Agile Self-Development

When we think about the next chapter of our career, most of us jump straight to answers. What should I do next?  What role makes sense?  What would I even change? But that’s not actually where to start. In product, we don’t begin with solutions.  We start with discovery. In this episode, I walk through what it looks like to apply that same thinking to your own life and career—starting with assumpt...

For most of our careers, we’re taught how to climb the ladder. Work hard. Learn more. Get promoted. Take the next opportunity. But what happens after you’ve been climbing for twenty or thirty years? In this relaunch episode of Agile Self-Development , Helene Amster Kopel introduces a new direction for the podcast and a concept she calls the second chapter of work and life . Many professionals spen...

In this heart-centered episode of The Agile Self-Development Podcast , Helene returns a raja yoga class after a long time away — and is unexpectedly reintroduced to the powerful principle of ahimsa : the practice of non-harming. What begins as a quiet moment in a Raja yoga class becomes a soul-deep reflection on how we treat ourselves. This episode invites you to explore how subtle self-harm shows...

Artificial intelligence is showing up everywhere—from work emails to vacation planning—but did you know it can also support your personal growth? In this episode of Agile Self-Development , Helene explains how tools like ChatGPT can become your brainstorming buddy, personal coach, and idea generator—all without needing to be a “techy.” You’ll learn what prompt engineering really means (spoiler: it...

It’s been awhile but I’m back with a new episode to share how to use an agile approach to break out of your funk.  Visit us at  http://www.agileselfdevelopment.com !

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Listen in for the benefits of mental health days and how to plan to make the best of them! Visit us at  http://www.agileselfdevelopment.com !

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Mental Fortitude is described as mental and emotional strength in facing difficulty, adversity, danger, or temptation courageously. My guest on this episode is David Theriot, an ultrarunner and coach who understands that mental fortitude is pivotal to his success, very much akin to life's many other challenges. David Theriot is an ultrarunner and coach who started running later in life after...

In today's episode, we delve into the fascinating topic of self-awareness and its importance in our lives. Self-awareness is the ability to introspect and understand one's thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. We'll discuss why self-awareness matters, how to cultivate it, and the benefits it can bring to our personal and professional lives. Visit http://www.agileselfdevelopment.com and...

On this episode, you'll hear from Dr Robert Pepper, author of Some People Don’t Want What They Say They Want , and a therapist who’s been running groups for over twenty-five years and has a special gift in helping member’s resolve conflicts with relationships, both personal and professional. In group therapy, members learn to resolve obstacles to developing healthy relationships through inter...

Have you found yourself feeling “exhausted” and to the point of feeling overwhelmed and depressed? Well you’re not alone. Business and Life coach Joey Drolshagen is back with us to share how exhaustion is leading to a skyrocketing number of people experiencing depression and ways we can avoid the pitfall. Joey Drolshagen is a master mindset coach, author and Professional Speaker; and founder of th...

On this episode, we talk to Dupe Witherick who says being alcohol free is a choice and does not need to happen only when you hit rock bottom and that even normal drinkers may question their relationship with alcohol, wondering if it’s really serving them. Dupe Witherick is an Accredited Alcohol Free Wellbeing and Transformational Coach who believes that being alcohol free is a super power and make...

On this episode, I speak with Rachel Richter who says disconnection is the driving force of negative outcomes in our organizations and lives, and by increasing connection  we can unlock greater prosperity. Alignment is the catalyst needed to for increased connection. When people come to Rachel for answers, she often starts with this simple question “Where do you want to create greater alignment an...

On this epsode, I speak with Marni Goldman, author of True To Myself: Peace, Love, Marni." As the daughter of a drug-addicted mother, Marni survived a life of depression, ADHD, childhood PTSD, anxiety, and a leukemia diagnosis. In her book – part memoir and part inspiration – Marni takes readers on a journey from unimaginable pain to physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.  Today, Marni Go...

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Final episode of season 2, a recap of my reminder lessons learned the hard way throughout 2022. Stay tuned for Season 3, coming soon!  Visit us at  http://www.agileselfdevelopment.com !

On this episode, we hear from David Richman, author of Winning in the Middle of the Pack and Cycle of Lives.  In his most recent book, Cycle of Lives, David shares stories of people overcoming trauma and delves deeply into their emotional journeys with cancer. These stories are interwoven amongst the narrative of David’s solo 5,000-mile bike ride to go meet the book participants whom he had been i...

If you describe a woman as a Renaissance woman, you mean that she has a wide range of abilities and interests, especially in the arts and sciences. I like to consider myself one of those with my day job in technology and outside interests in podcasting, yoga, improv and more. But wait until you hear about my guest today. There are so many layers to this onion that I knew I wanted to talk to her bu...

An unhealed betrayal impacts our health, work, and relationships. Unfortunately, too many of us know first hand what it feels like to be betrayed.  On this episode, my guest is Dr. Debi Silber, founder of the PBT (Post Betrayal Transformation) Institute. Debi is a holistic psychologist, the author of Trust Again, and International bestselling author of: The Unshakable Woman AND From Hardened to He...

Today's guest  is Sam LaCrosse, author of Value Economics, The Study of Identity . When I was introduced to Sam, he was described as just a regular guy, “a nobody. He hasn't done anything amazing. He is not extraordinary or impressive. He doesn't even have a Wikipedia entry. He's just an ordinary guy from Cleveland, Ohio, who now lives an ordinary life in Austin, Texas.”  Here’...

When I received a DM on LinkedIn from Michael André Ford, I took a look at a his profile and was instantly intrigued by his headline mentioning talking to angels...not your typical LinkedIn profile. The conversation shifted from how he can help me by connecting me to angels to how he helps others through this work, and having him join me on the show.  Michael André Ford is an angel intuitive whose...

Glossophobia, or the fear of public speaking, is one of the most common fears out there. In fact, some experts estimate that as much as 77% of people have some level of anxiety regarding public speaking. Yet for many of us, it’s something we may have to do as part of our jobs or community. My guest today is Eddie Rice, Author of Toast: Short Speeches, Big Impact. Eddie is a speechwriter and public...

“My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.” —Maya Angelou This quote opens the book  Finally Thriving - Your Guide to Empowered Wellness, from Allison Pelot who is the guest on this episode. When I’d gotten a request to have a self described holistic fitness trainer, nutrition and energy coach on the sho...

In the personal growth and self-help world, we often hear people talk about being stuck. But what does that really mean and what does it mean to get unstuck? On this episode, you'll meet Maria Lizza Bowen, author of the book “REFLECT - a perspective on understanding your reality and becoming unstuck.” Maria Lizza Bowen is a Scientist and Director of Oncology Clinical Development with nearly 3...