Podcasts about self awareness

Leave an Amazon Rating or Review for my New York Times Bestselling book, Make Money Easy! Check out the full episode: https://greatness.lnk.to/1477DM Michael Bungay Stanier explores the topics of self-compassion and self-coaching abilities. He emphasizes the significance of being kind to oneself and developing the skills to effectively coach and guide one's own personal and professional development. Stanier provides practical insights into the process of cultivating self-compassion and the art of asking oneself powerful questions to drive self-improvement. His discussion offers valuable guidance for listeners seeking to enhance their self-awareness, self-compassion, and self-coaching skills as a means to achieve personal and professional growth. Sign up for the Greatness newsletter! Topics Michael Bungay Stanier, self-compassion, self-coaching, personal development, powerful questions, self-awareness, self-improvement, professional growth, inner coaching, mindset skills Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today’s episode is a special rebroadcast of one of my all-time favorite conversations on the B.rad Podcast! Every so often, I like to revisit episodes that made a profound impact on me personally and delivered tremendous value to listeners, and this conversation with Thais Gibson is absolutely one of those episodes. I am so pleased to introduce a fantastically awesome show with Thais Gibson, creator of the Personal Development School! When Thais first sent me an overview of what she wanted to discuss, I thought, "Sure, let's talk about it." But I have to tell you, I was completely blown away. This became one of my favorite shows I have ever recorded. Listeners, I truly believe this episode has the potential to be life-changing. I know it was for me. It probably helped that I unknowingly became the guinea pig for much of the conversation. What you'll hear is essentially a live coaching session where Thais demonstrates her expertise and methods using real-life examples from my own experiences—particularly the disconnect between my stated goals and some of my behavior patterns. We focused on the pursuit of wealth and financial security, an area where I occasionally feel frustrated or deficient, perhaps because of subconscious patterns operating beneath the surface. Thais explains the causes of self-sabotage and how to reprogram limiting thought patterns. One of the most fascinating parts of the discussion is when she explains that we're operating from our conscious mind only about three to five percent of the time. If you're someone who listens to podcasts, reads books, and continually educates yourself, your conscious mind may be doing a great job acquiring the knowledge and skills needed to succeed. But your subconscious needs and programming can still interfere and pull you off course. So in this episode, it's time for Brad to get processed, dig deep, and explore what's really happening when self-sabotage kicks in. Thais Gibson is a counselor, bestselling author of Learning Love, and co-founder of the Personal Development School. She holds a Ph.D. and more than 13 certifications in modalities including CBT, NLP, somatic experiencing, Internal Family Systems, shadow work, and hypnosis. After nearly a decade running a successful private practice, she founded The Personal Development School—an online learning platform designed to provide a more accessible and authentic way for people to transform their lives. In fact, after we finished this recording, I enrolled immediately. I encourage you to visit her website and explore what she offers. She offers a test run where you can see what it’s all about—check it out at personaldevelopmentschool.com. Enjoy this special rebroadcast with Thais Gibson! TIMESTAMPS: People may not always be aware that they are self-sabotaging because it usually occurs at a subconscious level. [00:53] Your conscious mind is responsible for roughly 3 to 5 percent of all of your beliefs, thoughts, emotions, and actions or decisions. Your subconscious is responsible for 95 to 97 percent. [04:48] We all have subconscious personality needs. [07:54] Thais uses Brad as an example to unpack what needs it relates to. She asks first, what does he do in his spare time? [09:34] Where does he spend his money? What does he like to learn about? [12:10] Our subconscious mind is also the host of all of our limiting beliefs. [19:46] There is a tool for how to pull up what your limiting beliefs are. [21:42] We're scared of something that's hidden in the periphery at a subconscious level of mind [24:29] Reconditioning is a tool for reprogramming. [26:25] Thais identifies characteristics of people who have been in a relationship with a narcissist. [30:41] Look for the things that trigger you. Plan your limiting belief and use its opposite. [33:02] Step one: What is your core belief and its opposite? Step two: what are 10 memories to support? They can be recent memories, really old memories, doesn't matter. 10 memories to support this new idea about yourself. I am, in fact, good enough. Step three: listen back for 21 days. [34:17] When thinking about financial security, many people struggle with their subconscious as in feeling they don’t deserve it or some parts of society that have a distaste for the inequitable distribution of wealth. [43:10] There are seven areas of life that need attention. Career, financial, mental, emotional, spiritual, physical and relationship. To ignore one area, we will pay for it later. [52:45] What specific things or set of things are you going to do on a daily basis to reprogram? [59:13] So much futile energy and effort toward change without addressing these core issues is going to be tough. 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Send us Fan MailWholehearted Enneagram: A Year Through the Types Bonus Episode 6-7Two years ago, Payge Wicks sat down with her mom right after graduating high school, a 17-year-old still figuring out who she was. Today, she's just finished her junior year in college, studying psychology in Phoenix, 18 hours from home, and she has something real to say about what it actually looks like to be a Seven in the most formative years of your life.In this conversation, Amy and Payge pick up the thread they started two years ago, including the great Six vs. Seven question that Payge has been quietly wrestling with ever since and explore what personality awareness, faith, and genuine formation actually look like when you're living in a dorm, navigating roommates, building independence, and figuring out who God made you to be without your family right down the hall.This is a different kind of Seven conversation. Not an expert looking back from a distance, but a Seven in the thick of becoming, with enough self-awareness to name what's actually happening.In this conversation:The 6 vs. 7 question what made Payge wonder, and what living independently finally clarifiedHow FOMO shows up in college in ways you might not expect, including why staying connected to home is genuinely a Seven thingThe psychology of staying: how a Seven commits to something long-term without feeling trappedWhat Payge has discovered about God in the last two years that she couldn't access at 17Roommate dynamics through a Seven lens and how community can actually push a Seven toward growthSelf-awareness as a practical tool: why knowing your type matters when your day feels inexplicably awfulWhat Payge would tell every incoming college student and every parent watching their kid walk across that stageSupport the showRESOURCES FOR YOU:Join the Waitlist for 1:1 Coaching with Amy Wickshttps://www.simplywholehearted.com/callamywicksNot sure about your Enneagram Type? Start here: https://www.simplywholehearted.com/enneagramquizEnnea-what? The Beginners Guide to the Enneagram(free course + printables)https://bit.ly/Enneagram101GuideConnect with Amy:IGWebsite

Send Rachel a text message.What if your thoughts and emotions are experiences you have, not the essence of who you are?In this episode, we explore:non-duality and the quantum fieldthe difference between awareness and identitywhy emotions rise and fall like waveshow to stop letting thoughts run the showa simple reflective exercise to reconnect with the eternal SelfThis is about reclaiming your power—not by suppressing emotion, but by remembering what remains aware beneath it all.

Join Sharma Graham in conversation with Dr. Nyasha M. GuramatunhuCooper, Founder of Girton Road Leadership Learning & Consulting, for an engaging fireside chat exploring a foundational skill for all leaders: self-awareness. The conversation examines how mindfulness practices and emotional intelligence create the groundwork for effective leadership impact. Dr. Cooper shares practical insights about developing self-awareness, managing internal narratives, and understanding how your emotional state influences your leadership effectiveness.

Welcome to the Strength Connection!Dr. Carla Caturia is an Elite Peak Performance Coach and creator of the RISE Model, helping high-achieving families move beyond the Success Without Self Cycle. Her work combines emotional intelligence, identity-based confidence, and practical tools that help teens perform at their peak without burning out or losing themselves in the process.In this insightful interview, Dr. Carla shares her journey from school administration to coaching kids and families, emphasizing the importance of resilience, emotional intelligence, and identity in youth development. Discover practical strategies to help young people thrive emotionally and mentally in today's social media-driven world.Check out more of Dr. Carla at:https://www.instagram.com/drcarlacaturia/Chapters00:00 The Journey to Empowering Youth02:48 Understanding Thriving vs. Surviving05:53 The Pressure of High Achievement08:53 Navigating Relationships Across Ages11:43 The Role of Parents in Youth Development15:03 Emotional States and Effective Communication24:51 Validating Emotions in Teen Communication27:04 Exploring Identity and Self-Awareness in Teens30:23 The Impact of Social Media on Teen Mental Health35:01 Building Resilience in Today's Youth40:37 Developing Emotional Intelligence for Life Success

Code switching gets reduced to “changing how you talk,” but in this episode of The Heavyweight Collective, the conversation goes much deeper than that. This is a real discussion about what happens when adapting becomes part of survival.The episode explores how people shift their tone, behavior, appearance, and personality depending on where they are, who's around, and what's at stake. From workplaces to public spaces, the conversation breaks down the pressure to appear “safe,” “professional,” or “acceptable” in environments that can quickly judge or misunderstand you.But the deeper conversation is emotional. Life doesn't stop just because professionalism is expected. Grief, stress, pressure, and personal struggles don't disappear when it's time to perform confidence or composure. The discussion highlights how code switching can slowly become exhausting when it feels less like strategy and more like suppressing yourself to survive.The episode also tackles authenticity, leadership masks, and the cultural side of performance, especially when Black culture is borrowed for entertainment, credibility, or profit without genuine understanding behind it.Tap in With US! Thanks for tapping in with The Heavyweight Collective! Make sure you follow, subscribe, and share with someone who needs this convo. Catch us on all socials for clips, updates, and more behind the mic. https://linktr.ee/TheHeavyweightPodcast

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Leave an Amazon Rating or Review for my New York Times Bestselling book, Make Money Easy! Check out the full episode: https://greatness.lnk.to/1417DM Jay Shetty delves into the art of creating lasting results that can positively impact the rest of your life. He shares practical insights on setting and achieving long-term goals, emphasizing the importance of consistency, resilience, and self-awareness. Jay discusses the power of mindset and personal growth in sustaining meaningful change. His advice serves as a guide for listeners looking to make lasting improvements in their lives, offering a roadmap to develop habits and practices that lead to enduring success and fulfillment. Sign up for the Greatness newsletter! Topics Jay Shetty, lasting results, long-term goals, consistency and resilience, self-awareness, mindset and personal growth, habit formation, meaningful change, enduring success, fulfillment Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome back to The Fit & Fulfilled Podcast. In this episode we discuss:The reason why you might be doing the work yet not seeing your desires materialiseThe sneaky ways your ego keeps you stuck in the same reality whereby your desires are nowhere in sightThe importance of going one step beyond self-awareness in order to manifest a brand new realityHow to actually close the gap between you & your desireWhen self-awareness starts to work against youPrivate Coaching with KhushbuShort-Term Coaching Options with KhushbuWatch The Going ALL IN Manifestation MasterclassJoin Seal The DealWays To Work TogetherTake The Quiz To Figure Out Which Manifesting Bubble You're Currently Stuck InWatch 'Be It To See It' MasterclassClick here more details & to apply for my 1:1 coaching program Uplevel Your LifeAccess the Freedom From Fear WorkshopJoin Calm, Cool & CreatingJoin School of Magnetic ConnectionWatch 'Be It To See It' MasterclassAccess the Money Manifestation MasterclassClick here to read some of the amazing outcomes my clients have manifested for themselvesFrom the bottom of my heart, thank you so much for being here. If you aren't already, come join the party over on:Instagram: @khushbu.kweighWebsite: https://kthadani.com/

Send us Fan MailCan someone sound recovered without actually recovering?In this episode, we explore one of the most subtle traps in recovery: mistaking knowledge, self-awareness, and powerful sharing for genuine transformation.Many of us learn the language of recovery long before we fully practice it. We know what to say, how to tell our story, and how to inspire others. But real recovery isn't measured by the quality of our shares. It's measured by the quality of our lives.If you've ever wondered whether you're growing or simply becoming more skilled at sounding like you're growing, this conversation is for you.Because recovery isn't proven by what happens in the meeting.It's revealed by what happens when the meeting is over.Support the show

Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and www.youtube.com/thePOZcast For all episodes, please check out www.thePOZcast.com This special episode is brought to you by our dear friends at Blood Cancer United. An organization very near and dear to me. I'm here to remind you to give to causes that make a difference. You want to help but you don't know where to start? Blood Cancer United is at the top of my list. They are the global leader in helping patients and families with blood cancer, and your dollars fund research, patient support, and advocacy. Please give today here: Thank you for supporting this important mission. Learn more and donate here: https://pages.lls.org/voy/nyc/nyclls26/aposner   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Torrance Hampton and his journey 01:00 Growing up in the DMV with a Secret Service father 02:15 Experiences working with the Bush family and White House 04:39 How career shaped Torrance's perspective on power and influence 07:19 Early career in corporate America and realization of discontent 09:59 Discovering passion and storytelling as a career path 12:02 Recognizing your zone of genius and signals for passion 13:46 Understanding the 'alignment tax' and its organizational costs 16:18 The importance of leadership, culture, and remote work challenges 19:14 The role of AI in enhancing human potential and career development 26:47 Using AI as a thinking partner and tool for growth 34:28 Writing the book 'Genius Factor' and its personal significance 44:34 Living without regrets and defining success 45:53 The future of work, AI, and personal fulfillment 46:29 Closing remarks and call to action  

In this episode of Grow Yourself, Kevin McNulty sits down with Kyle Merrick for a powerful conversation about identity, belonging, adoption, authenticity, and the hidden ways people lose themselves trying to fit into the world around them.Kyle shares how growing up adopted shaped his search for identity and why so many people unconsciously become versions of themselves they never intentionally chose. This conversation explores emotional honesty, social conditioning, approval-seeking, individuality, self-awareness, and the courage it takes to think for yourself.This is not about rebellion for the sake of chaos. It's about consciously questioning inherited identity long enough to discover who you truly are underneath it all.Anarchy For A Day: What Happens When You Stop Obeying Who You Were Told To Be

What if your emotional triggers weren't the enemy, but the access point to your deepest healing?In this series, I select my favourite and most insightful moments from previous episodes of the podcast.Today, my guest Rebeccah Silence, an author and coach specialising in emotional healing, shares her three-step process for taking back control when a trigger takes over, and explains why the trigger itself is not something to fear, but something to follow.Press play to learn a practical, compassionate framework for turning your emotional triggers into a doorway to freedom.˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Listen to the full conversation with Rebeccah Silence in episode #446:https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/446˚Coaching with Agi: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/mentor˚

What if the stress you're carrying isn't happening to you, but through you?Steph dives into the idea that stress is a choice, challenging listeners to rethink how their perceptions and responses shape their everyday experience. Through personal insights and real self-reflection, she explores how personal responsibility and self-awareness can transform the way we relate to pressure. Steph walks through practical questions designed to shift your stress response from reaction to empowerment, and introduces the concept of amor fati as a tool for emotional resilience. This one is a call to action for anyone ready to reclaim their mindset and take control of their mental health.In this episode you'll discover:Stress as a choice and perceptionPersonal responsibility in stress managementPractical questions to shift stress responsesYour takeaways:You have more power over your stress than you think, and it starts with recognizing that your perspective creates your experienceA few honest questions can interrupt your default stress response and open the door to empowermentEmbracing your fate, rather than fighting it, is one of the most freeing acts of self-care you can practiceChapters00:00 Understanding Stress: A Personal Journey04:23 The Choice of Stress: A Paradigm Shift07:40 Reframing Stress: From Reaction to Empowerment11:16 Embracing Amor Fati: Love Your Fate12:19 Conducting a Stress Audit: Self-Reflection and Growth

As AI handles more outreach and automation, the recruiters who stand out will be the ones who build stronger human connections. Host Kortney Harmon sits down with leadership consultant Shad Tidler to explore practical strategies for earning trust, adapting communication styles, and creating more meaningful client relationships in today's recruiting landscape.Shad shares actionable insights on interrupting predictable sales patterns, using DISC principles to improve communication, and building trust through consistency, empathy, and transparency—without losing efficiency in an AI-driven world.Discover how relationship-driven recruiters can create stronger client alignment and stand out in the age of AI.______________Follow Shad Tidler on LinkedIn: LinkedIn | ShadFollow Crelate on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/crelate/Want to learn more about Crelate? Book a demo hereSubscribe to our newsletter: https://www.crelate.com/blog/full-desk-experience 

Send us Fan MailWhat if everything you've been told about change, motivation, and stress is missing the most important piece — your brain?This week I'm joined by Lisa Riegel, educator by training, strategist by practice, and someone who has dedicated her career to translating brain science into language and tools that actually help people feel more self-aware, regulated, and in control. Lisa is the creator of the NeuroWell Framework and the Aspirations to Operations Commitment Framework, and whether she's working with Fortune 500 leaders, school systems, or individuals navigating their own lives, her message is the same: real change starts in the brain.In this conversation we cover so much ground, and I think you're going to find it as accessible and practical as I did. We talk about:Why 80% of the thinking happening in your brain right now is unconscious — and what that means for your behavior, your reactions, and your relationshipsMeet Bob and Harold — Lisa's brilliant, accessible way of explaining how your amygdala and thalamus work together to filter reality and trigger your stress responseThe four states of wakefulness (calm, alert, alarm, fear) and exactly what happens neurologically when you burn outWhy change is so hard — and why most change initiatives, in organizations and in our personal lives, fail before they even beginThe difference between outcome goals and action goals, and why that distinction is everythingWhy we don't know what our body feels like when we're happy — and a simple morning practice to start changing thatThe power of identifying not just what stresses you out, but why — and how uncovering the underlying fear gives you genuine self-controlWhy celebration is the most underused and misunderstood tool in leadership, parenting, and self-developmentHow to create your own resilient inner bubble in a world that feels increasingly out of controlLisa brings so much warmth and wisdom to this conversation, and her ability to take complex brain science and make it feel immediately usable is truly a gift. This one is for the leaders, the parents, the burnout survivors, and anyone who has ever wondered why they keep reacting in ways they don't intend to.Resources:Free Masterclass:  The Alchemy of the Perimenopause PortalAyurvedic Dosha Quick Reference GuideAbhyanga Self Massage GuideWeekend Nervous System ResetNourished For Resilience Workbook Find me at www.nourishednervoussystem.comand @nourishednervoussytem on Instagram

In today's episode, we dive deep into the inspiring journey of bookkeeper Nadia Gibbs from Birdsong Accountancy. She shares her unique transition into a bookkeeper later in life, overcoming challenges, and the incredible growth of her business. Nadia's story is a testament to the power of resilience and adaptability, especially for those considering a career change to a bookkeeper. Check out Hey Monika! ➡️ https://www.heymonika.com/ Connect with Nadia! ➡️ https://birdsongaccountancy.co.uk/ ----------------------------------------------- About us We're Jo and Zoe and we help bookkeepers find clients, make more money and build profitable businesses they love. Find out about working with us in The Bookkeepers' Collective, at: 6figurebookkeeper.com/collective ----------------------------------------------- About our Sponsor This episode of The Bookkeepers' Podcast is sponsored by Xero. Get 90% off your first 6 months by visiting: https://xero5440.partnerlinks.io/6figurebookkeeper ----------------------------------------------- Promotion This video contains paid promotion. ----------------------------------------------- Disclaimer The information contained in The Bookkeepers' Podcast is provided for information purposes only. The contents of The Bookkeepers' Podcast is not intended to amount to advice and you should not rely on any of the contents of the Bookkeepers' Podcast. Professional advice should be obtained before taking or refraining from taking any action as a result of the contents of the Bookkeepers' Podcast. The 6 Figure Bookkeeper Ltd disclaims all liability and responsibility arising from any reliance placed on any of the contents of the Bookkeepers' Podcast. Chapters: 00:00:00 - The Bookkeeper Skill AI CAN'T Replace 00:00:39 - Nadia's Background and Journey 00:01:29 - Transition from Chiropodist to Bookkeeper 00:03:19 - Challenges and Learning Experiences 00:05:38 - Nadia's Approach to Bookkeeping 00:11:05 - Birdsong Accountancy Today 00:12:19 - Overcoming Fear and Starting the Business 00:16:09 - Creation of Hey Monica 00:16:51 - The Importance of Mentorship 00:17:29 - The Birth of Hey Monica 00:18:00 - The Role of Community and Support 00:20:43 - Challenges of Asking Questions in Public Forums 00:23:54 - The Transition from Job to Business 00:25:53 - The Value of Gratitude and Friendships in Business 00:25:53 - The Importance of Standard Operating Processes 00:27:03 - Pricing Strategy Evolution 00:29:52 - Client Acquisition 00:30:14 - Client Acquisition and Building Trust 00:32:00 - The Power of Personal Branding 00:34:28 - The Evolution of Bookkeeping 00:35:00 - Introduction to the Podcast 00:35:15 - The Concept of the Podcast 00:38:16 - The Launch of the Podcast 00:39:11 - The Purpose of the Podcast 00:41:27 - Personal Growth and Confidence Building 00:41:27 - Overcoming Self-Doubt and Fear of Dislike 00:45:18 - Continuing the Journey and Overcoming Self-Doubt 00:46:13 - The Imperfections in Life and Business 00:46:50 - Self-Awareness and Personal Growth 00:46:55 - Conclusion and Contact Information #bookkeeper

In this episode, Dr. Marc Brackett, author of Permission to Feel, discusses the importance of emotional self-awareness, and explains that emotional self-awareness is the ability to identify and label our emotions. This skill is essential for understanding our own emotional states and making informed decisions. He explains that it can lead to improved mental health, stronger relationships, and better decision-making. Emotionally self-aware individuals are better able to manage their emotions, resolve conflict, and build trust with others. He further describes how the How We Feel app helps users develop emotional self-awareness. The app prompts users to label their emotions and provides feedback on their accuracy. This process helps users to become more aware of their emotional responses to different situations. Marc is founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and professor in the Child Study Center, Yale School of Medicine at Yale University. As a researcher for over 20 years, Marc has focused on the role of emotions and emotional intelligence in learning, decision making, creativity, relationships, health, and performance. Most recently, with Pinterest co-founder Ben Silbermann, Marc and his team co-created the Apple award-winning app, HowWeFeel, that was designed to teach emotion skills and enhance well-being.  Marc is the lead developer of RULER, a systemic, evidence-based approach to social and emotional learning that has been adopted by over 4,500 schools across the United States and in other countries, including Australia, China, England, Italy, Mexico, and Spain. RULER, which has reached over 4 million children, infuses social and emotion learning into the immune system of schools by enhancing how school administrators lead, educators teach, students learn, and families parent.Marc is also the co-founder of Oji Life Lab, a corporate learning firm that develops innovative digital learning systems for emotional intelligence.  For more information on Dr. Brackett please visit: https://www.marcbrackett.com/ For additional information on the How We Feel app please visit  https://howwefeel.org/  

Former senior FBI executive, attorney, and leadership advisor Cassi Chandler joins Jennifer Simpson Carr for a conversation about what leadership requires in moments of uncertainty. From AI and social media to shifting workplace expectations and fear inside organizations, Cassi explains why leadership is not defined by title or hierarchy. For law firm leaders, this episode explores how influence, trust, self-awareness, and human connection shape how firms navigate change.

#224: You can explain your attachment style perfectly and still blow up the same relationship in the exact same way. That gap between insight and change is where we go next.We pick up our part two conversation on self-awareness and get honest about the uncomfortable truth: understanding your patterns does not mean you have healed them. We talk about why awareness without nervous system work can change almost nothing, how “healing” can quietly turn into avoidance, and why real progress often starts with plain acceptance and a willingness to feel what you would rather label. If you have ever thought, “I know why I do this, so why do I still do it,” you will feel seen.We also dig into how different people act like mirrors, pulling out different triggers and revealing new layers even after you have done therapy, coaching, or deep personal development. Then we zoom out to the culture piece: social media, performative vulnerability, weaponized therapy language, and the ego identity of being “the self-aware one.” We share how to tell the difference between humble self-worth and entitlement, and why peace can feel boring before it feels safe if your body is used to chaos.If you want healing that is embodied, practical, and rooted in emotional regulation rather than performance, listen through and reflect with us. Subscribe, share this with a friend who loves psychology content, and leave a review with the biggest pattern you are ready to change.You can now send us a text to ask a question or review the show. We would love to hear from you! Support the showFollow me on social: https://www.instagram.com/babbles_nonsense/

Do you dream of being an overnight success? What would you sacrifice for success? Should we focus on success or character? In this episode, Danny and Randy discuss short term success versus character.Subscribe to ESP's YouTube Channel! Thanks for listening!  Do you have a question you want answered in a future episode? If so, send your question to: existentialstoic@protonmail.com

Leave an Amazon Rating or Review for my New York Times Bestselling book, Make Money Easy! Check out the full episode: https://greatness.lnk.to/1929DM Lewis was hitting every external marker of success. NYT bestseller. Platform. Audience. And none of it touched the feeling inside. He was still that kid on the couch. Broke. Feeling stupid. Chasing the next thing to feel valid. What he thought was drive turned out to be a defense mechanism. The anger, the need to prove people wrong, it got results, but it wasn't vision. It was a wound doing the work. The shift started with one question: what's actually running your mind right now? Your thoughts aren't facts. They're patterns. Copied and pasted from pain you absorbed years ago. And if you don't stop to look at them, they become your future by default. Step one is just awareness. Take inventory. Notice how you respond when you get rejected. Notice how you receive praise. That's where reprogramming begins. Sign up for the Greatness newsletter: http://www.greatness.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jonathan from Meta Mystics enters The Trebles Show for the first time ever to break down higher consciousness, emotional intelligence, self-mastery, and the war between reaction and disciplined response. This episode cuts deep into awareness, frequency, and control of the mind. If you've ever felt trapped by emotion, this one's lit. Tune in, lock up. #lookItUpENGAGE WITH META MYSTICS NOW!!!BUY THE LIMINAL TREES BOOK NOW ☂️☂️☂️ALERT OPERATIONS: CRYPTID WARFARE // // GET 15% OFF AT CHECK OUT USING "PARANOI" at FLAVORS OF THE FORESTTHE TREBLES SHOW

Dr. John explains psychological blind spots drawing on organizational psychologist Tasha Eurich's research that while most people believe they're self-aware, only 12–15% actually are. He distinguishes internal self-awareness (knowing your values, emotions, motivations) from external self-awareness (knowing how others experience you), noting they aren't strongly correlated and blind spots live in the gap. He outlines why blind spots persist—self-protection, threat-based defensiveness, and success masking dysfunction—then offers a practical process: choose 2–5 honest, non-dependent “mirrors,” ask specific stress-and-conflict questions, listen without defending, look for repeated patterns, and separate intent from impact. He emphasizes emotional regulation and turning blind spots into growth edges through naming, tracking, and small behavioral experiments, and introduces Proximity Coaching (live biweekly groups plus an always available AI coach) before concluding that real self-awareness includes knowing how you make others feel.00:52 Self Awareness Myth01:59 Two Types Awareness03:32 Why Blind Spots Happen05:16 Common Blind Spot Examples06:05 Ask What Not Why07:10 Find The Right Mirror08:38 Spot Patterns And Impact09:33 Regulate Emotions For Feedback10:10 Turn Insight Into Change11:47 Why It Matters12:10 Proximity Coaching Offer14:38 Final TakeawaysFor Fewer Regrets and Greater Connection? Start Here…Get a free trial of the brand new Proximity AI Coaches based on thousands of hours of the work of Dr. John Schinnerer and Joree Rose, LMFT at ProximityCoaching.com Company going through painful cultural changes like rapid AI adoption or reorgs? Check out the new AI-fueled change management solution at TetheredConsulting.com For info on Dr. John's Ultimate Online Anger Management Class (which has over 25,000 graduates!), visit his High Performer Shop.Top tools for emotional mastery and high tech execs from the best executive coach in the San Francisco Bay Area: GuideToSelf.comThe best podcast for relationships and those who want to create a happier, safer love life:

How Resentment Quietly Builds In this episode of The Liberated Life Podcast, Robin Keehn opens a new conversation about what happens underneath our relationships — especially when something needed to be said, but wasn't. Resentment does not usually arrive all at once. It accumulates. A tone. A look. A changed plan. A moment of being overlooked. A “yes” that should have been a “no.” None of these may seem dramatic on its own, but together they begin to form a story. Robin shares how resentment often grows in the space between what happened and what was never spoken. She introduces the idea of an Open Loop — something unfinished, incomplete, or outdated that continues draining your time, energy, and peace — and an Unspoken Broken, a relational loop that stays open because it was never named. You'll hear why resentment is not always proof that the other person is bad. Sometimes it is a signal that something remains unfinished. In this episode, Robin talks about:  How resentment quietly accumulates over time Why small moments can carry a surprising amount of weight The difference between truly releasing something and simply not bringing it up How “always” and “never” stories begin to form in relationships Why unspoken moments become Open Loops What an Unspoken Broken is and why it matters How to begin with “Here's what I've noticed” instead of an accusation The two questions to ask before having a hard conversation: Why am I sharing this?What do I actually want here? Why closing one loop can begin to restore your time, energy, and peace “Resentment is interest on a debt nobody named.” Where have you gone quiet — and what has that silence been costing you? Want a place to start? Download Robin's free tool, Close One Loop, and walk through one open loop from start to finish in just a few minutes. Go to: closetheloopsnow.com/tool You'll also be the first to hear about Robin's upcoming five-day challenge at the end of June. If this episode resonated with you, you might enjoy our free People Skillz community — a structured space to practice steadier, more intentional communication. We also created a short Communication Patterns Quiz to help you identify how you respond under pressure. You'll find both here.

What if the reason you're stuck… is because you haven't accepted what's true?In this month's wrap-up episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, Anne Bonney pulls together a powerful insight from all 3 May guests:You can't change anything… until you accept reality.From parenting challenges to toxic relationships to business collapse and reinvention, this episode explores the pivotal moment where everything shifts; the moment you stop resisting, stop denying, and finally face what is.You'll learn: Why acceptance is the real starting point for change  How resisting reality keeps you stuck  The identity shift required to move forward  What happens when you finally tell yourself the truth Because real growth doesn't start with action…it starts with acceptance.Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.

Self-awareness is often treated as the answer for leaders who want to grow. More introspection, deeper practice, better understanding of your triggers, patterns, and defenses. But self-awareness alone doesn't necessarily create transformation.  

Dr. Dan explores attachment theory, its relevance, misconceptions, and its impact on adult relationships and parenting. He emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and growth beyond fixed attachment styles.Key topicsAttachment theory origins and core conceptsMain attachment styles: secure, anxious, avoidant, disorganizedImpact of childhood experiences on adult relationshipsMisconceptions and limitations of attachment theoryThe role of self-awareness and therapy in changing attachment patterns

Leave an Amazon Rating or Review for my New York Times Bestselling book, Make Money Easy! Check out the full episode: https://greatness.lnk.to/1448DM Vanessa Van Edwards shares valuable tricks to boost confidence. She delves into the psychology behind confidence and offers practical strategies to help individuals become more self-assured. Vanessa emphasizes the significance of body language, self-awareness, and positive self-talk in building and projecting confidence. Her insights provide a roadmap for listeners looking to enhance their self-esteem and appear more self-assured in various aspects of life, ultimately empowering them to achieve their goals and interact with greater confidence. Sign up for the Greatness newsletter! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The goal is not to be 100% authentic all the time.That's unattainable. If you think that's the goal, you'll spend your life feeling like you're failing every time you people-please, shut down, react, perform, avoid conflict, seek approval, or slip back into old patterns.That's not failure. That's being human.I share about how authenticity isn't a final destination where you suddenly become fully healed, fully self-expressed, fully “you” all the time. It's noticing. It's awareness. It's catching yourself in the moments where you're not being true to yourself and getting curious instead of judgmental.Why did I just abandon myself there?Why did I shrink?Why did I say yes when I meant no?What was I trying to protect?That's the work.Becoming honest, aware, and willing to come back to yourself over and over again.This episode is a reminder that you are not failing because you still have moments where your ego, fear, conditioning, or old patterns take over.The magic is in noticing and choosing to return.IN PERSON EXPERIENCES, MelbourneOne-day retreat in Balnarring - June 12th, 2026Sunday Meds - June 21st, 20261:1 COACHINGOne-time 75 minute coaching call - secure your spot hereRead my book, Authentic - coming home to your true self - AUS, EUR, USAWrite into us - let us know what you want to hearWelleCo - use code KAT15 for 15% off welleco.com.auwww.katjohn.com.auSupport the show

Have you ever known where you want to go—but felt mysteriously stuck getting there? In this episode of Typology, I sit down with Dr. Henry Cloud, clinical psychologist, leadership expert, and bestselling author of Boundaries, to talk about his new book, Your Desired Future: The Five Essential Steps That Take You Where You Want to Go. Together, we explore the intersection of faith, psychology, the Enneagram, self-awareness, and personal growth, and how real transformation begins when we stop shaming ourselves for where we are and start getting curious about what's possible. Henry brings his characteristic wisdom, warmth, and clinical insight to a conversation about healing, purpose, emotional health, and the practical path from "here" to "there." This is a thoughtful and hope-filled conversation for anyone who feels stuck, is navigating change, or wants to better understand the patterns that shape the life they're living.

Leave an Amazon Rating or Review for my New York Times Bestselling book, Make Money Easy! Check out the full episode: https://lewishowes.com/podcast/the-key-to-begin-healing-and-attract-peace-in-your-life-bonus-episode-presented-by-betterhelp/ Haesue Jo explores the transformative process of turning emotions into courage and empowerment. She discusses practical strategies for channeling emotions in a positive direction, emphasizing the power of self-awareness and emotional intelligence. Jo provides insights on cultivating resilience and using emotions as a source of strength. Her discussion serves as a guide for listeners seeking to navigate their emotional landscape and harness their feelings to fuel courage and empowerment in various aspects of life. Sign up for the Greatness newsletter! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week's episode of Do Good to Lead Well, I am joined by Kevin Ford, the former CEO of Calian, whose track record as a transformational CEO sets the stage for a candid exploration of what really drives lasting personal and business success.We start by asking the question: Are authenticity and transparency more critical than ever in the age of AI? Our answer is a resounding ‘yes.' We continue the conversation by exploring how the ATP trifecta—authenticity, transparency, and positivity—became the defining factor behind Kevin's award-winning tenure as CEO.Our discussion moves beyond buzzwords, tackling real questions: How do you lead authentically even when you don't have all the answers? How does transparency foster trust and spark breakthrough thinking? And why does a leader's positive energy ripple through teams, especially in uncertain times?Packed with fresh perspectives and memorable stories, this conversation is essential listening for leaders and aspiring leaders looking to create thriving, rather than surviving, cultures. If you want to future-proof your leadership, build high-trust organizations, and learn how positivity can become your secret competitive edge, listen in to learn the tools and strategies that bring the ATP model to life for you.What You'll Learn- The Power of Authentic Leadership.- Transparency as a Catalyst for Engagement.- Positivity as the Secret Sauce. - Building Trust in an Ai-Driven world.- Embracing Vulnerability for Growth.- Practical Ways to Become an ATP Leader.Podcast Timestamps(00:00) - Setting the Stage (02:38) - Defining ATP: Authenticity, Transparency, Positivity(03:13) - Personal Reflections on Legacy and Feedback(04:19) - Maintaining Core Values Amidst Public Company Pressures(05:16) - Exploring Authenticity: What It Means and Why It Matters(08:57) - Trust as a Foundation: Authenticity and Transparency in Practice(10:02) - Transparency: Challenges and Benefits for Modern Leaders(11:18) - The Power of ‘Thinking Out Loud'(14:16) - The Downside of Command-and-Control Leadership(15:37) - Positivity as Secret Sauce: Leading Through Uncertainty(16:58) - Controlling How You Show Up: Practical Positivity(18:06) - Avoiding Negativity: Energy and Team Dynamics(21:30) - Community Call-to-Action: Living and Leading ATPKEYWORDSPositive Leadership, Authenticity, Transparency, Positivity, Leading Through AI/Disruption, Business Growth, Engaged Culture, Acquisitions, Public Company, Building Trust, ‘Think Out Loud' Sessions, Workplace Culture, Personal Reflection, Legacy, Growth Mindset, Reframing, Employee Feedback, Positive Mindset, Resilience, Human Connection, Psychological Safety, Self-Awareness, CEO Success

How can we approach aging with more joy, empathy, and meaningful connection?We often talk about lifespan, or how long we live, but Kerry Burnight believes the more important question is how fully we live along the way.Burnight is a gerontologist, former professor of geriatric medicine, and author of Joyspan: The Art and Science of Thriving in Life's Second Half. Drawing from decades of experience working with older adults, she discusses why adopting a “growth aging mindset” can change the way we think about getting older, and why autonomy matters just as much as safety in conversations with aging loved ones. As she puts it, “it's not just the big moments, it's the little moments, too.”In this Quick Thinks episode of Think Fast Talk Smart, Burnight and host Matt Abrahams explore the role of listening, storytelling, and empathy in effective communication across generations. Through memorable examples and actionable advice, Burnight offers a compassionate framework for talking about — and thinking about — aging differently.Episode Reference Links:Dr. Kerry BurnightKerry's Book: JoyspanEp.176 From Stereotypes to Synergy: Communicating Across Generations Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedInChapters:(00:00) - Introduction (02:53) - Aging Mindsets (05:21) - Give of the Day (08:49) - Difficult Aging Conversations (19:21) - Explaining Complex Ideas (20:50) - Conclusion  ********Thank you to our sponsors.  These partnerships support the ongoing production of the podcast, allowing us to bring it to you at no cost.This episode is brought to you by Babbel. Think Fast Talk Smart listeners can get started on your language learning journey today- visit Babbel.com/Thinkfast and get up to 55% off your Babbel subscription.Join our Think Fast Talk Smart Learning Community and become the communicator you want to be. 

What you'll learn in this episode: ● How to balance confidence with humility to build trust and influence ● Why behavior — not strengths or weaknesses — defines your effectiveness ● The 5-person leadership model inspired by military structure ● How to use pre-decision compasses to respond, not react ● Why emotional connection is more powerful than logic in leadership ● How to lead yourself first to lead others better    

What if the moments that upset you the most are actually pointing you towards your deepest healing?Snippet of wisdom 107.In this series, I select my favourite and most insightful moments from previous episodes of the podcast.Today, my guest Tammy Cox, a transformational coach specialising in inner child healing, talks about how to identify the hidden beliefs that are quietly driving your emotional reactions, and what to do when you notice them.Press play to learn a simple, practical process for investigating your triggers without judgement, and why that is the first step to transforming your relationships and your life.˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Listen to the full conversation with Tammy Cox in episode #442:https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/442˚Coaching with Agi: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/mentor˚

What if burnout, frustration, and feeling stuck aren't signs that something is wrong with you… but signs that you've been operating against your natural design? In this episode, Michelle explores the foundations of human design and why this powerful self-awareness tool can completely change the way you approach work, leadership, relationships, energy, and success. You'll learn: the 5 human design types and how each operates differently why high-achieving women often burn out trying to follow someone else's formula how understanding your energy can improve decision-making and nervous system regulation the connection between alignment, performance, and sustainable success why work-life integration matters more than balance Michelle also shares how human design supports the Performance Rewritten framework — helping women stop forcing, start trusting themselves, and create success in a way that actually feels good. If you've been searching for more clarity, confidence, and self-trust in your work and life, this episode is a powerful place to begin.  Check it out today - so much fun!

Send us Fan MailSo many of us moms are trying to build resilience while living completely disconnected from our own bodies. We push through stress, override exhaustion, ignore anxiety, and keep functioning until our nervous systems finally demand our attention. In this episode of Leadership Parenting, we explore the powerful connection between resilience, nervous system regulation, and body awareness. Drawing from neuroscience research on interoception, emotional regulation, and Polyvagal Theory, we look at how the body detects stress before the mind fully processes it, why chronic overwhelm impacts emotional resilience, and how learning to listen to your body can help you feel calmer, steadier, and more emotionally regulated. I also share practical resilience tools from the Self-Awareness pillar of the Resiliency System, including simple body check-ins, grounding breaths, and awareness practices that help moms reduce stress reactivity, strengthen emotional resilience, and reconnect with themselves in compassionate, sustainable ways. If you'd like to get the show notes for this episode, head to: https://leighgermann.com

Ever been trapped in the meeting that never ends, or the person who can't seem to land the plane? In this episode, Karen unpacks the hidden cost of talking too much, and why even smart, successful people do it. You'll learn how overexplaining and overtalking can unintentionally weaken your authority, dilute your message, and cost you influence. Whether you're leading meetings, speaking on stage, or communicating in everyday conversations, this episode will help you say less and make a bigger impact. In This Episode, You'll Learn: ✨ Why more words often equal less influence ✨ The surprising link between overtalking and insecurity ✨ How talking too much can slow decisions and erode trust ✨ The communication shift that makes people lean in and listen ✨ Why pauses, not more words, create presence and authority Key Reminder: The most powerful communicators aren't the ones who say the most. They're the ones who say what matters most. Call to Action: If this episode resonated, share it with a friend. Favor If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a review on Amazon or wherever you listen. Your reviews help more people find the show and start communicating with greater confidence and ease. Some resources for you: Get 3 Strategies to Speak Up in Meetings here.   Project more confidence and credibility with my free tips: 9 Words to Avoid & What to Say Instead: Words to Avoid | Karen Laos My book “Trust Your Own Voice”: https://karenlaos.com/book/ Connect with me: Website: https://www.karenlaos.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenlaosofficial  Episodes also available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEwQoTGdJX5eME0ccBKiKng/videos   About me: Many years ago I found myself tongue-tied in a boardroom, my colleagues and executives staring at me. My stomach in my throat, I was unable to get the words out (in spite of being in a senior leadership role).  Then, I heard my boss shut down the meeting. My heart sank. I was mortified. She pulled me aside and said, "You didn't trust your gut. You could've tabled the meeting like I did." Why didn't that option occur to me in the moment? Why did I feel like I needed permission? That was the day I set out to change. I began a journey of personal growth to discover the root of the problem. Once I did, I wanted every woman to experience that same freedom. I'm now on a mission to silence self-doubt in 10 million women in 10 years by giving them simple strategies to speak up and ask for what they want in the boardroom and beyond, resulting in more clients, job promotions, and negotiation wins. Companies like NASA, Netflix, Google, and Sephora have been propelled toward more effective communication skills through my signature framework, The Confidence Cocktail™. This is your invitation to step into your most confident self so you can catapult your career! Karen Laos, Communication Expert and Confidence Cultivator, leverages 25 years in the boardroom and speaking on the world's most coveted stages such as Google and NASA to transform missed opportunities into wins. She is fiercely committed to her mission of eradicating self-doubt in 10 million women by giving them practical strategies to ask for what they want in the boardroom and beyond. She guides corporations and individuals with her tested communication model to generate consistent results through her Powerful Presence Keynote: How to Be an Influential Communicator. Get my free tips: 9 Words to Avoid & What to Say Instead: Words to Avoid | Karen Laos Connect with me:Website: https://www.karenlaos.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenlaosofficial Facebook: Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos: https://www.facebook.com/groups/karenlaosconsultingLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenlaos/Episodes also available on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEwQoTGdJX5eME0ccBKiKng/videosMy book “Trust Your Own Voice”: https://karenlaos.com/book/

Everyone wants intuition. Purpose. Manifestation. Peace. Connection. Answers. But most people are trying to build their lives from a completely ungrounded nervous system. We live in a world that keeps pulling us out of our bodies and into stress, distraction, overwhelm, comparison, fear, overthinking, and information overload. Then we wonder why we feel anxious, exhausted, disconnected, and all over the place. In this episode, we're talking about grounding. Real grounding. Not just “go stand barefoot in the grass” grounding. We talk about: what grounding actually means why so many spiritual people still feel unstable the obsession with upper chakras while ignoring the roots nervous systems, presence, and living in reality instead of constantly escaping it why grounding is the foundation for healing, intuition, clarity, purpose, and real transformation We also talk about community and connection… because roots were never meant to grow alone. Nature already knows this. Trees communicate and support each other through the mycelium beneath the surface. The strongest roots are connected roots. And honestly? I think humanity has forgotten that. This conversation is an invitation to slow down, come back into your body, reconnect to what actually matters, and build a foundation strong enough to hold the life you say you want. Because grounding isn't what limits your spirituality. It's what allows it to become real. New episodes of Cacao Conversations drop weekly. Sip. Connect. Awaken. Hey! Thanks for listening! If you liked this episode, please send us a message. We'd love to hear from you!Your cup is full, your journey awaits. Let's sip, chat, and transform together. Find out more at https://www.bodyandsoulevents.love/ Julietta Wenzel Founder of Body & Soul Ministries, Julietta is a healer, guide, and visionary dedicated to helping others remember their true selves and step into their authentic power. With a background as a physical therapist turned spiritual practitioner, she combines individual healing sessions, sacred ceremonies, and transformative retreats to guide her community toward joy, fulfillment, and alignment. https://bodyandsoulministries.love/ Instagram: @bodyandsoulministries Dorice Ross Elder of Body & Soul Ministries, Dorice is a healer, educator, and guide devoted to supporting others in remembering their divinity and lived experience of Oneness. With a background in physical therapy and university-level teaching, her path has always bridged the body, mind, and spirit. Rooted in both psychology and energy healing, and inspired by diverse spiritual traditions, Dorice creates safe, compassionate spaces where healing unfolds naturally. Her work is guided by love, deep listening, and trust in the wisdom of Source.  Instagram: @rossdoriceShine bright and have a magical day!Julietta & Dorice

Claude AnShin Thomas - Zen Buddhist monk, combat veteran, and author - responds to questions in an inspiring manner based on his Zen practice and life experiences. He reminds the listener how to stay awake to life and understand more deeply the traps of a deluded mind. This episode was recorded during a weekly online meeting of questions & responses. For more information: https://www.zaltho.org If you want to ask Claude AnShin Thomas a question, please feel free to write to info@zaltho.org. Book recommendations:https://www.zaltho.org/books/ To support, please donate. If you are interested in a specific question, this is the list of questions that Claude AnShin responded to and the time stamps for those questions so that you can go directly to the topic that is of most interest to you. Questions and Time Stamps: 02:50  How do you know if you are in self-pity or just feeling bad? 07:47  How do you respond to someone who is crying but it seems out of context? 10:40  How does one take responsibility for one's own privileges? 21:55  When you first came to Buddhist practice, did you have a goal? 23:20  I experience great resistance. Why is this? 27:15  What are privileges for you? 34:27  What do you think when hearing the term "white privilege"?  37:00  What do you think is the root cause of defensiveness? 38:36  How does your finger (injury) react to cold weather? 40:30  Do you follow the progress of the Buddhist "Walk for Peace" in the USA? 45:20 Is suffering mostly self-created?

Habits we develop around work and leadership can serve to help us grow, or they can hold us back from growth. Many leaders unintentionally develop habits that feel like the right thing in the moment, but in the end actually undo progress and move things backwards in the cafe's operations, culture, and quality. Today we are going to dive into five habits that I have seen damage and hold back businesses countless times over. These are things I have personally engaged in many times throughout my career. Our goal here is to get you to recognize these habits, and replace them with healthy and helpful ones.  We discuss: Blaming and Complaining Rationalizing bad behavior Procrastination of decisions Glorifying chaos and dysfunction Uninformed comparison KEYS TO THE SHOP ALSO OFFERS 1:1 CONSULTING + COACHING! If you are a cafe owner and want to work one on one with me to bring your shop to its next level and help bring you joy and freedom in the process then email  chris@keystothshop.com of book a free call now:  https://calendly.com/chrisdeferio/30min    Related episodes:  Self-Awareness and Honesty It's not You, It's Me 419: Behaviors That Establish Excellent Management Culture

This episode is about authentic leadership, self-awareness, and the quiet ways competition undermines collaboration in the workplace. Traci sits down with Archana Mohan, Chief Operations and Technology Officer in the finance sector and author of The Thru Line: How Understanding Who You Are Empowers How You Lead.Archana holds a BA from Brown, an MA from Columbia, and an MBA from Yale, but her most formative credential might be what she's carried from classrooms and boardrooms alike: the experience of not quite feeling like she belonged, and choosing to build something different because of it.What We Cover:Why authentic leadership starts from the inside, not from a titleThe two types of self-awareness and why most leaders only develop one of themListening as the most undervalued skill in the workplaceHow school conditioned us to chase the right answer instead of ask better questionsWhy group impact is exponential, not just additiveWhat collaboration actually looks like versus what leaders often mistake for itThe key difference between competing with someone and competing against themWhy not having the answer is just as valuable as having oneHow creating space for others to be seen fully changes what a team can achieveConnect with Archana Mohan: Archanamo.net | LinkedIn | The Thru Line: How Understanding Who You Are Empowers How You Lead.Connect with Traci here: https://linktr.ee/HRTraciDisclaimer: Thoughts, opinions, and statements made on this podcast are not a reflection of the thoughts, opinions, and statements of the Company by whom Traci Chernoff is actively employed.Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products or services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

#223: You've done the therapy. You know your triggers. You can explain your attachment style, your nervous system, and your childhood wounds in perfect language. So why do you still feel stuck?We sit down with Meenu to talk about the shadow side of self-awareness and healing culture, especially in the age of social media where every emotion gets labeled and every pattern becomes content. We dig into how self-diagnosis can turn into identity attachment, why “I'm anxious” can quietly become a life sentence, and how small language shifts like “this is showing up for me right now” can create real room for change. We also get honest about the ways hyper self-awareness can become a form of control, pulling us into our heads and away from our bodies.From anxious attachment spirals to the difference between intuition and ego, we break down what it looks like to move from intellectualizing to embodiment. We talk about nervous system regulation, feeling your feelings instead of researching them, and how relationships work best when both people meet each other halfway without coddling or dismissing. We also explore how healing can turn into perfectionism, and why sometimes the most powerful move is to pause, zoom out, and let yourself live.If this conversation helps you, subscribe, share it with a friend who's deep in the self-improvement loop, and leave a review. What label are you ready to loosen your grip on?You can now send us a text to ask a question or review the show. We would love to hear from you! Support the showFollow me on social: https://www.instagram.com/babbles_nonsense/

On this episode of The Rewrite, I'm joined by Dr. Stephen Paul Edwards—author, speaker, and PhD in Spiritual Counseling. Stephen's work dives deep into the unconscious patterns that shape our relationships, our choices, and ultimately, our lives. But what makes this conversation so powerful is that it's not just theory—it's lived experience. We talk about what happens when you can no longer ignore the gap between who you think you are… and how you're actually showing up. From cycles of desire, secrecy, and emotional avoidance—to radical self-honesty and accountability—Stephen shares what it really takes to confront yourself and choose a different path forward. This episode explores:• Why we stay stuck in patterns that hurt us• The role of accountability in true healing• Understanding desire, attachment, and emotional dependency• What it means to rewrite your identity—not just your behavior Stephen also shares insights from his book, The Venus Fly Trap: Sex, Lies, and Repercussions—a raw and revealing look at the consequences of unconscious living and the power of choosing differently. If you've ever found yourself repeating patterns you don't fully understand… This conversation is for you.Follow Stephen: https://www.instagram.com/vft23_official/https://x.com/Stephen_Edwardzhttps://www.facebook.com/people/VFT23/61575468609762/https://www.linkedin.com/in/seemiracleshttps://www.tiktok.com/@vft23_official?lang=enhttps://vft23.com/

A full life isn't about the quantity of time, but the quality.Our lifespan might describe how long we live, but it doesn't say anything about how well we live. For that, Kerry Burnight says, we need a different measure: joyspan.Burnight is a gerontologist, former professor of geriatric medicine, and author of Joyspan: The Art and Science of Thriving in Life's Second Half. In her decades working with older adults, she noticed a gap: “I would have a lot of people who lived long lives and were in pretty darn good physical health. They were miserable.” That observation led her to dig into the research on well-being — and to find what it takes to enjoy a long life, not just endure one.In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Burnight joins host Matt Abrahams to explore her joyspan framework, explaining how growth, connection, adapting, and giving contribute to a full life. From changing the conversation around aging to communicating more effectively across generations, Burnight offers practical wisdom for living better at any age.Episode Reference Links:Dr. Kerry BurnightKerry's Book: JoyspanEp.176 From Stereotypes to Synergy: Communicating Across Generations Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedInChapters:(00:00) - Introduction (03:21) - Defining Joyspan (05:28) - The Joyspan Matrix (11:04) - Learning to Adjust (11:58) - The Power of Stories (15:39) - Internalized Ageism (18:41) - The Final Three Questions (26:00) - Conclusion ********Thank you to our sponsors.  These partnerships support the ongoing production of the podcast, allowing us to bring it to you at no cost.Strawberry.me. Get 50% off your first coaching session today at Strawberry.me/smartJoin our Think Fast Talk Smart Learning Community and become the communicator you want to be. 

What if the clarity you need for a difficult decision depends less on the decision itself and more on the state of awareness you are making it from?When you are under pressure, stressed, angry, uncertain, or caught in transition, your mind can contract and make your options feel limited. In this episode, my guest Richard Smith explores how your level of awareness shapes your thinking, your reactions, and your ability to respond with wisdom rather than impulse. Through his Orbits of Consciousness framework, he offers a practical way to understand why some decisions feel heavy and confusing, while others come from a place of calm, connection, and clarity.You will discover:How to distinguish between mindset and awareness so you can better understand where your thoughts and reactions are coming from.Why stress, fear, anger, and resentment can pull you into “lower orbits” of consciousness and reduce your ability to see options clearly.Simple practices, including pausing and using a two-to-three breathing rhythm, to help you shift into a calmer state before making important decisions.Listen to this episode to learn how to recognise the state you are making decisions from and access greater clarity and calm in moments of pressure or uncertainty.˚KEY POINTS AND TIMESTAMPS:01:40 - Meet Richard Smith and the Orbits of Consciousness03:05 - The personal search for self-understanding05:44 - The difference between mindset and awareness09:26 - Conscious awareness and returning to the present moment12:29 - Understanding the Orbits of Consciousness16:25 - How consciousness orbits the ego19:51 - Moving from stress and contraction into clarity23:44 - Responding instead of reacting28:21 - Making important decisions from a calmer state31:14 - Where to find Richard Smith and his work34:34 - Outro and practical action tip˚MEMORABLE QUOTE:"You are only a fraction of an inch of being in a much more happy, blissful, peaceful state."˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Richard's website: https://aphenomenallife.co.uk/˚Coaching with Agi: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/mentor˚

What if the secret to success isn't grinding harder… but learning how to become the best version of yourself first? In this episode of BizNinja Entrepreneur Radio, Timm Chiusano joins Tyler Jorgenson for a conversation that goes far beyond business strategy. Timm opens up about leaving a 25-year corporate career, building a personal brand with millions of followers, and discovering that the most valuable thing he could offer wasn't content or marketing expertise. It was perspective. From emotional intelligence and self-awareness to redefining success and creating a life that actually feels fulfilling, this episode is packed with the kind of wisdom that hits differently when you've been through a few seasons of life and business. Tyler and Timm also dive into parenting, social media, entrepreneurship, happiness, and why so many people are chasing goals they never stopped to question in the first place. If you've ever felt stuck between ambition and burnout, or wondered whether success is supposed to feel more meaningful than this, this conversation will challenge the way you think about work, growth, and yourself.     What You'll Learn Why Timm waited 25 years before starting his own business The unexpected social media comments that changed his life How emotional intelligence impacts leadership and long-term success Why self-awareness may be the most important business skill today The “value pyramid” framework Timm used before leaving corporate America How younger generations are redefining success and happiness Why most people skip the step of defining what they actually want The difference between your “daily best” and your true potential How kindness to yourself can improve your work, leadership, and relationships What entrepreneurship gave Timm beyond money or fame Chapters 00:00 Meet Corporate America's “Mr. Rogers” 00:40 Why Timm Still Doesn't Fully See Himself as an Entrepreneur 02:14 Building Creative Careers Inside Corporate America 04:06 Leaving Stability Behind to Build Something Bigger 04:35 The First Social Media Win That Actually Mattered 06:14 Thinking Like a Creator and a Marketing Executive 07:09 The “Value Pyramid” That Helped Timm Take the Leap 09:32 Helping People Become Kinder to Themselves 10:27 Why Corporate America Makes Life Harder Than It Needs to Be 12:21 The Power of Self-Awareness and Emotional Intelligence 14:15 Why Younger Generations Think About Success Differently 17:39 How Social Media Is Changing Self-Awareness 18:40 Happiness vs Achievement in Modern Life 19:38 Lessons Timm Wants the Next Generation to Learn 23:14 The Difference Between “Good Enough” and Your Real Best 24:41 Why Most People Never Define Their Dream Life 25:02 Timm's Upcoming Book and Emotional Intelligence School 27:16 Using Entrepreneurship to Create More Family Time 28:36 Where to Follow Timm Online

In this episode of the GaryVee Audio Experience, I talk about the biggest opportunity you have in the next 24 months: Live Social Shopping. I encourage you to do your homework and start selling on platforms like TikTok Shop and Whatnot. I also discuss how to prepare for the massive shift AI is bringing to every industry and why taking 100% accountability for your life is the only way to win. How to Start Selling on Live ShoppingWhy You Need 100 Hours of AI ResearchHow to Deal with Judgment or DisapprovalThe Importance of Self-Awareness in BusinessWhy You Should Maximize for Joy, Not Just MoneyYou'll learn about: