atiolo   Twitter @lisaalioto   Minnesota ME Alliance   Blog - RealisticOptimism.org - focused on how you can live a life filled with happiness, gratitude and joy despite the challenges of a chronic illness.   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealisticOptimism/. Twitter @aliotolisa (Realistic Optimism)     ____________________________________________   Host Scott Simpson   https://remediescounseling.com              

In this opening episode of ‘Georgie’s Future’ podcast, Nick and Tony explore the possibilities of the next two decades in 12-year-old Georgie’s life.  They explore the way that a ‘realistic optimist’ perspective will be critical for her. They also discuss the concept of agency, how important this will be for Georgie and what educators and parents might do to help develop this.

Direct reference is made to:- The era of exponential change- Three perspectives on the future- The futures triangle- Risk and protective factors- Augmented intelligence- What might be added to the curriculum- Why the world is better than many people think

lean, six sigma, project management, career, leadership, public speaking, presentation skills, performance Intro: Welcome to the E6S-Methods podcast with Jacob and Aaron, your weekly dose of tips and tricks to achieve excellent performance in your business and career. Join us as we explore deeper into the practical worlds of Lean, Six Sigma, Project Management and Design Thinking. In this episode number 200, we cap our "Speaking Upwards" series wtih TEDxer, Raymond Poole and talk his path to landing a TEDx talk. Be sure to watch Ray's TEDx talk about "Realistic Optimism" and many other valuable videos and resources at www.cfcornerman.com. If you're just tuning in for the first time, find all our back episodes at our podcast table of contents at e6s-methods.com. If you like this episode, be sure to click the "like" link in the show notes. It's easy. Just tap our logo, click and you're done. Tap-click-done! Here we go. http://bit.ly/E6S-200 Leave a Review! http://bit.ly/E6S-iTunes Outro: Thanks for listening to episode 200 of the E6S-Methods podcast. Stay tuned for episode 201, when we speak with repeat guest Johanna Ficatier on her work with the Mayo clinic to reduce patient readmission rates. Don't forget to click "like" or "dislike" for this episode in the show notes. Tap-click-done! If you have a question, comment or advice, leave a note in the comments section or contact us directly. Feel free to email me "Aaron," aaron@e6s-methods.com, or on our website, we reply to all messages. If you heard something you like, then share us with a friend or leave a review. Didn't like what you heard? Join our LinkedIn Group, and tell us why. Don't forget you can find notes and graphics for all shows and more at www.E6S-Methods.com. "Journey Through Success. If you're not climbing up, you're falling down." Leave a Review! http://bit.ly/E6S-iTunes

An introduction to realistic optimismhttp://changingminds.org/explanations/preferences/optimism_pessimism.htm Music: “Just A Blip” by Andy G. CohenFrom the Free Music ArchiveReleased under a Creative Commons Attribution International License The pessimist complains about the wind; the optimist expects it to change; the realist adjusts the sails. -William Arthur Ward- - The world is generally split across optimists whom call themselves "being positive" and pessimists are generally sub-divided into people whom call themselves "realistic" and those whom can be best be politely described as "critical". - The truth is, that there are bad apples to both sides of the divide. Optimists assume that the best will happen or that they will be luckier than other people. They are hopeful, believing that good things can happen to them.- Pessimists expect the worst. They over-estimate risks, assuming that bad things will happen. Extreme pessimists expect the worst every time. They believe that good things only happen to other people. - In our previous podcast, we talked about being positive. Now, most people would assume that being positive equates to being optimistic, and pessimism being related to being negative. It's actually not that clear-cut. Positive thinking embraces possibilities and looks for solutions without the assumption that everything will automatically work.- SO what does this all mean to an individual? And why does it have to all be so confusing?- At the end of the day, it's just a label. Our outlook in life generally is shaped by our experiences growing up and as we go through life.- It's all about having a balanced outlook.- For me though, I chose to maintain a truthful; cleared-eye view of life, while keeping some optimism that is grounded and relatable.- In my advocacy for realistic optimism, here are some ways to encourage this viewpoint. Combine a positive attitude with honesty of both the challenges to be faced as well as an honest evaluation of where you are now. Don't have expectations and expect the unexpected. - Don't stress the small stuff. - As mentioned previously; don't take life so seriously. Life's much too short to be humor-less and if you can't laugh at your own self, how would you know what to laugh at in life? To make mistakes is human, to stumble is commonplace; to be able to laugh at yourself is maturity (William Arthur Ward).- More important than all of this though; is to love yourself. No matter what outlook you decide on, embrace yourself for who you are. After all; if you don't love yourself, how can you love other people?

Jeremy Flick is an aspiring Rap/Hip Hop artist who, as we found out, is related to Joe.  Jeremy is just a few months away from releasing his first album and as he looks the horizon, being realistic, but positive has been on his mind and he shares those thoughts with us this week.  You can […]

Rev. Steve DeNeff -John 14:27; 15:9-14; 16:33; Romans 15:13. The natural man is restless until he finds his rest in God. But once we have, the Holy Spirit re-orders our interior world with the personality of God. Here is the source of our peace, joy, love and hope. But how does this differ from our temporary moods and emotions? How does God’s Spirit stabilize us even when everything is under water? This sermon will explore another of the Spirits affects: A realistic optimism in a troubled world. 

How to be an effective presence in the world without being overwhelmed by it. Today's guest is Wendy Vann Roach.