Podcasts about via character strengths

Ever wondered what makes you truly shine? In this episode we go on an exciting journey to discover our unique character strengths using the VIA Character Strengths framework. Developed by positive psychologists Martin Seligman and Christopher Peterson, this framework identifies 24 universal strengths that help individuals not just get by, but truly flourish. We Talk About:

Ever wonder how elite performers consistently achieve peak results without burning out? Today I'm diving in with Alex Auerbach, performance psychologist and CEO of Momentum Labs, to unpack his powerful three-stage framework: understanding yourself, becoming your best, and producing maximum results. Alex brings his expertise from working alongside world-class athletes in the NBA, NFL, MLB, Olympians, elite military units, and Fortune 5 companies to share practical insights on how to optimize your strengths, embrace discomfort, and use recovery as an investment in long-term success.We discuss why relentless effort isn't enough—why self-awareness, intentional recovery, and identifying your "signature strength" can propel you further, faster. Alex offers actionable strategies, like utilizing the VIA Character Strengths test and effectively seeking feedback. If you're ready to understand how sustainable excellence is built from the inside out, this episode's got you covered.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Learn more about The Mental Training LabConnect with Pete on Instagram | LinkedIn | WebsiteSubscribe to the podcast on Apple | Spotify This show is produced and edited by the team at Palm Tree Pod Co.

Uncertainty has become the new normal, and as a leader, it can feel like the ground beneath you is constantly shifting. How do you inspire confidence when you're struggling to find it yourself? Without a strong foundation in your leadership, it can be difficult to respond to challenges and your team could feel it too. In this episode of the Happiness Squad Podcast, Ashish Kothari and Jason Hanson show you how to change the game with grounded leadership and lead with strength, clarity, and conviction—no matter what comes your way. Jason Hanson is the Director of the President's Leadership Class at the University of Colorado Boulder, specializing in mentoring future leaders. A former Senior Manager of Enterprise Learning at Charles Schwab, he is a Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach with expertise in leadership development and talent strategy. Jason holds a Master's in Higher Education Administration from Northwestern University and a Bachelor's in Psychology from the University of Illinois Chicago.Things you will learn in this episode:• Understanding the importance of grounded leadership in times of change• How to build grounded leadership by leveraging your values and strengths• The role of strengths-based development in unlocking individual and team potential• Practical leadership tools for building high-performing teams• Why meaningful relationships are critical for leadership success• Navigating career transitions with self-awareness and intentionalityTune in now to learn how to lead with clarity and resilience in the most volatile of times.Resources:✅• Gallup StrengthsFinder: https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/en/254033/strengthsfinder.aspx • VIA Character Strengths: https://www.viacharacter.org/ • Harvard Business School Net Promoter Score Case Study: https://www.hbsp.harvard.edu/product/8573BC-PDF-ENG • The ADKAR Model: https://www.prosci.com/methodology/adkar • Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs: https://www.simplypsychology.org/maslow.html • Job Crafting by Jane Dutton: https://positivepsychology.com/job-crafting/ • https://positiveorgs.bus.umich.edu/wp-content/uploads/Glance-Leading-Positively.pdf Books:✅• A Model for Change in Business, Government, and Our Community: https://a.co/d/9kSsCqw • Hardwired for Happiness by Ashish Kothari: https://a.co/d/iXGAjje

Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today, we have ADHD and executive function coach Emily Haan with us to talk about some techniques students can use to be successful in law school.  In this episode we discuss: Emily's background and work as an ADHD and executive function coach ADHD and time management challenges in law school Managing overwhelm and procrastination Tackling big projects with backwards planning Dealing with boredom while studying Improving exam performance  Resources Emily Haan Coaching (https://www.emilyhaan.com/) VIA Character Strengths (https://www.viacharacter.org/character-strengths-via?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwmt24BhDPARIsAJFYKk3qU85W7Poobpn4VRRtpXokDrMxRS-AOxf6ESxpSacVbl37NKbiOhQaAtVWEALw_wcB) Podcast Episode 436: Improving Executive Functioning Skills as a Law Student (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-436-improving-executive-functioning-skills-as-a-law-student/) Podcast Episode 437: Quick Tips – Succeeding in Law School with ADHD (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-437-quick-tips-succeeding-in-law-school-with-adhd/) Podcast Episode 445: Best Practices for Getting Accommodations in Law School (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-445-best-practices-for-getting-accommodations-in-law-school/) Podcast Episode 470: Tips for Neurodivergent Law Students (w/Heather Varanini and Rebecca Petrilli) (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/podcast-episode-470-tips-for-neurodivergent-law-students-w-heather-varanini-and-rebecca-petrilli/) Download the Transcript  (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/episode-476-executive-functioning-skills-for-law-students-with-adhd-w-emily-haan/) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/law-school-toolbox-podcast/id1027603976) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Law School Toolbox website (http://lawschooltoolbox.com/contact). If you're concerned about the bar exam, check out our sister site, the Bar Exam Toolbox (http://barexamtoolbox.com/). You can also sign up for our weekly podcast newsletter (https://lawschooltoolbox.com/get-law-school-podcast-updates/) to make sure you never miss an episode! Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

How to Discover, Live, and Monetize Our Values with Jacqui Bowman and John Kitchens During the episode, John and his guest Jacqui Bowman explore how identifying core values can significantly boost motivation, improve happiness, and serve as a framework for personal and business development. John reflects on how this exercise encouraged him to revisit his core strengths, especially through tools like the VIA Character Strengths assessment from the University of Pennsylvania. This episode is packed with practical steps and personal insights that will inspire listeners to take action in their own lives.   Why Core Values Matter for Success The conversation starts with an important reminder: your core values are your internal compass. They guide your decisions and how you spend your time, and ultimately shape your success. Whether in your personal life or business, these values help you stay aligned with what truly matters. John explains how living according to your values gives you a sense of purpose and helps eliminate the need for external motivation. When you're working in your "highest value space," you're naturally energized and driven to achieve more.   Key Takeaways on Core Values and Motivation: Core Values as Filters: Values are the decision-makers of your life. They influence how you spend your time and energy. Once you identify them, you'll be able to focus on what truly matters and cut out distractions. The Power of Self-Discovery: Discovering your core values and strengths can be a game-changer for your personal happiness and business success. Understanding what makes you tick can bring clarity to your decisions and goals. Intrinsic Motivation: When you're aligned with your core values, motivation comes from within. John emphasizes that working in your highest value space means you no longer need to force yourself to do things — you naturally feel excited and energized to take action.   The VIA Character Strengths Assessment John shares his experience with the VIA Character Strengths assessment, a powerful tool developed by the University of Pennsylvania to help individuals understand their core strengths. Based on 240 questions, this assessment uncovers your top strengths, which can then be aligned with your core values to create a personalized roadmap to success. John highlights that knowing your character strengths is like having a "cheat code" for life — it allows you to work smarter, not harder, by focusing on areas where you naturally excel.   John's Key Character Strengths: Capacity to Love and Be Loved: This strength fuels John's passion for coaching and helping others transform their lives. Leadership and Coaching: John talks about how his love for coaching aligns with his core values, giving him boundless energy and a sense of fulfillment. Gratitude and Optimism: John shares how focusing on gratitude and optimism helps him overcome challenges and stay motivated.   Dr. Demartini's Core Value Exercise The heart of the episode revolves around Dr. Demartini's core value exercise, which is designed to uncover your deepest values by answering 13 insightful questions. John and his guest walk through these questions in real time, showing listeners how this exercise can reveal patterns and areas where they may not have realized their true motivations.   Sample Questions from the Exercise: How do you spend your personal space? (Look at the things that fill your surroundings, as they often reflect what you value most.) How do you spend your time? (We make time for the things that matter most to us. If you're always running out of time, it may be because your priorities aren't aligned.) How do you spend your energy? (If something drains you, it may not align with your core values. On the other hand, what gives you energy is likely connected to what you truly value.)   As John walks through the questions, he provides examples from his own life, highlighting how core values influence everything from his coaching approach to his relationships.   Monetizing Your Core Values One of the most exciting parts of the conversation is when John and his guest discuss how you can monetize your core values. By understanding what drives you, you can create opportunities to build a career or business around your passions. Whether it's through coaching, creating products, or offering services, John explains how aligning your values with your work can lead to financial and emotional success.   Real-Life Examples: Turning Passions into Profits: John shares inspiring stories of people who have monetized their unique values — from someone who loves dogs and turned that into a pet photography business, to another who built a rental service for cats. Leveraging Strengths for Business Growth: By focusing on your core strengths, you can create a business that feels effortless and energizing. When you align your work with your values, you don't just create a career — you build a fulfilling life. Practical Steps for Listeners John encourages listeners to take immediate action by: Completing the VIA Character Strengths assessment at AuthenticHappiness.org to uncover their strengths. Going through the Core Value exercise to identify the top three values that guide their decisions and daily life. Exploring ways to monetize their core values, whether in their current job, side business, or entirely new venture. Inspiration for Entrepreneurs and Leaders This episode is particularly valuable for entrepreneurs, business owners, and leaders looking to align their personal values with their business goals. John's message is clear: when you know yourself and your values, you can lead with confidence, make better decisions, and ultimately create the life and business you've always wanted. If you're ready to take your personal and business growth to the next level, start by discovering your core values. Take the VIA Character Strengths assessment, reflect on Dr. Demartini's exercise, and explore how you can build a business that aligns with who you truly are. Resources Mentioned: VIA Character Strengths Assessment: AuthenticHappiness.org Dr. Demartini's Core Value Exercise (Link to resource) Learn more about John Kitchens: JohnKitchens.co Tune in Now: Ready to align your core values with your business and personal success? Don't miss this episode! Hit play and let John guide you through this transformative process.    

Donna Lichaw is an internationally sought-after executive coach, keynote speaker, and best-selling author. She helps visionary founders, CEOs, and executive teams level up their leadership and scale their impact while staying true to their mission, purpose, and themselves. Donna works with leaders at companies like Google, Disney, Twitter, Microsoft, Mailchimp, and Adobe, as well as a plethora of mission-driven startups and nonprofits. In our conversation, we discuss:• How our personal narratives influence our success and failure• Why identifying your superpowers (and kryptonite) is so important, and how to do it• The value of doubling down on your strengths rather than trying to fix weaknesses• How to acknowledge and reframe feelings of impostor syndrome• The Double Diamond framework for personal growth and goal-setting• The power of visualization and how it can fuel motivation and creativity—Brought to you by:• OneSchema—Import CSV data 10x faster• Sendbird—The (all-in-one) communications API platform for mobile apps• Sprig—Build a product people love—Find the full transcript at: https://www.lennyspodcast.com/how-to-discover-your-superpowers-own-your-story-and-unlock-personal-growth-donna-lichaw-author/—Where to find Donna Lichaw:• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dlichaw/• Website: https://www.donnalichaw.com/—Where to find Lenny:• Newsletter: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com• X: https://twitter.com/lennysan• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennyrachitsky/—In this episode, we cover:(00:00) Donna's background(04:25) Donna's origin story and transition to coaching(08:38) The power of storytelling in leadership(11:36) Becoming the hero of your own story(14:49) Changing your story(21:19) Understanding and shifting others' stories(25:41) Imposter syndrome(31:28) Exploring different types of kryptonite(36:41) Identifying and leveraging strengths(43:53) Identifying superpowers(56:39) Running experiments(01:01:52) Using product frameworks for personal growth(01:12:41) Identifying subconscious goals(01:15:27) Envisioning impact(01:16:44) Lightning round—Referenced:• The Leader's Journey: Transforming Your Leadership to Achieve the Extraordinary: https://www.amazon.com/Leaders-Journey-Transforming-Leadership-Extraordinary/dp/1959029134• Effective Leadership Is Transformational, by Ken Blanchard: https://www.chieflearningofficer.com/2019/06/13/effective-leadership-is-transformational/• Ken Blanchard's website: https://www.blanchard.com/• How to write a kickass README: https://dev.to/scottydocs/how-to-write-a-kickass-readme-5af9• This Week #5: Overcoming impostor syndrome, introducing growth to an org, and how to partner with your Data Scientist: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/this-week-overcoming-impostor-syndrome• Community Wisdom: Dealing with impostor syndrome as a PM: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/community-wisdom-dealing-with-impostor• Stuart Smalley: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stuart_Smalley• Kryptonite: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kryptonite• How Dyslexic Thinking Gives Entrepreneurs a Competitive Edge: https://www.forbes.com/sites/alisoncoleman/2023/05/16/how-dyslexic-thinking-gives-entrepreneurs-a-competitive-edge/• Characterizing Creative Thinking and Creative Achievements in Relation to Symptoms of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9283685/• Robert Iger: https://thewaltdisneycompany.com/leaders/robert-a-iger/• CliftonStrengths test: https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/en/252137/home.aspx• VIA Character Strengths: https://www.viacharacter.org/• How to fire people with grace, work through fear, and nurture innovation | Matt Mochary (CEO coach): https://www.lennyspodcast.com/how-to-fire-people-with-grace-work-through-fear-and-nurture-innovation-matt-mochary-ceo-coach/•10 Steve Jobs Quotes That'll Stick With You Long After You Read Them: https://www.themuse.com/advice/10-steve-jobs-quotes-thatll-stick-with-you-long-after-you-read-them• Gestalt coaching: https://gestaltcenterforcoaching.com/• Gestalt therapy: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapy-types/gestalt-therapy• Head, Heart and Hands: http://creatingminds.org/tools/head_heart_hands.htm• Managing nerves, anxiety, and burnout | Jonny Miller (Nervous System Mastery): https://www.lennyspodcast.com/managing-nerves-anxiety-and-burnout-jonny-miller-nervous-system-mastery/• The User's Journey: Storymapping Products That People Love: https://www.amazon.com/Users-Journey-Storymapping-Products-People/dp/1933820314• For All Mankind on AppleTV+: https://tv.apple.com/us/show/for-all-mankind/umc.cmc.6wsi780sz5tdbqcf11k76mkp7• Ted Lasso on AppleTV+: https://tv.apple.com/us/show/ted-lasso/umc.cmc.vtoh0mn0xn7t3c643xqonfzy• The Art of Possibility: Transforming Professional and Personal Life: https://www.amazon.com/Art-Possibility-Transforming-Professional-Personal/dp/0142001104• IMPRESA Monkey Noodle Stretchy String Fidget/Sensory Toys: https://www.amazon.com/IMPRESA-Glitter-Stretchy-Phthalate-Latex-Free/dp/B0868X6NRQ• Dolly Parton quote: https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/21268-find-out-who-you-are-and-do-it-on-purpose—Production and marketing by https://penname.co/. For inquiries about sponsoring the podcast, email podcast@lennyrachitsky.com.—Lenny may be an investor in the companies discussed. Get full access to Lenny's Newsletter at www.lennysnewsletter.com/subscribe

ADHD Coach Katherine Sanders S Katherine Sanders Understanding and Overcoming Shame in ADHD: Expert Insights with KatherineIn episode 5 - Join certified ADHD coach Katherine in this insightful episode as she delves into the topic of shame and ADHD. Discover how shame travels with ADHD and learn practical strategies to break free from its grip. Katherine draws on her personal experience and professional expertise to provide actionable tips to boost self-compassion and dare to imagine what you can be when you're able to let go of the shame. Whether you're personally navigating ADHD or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights to empower your journey.Shame and ADHD: Understand the unique connection between shame and ADHD, how it affects executive functions, and why it's important to address.Differentiating Shame from Guilt - Learn the distinction between shame and guilt and how they impact self-perception and behavior.Practical Strategies: Discover practical techniques to combat shame, including self-compassion exercises, ADHD-specific mindfulness, and strengths identification.Setting Achievable Goals: why SMART goals can backfire with ADHD, alternative approaches tailored to ADHD brains, focusing on incremental successes rather than rigid, unattainable goals.Positive Self-Talk: Gain insights into the power of positive self-talk and how it can reshape your mindset and improve self-esteem.Personalization: Understand the importance of personalizing strategies to suit your unique needs and circumstances.Building a Support Network: Learn the value of seeking supportive communities and friendships to overcome shame and isolation.Listener Questions:Don't forget you can send in questions for future episodes through the Podcast page on Katherine's website or social media @adhd_coach_katherineConnect with Katherine here:WebsiteInstagramTiktokFacebookYoutubeLinkedINThreads Self Compassion https://self-compassion.org/VIA Character Strengths https://www.viacharacter.org/Kristen McClure - https://www.kristen-mcclure-therapist.com/Deb Rowley - Debbie L. Rowley, MSW - Psychotherapist & Adult ADHD ...LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com › drowleymswShame in Families with Children and Adolescents with ADHD

In this podcast episode, we discuss the intricate nature of happiness. Although we may grapple with the challenge of defining happiness, we can easily describe moments when we're not happy, which can lead to emotional struggles or even depression. But what do we really understand about human happiness? What ignites it within us? Amid these questions, we explore the science that supports happiness and look critically at the "mental health" industry and its promise to guide us on our quest for happiness.The Pursuit of Happiness - by Dr. Roger McFillinIf you are in a crisis or think you have an emergency, call your doctor or 911. If you're considering suicide, call 1-800-273-TALK to speak with a skilled trained counselor.RADICALLY GENUINE PODCASTDr. Roger McFillin / Radically Genuine WebsiteYouTube @RadicallyGenuineDr. Roger McFillin (@DrMcFillin) / X (Twitter)Substack | Radically Genuine | Dr. Roger McFillinInstagram @radicallygenuineContact Radically Genuine—-----------FREE DOWNLOAD! DISTRESS TOLERANCE SKILLS—----------ADDITIONAL RESOURCES1:30 - General Social Survey2:00 - World Happiness Report 20233:00 - Antidepressant Use Among Adults: United States, 2015-20184:30 - Emiliana R. Simon-Thomas | Profile5:00 - Daniel Gilbert11:00 - Science-Based Tools for Increasing Happiness - Huberman Lab19:00 - Blue Zones Netflix Documentary26:30 - Eudaimonic vs. Hedonic Happiness | Overview & Differences - Video & Lesson Transcript | Study.com29:00 - Who Is Martin Seligman and What Does He Do?30:00 - VIA Character Strengths & Survey: 31 Ways to Spot Strengths32:00 - VIA Survey41:00 - 7 Japanese Words You Need To Be Living Your Life By48:30 - Subjective Well-Being—A Way to Measure Your Own Happiness1:01:00 - 6 Ways Optimism Affects Your Level of Happiness - Happier Human1:22:00 - Into the Wild by Jon Krakauer | Goodreads

Joanna recently worked with young people embarking on a professional apprenticeship and it got her thinking about what she might have done differently early on in her career if she had known she was an introvert.  In this episode, Joanna looks back on her early experiences in the workplace with the intention of supporting others who are at the beginning of their career journeys. Tune in as our host shares how we can embrace introversion and see it as a strength rather than a weakness. KEY POINTS: Own your strengths as an introvert Learning never ends Honesty with compassion vs Brutal honesty Choosing to be brave earlier on Being clear on your life goals PRODUCTS / RESOURCES: Email your suggested topics to Joanna@flourishingintroverts.com What Type of Introvert are you? Find out by taking this quiz: yourintroverttype.co.uk VIA Character Strengths survey here  Visit Joanna's website here: flourishingintroverts.com Join the Flourishing Introverts Facebook community of like-minded Introverts here: www.facebook.com/groups/Introvertscorner

In Episode 22 of The Gray Divorce Podcast, I look at our character strengths. Are we aware of what they are? And how can we use them to heal and thrive in the wake of mid-late life divorce? I discuss The VIA Survey of Character Strengths and how it can help gray divorcees move on with their lives. Thanks for listening! We'd be very grateful if you'd subscribe to the podcast and give us 5 stars! Please visit Transcend Retirement or Wiser Divorce Solutions. Follow Andrew on LinkedIn too!

Join us in this captivating episode of the Knomii Podcast, where we explore the complex world of identity, belonging, and the quest for authenticity. Cynthia, a licensed mental health counselor, and Madeline, a trained coach, welcome special guest Milam Miller, Founder of BCK Consulting and Coaching, as they engage in a playful and profound conversation about the nature of our identities and how to find our true place in the world.In this episode, you can expect to:Delve into identity and self-expression and how they shape our understanding of ourselves and the world around usDiscuss the difference between fitting in and finding genuine belongingShare personal stories on belonging and self-awarenessExplore practical tips and advice for embracing our unique selves and cultivating meaningful connectionsLearn from special guest Milam Miller on listening to our inner wisdomDon't miss this engaging and thought-provoking conversation, where we uncover the power of self-awareness and the pursuit of true belonging. Tune in and join us on this incredible journey of unmasking ourselves and embracing our authentic identities.What We Discussed:(00:08) Introduction: Belonging and Finding Ourselves(01:42) What makes you feel like you belong?(04:34) Did you always feel like you belonged?(06:24) Fitting in vs. Belonging(09:44) How to belong to ourselves(11:09) Tool #1: VIA Character Strengths(12:30) Help us make The Knomii Podcast Thrive!(13:10) Tool #2: What's in the locus of your control?(14:53) Tool #3: What is your name and what does it mean to you?(16:39) Understanding ourselves precedes others understanding us(20:54) How to examine and discover our core selves(21:18) Tool #4: Get curious about where your energy is drawn to and why(23:47) Tool #5: Fall in love with the journey and how you show up in an experience(25:37) Tool #6: Bring the qualities of belonging into the spaces you're in(28:57) Tool #7: Examining our limiting beliefs around belonging(30:14) Ending with a quote(31:12) Getting in touch with Milam(32:45) Closing notesQuote for Reflection "Belonging is the innate human desire to be part of something larger than us. Because this yearning is so primal, we often try to acquire it by fitting in and by seeking approval, which are not only hollow substitutes for belonging but often barriers to it." - Tara Brach“Be the change you wish to see in the world.” Gandhi - apparently this is not the real quote, but rather a summary! The real quote is:“We but mirror the world. All the tendencies present in the outer world are to be found in the world of our body. If we could change ourselves, the tendencies in the world would also change. As a man changes his own nature, so does the attitude of the world change towards him. This is the divine mystery supreme. A wonderful thing it is and the source of our happiness. We need not wait to see what others do.”“Success is liking yourself, liking what you do, and liking how you do it.” Maya AngelouSupport us on Patreon for more tools:For as little as a cup of coffee per month, you help support us so we can support you. It's a win-win. You'll get access to exclusive content, extra tools, and can even get 1:1 coaching sessions as part of your membership.You can become a member by supporting us on Patreon at 2 levels and learn more here:

What You'll Learn From This Episode:When is the last time you truly felt confident? Was is recent? Was it never? When you close your eyes and think of a confident person, what springs to mind?In today's episode, we discuss how to be that person in your vision, and how knowing who you are and feeling like you belong relate to this elusive state of self-confidence.We pack in tools I use in my coaching practice and Cynthia uses in her therapy practice all to help build confidence, and explore what healthy validation from others looks like.What we discussed:(00:49) Intro to topic: I want to be more confident...(02:31) Looking at the "recipe" for confidence(05:32) What keeps us from feeling confident(06:45) Creating "ports" to own our greatness(09:45) What the world tells us about confidence(10:46) The in-out-in method for confidence(12:35) Why do we care what people think(15:21) What to do when our environment kills our confidence(17:37) Confidence and connection go hand in hand(19:38) The 3 wins method to build confidence(21:12) Going on a quest for self-promotion(23:51) What is self-validation?(24:20) Closing with a quote(25:27) Get in touchFor further reading and tools: Tools and resources we discussed in the episode:Self-Reflection: What do I want to be known for?Mel Robbins-3 Wins (1 last 24 hours, 1 last 90 days, 1 next 90 days)Celebrate your accomplishments and strengthsWrite below all the accomplishments you can think of, even from when you were little. They can be big or small, public ones or private ones. Then write down words that describe your strengths, such as reliable, caring, curious, strong, etc. In-Out-In Method of ValidatingMaslow's hierarchy of needs1. Biological and physiological needs - air, food, drink, shelter, warmth, sex, sleep, etc.2. Safety needs - protection from elements, security, order, law, stability, freedom from fear.3. Love and belongingness needs - friendship, intimacy, trust, and acceptance, receiving and giving affection and love. Affiliating, being part of a group (family, friends, work).4. Esteem needs - which Maslow classified into two categories: (i) esteem for oneself (dignity, achievement, mastery, independence) and (ii) the need to be accepted and valued by others (e.g., status, prestige).Books:“the Confidence Code” by Russ Harris“You are a Badass” by Jen Sincero“Start Where you are” Journal of ExplorationUsing Your Character Strengths to Build ConfidenceIdentifying and utilizing your strengths can help you be more resilient and build confidence. Check out the VIA Character Strengths survey and examine your results to find some strengths you could use to build more confidence in your day-to-day life. Quote for reflection: "Life is an ongoing process of choosing between safety (out of fear and need for defense) and risk (for the sake of progress and growth). Make the growth choice a dozen times a day."Abraham MaslowDefinition: Self-validation is when you are able to quietly reassure yourself that what you feel inside is real, is important, and makes sense. Want to get in touch? Email us at

In today's podcast episode, we will explore why you should learn about and know your weaknesses. I'll share some ideas around taking the VIA Character Strengths survey to help you learn why you should know about and use your strengths, as well as your “lesser strengths.” You can learn more about your strengths and “lesser strengths,” […] The post #123: Why You Should Learn About and Know Your Weaknesses appeared first on DrBCoach.com.

In today’s podcast episode, I’ll share some ideas around taking the VIA Character Strengths survey to help you learn why you should know about and use your strengths. You can learn more about your strengths and “lesser strengths,” giving yourself permission to be more of who you are and letting go of some things that […] The post #122: Why You Should Learn About and Know Your Strengths appeared first on DrBCoach.com.

Curious to see inside the Rocketbook Panda Planner? I've been using it for several weeks now, and I'm impressed with the layout, the goal-setting process and how easy it is to use. Check out the video tour, listen to the podcast audio review below, or just read the recap in this post. Where to Find the Rocketbook Panda Planner Access the Rocketbook Panda Planner here and use these specific pens with it (it comes with one pen, but you'll want more). Access the Panda Planner regular version here Access the Panda Planner collaboration with VIA Character Strengths here Access the show notes for this episode here --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/caren-magill/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/caren-magill/support

This episode of the Mum Rage Series talks about the huge shifts that happen when you become a Mother. Everything from how you see yourself, how you spend your time, how you look at yourself and your values and beliefs. It's a big (and overwhelming) thing, so we start small in this episode. Because Mum Life is overwhelming enough, right?! Today's recommendations: Episode 14 of Mother, Unrefined podcast - my interview with Nicola and Jess. And Heartbreak High on Netflix. Links spoken about in the podcast: VIA Character Strengths quiz: https://www.viacharacter.org Podcast episode 2, 54, 84 and 85 here on Nourishing Ami Podcast to dive deeper into your Identity and who you are as well as episode 66 to learn about your Values

1- Explore the Positivity Toolkit from Positivity: Groundbreaking Research Reveals How to Embrace the Hidden Strength of Positive Emotions, Overcome Negativity, and Thrive by Barbara Fredrickson, Kimberly Farr, et al. 2- VIA Character Strengths at https://www.authentichappiness.sas.upenn.edu/ 3. Circle of Hope Dr Ellen Cooke- Meditation at https://www.jointhecircleofhope.com/

If you're looking for a way to close out 2021, you can use your strengths to celebrate the past year. We all have strengths, and perhaps you already know what they are. You have talents. Positive attributes. And if you want, you can take an assessment to discover more. The VIA Character Strengths inventory is a strength survey you might enjoy. And the Gallup StrengthsFinder is another. Whatever method you use to discover your strengths, enjoy them. Noticing your strengths can help you appreciate who you are. And, when you look at the past year through a strength-based lens, you will learn something new. You will learn that you have done very well this year. And, you got through challenges by applying your strengths. You might have even developed new strengths! Listen to the podcast episode for more details.... New Day, performed by Danny Gokey, (P) 2021 Danny Gokey, under exclusive license to Capitol Christian Music Group, Inc., was written by Ethan Hulse, Coby Wedgeworth, and Danny Gokey. Copyright © 2019 Better Than I Found It (BMI) (adm. at CapitolCMGPublishing.com) All rights reserved. Used by permission; and EGH Music Publishing (BMI) / Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Colby Wedgeworth Music (ASCAP) / Fair Trade Music Publishing (ASCAP) / (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

REGRESAMOS! Estuvimos en pausa por dos semanas cuestionándonos quienes somos, como queremos evolucionar nuestro proyecto Entre Soñadores, y transitando momentos bajos que son normales del emprendimiento. En este episodio el tema principal es la transformación. Hablamos acerca de como saber que es tiempo de transformarnos, el poder de las pausas, las preguntas mas comunes que nos hacemos cuando le bajamos el ritmo al piloto automático, y las herramientas que nos han ayudado en nuestro proceso de transformación. Recursos mencionados hoy: El primer episodio que grabamos juntas. El test de personalidad de Myers Briggs El test de fortalezas VIA Character Strengths  Gracias por acompañarnos hoy y no olvides registrarte para nuestro Happy Hour el 26 de Agosto! Haz click aqui para registrarte. 

Join Kean and Salah in this episode to hear about VIA Character Strengths as they discuss their old and new results of this personality test. They will also share their insight about how they make the best use of their strengths especially during the challenging time of the Covid-19 pandemic. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/teabuddies/message

On this episode, we are gettin SWOLE by talking about our strengths. We learn Heather is the zest, Brennan really hates forgetting her rain jacket, and Jessica finally got the glass out of her foot. We challenge you to use "scaffolding" in your next work meeting and let us know how you pronounce "FAFSA." We guess each other's top strengths from VIA Character Strengths assessment. You can take the assessment here: https://www.viacharacter.org/ We are just two Caps (and a Libra) in a pod - thanks for joining us! #SaveBritney #BarnesandNobleMagazineSection --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisisfine/message

If you struggle to have a mindset to prioritize what is important, today's podcast is for you. Where in  your life are YOU uniquely needed? And where could anyone else do the job? Listen for ideas about how to prioritize what is important for you to accomplish in your life and work. And consider what you can delegate, teach someone else to do, or delay and return to later. When you can see what is more important for you, it will rise to the top of your list. Spend a little time on it every day, and you will invest in what really matters for you. Unsure of your strengths? If you would like to explore your important attributes, take the VIA Character Strengths inventory.  If you know your strengths and are not really sure how to focus on what is most important to you more regularly, consider working with a coach. There has never been a better time to become the best version of you.

In this episode, I chat with my coworker, Emily, about how she's finding bright spots during this strange time, nearly a year into COVID-19 and still working from home. We chat about how habit stacking and accountability can help when regular routines aren't present and how she uses her VIA Character Strengths and Gallup/Clifton Strengths. Emily uses her futuristic strength to dream up a vision of a craft collective space where young people can create in community. We talk about the shadow side of strengths and how we can fall into the trap of overuse and get stuck. Finally, I invite you to notice when you feel most alive and can feel your voice and energy shift. What lights you up? Please send a message with your questions! I'd love to answer them in a future episode! Finally, this podcast is purely entertainment, and not to be considered professional advice. If you find yourself needing support, please contact a mental health clinician or doctor. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/joan-young/message

I had a VERY fun and informative conversation with this episode's guest, Roger Wolkoff (Mr. Authenticity).  Roger deserves this tag because he is, truly, one of the most genuine people you'll ever talk to (or listen to)! We hit on all things authenticity and Roger shares some insights that leaders want to consider during today's different times of leading in a pandemic.   Check it out!  CHEERS! More on Roger... Roger is a motivational speaker who helps you create teams and companies people don’t want to leave. You hire him for his expertise in emotional intelligence and appreciation. He doesn’t give up on people; he believes they will find a way to move forward and improve. How does he do it? Roger’s programs are high content and motivational in style and tone. He delivers stories, ideas, and keys to unlock what’s already inside you. Roger has over 20 years of expert interpersonal communication and team-building experience. Audiences rave about his two most popular keynotes, Step Outside Yourself™️: How to Survive and Thrive in Times of Uncertainty and Elevate Others to Elevate Others™️ with Appreciation. Roger’s core messages center around trust, communication, and emotional intelligence. He helps leaders and high-performing teams communicate with clarity, conviction, and positive intent. He is an advocate of Clifton’s Strength Finder, VIA Character Strengths, and everything surrounding positivity. Roger lives in Madison, Wisconsin, with his wife, Anne. He loves to travel, bike, and read science fiction. He is a big fan of baseball, pinball, and all things Tesla.   Website: www.rogerwolkoff.com Email: roger@rogerwolkoff.com Phone: 608.279.5160 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMpC3mVLpDc9bdhh0OVceuw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogerwolkoff/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/allaboutauthenticity/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allaboutauthenticity/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rogman888 Twitter: @rogerwolkoff, https://twitter.com/rogerwolkoff Instagram: http://instagram.com/rogerwolkoff

Let's face it. Some days are just hard. Since COVID-19 struck, I've had more unmotivated, overwhelmed mornings than I care to admit. I know I'm not alone. In this episode I share how I took that, "I don't want to get out of bed, resounding 'NO' feeling, explored it, and turned my day around. Using the 4 laws of effective habits from James Clear's book, Atomic Habits, and activating some of my top VIA Character Strengths, I released myself from the grips of perfectionism and just showed up for my day. As I say in the episode, please reach out and let me know the challenges you're facing. I'd love to include your questions and some of my thoughts in future episodes! Hat tip to a listener, Erin, for suggesting this! Take care, and don't forget to breathe. In it with you, Joan P.S. Don't forget the important message at the end. This podcast is purely for entertainment and not meant to be medical advice. If you need support, please reach out to a medical/ mental health professional. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/joan-young/message

Buddy's back pain is back. Buddy reviews his VIA Character Strengths results. We talk spirituality, prayer, Regina Spektor, jealousy, helping people too much, joking too much, and The Big Picture.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tHAhnJbGy9M

Gretchen Zelek spent the early part of her career as a successful money market trader on Wall Street. She had one conversation with her father which created a shift inspiring her business, Donuts & Pie Fitness. The business mission is to help people age enthusiastically, discover their next chapters, and live life with purpose. In this episode you will learn these “totally rad” tips: How raising your consciousness and being present can help you find your purpose. How you can create your next chapter(s) and age enthusiastically How the VIA Character Strengths assessments can help you become more self-aware ultimately improve your overall well-being

Gretchen Zelek spent the early part of her career as a successful money market trader on Wall Street. She had one conversation with her father which created a shift inspiring her business, Donuts & Pie Fitness. The business mission is to help people age enthusiastically, discover their next chapters, and live life with purpose. In this episode you will learn these “totally rad” tips: How raising your consciousness and being present can help you find your purpose. How you can create your next chapter(s) and age enthusiastically How the VIA Character Strengths assessments can help you become more self-aware ultimately improve your overall well-being

感谢你的收听！ 如果本期内容对你有帮助的话请点赞留言让我知道，也别忘了订阅关注我的频道，未来有好多内容想和你分享 重点内容Highlights 【00:46】 如何发现我们独一无二的优势？【01:39】 介绍3份专业的优势测评【03:38】 Strengths Profile中对于优势的三维度定义 【06:32】 四大优势分类：显著优势、潜在优势、后天习得能力、劣势 【11:44】 借助测评后，如何更准确的理解自己的优势？ 3份专业测评的官网链接： 1. VIA Character Strengths https://www.viacharacter.org/Account/Register2. Cliftonstrengthshttps://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/zh/253592/%E4%B8%BB%E9%A1%B5.aspx 3. Strengths Profile https://strengthsprofile.com/ 【30分钟免费探索咨询Discovery Call】欢迎约聊 https://innerknowingcoaching.setmore.com/bookappointment

感谢你的收听！ 如果本期内容对你有帮助的话请点赞留言让我知道，也别忘了订阅关注我的频道，未来有好多内容想和你分享 重点内容Highlights 【00:46】 如何发现我们独一无二的优势？【01:39】 介绍3份专业的优势测评【03:38】 Strengths Profile中对于优势的三维度定义 【06:32】 四大优势分类：显著优势、潜在优势、后天习得能力、劣势 【11:44】 借助测评后，如何更准确的理解自己的优势？ 3份专业测评的官网链接： 1. VIA Character Strengths https://www.viacharacter.org/Account/Register2. Cliftonstrengthshttps://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/zh/253592/%E4%B8%BB%E9%A1%B5.aspx 3. Strengths Profile https://strengthsprofile.com/ 【30分钟免费探索咨询Discovery Call】欢迎约聊 https://innerknowingcoaching.setmore.com/bookappointment

Dave Schramm is a no-kidding family and relationships scholar--but he also does tremendous work bringing that research-based knowledge to the general public. He's an expert on what makes good relationships and good families, and he has great ideas on how those concepts can apply in the workplace. In this episode, we discuss:  Promoting happy and healthy relationships The marriage and family help landscape and Dave's assessment of it How families and organizations can benefit from this field of knowledge   Links and Other Information  Dave's website: https://www.drdavespeaks.com/ Dave on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrDaveUSU/ The Gottman Institute: https://www.gottman.com/ VIA Character Strengths: free assessment Related episode: Clayton Christensen--How Will You Measure Your Life

Thanks for joining us for a spotlight on Appreciation of Beauty & Excellence, one of the 24 VIA Character Strengths. We hope to provide a focus for you as you go through your day, and hope to support a specific strength 'lens' in your conversations and activities. Spotting and intentionally using Character Strengths supports wellbeing in individuals and helps to build and deepen relationships. This is episode 23 of 24 - visit the link below for more information and resources on Appreciation of Beauty & Excellence: https://www.tinyurl.com/Ep23-Awe

Thanks for joining us for a spotlight on Curiosity, one of the 24 VIA Character Strengths. We hope to provide a focus for you as you go through your day, and hope to support a specific strength 'lens' in your conversations and activities. Spotting and intentionally using Character Strengths supports wellbeing in individuals and helps to build and deepen relationships. This is episode 24 of 24 - visit the link below for more information and resources on Curiosity: https://www.tinyurl.com/Ep24-Curiosity

Thanks for joining us for a spotlight on Social Intelligence, one of the 24 VIA Character Strengths. We hope to provide a focus for you as you go through your day, and hope to support a specific strength 'lens' in your conversations and activities. Spotting and intentionally using Character Strengths supports wellbeing in individuals and helps to build and deepen relationships. This is episode 22 of 24 - visit the link below for more information and resources on Social Intelligence: https://www.tinyurl.com/Ep22-Social-Intelligence

Thanks for joining us for a spotlight on Forgiveness, one of the 24 VIA Character Strengths. We hope to provide a focus for you as you go through your day, and hope to support a specific strength 'lens' in your conversations and activities. Spotting and intentionally using Character Strengths supports wellbeing in individuals and helps to build and deepen relationships. This is episode 21 of 24 - visit the link below for more information and resources on Forgiveness: https://tinyurl.com/Ep21-Forgiveness

Thanks for joining us for a spotlight on Teamwork, one of the 24 VIA Character Strengths. We hope to provide a focus for you as you go through your day, and hope to support a specific strength 'lens' in your conversations and activities. Spotting and intentionally using Character Strengths supports wellbeing in individuals and helps to build and deepen relationships. This is episode 20 of 24 - visit the link below for more information and resources on Teamwork: https://www.tinyurl.com/Ep20-Teamwork

Thanks for joining us for a spotlight on Spirituality, one of the 24 VIA Character Strengths. We hope to provide a focus for you as you go through your day, and hope to support a specific strength 'lens' in your conversations and activities. Spotting and intentionally using Character Strengths supports wellbeing in individuals and helps to build and deepen relationships. This is episode 18 of 24 - visit the link below for more information and resources on Spirituality: https://www.tinyurl.com/Ep18-Spirituality

Thanks for joining us for a spotlight on Perspective, one of the 24 VIA Character Strengths. We hope to provide a focus for you as you go through your day, and hope to support a specific strength 'lens' in your conversations and activities. Spotting and intentionally using Character Strengths supports wellbeing in individuals and helps to build and deepen relationships. This is episode 19 of 24 - visit the link below for more information and resources on Perspective: https://www.tinyurl.com/Ep19-Perspective

Thanks for joining us for a spotlight on Persistence, one of the 24 VIA Character Strengths. We hope to provide a focus for you as you go through your day, and hope to support a specific strength 'lens' in your conversations and activities. Spotting and intentionally using Character Strengths supports wellbeing in individuals and helps to build and deepen relationships. This is episode 17 of 24 - visit the link below for more information and resources on Persistence: https://www.tinyurl.com/Ep17-Persistence

Thanks for joining us for a spotlight on Open-mindedness, one of the 24 VIA Character Strengths. We hope to provide a focus for you as you go through your day, and hope to support a specific strength 'lens' in your conversations and activities. Spotting and intentionally using Character Strengths supports wellbeing in individuals and helps to build and deepen relationships. This is episode 16 of 24 - visit the link below for more information and resources on Open-mindedness: https://www.tinyurl.com/Ep16-Open-mindedness

Thanks for joining us for a spotlight on Zest, one of the 24 VIA Character Strengths. We hope to provide a focus for you as you go through your day, and hope to support a specific strength 'lens' in your conversations and activities. Spotting and intentionally using Character Strengths supports wellbeing in individuals and helps to build and deepen relationships. This is episode 15 of 24 - visit the link below for more information and resources on Zest: https://www.tinyurl.com/Ep15-Zest

Thanks for joining us for a spotlight on Love, one of the 24 VIA Character Strengths. We hope to provide a focus for you as you go through your day, and hope to support a specific strength 'lens' in your conversations and activities. Spotting and intentionally using Character Strengths supports wellbeing in individuals and helps to build and deepen relationships. This is episode 14 of 24 - visit the link below for more information and resources on Love: https://www.tinyurl.com/Ep14-Love

Thanks for joining us for a spotlight on Fairness, one of the 24 VIA Character Strengths. We hope to provide a focus for you as you go through your day, and hope to support a specific strength 'lens' in your conversations and activities. Spotting and intentionally using Character Strengths supports wellbeing in individuals and helps to build and deepen relationships. This is episode 13 of 24 - visit the link below for more information and resources on Fairness: https://www.tinyurl.com/Ep13-Fairness

Thanks for joining us for a spotlight on Gratitude, one of the 24 VIA Character Strengths. We hope to provide a focus for you as you go through your day, and hope to support a specific strength 'lens' in your conversations and activities. Spotting and intentionally using Character Strengths supports wellbeing in individuals and helps to build and deepen relationships. This is episode 12 of 24 - visit the link below for more information and resources on Gratitude: https://www.tinyurl.com/Ep12-Gratitude

Thanks for joining us for a spotlight on Self-control, one of the 24 VIA Character Strengths. We hope to provide a focus for you as you go through your day, and hope to support a specific strength 'lens' in your conversations and activities. Spotting and intentionally using Character Strengths supports wellbeing in individuals and helps to build and deepen relationships. This is episode 11 of 24 - visit the link below for more information and resources on Self-control: https://www.tinyurl.com/Ep11-Self-control

Thanks for joining us for a spotlight on Honesty, one of the 24 VIA Character Strengths. We hope to provide a focus for you as you go through your day, and hope to support a specific strength 'lens' in your conversations and activities. Spotting and intentionally using Character Strengths supports wellbeing in individuals and helps to build and deepen relationships. This is episode 10 of 24 - visit the link below for more information and resources on Honesty: https://www.tinyurl.com/Ep10-Honesty

Thanks for joining us for a spotlight on Hope, one of the 24 VIA Character Strengths. We hope to provide a focus for you as you go through your day, and hope to support a specific strength 'lens' in your conversations and activities. Spotting and intentionally using Character Strengths supports wellbeing in individuals and helps to build and deepen relationships. This is episode 9 of 24 - visit the link below for more information and resources on Hope: https://www.tinyurl.com/Ep9-Hope

Thanks for joining us for a spotlight on Modesty, one of the 24 VIA Character Strengths. We hope to provide a focus for you as you go through your day, and hope to support a specific strength 'lens' in your conversations and activities. Spotting and intentionally using Character Strengths supports wellbeing in individuals and helps to build and deepen relationships. This is episode 8 of 24 - visit the link below for more information and resources on Modesty: https://www.tinyurl.com/Ep8-Modesty

Thanks for joining us for a spotlight on Creativity, one of the 24 VIA Character Strengths. We hope to provide a focus for you as you go through your day, and hope to support a specific strength 'lens' in your conversations and activities. Spotting and intentionally using Character Strengths supports wellbeing in individuals and helps to build and deepen relationships. This is episode 7 of 24 - visit the link below for more information and resources on Creativity: https://www.tinyurl.com/Ep7-Creativity

Thanks for joining us for a spotlight on Leadership, one of the 24 VIA Character Strengths. We hope to provide a focus for you as you go through your day, and hope to support a specific strength 'lens' in your conversations and activities. Spotting and intentionally using Character Strengths supports wellbeing in individuals and helps to build and deepen relationships. This is episode 6 of 24 - visit the link below for more information and resources on Leadership: https://www.tinyurl.com/Ep6-Leadership

Thanks for joining us for a spotlight on Bravery, one of the 24 VIA Character Strengths. We hope to provide a focus for you as you go through your day, and hope to support a specific strength 'lens' in your conversations and activities. Spotting and intentionally using Character Strengths supports wellbeing in individuals and helps to build and deepen relationships. This is episode 5 of 24 - visit the link below for more information and resources on Bravery: https://www.tinyurl.com/Ep5-Bravery

Thanks for joining us for a spotlight on Love of Learning, one of the 24 VIA Character Strengths. We hope to provide a focus for you as you go through your day, and hope to support a specific strength 'lens' in your conversations and activities. Spotting and intentionally using Character Strengths supports wellbeing in individuals and helps to build and deepen relationships. This is episode 4 of 24 - visit the link below for more information and resources on Love of Learning: https://www.tinyurl.com/Ep4-LoveofLearning

Thanks for joining us for a spotlight on Humour & Playfulness, one of the 24 VIA Character Strengths. We hope to provide a focus for you as you go through your day, and hope to support a specific strength 'lens' in your conversations and activities. Spotting and intentionally using Character Strengths supports wellbeing in individuals and helps to build and deepen relationships. This is episode 3 of 24 - visit the link below for more information and resources on Humour & Playfulness: https://www.tinyurl.com/Ep3-Humour

Thanks for joining us for a spotlight on Prudence, one of the 24 VIA Character Strengths. We hope to provide a focus for you as you go through your day, and hope to support a specific strength 'lens' in your conversations and activities. Spotting and intentionally using Character Strengths supports wellbeing in individuals and helps to build and deepen relationships. This is episode 2 of 24 - visit the link below for more information and resources on Prudence: https://www.tinyurl.com/Ep2-Prudence

Thanks for joining us for a spotlight on Kindness, one of the 24 VIA Character Strengths. We hope to provide a focus for you as you go through your day, and hope to support a specific strength 'lens' in your conversations and activities. Spotting and intentionally using Character Strengths supports wellbeing in individuals and helps to build and deepen relationships. This is episode 1 of 24 - visit the link below for more information and resources on Kindness: http://www.tinyurl.com/Ep1-Kindness

Welcome to episode six of the "For Flourishing’s Sake" podcast!  After a few weeks of featured guests, I wanted to come back to you myself today and talk about something that I am passionate about.  Positive Relationships have been mentioned by me and my guests in previous episodes.  I also recently read an excellent interview with Andrew Cowley, author of “The Wellbeing Toolkit”, in which he stressed the importance of positive relationships in schools (incidentally, listen out for Andrew in a future episode of this very podcast!).  There is a good reason why positive relationships are being highlighted so much in education; they are crucial to wellbeing and flourishing, and not just in an educational context. Think back to your best and worst moment in the last week.  I bet that at least one of those has something to do with your interaction with another human being.  There is much research evidence to show that having good social relationships and a solid social support network are key contributors to happiness and mental health, as well as to physical wellbeing.  If you have a few minutes, I strongly recommend watching the “What makes a good life?” TED talk by Robert Waldringer, where he outlines lessons learnt from the longest ever study on happiness! Within a school setting, there is ample research to suggest that positive relationships help to increase resilience and overall wellbeing of pupils and staff, improve academic attainment, critical thinking and self-esteem, and increase attendance and learning engagement. Positive relationships include the relationships between pupils, between staff and between staff and pupils, but beyond that, the research points to the benefits of fostering strong community links, too.   One example of this was demonstrated beautifully by Lois Banks in Episode four, but today, I want to focus on one simple relationships-boosting strengths-based activity you can do either with pupils or staff, or even in mixed pupil-staff groups. This activity - “Secret Strengths List” - is featured in mine and Elizabeth Wright’s book, “Character Toolkit for Teachers”.  It’s always a popular activity in our INSET and CPD workshops! I was first introduced to this activity by my Positive Relationships module tutor, Evie Rosset, during my MSc in Applied Positive Psychology[1]: Get each participant to write their name at the top of a blank sheet of paper, then give them an allocated amount of time - I like to play uplifting background music during the activity - and ask them to walk around the room writing down strengths they’ve observed for each person.  They can use the VIA Character Strengths, but they don’t have to.  I still have my piece of paper, with strengths identified by people who had only known me for a few days at that point, and whenever I need a boost, I look up at the notice board and read what people wrote about me.  It’s a fantastic feel-good activity with lasting relationship- and wellbeing-boosting effects! Try it out in school and let me know how it goes! Meanwhile, I look forward to our next appointment in a week’s time.  Until then….For Flourishing’s Sake, have a great week!   [1] Rosset adapted this activity from ‘Strength Notes’ activity (p.112): Bourner, T., Grenville-Cleave, B. and Rospigliosi, A. (2014) 101 Activities for Happiness Workshops.  Printed by Createspace, an Amazon.com company.   Everyday Hero - 60 second version (Corporate, motivational, you tube, podcast) Music by Pond5

As a positive psychologist (Psy.D.) Maria Sirois focuses on the resilience of the human spirit, particularly when under chronic stress, during significant transitions, and/or feeling the shock of wholesale change. As she describes it in the interview: "My understanding of those who choose to work in the arena of social justice is that they're willing to face a kind of chronic overwhelming stress whether you're looking at social justice on behalf of the planet and climate change or other species or social justice in terms of humanity in general — those organizations tend to have a chronic steady state of stress with periodic peaks of acute crisis... [my work is about] how do we do well in the worst moments... what does thriving look like? And who might we be at our best?"Maria brings a depth of experience in personal and leadership development for corporate and non‐profit professionals, as well as community members, parents, and those who serve in the health and wellness arenas. In this episode, Maria focuses on three positive psychology and organizational tools:  - Establishing a gratitude practice. Expressing gratitude at work not only is a good thing to do but also benefits individuals and organizations in specific and surprising ways. - Appreciative inquiry. Instead of asking what's going wrong how did we fail who's responsible for it, organizations using an appreciative inquiry approach are “inquiring toward the good”: what is going right and how do we have good things happen more often?  - Identifying and leading from personal and organizational strengths. Rather than “fixing” what’s wrong with yourself or your organization, why not put more attention into what you already do well? Recognizing and using your strengths is a more efficient and effective fan fixing what is wrong.Resources mentioned in this episode:VIA Character Strengths https://www.viacharacter.org/David Cooperider, Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Universityhttps://www.davidcooperrider.com/Sonjia Lyubomirsky, University University of California, Riverside http://sonjalyubomirsky.com/Robert Emmons, Greater Good Science Center, University of Californiahttps://greatergood.berkeley.edu/profile/robert_emmonsBarbara Fredrickson at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill https://www.pursuit-of-happiness.org/history-of-happiness/barb-fredrickson/Maria Sirois, VP of Curriculum, Whole Being Institute https://wholebeinginstitute.com/maria-sirois/

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Summary   The self-fulfilling prophecy describes how our expectations of others can lead them to act in a way that confirms those expectations. As leaders it’s time to reset our expectations so we can get the best out of our people and stop holding them back.     Transcript   Hello and welcome to episode 26 of the Leadership Today Podcast where each week we tackle one of today’s biggest leadership challenges. This week we’re looking at self-fulfilling prophecies, and why we get what we expect. It’s a sunny Wednesday in 1932 as the CEO of Last National Bank walks towards his desk. The bank is thriving and financially strong, and Cartright Millingville is rightly proud of the business he oversees. But as he continues past the tellers, he notices the queue of people lining up is much longer than usual - nothing to worry about at this point, but certainly different to most Wednesday mornings. As he takes a seat at this desk the noise and activity in the bank gradually grows, with people becoming increasingly unruly. And that’s because this is no ordinary day - hundreds of people are lining up to withdraw all of their funds from the bank, having heard a rumour of the bank’s imminent collapse. Despite the bank’s strong financial position, it could not survive the initially false, but ultimately true, perception that it might be at risk. The bank collapsed and closed its doors permanently the same day. The false perception became fact. The sociologist Robert Merton shares this example in his classic 1948 paper - The Self-Fulfilling Prophecy. In the paper he describes how our expectations can influence the world around us. Thinking that a financial institution is at risk of collapse can ultimately lead to its collapse. In the same way, our expectations of others can lead them to behave in line with these expectations. Merton defines the self-fulfilling prophecy as “a false definition of the situation evoking a new behaviour which makes the originally false conception come true.” And, of course, this outcome strengthens the original perception of the situation, as Merton continues “for the prophet will cite the actual course of events as proof that he was right from the very beginning”. A common example of a self-fulfilling prophecy is the placebo effect. In drug trials, prospective new medications are put up against placebo pills. These placebo pills have no direct physical impact on the individual. But believing that a placebo tablet will have an impact is often enough for it to actually have that impact. For that reason, finding drugs that work better than placebos can be difficult. It’s not that a placebo is neutral - the expectation the person has of the placebo tablet actually makes that outcome more likely. More recent research demonstrates that the placebo effect is so strong, it can still work even when the person knows that they’re taking a placebo. By way of example, Dr Ted Kaptchuk treated patients with irritable bowel syndrome by giving them a tablet openly identified to the patient as a placebo. This group demonstrated significant improvement in their symptoms compared to a group that didn’t receive a placebo. As Dr Kaptchuck notes, this clearly can’t work for all medical issues. However he sees the greatest potential for so called ‘open-label’ placebo treatments in conditions that are largely measured through self-observation - conditions including pain, nausea and fatigue. Placebo tablets and treatments are a great example of the self-fulfilling prophecy. Classic experiments in schools have also shown the impact of the self-fulfilling prophecy. In the 1960s, Rosenthal and Jacobsen undertook a series of experiments with teachers and students. In one experiment, they chose a group of students at random and told teachers that those children had taken a test which showed they were “growth spurters” - that they had high potential and were likely to experience great progress in the year to come. The children weren’t aware of this finding - only the teachers knew. But the group was actually not special - they hadn’t taken a test and had no reason to advance more quickly than their peers. At the end of the year the evidence was in - the students identified as “growth spurters” to the teachers demonstrated significantly greater improvement across the year than their peers. Believing a student had greater potential led them to demonstrate greater potential. This research has been replicated many times and while some more recent research has questioned the size of the effect, the effect is still there. So how does this work? It’s believed teachers’ expectations impact the way they treat their students and this, in turn, changes the behaviour of the students, helping them to reach those expectations. If I think a student has high potential, I’ll treat them differently, by giving them more opportunities to develop and demonstrate this potential. Research has found this same effect alive and well in our organisations too, where supervisor expectations can modify performance. Which raises another point - having low expectations can also lead people to reduced performance. As a leader, findings like these should make us pause and think: What expectations do I have of my people? What evidence do I have for these expectations? Are my expectations limiting the performance and potential of my people? What if we wiped the slate clean as leaders and expected more out of our people? What impact might that have? What if we expect that people turn up to work wanting to do a good job. That people can and want to develop and improve. That if the conditions are right, people can deliver even more than what we expect of them. While we’re at it, what expectations do we have of ourselves? Are there limiting beliefs you have about yourself that lead people to treat you differently? Perhaps you don’t expect to get a promotion, and this leads others to see you as less worthy of a promotion. Perhaps you joke about being lazy, which leads others to see you as lazy. You might take some time this week to consider your strengths. One way to do this is to take a survey like the VIA Character Strengths which can help identify your unique strengths. Embracing your strengths will help you to present more confidently to others, and change the way they view you in line with the expectations you place on yourself. Let me know how you go, and have a great week.     References   The Self-Fulfilling ProphecyAuthor(s): Robert K. MertonSource: The Antioch Review, Vol. 8, No. 2 (Summer, 1948), pp. 193-210 https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/placebo-can-work-even-know-placebo-201607079926 Eden, D. (1984). Self-fulfilling prophecy as a management tool: Harnessing Pygmalion. The Academy of Management Review, 9(1), 64-73. VIA Character Strengths Survey - available free - www.viacharacter.org/www/Character-Strengths-Survey

I’m going to invite people into the process of my next project related to human intelligence and the need to rethink the way we see intelligence. In this first episode about it, I talk about Multiple Intelligence according to Howard Gardner and also about VIA Character Strengths. At the end, I invite people to take my in-progress screening survey on multiple intelligence and the VIA survey. The link for those are both listed below. Take the VIA survey first so you can tell me what your top 5 character strengths are in my survey. https://www.viacharacter.org/www/Character-Strengths-SurveyMy First Draft of a Multiple Intelligence Survey: https://goo.gl/forms/L1jEngE4yQ5hujMV2 My goal with all of this is to use a combination of questionnaire, interview by a trained coach, and if possible, field assessments. I will be looking for volunteers for the initial pilot testing. If you want to be considered, please do both the VIA survey followed by my survey and you may be contacted for follow-up. Please note, this survey is not about identifying people as intelligent or not but rather about the hope of identifying individual’s dominant intelligence and strength.

There is one big secret that you aren’t hearing much about to help you be more productive. We break down that big secret on today’s episode. For more discussion join the AntiHustle Nation Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/antihustlenation/ Discussed on the show: Gallup Strength Finder - https://www.gallup.com/press/176429/strengthsfinder.aspx VIA Character Strengths - http://www.viacharacter.org/www/

Are you looking to find more meaning in your life, or are you trying to discover your purpose? Do you want a boost in happiness, or need that extra drive and positivity to help you reach your goal? Research based on using one’s strengths has repeatedly found it provides a boost to happiness and a reduction in depression, lasting for up to 6 months! That’s right, even if you just do it for a week, that lasting impact can stay with you for up to 6 months. During this solo round I share with you the importance of using your signature strengths and how to integrate them in your everyday life to help come more fully alive. Take the VIA Character Strengths assessment here - http://www.viacharacter.org/www Remember to share this episode with your friends and family who would also find this helpful. You can follow me on Instagram at @davejorna (www.instagram.com/davejorna) and @dolifebetterpodcast (www.instagram.com/dolifebetterpodcast). To contact us about retreats, leadership training and workshops visit www.projecthatch.com.au or email us at hello@projecthatch.com.au. Remember to subscribe to, rate and review the podcast to help spread the do life better message. Now, go out there and create a great day.

Isabel talks with Kim Rigden, associate director of accreditation at IAED. They discuss the philosophy of catching people doing it right, strengths-based feedback formulas, and common hurdles to accreditation. For Your Information: Due to the complex nature of the task/type distinction of feedback, IAED created strengths-based feedback so the ED-Q does NOT have to figure out if a task is a promotion task (creative) or prevention task (accuracy-based) and react accordingly with positive or negative feedback. For more information, see the following article. Link to Kim's previous podcast: https://aedrjournal.org/o-come-all-ye-burned-out-with-kim-rigden/ ACE Online Site: https://accreditation.emergencydispatch.org/ Link to the Race to ACE Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1025994800869995/ Kim's reading recommendations: Via Character Strengths: http://www.viacharacter.org/www/ When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing by Dan Pink Want to get involved in a study? Have a question? Email us at dispatchindepth @ emergencydispatch (dot) org

Isabel talks with Kim Rigden, associate director of accreditation at IAED. They discuss the philosophy of catching people doing it right, strengths-based feedback formulas, and common hurdles to accreditation.   For Your Information: Due to the complex nature of the task/type distinction of feedback, IAED created strengths-based feedback so the ED-Q does NOT have to figure out if a task is a promotion task (creative) or prevention task (accuracy-based) and react accordingly with positive or negative feedback. For more information, see the following article: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/229898940_Task_type_as_a_moderator_of_positivenegative_feedback_effects_on_motivation_and_performance_A_regulatory_focus_perspective   Link to Kim’s previous podcast: https://aedrjournal.org/o-come-all-ye-burned-out-with-kim-rigden/ ACE Online Site: https://accreditation.emergencydispatch.org/ Link to the Race to ACE Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1025994800869995/   Kim’s reading recommendations: Via Character Strengths: http://www.viacharacter.org/www/ When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing by Dan Pink   Want to get involved in a study? Have a question? Email us at dispatchindepth @ emergencydispatch (dot) org

Welcome to “Building Championship Mindsets. | the Podcast!” From the LockerRoom to the BoardRoom, our purpose is to help individuals, teams, and organizations understand and leverage the power of Mindset and Leadership to drive results and achieve sustainable performance excellence.     Dr. Amber Selking is the Mental Performance Consultant for Head Coach Brian Kelly and the Notre Dame Football team, and does speaking and training for sports teams and business organizations around the globe. She is an adjunct Professor in the Mendoza College of Business at the University of Notre Dame, where she teaches Strategic Human Resource Management. Prior to returning to graduate school, she worked in HR for a global manufacturing company, working at both the corporate and plant operation levels. Dr. Selking received her PhD in Applied Sport Psychology from the University of Missouri under Dr. Rick McGuire, her master’s degree in Sport and Performance Psychology from the University of Denver, and her bachelor’s degree in Management Consulting from the University of Notre Dame. At ND, Amber played soccer for the Fighting Irish before injury ended her career, after which she founded Notre Dame Christian Athletes (NDCA) in the ND Athletic Department. She currently resides in South Bend, Indiana, with her husband, Aaron, and their Doberman Pinscher, Rockne.    Leadership Principle 1 | KNOW THY SELF. Mindset Principle 1 | Mindfulness    Championship Leadership Training |  Lead In: Complete the VIA Character Strengths assessment, and write down a creative way that you can exercise each of your Top 5 character strengths this week. Lead Out: Write a Legacy Plaque that you hope would be hung in your building once you retire from your current team or organization.     Please get on iTunes to rate us and write a review for us! We are excited to complimentarily share this content with our audience, and your rates and reviews will enable us to continue sharing quality content. Also, please share the podcast on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and any other social media that you use, so we can continue Building Championship Mindsets around the world!    Thank you to our amazing sponsor, Brightview Medical. Check them out here to see how they are revolutionizing the healthcare industry.  If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please email Dr. Selking at amber@selkingperformance.com    Referenced Links:  Email me to schedule a speaking engagement!: amber@selkingperformance.com  Check out our TWO E-BOOKS! "A Dream Come True: the Buzz on Greatness" & "Winner's Circle"   Selking Performance Group (SPG) Website: www.selkingperformance.com   Check out all our social media platforms for more Mindset & Leadership development!  Follow SPG on Twitter: @ChampMindsets Check us out on Instagram: @selkingperformance  Like SPG on Facebook: Selking Performance Group  Email me to schedule a speaking engagement!: amber@selkingperformance.com    Referenced Articles:  Linked In article on A,B, and C players at work 

Values are important to understand and live by, but they can be difficult to articulate and explain. Tune in to learn the value of understanding your own values and how to define them. For more on the work we are doing at pLink Leadership, visit our website www.plinkcoachingcenter.com #thinkplink #thebrightside

This episode refers to the benefits that I have received from using the Via Character Strengths test, and my belief that it is helpful for leaders to know how to use both their signature strengths and their middle and lesser strengths. The Via Institute on Character can be found at http://www.viacharacter.org/www/ The Character Strengths Test can be found at https://www.viacharacter.org/survey/account/register The Via Me! report that I mention in the podcast can be found at http://www.viacharacter.org/www/Resources-Courses-Reports/The-VIA-Me-Report I really encourage you to at least do the free test and get the short form report.