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Find the full transcript for this episode at ProsperousCoach.com/319.Other episodes recommended:#300 The Secret to Growing Quickly in Your Coaching Business#311 The Easiest Way to Thrive in Your Coaching BusinessCarol Dweck's TED Talk The Power of Believing That You Can Improve is mentioned.How do you currently feel about your chances of success?Those thoughts can make or break your actual experience but only if you believe what you're thinking and feeling right now.I've never met a person, who at some time, hasn't held themselves back from what they want with a fixed mindset.And that's because the brain is wired for negativity as a protection mechanism.But it's possible to rewire your brain to be your ally rather than your downfall.Do you believe that? That's the first step to developing a growth mindset.No doubt you've coached people with fixed mindsets to open their mind and change their point of view.Are you doing the same for yourself or finding someone who can help you with that?Let's talk about what a growth mindset is, why it gives you an amazing advantage and how you can go about shifting your mindset about whatever is holding you back right now from getting where you want to go.I'd love to hear from you. Stay inspired and make things happen! - Rhonda Hess, Prosperous Coach Rhonda Hess helps new coaches leverage their zone of genius into a profitable coaching niche and launch with confidence. For VIP step-by-step support apply for Rhonda's VIP Coaching Business Breakthrough Program here and she'll be in touch to invite you a discovery call. Or if you're stuck on your coaching niche, grab a Nail Your Niche Strategy Session with Rhonda here.

Join Kristen and Mike as they explore the world of courageous leadership through Brené Brown's groundbreaking book Dare to Lead. In this first part of a two-episode series, they unpack the myths surrounding vulnerability, the power of clear communication, and the importance of embracing discomfort in leadership. From discussing the "armory" we use to protect ourselves to examining the differences between armored and daring leadership styles, this episode offers practical insights for leaders at all levels. Whether you're struggling with perfectionism, battling imposter syndrome, or simply looking to lead with more authenticity, this conversation will challenge you to rethink your approach to leadership and inspire you to step into your own arena with courage.Highlights:Introduction to Brené Brown's "Dare to Lead" and its significance in leadership literatureExploration of the six myths of vulnerability and their impact on leadershipDiscussion of the "armory" and how it affects our ability to lead authenticallyBreakdown of 16 key differences between armored and daring leadership stylesExamination of the importance of clear communication and "painting done" for team alignmentInsights on the role of empathy, trust, and belonging in effective leadershipReflection on the challenges of balancing productivity with rest and recoveryAnalysis of the impact of shame and blame on organizational culturePersonal anecdotes from Kristen and Mike relating to their own leadership experiencesLinks & Resources Mentioned:Dare to Lead by Brené BrownDaring Greatly by Brené BrownRising Strong by Brené BrownBrené Brown's 2010 TED Talk (The Power of Vulnerability)The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der KolkSelf-Compassion by Kristin NeffExtreme Ownership by Jocko WillinkGood to Great by Jim Collins Relentless by Tim GroverLove and Leadership Episode #11 with Melissa JurkoicIn Your Face app for managing ADHD and meetingsGet your FREE 5 Day Leadership Reset Challenge guide here: https://llpod.link/challengePodcast Website: www.loveandleadershippod.comInstagram: @loveleaderpodFollow us on LinkedIn!Kristen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristenbsharkey/ Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-s-364970111/Learn more about Kristen's leadership coaching and facilitation services: http://www.emboldify.com

I know you don't just want to grow an audience for the sake of vanity metrics. You want to build a connected, loyal community that sees you as the go-to expert they can't wait to hire or buy from. You want the types of clients who aren't just looking for any option, but who want to invest in your solution. The way you do business. Your approach. Your magic. But, how the heck do you get noticed, KNOWN, and attract these kinds of clients when everyone online is saying the same thing? Join me in this week's episode, where I'm unpacking ONE Question to grow an obsessed audience & attract right-fit clients. In Episode 191, we jam on: exactly what your marketing needs to stand out online and build the kinds of relationships that allow you to command higher rates or fill out your group programs. understanding the kind of vulnerability that serves your audience and ONE Question to help you tap into the stories and lessons your people will connect with and most benefit from. the difference between marketing when you're growing to your first six-figures and the sweet spot for your content that helps you attract more right-fit clients who are ready to invest, want to buy from you, and supports you to double or triple your revenue.  Episode Links: Learn more and book Your Marketing Multiplied Strategy Intensive here Book a free coaching consultation here Join Kim's FB Group, Business Besties & Creative Bosses here Learn more about Kim: kimargetsinger.com Live replay: I *didn't* make more money this year: let's talk about it Brene Brown's TED Talk: The Power of Vulnerability

Nathan Spiteri Author of  Toy Cars joins us to talk about his Ted Talk The Power of One. Nathan is working hard to make a difference not only helping survivors but educating parents on how to protect their children from predators. It is a struggle and a journey but Nathan is making strides in getting his story out. Be sure and listen to his POWERFUL Ted Talk. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kevin-bolger4/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kevin-bolger4/support

John and Ruben dive deeper into their conversation as Ruben shares stories from his speaking engagements, his journey as a parent, and his successful ventures in business. Ruben also provides a sneak peek into his book, "The Shortcut: The Fastest Way to Achieve Your Goals," which imparts invaluable life lessons through inspiring stories of overcoming obstacles. This episode is all about facing fears, pursuing dreams, and achieving success through hard work and perseverance. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Highlights of Ruben's speaking engagements [02:21] - The importance of connecting with the audience [05:00] - Ruben's experience working at Chick-fil-A [08:51] - Ruben's prioritized family values [17:44] - Ruben's definition of success [19:09] - Ruben's #1 daily habit [21:48] - The role Ruben's faith plays in his business [23:42] - Ruben's approach to speaking engagements [25:00] - Misconceptions about introverted speakers [29:34] - The time when Ruben failed big and the result [32:48] - Mountaintop analogy for growth [35:06] - The connection between failure and growth [38:44] - Ruben's book "The Shortcut" [40:40] - Book recommendations NOTABLE QUOTES: "Success has nothing to do with fame or money or what you're driving unless it was your goal to be famous driving a sports car and be enriched. So success, to me, means I had a goal. I did my work, I reached by." "Life knocks you down; you know what we do? We pick ourselves up, dust ourselves off, and get back in the game. Because that's what champions do." "A great leader makes it fun, challenges their team, treats individuals differently, and always stays positive." "Very few people are willing to start at the bottom and make it to the top again. Don't be afraid to fail or get lazy. Step out of your comfort zone and improve." "Nothing grows in the comfort zone. If you want to grow, you need to embrace the struggles and challenges." "When you're willing to endure more pain and do what others won't, you can achieve great things." "Don't be afraid of the unknown. Step out of your comfort zone and face your fears." "Be grateful for the opportunities and the people who have instilled character and taught you how to dream." "Your life is a series of good things. Look for the blessings and opportunities that come your way." BOOKS MENTIONED: "The Shortcut: The Fastest Way to Achieve Your Goals" by Ruben Gonzalez (https://ruben-gonzalez.com/product/the-shortcut-book/) "Rudy: My Story" by Rudy Ruettiger (https://tinyurl.com/RudyMyStoryBook) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://ruben-gonzalez.com https://www.instagram.com/thelugeman/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruben-gonzalez-olympian/ https://www.facebook.com/thelugeman https://twitter.com/TheLugeMan https://ruben-gonzalez.com/product/the-shortcut-book/ Watch Ruben's TED Talk: The Power of Following the Leader CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com     Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen     Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen     Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen     LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen     YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA     EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/ 

John talks with Ruben Gonzalez — 4-time Winter Olympian in luge, speaker, author, husband, and dad. Ruben competed in 4 different Olympics over four decades (1988, 1992, 2002, 2010), setting the record for most Winter Olympics competed by a single athlete. He plans to compete in the 2026 Olympics in Milan at age 60 to become the oldest Winter Olympian. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Intro      [01:16] - Competing in the Olympics over four decades     [04:56] - Ruben's TED talk [11:27] - Ruben's backstory of becoming “The Luge Man” [14:34] - Ruben's high school soccer experience [16:12] - Ruben's determination to pursue his Olympic dream [23:24] - How Ruben supported himself between the Olympics with limited sponsorships [25:52] - Failing and crashing as part of learning and improving        [29:51] - Ruben's dream to make a movie [34:48] - How Ruben became a speaker [37:02] - How finding a mentor and coach helped Ruben improve and succeed [39:21] - The difference between mentors and coaches [42:35] - Ruben discusses his adventure trips NOTABLE QUOTES: “Study the lives of great people. You figure out what works and what doesn't work in life.”  “Perseverance is key. All these successful people, they were a bunch of hard heads, just like me.” “Follow your heart and take action. I quit my job and started my own business because I believed in myself.” “Success is not about being the strongest or the fastest. It's about perseverance and never giving up.” “Listen to the advice of mentors and coaches. When I finally started listening and applying what my coach said, I started improving and achieving incredible things.”  “You're never too old to pursue your dreams. I competed in the Winter Olympics in five different decades and became the oldest Winter Olympian in history because I listened and applied what my coach said.”  “If you give it all you got, then you know, the more you commit, the bigger the probability.” “I'd rather eat pasta in Milan, Italy than an egg roll in China. I'll be older and it'll make the story better.” “Don't use your age as an excuse. Just go for it and make your life an adventure.” “Failing is the only way we learn.” “You don't know what you don't know. You don't know what's gonna hurt you. Find someone who's been there.” “I might not be able to tell you everything to do. But I can tell you an awful lot of what not to do. And that honestly is sometimes more valuable.” USEFUL RESOURCES: https://ruben-gonzalez.com https://www.instagram.com/thelugeman/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruben-gonzalez-olympian/ https://www.facebook.com/thelugeman https://twitter.com/TheLugeMan https://ruben-gonzalez.com/product/the-shortcut-book/ Watch Ruben's TED Talk: The Power of Following the Leader CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com     Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen     Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen     Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen     LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen     YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA     EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/ 

We are excited to welcome conductor and educator extraordinaire, Jonathan Grantham to Changing Your Pattern! Dylan and Jonathan talk about being vulnerable as a leader, creating spaces that students can be creative, the importance/difficultly of reflection and so much more! Music Used in This Episode BRP Theme Music: Chasing Sunlight (Piano Version) by Cait Nishimura Arranged and performed by Brian Barber Episode Links Jonathan's Blog https://accidentalexpertise.wordpress.com/author/enobmort1974/ Amador Valley High Bands https://www.amadormusic.org/ Jonathan's Ted Talk | The Power of Staying https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=10qhnVDoNV0&t=670s&ab_channel=TEDxTalks

Anxiety comes up in a lot of areas of life. Even anxiety in the spiritual world is not an exception.With that said, I have a really big announcement to make on this podcast episode and it's a little anxiety provoking.Here is what to expect from today's episode:Teaching your body how to be safeFeeling the fear and doing it anywayBig announcement *wink wink*Resources in this episode:Brené Brown's Ted Talk - The Power of Vulnerability Rising Strong a book by Brené BrownListen to the Miracles Happen Fertility Podcast in Podbean!Join the Miracles Happen Community today!Sign-up for the Miracles Happen Newsletter and get monthly oracle readings!Watch my oracle readings on Youtube!Give yourself, or someone you love, the gift of Transcending Infertility Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5811542/advertisement

Time. It's simple but it is so important. Leaders have the unique ability to control their time. That's why it's so important to replace 'I didn't have time' to 'that project wasn't a priority'. Then sit back and reflect on what else you prioritized instead. Then reflect on whether you truly have your priorities straight.On today's episode, author and speaker Ash Davis joins host Bo McDonald. With failing health, Ash's father decided he wanted to write letters to various people who played important roles in his life. Those letters were eventually turned into Ash's book, A Life Through Letters. Today, Ash discusses the importance of time and finding out what priorities are important.Time Stamps:[1:25] - Leaders have the unique ability to be able to control their time.[2:00] - Instead of saying "I didn't have time" say "that wasn't a priority" then reflect on what you did instead.[5:20] - Ash introduces himself and tells us about his professional background.[7:00] - Bo recounts how he and Ash met.[8:00] - With his health failing and wanting to recap his life, Ash's father wrote letters to various people in his life.[14:00] - Young leaders should find people who speak the truth even when they don't want to hear it.[14:20] - The first letter in Ash's book, A Life Through Letters, is to a man nicknamed Stone Man.[17:00] - A lesson about empathy can be learned from the letter to the Stone Man.[19:30] - As we all age our perspective of each other changes.[21:31] - Ash reflects on which letter from his book is his favorite.[25:00] - Many readers have told Ash that his book has inspired them to write letters to people in their life.[28:15] - In a digital world, writing a letter can seem so permanent and the fear of making a mistake can scare people into not starting. [32:42] Ash wraps up with how to find him online.Links:A Life Through Letters by Ash DavisAsh's website: A Life Through LettersAsh's Ted Talk: The Power of Written Communication in a Technological Age

Interview with Joelle, a sexual abuse survivorOur next Survivor Story interview features Joelle. Shaunestte and Joelle discuss school sexual abuse. Joelle talks about being groomed and sexually abused by her high school choir teacher. She shares her experience of working through the trauma and getting to a point in her healing journey where she advocates for other survivors. Host- Shaunestte TerrellGuest- Joelle CasteixAbout JoelleJoelle is an author, journalist and speaker. She is a founding member of the Zero Abuse Project and has written several books on the topic of child sexual abuse. She was also a featured Ted Talk speaker. Links to her materials are below. Watch Joelle's Ted Talk: The Power of ResponsibilityJoelle's Books:  The Power of Responsibility                          The Well-Armored Child: A Parent's Guide to Preventing Sexual Abuse The Compassionate Response: How to help and empower the adult victim of child sexual abuse Scram: A Parent's Quick-Start Guide to Preventing, Identifying, and Ending BullyingJoelle on social media: Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn

When you have a team… mistakes are a part of the game.  No matter how catchy that sounds, or how easily I say that to you… it doesn't change how mistakes make you feel. If you're like me, you hate the CONSEQUENCES of mistakes. You know they will happen — because your team is human! But when you lose money, lose clients or lose trust…it's hard to roll with the punches. In this episode, you will learn how to navigate mistakes with your team.  In today's episode, we discuss:  Why CEOs would rather keep work on their plate than risk their team making mistakes The importance of teaching your team to try – even if it results in “failure” The foundation of trust, which includes responsibility, accountability and ownership When to develop and when to discipline your team The importance of pausing before you react to bad news Here are other resources I mention:  TED Talk - “The Power of Vulnerability,” Brené Brown FREE: 50 Things To Outsource to an EA Stay connected to Diary of a Doer:  Have you subscribed to my podcast? If the answer is no, I'd love for you to subscribe. Diary of a Doer is full of stories of business, some behind the scenes, and freaking amazing guests. If you're feeling really generous, I'd love for you to give me a review on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps me out a ton! If you like this episode, you may be interested in: 3 Ways to Change Your Money Mindset & Become A Better Leader (Season 3, Episode 14) Dear Inner Control Freak (Season 3, Episode 18) Imposter Syndrome: The Accidental Entrepreneur (Season 2, Episode 15)  Schedule a FREE strategy call!  A Leader's New Hire Checklist Connect with Priority VA Follow me at @Trivinia

I think vulnerability brings people together in beautiful ways, but when you lead a team, it's scary to show that side of yourself. You may wonder if your team will still respect your authority and see you as a confident, decisive person.  In today's episode, we discuss:  Why historically being “the strong one” prevents your vulnerability in leadership How vulnerability with others shines a light on your own insecurities – and why it might be hard to face those How to handle the fear of people's perceptions of you How to be vulnerable — with boundaries  Here are other resources I mention:  TED Talk - “The Power of Vulnerability,” Brené Brown FREE: 50 Things To Outsource to an EA Stay connected to Diary of a Doer:  Have you subscribed to my podcast? If the answer is no, I'd love for you to subscribe. Diary of a Doer is full of stories of business, some behind-the-scenes, and freaking amazing guests. If you're feeling really generous, I'd love for you to give me a review on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps me out a ton! If you like this episode, you may be interested in: 3 Ways to Change Your Money Mindset & Become A Better Leader (Season 3, Episode 14) Dear Inner Control Freak (Season 3, Episode 18) Imposter Syndrome: The Accidental Entrepreneur (Season 2, Episode 15)  Schedule a FREE strategy call!  A Leader's New Hire Checklist Connect with Priority VA Follow me at @Trivinia

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In this episode I talk about how we as wedding business owners are able to build a brand through sharing our authentic purpose, and to do this how vulnerability plays an intrinsic part in building that human connection with our audience. Inspired by Brene Brown's inspirational Ted Talk - The Power of Vulnerability, I delve into the details around why we have to grow our courage and see the beauty in our vulnerability as the human being we are. I share how 'human connection is the new currency' in the online world we live, and clarify why sharing regular insights into your world and enabling them to connect with your authentic self will make the difference when it comes to your clients selecting you, over other vendors within your wedding niche. There are also a couple of activities to get stuck into, so enjoy!!Resources: - Download your FREE 'Who Do You Serve?' Activity Book today and clarify who you serve, and position yourself as the 'go-to' wedding business for your client community. - Visit my Website weddingbusinessgrowthcoach.com- Follow me on Instagram @weddingbusinessgrowthcoach - Follow me on Facebook Wedding Business Growth Coach - Subscribe to my YouTube Channel

This Episode:  Identifying ourselves through reflection is the first step to confronting internal challenges and eventually exposing our superpowers. Persevering through the discomfort, we discover the true meaning of collateral beauty and can celebrate ourselves the way that we want to be witnessed. Key Takeaways: These are ours, what are yours? Leaning into the difficult conversation plants a seed that blooms greater than the discomfort it took to plant it. The true joy of life doesn't come from IPOs and Unicorns, but instead from our moments of deep connection. Realizing the way you want to be witnessed by connecting with your passions. Speakers: Rebeca Huang: Rebeca Hwang's past and current experiences as an innovator, inventor, educator, entrepreneur, and venture capital investor allow her to aid in creating and scaling ecosystems for new global innovators and entrepreneurs. Her expertise also helped her co-found and manage Kalei Ventures, which invests in early-stage technology start-up companies based in Latin America. Rebeca completed her BS, MEng, Chemical Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and her Ph.D. from Stanford University. She is a professor in the Thunderbird School of Global Management and senior director for Thunderbird's Center for Global Entrepreneurship and Family Business. Fisayo: Olufisayo Abiodun is a second-year MBA candidate at the W. P. Carey School of Business. After landing a fully-funded scholarship to study for her program in the United States, she started a YouTube channel where she documents her life as an international student navigating life abroad and shares tips for prospective students to secure full scholarships as well, knowing the challenges many face in the application process. Prior to getting her MBA, she worked full time with PwC as a consultant and doubled as Creative Director of her fashion business; Gracie Abby. During her time at PwC, she gained distinct technical and relational skills having participated in, and managed several tax consulting engagements for 5 years. Fisayo believes that there is purpose in her creativity and so she makes daily efforts to improve herself whilst being a valuable member of her community. Tallinn: Tallinn is a graduating senior from the Barrett, The Honor's College at Arizona State University and will be continuing his education next year to earn a masters in global management from the Thunderbird School of Global Management. At only 21 years old he is already an inventor, entrepreneur, engineer, and a tenacious problem solver. Driven by an intense desire to add value and empower others, he championed his first major entrepreneurial endeavor in college to create a handicapable wetsuit for paraplegic scuba divers. He is passionately curious about creating communities and sustainable systems of cross-functional communication to empower alignment, community, and connection. Resources Mentioned: Rebeca's Ted Talk “The Power of Diversity Within Yourself”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ovKqmRyOGcg&ab_channel=TED Rebeca's website with more info:  https://isearch.asu.edu/profile/3585726 Connect further: https://www.linkedin.com/company/heart-hard-work

Kevin Cornelio holds a degree in Psychology, as well as Professional Coaching certifications from iPEC, one of the world's premier life coach training schools. He spent several years in the fields of behavioral analysis, sales, and business management before starting his life coaching practice, which he now maintains part-time, while writing his first novel.    As an empath and Highly Sensitive Person, Kevin's life is a continuous journey of immersive learning about the mental, physical, and spiritual connections among living beings. Kevin embraces and explores those connections primarily from New Jersey, where he resides with his wife, their two pets, and their first child on the way.  You can connect with Kevin on: Website - Find Our True North Website - Vets For Life Podcast - Have a Little Faith LinkedIn Instagram   Resources/People Mentioned:  Big 5 Personality Traits - OCEAN iPEC - Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching Bill Gates The Marshmallow Test & Delayed Gratification  Michael DeSanti The 48 Laws of Power, by Robert Greene Quiet, by Susan Cain Derek Jeter Toastmasters Quiet Revolution - Susan Cain's Website Susan Cain's TED Talk - The Power of Introverts  Awakened Empath, by Aletheia Luna The Highly Sensitive Person, by Elaine Aron Elaine Aron 100 Days of Rejection Therapy Mahatma Gandhi Eleanor Roosevelt Steven Spielberg JK Rowling Meryl Streep Brene Brown The Power of Vulnerability, by Brene Brown Think and Grow Rich, by Napoleon Hill  Simon Sinek Start with Why, by Simon Sinek Simon Sinek TED Talk - How Great Leaders Inspire Action

In this solo episode, I talk about vulnerability, why we're afraid of it and also how to embrace the power of it. Vulnerability makes us uncomfortable, yet it is the only path to courage and more meaningful relationships. Allowing in more vulnerability in the workplace, is creating the right environment for creativity and innovation to thrive.  I share some of the findings from Brené Brown's research on vulnerability. Her work is absolutely fascinating. Below are the references I mention: Ted Talk- The Power of Vulnerability  Brené Brown - The Gifts of Imperfection Brené Brown - Daring Greatly Join my on Instagram @manalbernoussi or Linkedin, I'd love to hear your feedback.

I cannot speak highly-enough about Brené Brown and her work to be vulnerable, courageous, and transform our lives-- to shine bright as radiant exemplars. She is an amazing person, and her latest book Braving the Wilderness exemplifies her passion and life's work. There are so many resources to look more into Brené's work, but here is just a sampling: Ted Talk: The Power of Vulnerability Optimize Philosopher Notes on Daring Greatly https://brenebrown.com/ Want more books on similar topics? You may like Do It Scared, The Pursuit of Perfect, and The Flight of the Hummingbird Find this book and other great books from Zoo-notable at your local library: https://www.worldcat.org/libraries Support ZooFit and future projects and stay updated with exciting offers and opportunities: Join the ZooFit Pride on Patreon and Facebook and ZooFit online --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Women receive mixed messages to be authentic but also to conform, fall in line, fit in. It's a challenging tightrope to walk but we have solutions. In this episode, learn how to discover your own authenticity, and then how to FLEX so that you can contribute at work in a way that reflects who you are.   Subscribe!  Time-stamped show notes are below.    Intro 2:10 Women are told to be authentic but also to conform 2:29 We need to stop trying to change women 3:00 Mixed signals start at birth 5:05 Girls are trained to smile, be pleasant, play well with others 6:00 Sometimes we don't know who we are   Episode Breakdown 6:19 In today's episode we will discuss: What is authenticity and what are tips for you to best discover who you are Why is authenticity at work critical  How can you navigate between being authentic and the pressure to conform or fit in 6:40  Tracy J. Edmonds author of Wild Hair   Tips to Discover Your Authenticity 9:20  Definitions of authentic Webster's definition 10:35 Uncover authenticity by asking who or what you trust what you cherish what brings meaning and purpose to your life what gives you peace Dr. Nithila Peter of eiLeads 12:45 (Cathy), 16:12 (Deborah) Who or what you trust answers 18:22 (Deborah), 19:50 (Cathy) What do you cherish answers 22:20 (Cathy), 24:40 (Deborah) What brings meaning and purpose to your life answers 28:25 (Deborah), 29:28 (Cathy) What gives you peace answers 30:46 (Cathy), 32:05 (Deborah) 3 characteristics or values  35:05 Strengths Finder by Tom Rath 35:30 Women have to prove themselves over and over again How to Understand Unconscious Bias So We Can See Women   Why Authenticity Matters at Work 36:36 Inauthenticity akes you feel uncomfortable 36:58 Story of friend rated poorly because she was being authentic 38:15 ⅓ employees feel pressure to conform How to Be More Authentic at Work by Dr. Patricia Hewlin 38:30 Examples are: -parents downplay importance of parenting -employees won't wear clothing reflecting their religion  -people stay silent on social justice issues  -people don't speak up about inequity or workplace microaggressions 38:58 We learn when to smile, frown, nod How to Be More Authentic at Work by Dr. Patricia Hewlin 39:27 Being authentic improves marketing skills   How to Express Authenticity - Flexing 40:20 What is flexing 40:38 Tips for those early in career  40:52 Tips for interviews 41:40 Using authenticity to nudge culture in the right direction  42:01 Examples: -Don't like sports -Social justice issue matters to you -Challenges with parenting 42:28 Tip for allies 42:45 Flex through vulnerability 42:50 What is vulnerability Books by Dr. Brene Brown 43:30 Dr. Brene Brown 2010 Ted Talk: The Power of Vulnerability 43:44 Vulnerability births innovation, creativity, change Vulnerability is the birthplace of creativity, innovation, and change by Dr. Brene Brown 44:35 Importance of: Sharing new ideas at work Disagreeing with someone at work Admitting that you made a mistake 46:36 Risks of flexing authenticity 47:40 Leaders should model authenticity   48:20 Parity in Play 48:34 Afghan women and girls CSIS article 48:54 Girls barred from secondary school BBC article 49:10 Unconscious bias in the US How to Understand Unconscious Bias So We Can See Women Unconscious Bias: Hidden Forces Undermining Women at Work   Where You Can Find Us Website: www.par-ity.com  Follow us on Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn Co-Hosts: Deborah Pollack-Milgate and Cathy Nestrick  Contributor: Dr. Nithila Peter of eiLeads Email CathyAndDeborah@par-ity.com with questions or comments

Hey Everyone,In today's episode, we are joined by Jo Rawbone. Jo officially “discovered” she was an introvert when she completed a Myers Briggs profile in 1989. She'd always known that she was different from many of her peers, friends, and family and now she knew why. But whilst this enhanced her self-awareness, it didn't give her the tools to manage being an introvert in a world that is largely biased towards extroverts.Jo's personal experience throughout her more than 26 years as a trainer and consultant, working with thousands of international clients afforded her the opportunity to witness just how problematic this bias can. Thus, began a mission: to champion the cause of introverts and promote positive action to address the ‘extraversion bias', a mission that took her to the TEDx stage in 2019. In this episode, we talk about:How Jo became mad enough to start her mission of helping introverts flourishWe explore what an introvert is, and the many myths and misconceptions about what it actually means to be an introvertJo shares that in her experience of supporting introverts it's incredibly common to hear a statement we hear a lot on the show, “I'm just not a confident person”The topic of fear shows up and Jo shares her equation for managing fear in order to take actionThe story of how Jo came to name her inner critic and her inner advocate and how this has supported her own growth and developmentWhat it means to be an introvert in a world that expects everyone to speak up and say what they are thinkingWe hear Jo use some incredible language to describe the work she does including the idea of being a “Corporate Disruptor”The decades of people being told they need to be someone else or something different, and how that may have led to countless individuals struggling to be themselvesThe difference between, acting as if, vs. faking it until you make and how this relates to confidenceHow Jo supports teams and individuals to understand where the boundaries and edges of their comfort zones are in order to develop and improve What a fascinating episode, we hold no boundaries when it comes to where our conversations take us, and this episode is no different. There is so much to learn and take from this episode, whether you can relate to being an introvert or not, this episode has something for us all to learn and take away. If you enjoy the podcast, please SUBSCRIBE and leave a review. Even better, please feel free to share with anyone you feel would value from the information we provide. For more information on Jo visit,Website: www.flourishingintroverts.comTedx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QD7GXMeH4yI&t=243sResourcesSusan Cain: ​​https://www.quietrev.com/author/susan-cain/Ted Talk: The Power of Introverts https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c0KYU2j0TM4Book: Quiet by Susan Cain https://amzn.to/3u1jdFaFor more information about Kerry's work visit,Website: https://www.kerryhearsey.com   For more information about Adams work visit,Website: My Coach For Life | Life beyond limits

Putting yourself out there isn't always a super comfortable thing, but for those of us running a business, we know it's part of the package. In this episode we'll share our own personal experiences with being vulnerable, (and what that actually means), plus share our perspectives on the question of sharing and how much is too much?Points Discussed in this Episode Our public versus private selves Judgement, criticism, and consequences The fear or hesitancy with sharing parts of our lives Vulnerability, what's fake and what's real? When it comes to sharing, how much is too much? Mentioned in this episode: Ted Talk - The Power of Vulnerability - Brené BrownBrené Brown: The Call to Courage (2019) - Netflix I Thought It Was Just Me: Women Reclaiming Power and Courage in a Culture of Shame by Brené BrownThank you so much for joining us for this episode where we share our own experiences answering the question: How much is too much?Don't forget to follow or subscribe to Nicole & Kate Can Relate for more episodes like this one! Our mission with this podcast is to share a candid convo one time per week to help provide love, support, and space for women to share without judgement, speak without hesitation, and learn from each other - even when we don't agree.

Goal-setting seems pretty straight forward. You build a vision around what you want and then you take action. But what if you're achieving goal after goal after goal so you don't have to feel? And what happens when you finally wake up to the trauma you've been repressing for years? How do you approach goal-setting in a new way? How do you set intentions and stay fully present? On this episode of Destined to Be, we discuss why it's easy to set external goals but challenging to turn inward, describing the value of checking in with yourself often and ask if what you're working toward still feels good. We explain why you can't experience true transformation until you start processing your repressed feelings and share what we're learning about seeing vulnerability as a strength. Listen in for insight on what to do if your partner lacks empathy, compassion and kindness—and learn how to navigate goal-setting and embrace rest while you're unraveling trauma. Key Takeaways   How Jeremiah's approach to goals has shifted since his spiritual awakening Why it's easy to set external goals but more challenging to turn inward Mallory's advice on checking in with yourself often to ask if what you're working toward still feels good Why we can't set goals from a low vibration or mindset of lack How Jeremiah couldn't experience true transformation until he started processing his repressed feelings How men and women experience and respond to feelings differently Why it's crucial to listen and receive your partner's needs What to do if your significant other lacks empathy, compassion and kindness What we're learning about how empathy is the antidote to shame What it looks like when a man is operating at the highest levels of masculine energy Why vulnerability is a strength (despite what society teaches us) How our relationship is thriving now that we're both willing to be vulnerable How it's okay to not know your purpose and explore what lights you up Connect with Jeremiah & Mallory Destined to Be Podcast Destined to Be on Instagram Jeremiah on Instagram Mallory on Instagram Level Up Entourage Facebook Group Text LEVEL UP to 586-600-8492 Resources Brene Brown's Netflix Special: The Call to Courage Brene Brown's TED Talk: The Power of Vulnerability Entrepreneurial Operating System for Business Register for Mallory's Fall Level Up Wait List

Business growth is less about the administrative part and more about connecting to others,  and, that's right, building a community.  Communities are the cornerstone of every small business and when they are solid and impactful, they can help you reach more people with less effort, as well as create spaces where community members feel close to each other and can create a network between them, just like our amazing Facebook group! In this episode, Pam tells us why vulnerability works to fulfill business needs, and Jane shares some of her experience using vulnerability to create engaging storytelling. Today we discuss: [01:29] The three main components to building a community  [02:00] Vulnerability and business needs. How to be more human to connect with your audience. [19:30] Jane shares a great example of vulnerability and storytelling. [25:05] Exercises to build up a more personal tone for your posts. [27:37] Why vulnerability helps to grow a community.   Resources mentioned in this episode: One of our main references for this episode is writer and Houston University professor, Brené Brown. We took some knowledge from her books and TED Talk that you can find right below:   TED Talk: The Power of Vulnerability. Watch it https://www.ted.com/talks/brene_brown_the_power_of_vulnerability (here). Books: Daring Greatly: How the Courage to be Vulnerable. Find it https://www.amazon.com/-/es/dp/B07DX6TNR1/ref=sr_1_1?__mk_es_US=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91&crid=2FWYIEWJ1JT32&dchild=1&keywords=brene+brown&qid=1623760209&sprefix=brene+bro%2Cdigital-text%2C350&sr=8-1 (here). The Gifts of Imperfection. Find it https://www.amazon.com/-/es/Bren%C3%A9-Brown/dp/159285849X/ref=sr_1_2?__mk_es_US=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91&crid=2FWYIEWJ1JT32&dchild=1&keywords=brene+brown&qid=1623760209&sprefix=brene+bro%2Cdigital-text%2C350&sr=8-2 (here).   Vulnerability is closely related to mindset and the best CEOs know this very well, so Do you think like a CEO? Our goal is to help you prepare for the hard work that is scaling your business, and this episode is all about that! Are you ready to do this? Take our http://www.flourish.biz/think (free assessment )now and find it out!  We promise there are no wrong answers. Take the assessment and tell us, do you think like a CEO?   Thank you for listening to this episode of Flourish+Grow to CEO! We hope you've taken note of all of these metrics into account and you are able to check some goals in your half-year review. You are doing amazing!    Don't forget to rate and subscribe to this podcast on the platform you prefer and leave us a comment in the comment section of https://flourish.biz/podcast/e24/ (this episode's post) telling us what was your favorite part from today's episode. We would love to hear from you!   Would you like to be a guest on our podcast or simply say hi? Head over to our Contact page or follow us onhttps://www.instagram.com/flourishandgrowtoceo/ ( Instagram), https://www.facebook.com/flourishandgrowtoceo/ ( Facebook), andhttps://www.pinterest.fr/flourishandgrowtoceo/ ( Pinterest) to get more useful insights and tips to flourish and grow as the best CEOs. 

I'm so happy to be back for Season 2 of Meet Me Where You Are! This episode I talk a little bit about my Yin Yoga training up until this point with Yoga Training School YogaRenew and how Yin is a slow process of opening and stretching the connective tissues in the body, which can also lead to an emotional release. Through the strength of vulnerability, we can hold our emotions as they are without judgement. I will provide you with a brief guided meditation on vulnerability. References:Daring Greatly by Brene BrownBrene Brown's Ted Talk: The Power of Vulnerability Guided Meditation: Dr. Beth Patterson Music:Intro/Outro: Where Are We going by Aaron KellimMeditation music: Walking In Forests by Ben Winwood Visit me over at Zen Lab. I'd love to meet you.

On this week's episode of the Vibrant Leadership Podcast, we speak with William Sparks. He has been a Professor and Chair at the McColl School of Business at Queens University of Charlotte for fourteen years and is the bestselling author of Actualized Leadership. He has taught and coached leaders across a range of industries to become more effective and impactful in their roles.Will says, “Self-actualization is about realizing your unique potential and purpose. The only way you can effectively do that is to have the courage to face, and even embrace, your darkness. And by that, I mean the side that you go to under stress; I call it your leadership shadow. When you are aware of that, and you acknowledge it, and you give those that you work with permission to call it out when they see it, it's a powerful transformation that occurs not just for the individual, but for the entire organization.”We chat about company culture when a leader is under stress, as well as: The three sequences of self-actualization Reaching your highest potential Coming to terms with your leadership shadow Nine attributes/characteristics of self-actualized leaders And more Mentioned in this episode: William Sparks' Upcoming book, Actualized Teamwork, Managing Shadows www.alpfree.com for a free assessment Text willsparks to 36260 for the free app Will's Ted Talk: The Power of Self Awareness on Ted.com Will website: www.drwillsparks.com

This is the podcast where each week we'll meet a guest who’ll help us pay attention to something we should know about, but maybe don’t. In this week's episode we’re talking about comparison; how people react to comparison, the different types of comparison, when comparing ourselves can become a problem and how to retrain our brains around comparison. Lucy Sheridan is the world's first and only comparison coach, after finding comparison becoming an issue in her own life. She has been described as the Queen of self-worth and teaches work shops as well as offering private coaching. She also gives some amazing nuggets of information and tips on her social media accounts and released her manual to help deal with comparison 'The Comparison Cure' in 2019. If you want to learn more, here's where to find Lucy, and her recommendations: Instagram: @lucysheridan Twitter: @lucysheridan Website: proofcoaching.com Something to read: Lucy Sheridan - The Comparison Cure: How to be less "them" and more "you" Something to watch: Brené Brown's Ted Talk - The Power of Vulnerability Something to listen to: Gay Hendricks audiobook - The Big Leap Get involved and join in the conversation: Follow @gemmastyles and send in your messages and questions to goodinfluencepod@gmail.com

Episode 10 - Book Review of Quiet, by Susan CainEpisode Notes:Quote: “If there is only one insight you take away from this book…I hope it’s newfound sense of entitlement to be yourself.”TED Talk: The Power of Introverts Website: quietrev.com The Rise of the Extrovert Ideal - We went from being a “culture of character in the 19th century to becoming a”culture of personality” in the 20th…In a big city full of strangers, making a good first impression was a necessity for success. A magnetic, out-going personality was how you got your foot in the door.Downsides of the Extrovert Ideal:1. We marginalize a large and valuable segment of our population.2. We devalue traditional virtues3. We equate extroversion with good leadership.4. We lose the benefit of large number of good ideas.5. We practice methodologies which blunt our ability to think creatively and problem-solve.6. We have neglected historic and rewarding practicers of the spiritual life.Free-trait Theory - “Fixed traits and free traits coexist…we can and do act out of character in the service of ‘core personal projects.’ In other words, introverts are capable of acting like extroverts for the sake of work they consider important, people they love or anything they value highly.”Our society is best served when we respect and give honor to both sides of this temperament spectrum.Some Take-aways:1. Operate outside your comfort zone but find ways to recharge in a “restorative niche.”2. Invest in quality friendships with those you like and respect. It’s not quantity but quality that counts.3. Find work where you can use your natural gifts and strengths - persistence, concentration, problem-solving and creativity.4. f you’re a manager, remember that 1/3-1/2 of your work-force is probably introverted. Think twice about how you design your office spaces…ask employees to solve problems alone before sharing their ideas.5. In conflict, tap into your empathy. Listening with understanding is the most natural place to start.6. If your children are quiet, help them make peace with new situations and new people, but otherwise, let them be themselves.7. Teachers, quiet kids do not need to be “cured.” Balance teaching methods.8. Spend your free time the way you like, not the way youth you’re supposed to.Note: In the back of the book there is Reader’s Discussion Guide and additional tips: Public Speaking for Introverts and Tips for Parents of an Introverted Child

Father Len explains why guilt is a good and shame is evil. Highlights, Ideas, and Wisdom Father Len reacts to the pain and suffering inflicted on Tarana Burke, founder of the “Me Too Movement,” by the shame she felt after being raped and sexually molested as a child. Shame is evil because it mars the image of our being made in the image of God and crushes our self-worth. Shame is dangerous and correlates to increased incidence of addiction, eating disorders depression, and suicide. Guilt is about amending our behavior and increasing our self-worth. Guilt is a tool for self-improvement; becoming more loving, more kind, more patient. Shame is a tool of oppression, racism, and sexism. Guilt is based on love and shame is based on evil. Father Len shares a fun story about catching kids stealing dark chocolate from him to illustrate why guilt is good and guilt and shame are not the same. Religion should be a force for inflicting guilt and healing shame. Both guilt and shame make us feel bad, but for different reasons. Guilt makes us feel bad because we realize we could have done something better. Shame makes us feel bad because some horrific event causes us to define ourselves as trash. Brené Brown’s podcast: “Unlocking Us” Brené Brown’s TED Talk: “The Power of Vulnerability” Shame loves to hide in the dark and doesn’t like being named. Privately and sadly, the lives of many people are controlled by shame. Healing shame is not easy, but working through the process brings wisdom, compassion, and joy. The Catholic Church is like a good mother who teaches her children guilt to help them grow and become better and more loving human beings.

I know you care so much. I know you’re here to make an impact.  And I ALSO know you feel this pull to speak, for your voice and your message to be heard.  A lot of people in my community have at least a touch of Sensitive Soul Messenger in them.  Empathic, caring, big heart… yet not sharing their message as much as they could because they second-guess what they post and hover with their finger over publish… or get stuck over-polishing forever. But did you know that you can be the Sensitive Soul AND also another Messenger Archetype? Often people come to me and say they got one result on my quiz and their answers feel like deep truth, but they also FEEL one of the other Archetypes.  In episode #167, I talk about the nuances and variations of what it means to be a Sensitive Soul Messenger.  I’ll help you identify which kind of Sensitive Soul Messenger YOU are, even if your results on my Messenger Archetypes quiz said you were a different Archetype.  Because none of us are just ONE thing. We’re complex. And those complexities are what make you a uniquely powerful Messenger.  Listen in. Deeper support from me: Join the FREE 5-day Message Clarity Challenge to cut through the noise and calls in your people…without having to change who you are. Starts September 21st, 2020!  What’s your Messenger Archetype? Take the quiz. My fall Messenger Mastermind is now enrolling! It’s for women coaches ready to feel solid in their messaging and grow a movement that matters ~ both to the world and to their business’ bottom line. Limited spots. As a Copywriter + Messaging Expert, I craft copy that makes your dream clients feel SEEN and conveys the true value and impact of your work so that it moves them to sign up. Interested? I’d love to chat. Links from the Episode: My vanlife vlog “The Dobervan” #132 [The Sensitive Soul] Courageously Taking a Stand  #129 Which Messenger Archetype Are You? #166 Blocked? Get in Flow with Your Messaging #165 My Tool to Write Sales Copy that Moves Your People to Tears Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World that Can’t Stop Talking by Susan Cain Susan Cain’s TED Talk “The Power of Introverts” Which kind of Sensitive Soul Messenger are you? Listen to the episode then let me know in the comments over on Instagram. Warmth, Adria

Mentioned in this episode: Malcom Gladwells' Outliers. Carol Dweck Growth Mindset Briceño TED Talk The Power of belief -- mindset and success Dave Ramsey - Smart Money, Smart Kids Love Letter Game Share other Ideas at cooldadspodcast@gmail.com or leave a voicemail at the link below: --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cooldads/support

Marketer-slash-cartoonist and founder of Marketoonist Tom Fishburne joins us to discuss the overlooked role of humor in marketing. We discuss the importance of empathy, the respect in vulnerability, and the power of connection in laughing at ourselves–especially during times of crisis. “Particularly when humor comes from leadership, it's disarming. If a leader is allowed to be vulnerable and self-deprecating, it creates a culture where others in the organization can do so, too.” Don't be afraid to start small–that's the best way to do it. Once you're able to practice empathy and humor within yourself, and to share that with your team and the culture of your company, it becomes natural to share it with your customers. We'd like to thank Tom once again for a great discussion. Check out all 18 years of Tom's brilliant cartoons at marketoonist.com, check out his TED Talk The Power of Laughing at Ourselves, and follow him here: Twitter: @tomfishburne Instagram: @marketoonist Facebook: @Marketoonist

How to Be Authentic and Live Confidently as Yourself   1:19 How to Be Authentic 17:03 Being Authentic with Sarah Dubbeldam 41:10 Encouragement: God Did Not Create You to Berate You Resources 2020 Business Boutique Goal Planner Get going on your goals and make 2020 your best year yet! Order the new Business Boutique 2020 Goal Planner at BusinessBoutique.com/Planner and use the code BBPLANNER to receive Christy's Setting Goals video that you can watch right now! If you have a success story you would like to share with the Business Boutique community, email me at podcast@businessboutique.com. New podcast episodes are available every other week. Be confident in your authenticity, even when life and other people try to push you around or tell you to be someone you're not. A couple of years ago, I was asked to write an article for a very professional publication. Their readers are intellectuals, academics, and probably more conservative and elite. So, you can imagine my surprise that they wanted me-someone who prefers to be more casual and down to earth-to write an article for them about starting a business. I submitted the article and was a little surprised when they came back with feedback that the tone of my writing was "too chatty." I was like, Really? You're surprised by that? Have you not heard me speak, read my blogs, or listened to one of my podcasts? Because that tone is actually my entire brand! I remember thinking, If you don't want chatty, then you probably don't want me. Related: Ep 86: Be More Confident by Believing in Yourself I felt like this publication wanted me to be someone I wasn't. They wanted me to write like an academic with big fancy words, and that's just not how I write, talk or connect with people. Thankfully, we ended up getting to a good place where they felt like the article met their standards and could be published while staying true to my voice. But it was really eye-opening for me to realize how important it is to not only be authentic, but to be confident in that authenticity, even when life and other people try to push you around or tell you to be someone you're not. That's why today I want to walk you through how to be authentic in your daily life. This is going to help you not only be authentic, but also remain authentic no matter who tries to push you around. Let's jump right in . . . How to Be Authentic 1. Be vulnerable. Let me go ahead and start by saying this is not my idea. Brené Brown introduced this idea of vulnerability years ago with her book Daring Greatly and her TED Talk "The Power of Vulnerability." It's a brilliant concept that says, as we step out in vulnerability-as we open ourselves up, not just to pain but also to love-we're able to have deeper connections and a deeper sense of confidence in who we really are. As an Enneagram eight, vulnerability is really hard for me. So often I want to put up a tough exterior like I've got it all together. But the truth this: Authenticity is about trueness, and you can't live your truest self without being vulnerable. If you're always holding back a piece of yourself or hiding behind a tough exterior, how can you become who God created you to be? That's why vulnerability is so important when it comes to being authentic. 2. Tell the truth. There are two extremes when it comes to telling the truth: There are those who never share the truth, and those who refuse to accept the truth. Those who never want to share the truth lack the ability to be vulnerable. They want to act like everything is always great, so when someone asks how they're doing-even if they're going through a hard time or their kids are driving them crazy-their response is always, "Oh, I'm fine. I'm doing great." The other extreme are those who downplay or don't acknowledge when things are going well in their lives. You know, this person: You give them a compliment about a beautiful...

How to Be Authentic and Live Confidently as Yourself   1:19 How to Be Authentic 17:03 Being Authentic with Sarah Dubbeldam 41:10 Encouragement: God Did Not Create You to Berate You Resources 2020 Business Boutique Goal Planner Get going on your goals and make 2020 your best year yet! Order the new Business Boutique 2020 Goal Planner at BusinessBoutique.com/Planner and use the code BBPLANNER to receive Christy’s Setting Goals video that you can watch right now! If you have a success story you would like to share with the Business Boutique community, email me at podcast@businessboutique.com. New podcast episodes are available every other week. Be confident in your authenticity, even when life and other people try to push you around or tell you to be someone you're not. A couple of years ago, I was asked to write an article for a very professional publication. Their readers are intellectuals, academics, and probably more conservative and elite. So, you can imagine my surprise that they wanted me—someone who prefers to be more casual and down to earth—to write an article for them about starting a business. I submitted the article and was a little surprised when they came back with feedback that the tone of my writing was “too chatty.” I was like, Really? You’re surprised by that? Have you not heard me speak, read my blogs, or listened to one of my podcasts? Because that tone is actually my entire brand! I remember thinking, If you don't want chatty, then you probably don't want me. Related: Ep 86: Be More Confident by Believing in Yourself I felt like this publication wanted me to be someone I wasn't. They wanted me to write like an academic with big fancy words, and that's just not how I write, talk or connect with people. Thankfully, we ended up getting to a good place where they felt like the article met their standards and could be published while staying true to my voice. But it was really eye-opening for me to realize how important it is to not only be authentic, but to be confident in that authenticity, even when life and other people try to push you around or tell you to be someone you're not. That's why today I want to walk you through how to be authentic in your daily life. This is going to help you not only be authentic, but also remain authentic no matter who tries to push you around. Let’s jump right in . . . How to Be Authentic 1. Be vulnerable. Let me go ahead and start by saying this is not my idea. Brené Brown introduced this idea of vulnerability years ago with her book Daring Greatly and her TED Talk “The Power of Vulnerability.” It's a brilliant concept that says, as we step out in vulnerability—as we open ourselves up, not just to pain but also to love—we’re able to have deeper connections and a deeper sense of confidence in who we really are. As an Enneagram eight, vulnerability is really hard for me. So often I want to put up a tough exterior like I've got it all together. But the truth this: Authenticity is about trueness, and you can’t live your truest self without being vulnerable. If you’re always holding back a piece of yourself or hiding behind a tough exterior, how can you become who God created you to be? That’s why vulnerability is so important when it comes to being authentic. 2. Tell the truth. There are two extremes when it comes to telling the truth: There are those who never share the truth, and those who refuse to accept the truth. Those who never want to share the truth lack the ability to be vulnerable. They want to act like everything is always great, so when someone asks how they’re doing—even if they’re going through a hard time or their kids are driving them crazy—their response is always, “Oh, I’m fine. I'm doing great.” The other extreme are those who downplay or don’t acknowledge when things are going well in their lives. You know, this person: You give them a compliment about a beautiful meal, a flattering dress, or the way they lead the charge on a big project at work, and they dismiss it or downplay it. They say something like, “Oh, this old thing?” or “It was really a team effort. I didn’t do much.” Related: Ep 83: Develop Self-Awareness and Turn Your Weaknesses Into Strengths When you dismiss compliments, you're not only dismissing your own sense of confidence in that moment, but you're also dismissing the truth. So, instead of always rejecting the kind things people say about you, resist the urge to say anything other than thank you. To live a more authentic life, tell the truth—when things aren’t going well and when they are. 3. Know your values. So often we identify with the roles we play, like wife, mom, sister, friend, leader, etc. And what's interesting is, if we're not careful, we’ll always operate from the surface level of our roles. We’ll fulfill tasks for the people in our lives while missing the deeper layer of what our mind and our heart truly desires and values. We say things like: “I’d love to work out, but I don't have time to. I value playing with my kids outside, but by the time I get home from work, I don't have any energy left. I’d love to go on a vacation with my husband, but we haven't even been on a date in months.” How can you say you truly value those things when you don’t actually do them? When you don't spend your life and your time on things that are important to you, you'll live your life stressed, anxious and exhausted because there's an inconsistency between what you value and what your life actually reflects. So, a key to being authentic is to close that gap—to identify what’s important to you, and then actually do those things. 4. Love yourself. It's amazing how we—women especially—will spend our entire day, from the moment we wake up to the moment we go to sleep, beating ourselves up about how we look, how we dress, how we keep our house, how we parent our kids, how we fail at work, etc. It’s an all day, every day narrative in our head that is mean and exhausting. But you know what? You can't offer something you don't have, and you can't lead others where you are not. So, if you want to love people in your life, sister, you better love yourself first. I love how Brené Brown says, “Talk to yourself like you would to someone you love.” Here’s a really practical tip to help you do that: Go to your Bible! God has some amazing things to say about you. He says He delights over you with singing. That He knit you together in your mother's womb. That He would move heaven and earth for you. That he chose you and that he loves you. You are precious in his sight. Replace the lies in your head and heart with those truths. If you’ll practice these four things, you’ll be on your way to living a much more authentic life—one that is true to you and that you’re proud of. Being Authentic with Sarah Dubbeldam I'm so excited about my guest today, Sarah Dubbeldam! Sarah is the founder and creative director of Darling Media and Darling magazine, a publication that celebrates real women. I love this magazine so much. They have a beautiful quote on the back of their magazine that I believe illustrates what it means to live authentically. It says: “Darling is the art of being a woman. Darling magazine holds the modern mold of women up to the fire to evoke a discussion on femininity and reshape an authentic design. Darling is a catalyst for positive change; leading women to discover beauty apart from vanity, influence apart from manipulation, style apart from materialism, sweetness apart from passivity, and womanhood without degradation. Darling leads women to practice the arts of virtue, wit, modesty and wisdom, all while creating beauty and embodying love. Darling says women are not only interesting but original, not only good enough, but exceptional, not just here but here for a purpose.” On this episode, Sarah and I talk about: Why it’s so important to live according to your values What modesty actually means and what it looks like How living authentically leads to living confidently Encouragement: God Did Not Create You to Berate You A few months ago, I had an experience that absolutely rocked me to my core. My husband, Matt, and I were hanging out at our friend’s house for a cookout. The weather was amazing so we—the adults and the kids—were hanging out in the backyard. My husband watched the boys while I ate, and when I finished, I told him I’d take over watching the boys so he could go inside and get some food. Well, I went to throw my plate of food away, and the next thing I know, I see my husband running out of the back door to the front of the house. And as soon as I saw him dart past me, I knew what had happened: Conley, my son, had run off. I took off after my husband and saw Conley standing at the end of the driveway with his toes on the street as cars were flying by. Thank God we got him. Nothing happened. But him getting out of the backyard and near the street was my fault. I was supposed to be watching him. I cried the rest of the day and kept thinking, How could I be so stupid? What must my husband think of me? What must my friends think? Those thoughts went on and on as I beat myself up about the mistake I’d made. Now, I want to be clear: The mistake I made that day—taking my eyes off Conley—was not okay. But you know what else was not okay? How I lived in that shame for the rest of the day. Related: Ep 76: Practice Self-Care and Give Yourself Grace As I was praying throughout the day—praying and crying and praying and crying—I felt God say to me, “Christy, we’re a team. Conley is my son too, and I'm going to help you when you fall short. I'm going to be there. There's grace for you in your mistakes.” I was so incredibly thankful for that reminder. And today, I just want to remind you: When you have those kind of voices in your head—when you make a mistake or you slip up and you're just beating yourself up—I want you to stop and ask yourself a question: Is this what God says about me? Because I guarantee you, those voices are not from God because God did not create you to berate you. God will coach. He will correct. He will convict. He will help you grow, improve and mature. But He will not tear you down. He is a God who builds up. He is a God who gives grace. He is a God who shows up. And He is a God who loves His children. God doesn't just love Conley. God loves me—even in my flaws, my failures and my setbacks. I love how the Bible reminds us that God is love. First and foremost, God is loving. So, if the thoughts you're feeling or the words you're hearing in your mind aren’t loving, then they're not from God. At the end of the day, the most important identity you take on is that of a loved, chosen daughter of the King. Rest in that today. I hope this not only encourages you to appreciate someone that might be wired differently than you, but also gives you some practical tips to work better with them.

014: Finding Your Nonprofit Leadership Shadow (Will Sparks)SUMMARYWhat is your leadership shadow, and why should you worry about it? That’s exactly what Dr. Will Sparks and I discuss on this episode of The Path. He’s spent 20 years researching the characteristics of great leaders, and also the “shadow” side of their leadership styles which often hold them back in ways they’re not even aware. Will and I explore the practical aspects of his studies, and how nonprofit leaders can amplify their positive qualities but – more importantly – identify specific ways to identify their shadow side and do something about it. You’ll see how this can not only accelerate your journey on the leadership path, but also create a more dynamic and productive environment for your staff, board and volunteer colleagues. ABOUT WILLWill Sparks is the Dennis Thompson Chair & Professor of Leadership at the McColl School of Business at Queens University of Charlotte, where he also serves as the Director of the Office of Leadership Initiatives. He serves as the Managing Director for William L. Sparks & Associates, LLC, a professional services firm founded in 1997 focused on leader and team development, personal transformation and change management. He has consulted with a variety of international organizations in the public and private sectors. He serves as a Director on the boards of the Dilworth Center in Charlotte, NC, and The Project Appraisal Methodology (PAM) Institute in Washington, DC. He completed his Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior and Development from The George Washington University’s School of Business and Public Management, where his research focused on group dynamics, organizational culture, and leadership. EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCESText 362 260 to WILLSPARKS to receive free app with the ALP SurveyWill’s book Actualized LeadershipWill’s Ted Talk "The Power of Self Awareness"Cal Newport’s Deep WorkViktor Frankl’s Man’s Search for MeaningPeter Browning’s The Director’s ManualErich Fromm’s Escape from FreedomStephen Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Brene’ Brown’s Ted Talk The Power of Vulnerability

Welcome to episode twenty-seven of The Presentation Boss Podcast! In this episode we decided to address one of the most asked and most concerning topics we get asked about; ‘Can an introvert be a good speaker?' or sometimes worse ‘I am an introvert therefore I can't be good at speaking'. Kate and Thomas know a bit about introversion and it's friend, extroversion and understand how they impact on the ability of an individual's presentation skills.One of us identifies as an introvert, the other an extrovert. Can you guess who before listening? We let that guide us, along with our extensive experience working with people of all personality types in this discussion. We aim to bust some myths, explain some truths and share the techniques that work for us.What You'll Learn • The misconceptions around introversion and extroversion• An easy scale we use to help gauge this personality type in ourselves and others• The simple definition of introversion, extroversion and ambiversion.• What we see are the typical traits of each• The advantages each of these has when speaking• The tendencies you should be aware of and how to best work with them• Plenty of stories and laughter about an introvert and an extrovert clashing. Mentioned In The Show • Susan Cain's TED Talk “The Power of Introverts”: https://www.ted.com/talks/susan_cain_the_power_of_introverts Resources and Links • Email us: podcast@presentationboss.com.au• The Presentation Boss Podcast: https://presentationboss.com.au/podcast/• Kate on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-norris/• Thomas on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-krafft/• Presentation Boss on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/presentationboss/• Presentation Boss on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/presentation-boss

Whether you deem yourself a writer or not, if you're an entrepreneur, copy is one of the most important aspects of your online business. It's what connects us to our dream clients and (if written well) keeps them keeps them paying attention as they want to learn more.  Today's guest, Laura Belgray, is an incredible source for the attention-grabbing, result-getting, non-sucky copy. Laura Belgray, the founder of Talking Shrimp and co-creator of The Copy Cure, is a copywriting expert who helps entrepreneurs find the perfect words to express and sell what they do. Through her work with hundreds of clients (including online biggies like Marie Forleo and Amy Porterfield), she's seen firsthand that putting “you” into your copy is pure magic for getting people to love you up, share your ideas, and happily click your Buy button. In addition to online types, Laura's list of clients and credits include NBC, Bravo, HBO, TBS, Fandango, and many, many more. So if you watch TV -- and don't skip the commercials -- you just might see her words on air. In this episode full of brilliant humor and ample knowledge, Laura reveals the secrets to non-sucky copy, corporate branding, and network promotion.    In this Episode You'll Learn:  All about today's guest, Laura Belgray [ 0:45 ] iTunes review of the week [ 2:30 ] About the life of an entrepreneur in New Hampshire [ 6:10 ] What Laura actually does for a living [ 12:55 ] What makes an impactful brand [ 19:50 ] How to approach copy [ 27:00 ] When you should make the sell [ 30:15 ] How to create scarcity if it doesn't really exist [ 34:30 ] Why you need to send non-stop reminders [ 38:25 ] That Laura has not always had a powerful sense of self [ 41:10 ] How to find your voice [ 44:00 ] The intrinsic gifts Laura receives for doing work with her clients [ 47:20 ] Laura's favorite copy [ 60:00 ] Projects Laura is currently working on [ 67:00 ] What Laura would tell a former version of herself [ 72:00 ] Soul Shifting Quotes:  “I love to dance, but I'm not a natural-born dancer.” “Make your personality the brand.” “I'm too vain to post photos where I do not look good, but I don't mask a brag with vulnerability.” “I don't think everything has to educate to be valuable. Value can mean all kinds of things.” “The one thing you have a monopoly on is being you.” “I've always wanted to write something that is truly 100% in my voice.” Links Mentioned:  Watch Brené Brown's famous TED Talk: The Power of Vulnerability  www.thecopycure.com www.goop.com www.casper.com Learn my 7 Secrets to Uplevel Your Brand & Land Your Dream Clients  Grab your FREE training, How to Call in Your Tribe + Create Content that Converts  Book your Breakthrough Call today!  Learn more about Laura on her website: www.talkingshrimp.com and follow her on Instagram: @talkingshrimpnyc Tag me in your big shifts + takeaways: @amberlilyestrom and be sure to share this episode with a friend!  Did you hear something you loved here today?!  Leave a Review + Subscribe via iTunes Listen on Spotify 

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#46 Ich war die letzte Woche in einem Ashram in Texas, habe ausschliesslich Wasser getrunken und viel meditiert. Ich muss sagen, es war wirklich unglaublich schwer, viel schwieriger als ich dachte. Plötzlich von all den Dingen weg zu sein, die ich so liebe, war kaum auszuhalten. Das hat mich nachdenklich gemacht.  Ich hatte Zuckerentzug, Kaffee aber auch Wein habe ich vermisst. Obwohl, ich alles nicht im übermasse konsumiere, hatte ich ein unglaubliches verlangen danach. Es war auch schwierig weniger zu arbeiten, da es im Ashram kein WIFI gibt. Da kam bei mir die Frage hoch, bin ich süchtig nach diesen Dingen? Meine Definition von Sucht: Ein Verhalten welches temporär erleichtert  aber langfristig schadet, man aber trotzdem nicht aufhören kann. Kennst du das Gefühl auch, Du willst eigentlich nur ein Stück Schoki essen und schwupp, kannst Du Dich nicht mehr zusammenreißen und die ganze Tafel ist weg? Oder, Du willst eigentlich nur für ein Glas Wein in die Bar und schwupp ist die Flasche leer? Vielleicht geht es Dir auch manchmal so, Du bist im Stress oder etwas triggert Dich und schwupp kaufst Du Dir online ein neues Oberteil? Du sagst, 'ich will jetzt fokussiert arbeiten', schaust dann doch wieder bei Facebook oder Instagram vorbei? Kann es sein das wir alle süchtig sind? Was ist es bei dir? Arbeit? Alkohol? Essen? Sex? Shoppen? Negatives denken? Stress? Konsum?Social Media?   In der heutigen Episode untersuche ich das Thema Sucht und Abhängigkeit genauer und bin gespannt wie es Dir ergeht. Ausserdem, teile ich mit Dir ein paar Ansätze wie wir unsere Sucht wieder in den Griff bekommen und endlich wieder frei entscheiden können. Link zu TED TALK: The Power of Addiction and The Addiction to Power: Gabor Mate  Ich wünsche dir ein schönes Wochenende!  Ich freue mich wenn wir uns bei meinem Wonders of Worth Workshop kennenlernen

This week Pete (@mr_van_w) delves into why we should take no notice of the demonisation of technology in the media and the flawed/misreported Science that leads to it. John (@jfcatto) considers the introverts in the class and how we should stop hassling them to fit our "participation" expectations and think of more flexible measures of "engagement".     References Flipped 3.0 Problem Based Learning - Dan Jones (@ideasforteacher) https://flippedtrainer.weebly.com/    The Kids (Who Use Tech) Seem to Be Alright - Lydia Denworth https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/the-kids-who-use-tech-seem-to-be-all-right/    The TeachThought Podcast - Jared Cooney Horvath https://www.teachthought.com/podcast/the-teachthought-podcast-ep-159-the-science-of-deeper-learning-and-why-were-not-doing-more-of-it/    How to teach and young introvert - Kate Torgovnik May https://ideas.ted.com/how-to-teach-a-young-introvert/  Susan Cain's TED Talk - The Power of Introverts https://youtu.be/c0KYU2j0TM4  Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking  https://youtu.be/zNYPKkx1bhs     

Shownotes and links for this episode can be found at http://sarahsantacroce.com/episode73 You simply cannot read the label of the jar you’re in! That’s why it’s important to leverage an outside voice to help you gain clarity and focus. Steve Woodruff serves as that voice for the introverted entrepreneur, helping you define your sweet spot and craft a message that allows you to stand out in a noisy world. Steve is the founder and president of Clarity Fuel, a consulting firm dedicated to helping solopreneurs, startups, small businesses and large corporations define their offerings, target their ideal clients and articulate their differentiating message. Steve is also the author of Clarity Wins: Get Head, Get Referred, and coauthor of the Amazon bestseller UNSTUCK: 10 Proven Strategies for Breaking Through the Barriers to Small Business Growth. Today, Steve shares his decision to build a business that reflects who he is and capitalizes on his strengths. He speaks to the themes in his new book, Clarity Wins, explaining how to define and embrace your ‘pigeon hole.’ Steve opens up about his high level of inwardness, discussing how it serves him in his business—yet also contributed to an extended battle with depression. Listen in for insight around employing an outside voice to help you define your sweet spot and get clear on your message, turning your clients into a referral sales force! In this episode you’ll learn… Steve’s decision to build a business that is a reflection of who he is. How Susan Cain’s work gave Steve permission to be an introvert. How Now, Discover Your Strengths helped Steve walk in his power. How Clarity Wins supports readers in defining their sweet spot. How clear words can turn customers into a referral sales force. The pros and cons of Steve’s ability to analyze and distill information. How Clarity Fuel grew out of Steve’s pharma matchmaking business. How Steve’s dogged determination has contributed to his success. Steve’s advice for introverts around employing a business coach. The significance of an outside voice in helping you achieve clarity. Why LinkedIn has proven to be Steve’s most valuable social platform. Steve’s affinity for asynchronous communication and scheduled calls. Steve's favorite quote "In our society, the ideal self is bold, gregarious, and comfortable in the spotlight. We like to think that we value individuality, but mostly we admire the type of individual who's comfortable 'putting himself out there." *** Become a VIP of my community Be the first to know whenever I release a new podcast or host a special webinar for introverts. And as a welcome present get my '4-part Guide 'How Saying 'NO' Can Help You Grow! http://sarahsantacroce.com/sayno/ *** Other links and resources mentioned in this episode: Clarity Fuel Steve on Twitter Steve on Facebook Steve on LinkedIn Steve on YouTube Clarity Wins: Get Heard. Get Referred. by Steve Woodruff Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking by Susan Cain Susan Cain’s TED Talk: The Power of Introverts Now, Discover Your Strengths by Marcus Buckingham and Donald O. Clifton Whisky Nate on Instagram Whisky with a View Zoom Skype Social Serving on LinkedIn Sarah’s Book List How Saying ‘No’ Can Help You Grow Thanks for listening ! Thanks so much for listening to this episode. If you enjoyed it, I would be super grateful if you'd share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. And if you don’t have it yet, get your free 4-step Guide on How to Say no to Grow. You'll be added to my list as well so I can share the latest episodes and other introvert related resources with you. Also, please leave a review on iTunes. I'm told that they really matter so if you'd take a minute I'd appreciate it. And finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes or on Android to get notified for all my future shows. Warmly Sarah

What is this Super Blood Wolf Moon everyone is talking about? In this episode of Lifemancy, Rachel explains what it is and how you can use its Leo energy to fuel your courage. She shares anecdotes about herself and the first man on the moon, Neil Armstrong, as well as plays an excerpt from Dr. Brené Brown’s TED Talk “The Power of Vulnerability”. You’ll learn how to make your own DIY moon water and how to use it. She’ll also lead you through a simple full moon spell that’s perfect for magickal first-timers.  Full moon spell segment @ 18:20. TED Talk “The Power of Vulnerability”: https://youtu.be/iCvmsMzlF7o Sign up for the Lifemancy Scryer, a bi-weekly newsletter, at www.lifemancy.com or join the community on Patreon to be signed up automatically. SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.patreon.com/lifemancy SHARE THE SHOW: www.lifemancypodcast.com INSTAGRAM: @lifemancymagick  [www.instagram.com/lifemancymagick/]    ABOUT THE PODCAST  Lifemancy reveals the true history behind supernatural stories, the science of paranormal abilities, and how to use the tools of divination to discover your best self. Join host, Rachel Wilkinson, as she shares a laugh about her own dumpster fire life, and why she’s turned to witchcraft to make it better. Candid, quirky, and sometimes marvelously strange, this educational podcast welcomes all first-timers translating mystical esoterica into relatable content. From charting your horoscope to reading your palm, from casting spells to predicting your future, learn the skills behind spirituality and make your life magical. Hear about mythology, folklore, and psychical powers. Discover how to tell fortunes for yourself or others. Practice letting intuition be your guide. Lifemancy is perfect for the naturally curious, the wonderfully witchy, and anyone who likes to be a hit at parties.  Podcasting from Houston, Texas, new episodes release on the new moon and full moon of each month.

In this episode of Stories Behind the Grind, listen to my conversation with Monique, ex-project manager turned Mindset & Transformational Coach. Monique helps business owners to turn their pain into their power! Monique has been through hardships, including being pronounced clinically dead at the age of 19. For a full edited transcript, click here  In this Episode: How Monique balances her hectic schedule. The importance of routines. How dancing helped Monique express herself even whilst living with chronic diseases and prevented suicide. The importance of scheduling time for yourself Why motivational speaker events aren’t all that successful over the long term Why personal development never ends What happens if you can’t do your full morning routine The 5 second rule Monique’s advice on resiliency The most important life advice that Monique experienced Turning pain into power Monique’s TED Talk The Power of Resiliency: https://moniquelindner.com/tedx-chiang-mai-women-the-power-of-resiliency/  Be sure to follow me on Instagram and say Hi @aidanvoc Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, or anywhere else you listen to your podcasts. You can find this episode plus all the previous episode here. Four ways you can support this podcast Take a screenshot of this podcast and send it to a friend who may like it Take your Grind to the next level by implementing a sales funnel to turn your passive website visitors into paying customer with ClickFunnels, the #1 sales funnel software in the world. You can get a free trial by going to www.clickfunnels.com Rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts! Connect with me @aidanvoc (I respond to all DM’s there) Get your copy of the fully edited transcript

Consumerism is the cultural couch potato. It is driven by default behavior. We have become so inundated with marketing and advertising, that we have had to fight through to preserve what keeps up human.   That said, you are not a victim of it. You are simply responsible and It's ok to admit where you are weak. We always talk about; “THIS is what THEY are doing now”, and “THIS is how IT is”. IT is that way and THEY are doing THAT because WE allow it. #theThey #fightconsumerism   We all want to stand for something and a lot of us don't know what that is yet. Here's a suggestion: Focus more time and energy on fulfillment and uncovering your purpose in life. We are coming to the end of the era of bullshit. Last year Canada turned over to a majority distrusting nation according to the Edelman's Trust Barometer. The time has come for us to get real and provide real value that will have a positive impact in the world.   SHOW NOTES Tom Bilyeu (Impact Theory) Mel Robbin's Ted Talk: How to Stop Screwing Yourself Over Brene Brown's Ted Talk: The Power of Vulnerability   _________ PS: Don't forget to subscribe to our youtube channel so we can get to our 100 subs.

Psychology researcher, professor, and LARPer Dr. Sarah Lynne Bowman joins us for a fascinating discussion of LARP and the psychology of play and roleplaying! Sarah had an enormous amount of information to pass along to us about different styles of live-action roleplay, terminology and concepts in LARP and in the psychology of play, the seeming dichotomy between tabletop and live-action play, and so much more. It's a bit less organized than many of our episodes, simply because we let Sarah take charge of much of the conversation, but we definitely think it turned out better for that! (And check below for a long list of links Sarah provided for us.) We also answer a question from Patreon supporter Paige, who wanted to know how much time we spend each week on tabletop gaming; briefly discuss Overwatch; and mention Bottlequest, a Golden Cobra two-page LARP game we used in our recent Fellowship game as a one-shot bottle episode mechanic. Plus, a bit more information about fake beards and Fear the Con X! For more information about Sarah, check out her website and her book, The Function of Role-Playing Games: How Participants Create Community, Solve Problems, and Explore Identity. You can also check out the Game to Grow episode we hosted, where Sarah was a guest; she's been on and hosted a few other episodes as well. Things mentioned in this episode, or passed on after recording by Sarah: Living Games Conference Nordic Conference (Knutepunkt) The Hirelings, a one-shot LARP Larps From The Factory "Papers" (a Nordic LARP) "Immersion into LARP: Theories of Embodied Narrative Experience" - an article by Dr. Bowman Shut Up & Sit Down's painfully intense review of Dog Eat Dog Dystopia Rising (LARP community) LARPs: Legion: Siberian Story. Conscience; Magischola; Enlightenment in Blood (Vampire); End of the Line; Just a Little Lovin'; Kapo; TED Talk: The Power of Vulnerability The Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) Special thanks to Peter for editing this one while Grant was on vacation—especially given how long the episode went! Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7, Proverbs 16:3, Luke 12:2

Is shame keeping you from recognizing your value? In this episode, Brodie talks with Jennifer Kind, LPC, CDWF, EPC, a Psychotherapist and coach in Portland, OR who works with people cultivating more shame resilience, self-acceptance, and the ability to be kinder to themselves and others. Jen believes shame holds people back; it is not a good motivator for change. Shames breeds fear, anxiety, depression, and paralysis. It keeps us from becoming who we are; it keeps us from living our truth.     In this episode, we explore:   The ways shame holds us back Unhealthy cultural attitudes about vulnerability How there can be no courage without vulnerability Ways shame can manifest in our bodies and emotions Ways to build resilience against shame The connection between shame and body image     Resources:   Jen's Website Jen's Facebook Page Jen's Twitter Brené Brown's Ted Talk: The Power of Vulnerability

3 years ago Debbie and her family moved from Seattle to the Netherlands.  At that time, Debbie and her husband made the decision to homeschool their son Asher, who is “differently wired”.  Asher is profoundly gifted and has ADHD and Aspergers.  He is extremely intelligent, curious and compassionate – in short, an amazing kid.    When Debbie decided to homeschool Asher, she stepped aside from her traditional author role and began a authoring a new story – the story of the life she and Asher were building as they navigated through the huge transitions of an international move and A LOT of togetherness in their homeschooling adventure.    Through this journey Debbie and Asher created TiLT – an incredible online resource for families with differently wired kids.     Listen in to hear Debbie share: The advantages and challenges of homeschooling a differently wired child (in a new country) The power of personal development for kids – and how to get them started How to lean in to your child’s uniqueness rather than fight it or try to fix it Steps to creating an impenetrable bond with your child who is differently wired than you     Links Mentioned: SMA Ep 59: How to Create Your Own Miracle Morning  Carol Dweck’s TED Talk: “The Power of Believing That You Can Improve” TiLT Parenting: http://www.tiltparenting.com TiLT Parenting on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/tiltparenting Debbie’s Author Site: http://www.debbiereber.com  

Vulnerability might seem the opposite of strong leadership, but it's actually foundational to it. In today's episode, we talk about the benefits of being vulnerable and authentic. Plus, we give you three practices to unlock this superpower for yourself.Brené Brown's 2010 Ted Talk on The Power of Vulnerability sparked a new, positive way of looking at vulnerability. Vulnerability is the birthplace of joy, belonging, creativity, and love. It builds trust among teams. It allows us to honestly evaluate problems and come up with sustainable solutions. Vulnerability also gives back to us all the mental, emotional, and even physical energy we spend trying to hide our flaws and who we really are. So, how do you start to unlock vulnerability and authenticity, especially if you're a woman leader in the workplace? First, lean into your strengths so that you feel confident in allowing people to know about your weaknesses. Second, discover and ask for what you truly need. Third, develop and enhance your support system. Don't worry. We break this all down in detail in this episode and give you firsthand stories about how we have implemented vulnerability and authenticity as superpowers in our own businesses and lives.Resources:Sign up for the September Her Best Life event which starts with a vulnerability and authenticity panel: HerBestLife.com/eventsWatch Brené Brown's 2010 Ted Talk: “The Power of Vulnerability”Connect on Instagram:Seychelle Van Poole: @seychellevpSarah Reynolds: @sarahreynoldsojiWendy Papasan: @wendypapasanKymber Lovett-Menkiti: @kymbermenkitiTiffany Fykes: @tiffanyfykesProduced by NOVA MediaAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands