Resourced & Resourceful Leadership

In this episode, I share my journey from coaching client to coach (which still includes being a coaching client at times!) and what I've come to believe about what makes coaching truly transformative. That path runs through years of community organizing and systems-change work, where I first experienced coaching as a tool for grounded, values-driven leadership. I reflect on what drew me to an appr...

This episode marks 26 weeks of Resourced and Resourceful Leadership — halfway to my goal of a year of weekly episodes. To celebrate, I’m in conversation with my 9-year-old daughter about student leadership, learning new skills, taking responsibility, creativity, humor, and what it means to get things done well. Let's Connect! www.drchristinepetit.com LinkedIn: Christine E. Petit, PhD Instagram: @h...

In this episode, I share three books that shaped my life during critical moments: Succulent Wild Woman: Dancing with Your Wonder-Full Self by SARK Black Feminist Thought: Knowledge, Consciousness, and the Politics of Empowerment by Patricia Hill Collins Being Peace by Thich Nhat Hanh Each of these books connects to core pillars of my life and leadership: creativity, critical thinking/a commitment...

In this episode, I talk with David McGill-Soriano, author of Neighborhood Kid , about his experiences growing up in Long Beach’s Washington neighborhood; organizing with young people to make their communities better; and lessons in life, leadership, and neighborhood change. I left this conversation feeling hopeful and inspired, and I bet you will too. Check out David's book Neighborhood Kid: Don't...

In this episode, I offer a personal reflection on the passing of Catherine O'Hara and what her role as Moira Rose and the show Schitt's Creek has meant to me over the years. Let's Connect! www.drchristinepetit.com LinkedIn: Christine E. Petit, PhD Instagram: @hereandnowjoy | @ drchristinepetit.com I'd Love to Hear From You! Leave a Message: www.speakpipe.com/rrlpodcast Get Support for Your Goals a...

In this episode, I share a poem that’s stayed with me since high school, wander through stories about creativity, leadership, comedy, and ethical storytelling, and offer a few behind-the-scenes updates on what’s coming next for the podcast. I also share a concrete way to support a family impacted by ICE detention, as a reminder to do what we can, where we are. Thank you for being along for the jou...

This episode is pulling threads from previous episodes and a hodgepodge of other things on my mind: grammar, ICE, adaptogens, Queen Anne's Cordial Cherries, intuitive eating, community lunches, play, and more! Media and Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Gordon Edgar's Sunday Lists & More: https://www.patreon.com/Gordonzola Book: Was That Racist? How to Detect, Interrupt, and Unlearn Bias in...

This episode is an unpolished and unscripted reflection of how I'm understanding the current moment. I share how I’m making sense of the current news cycle, the ongoing reality of ICE raids, and the violence and fear impacting our communities. I talk about how my academic work studying law enforcement and policing, my experiences documenting police activity, and my life as a mother shape the way I...

In this episode, I talk with one of my best friends, the Honorable Jeannine Pearce. Jeannine is a former Long Beach City Council member, mom, community leader, and scholar. Jeannine shares some of her personal story, which includes many traumatic experiences, as well as experiences of deep love and passions that shape the person she is today. We talk about community organizing, parenting and co-pa...

In this episode, I’m using goal-setting as a very thin excuse to talk about one of the most concrete goals I set in 2025—and actually met: completing 130 workouts. Yes, there’s a little bragging. Mostly humble. The year started very slowly, fell way behind by June, and then picked up real momentum in the second half—until I hit my goal before Christmas. I share about: Setting a goal that’s clear,...

Helen Chin is a movement facilitator and liberatory coach, and the sacredness of this work to her shines through in this conversation. We talk about how we met, fond memories of Laurie Jones Neighbors , Helen's coaching and business journeys, spirit and mindfulness, and more. Some conversations leave you better, and this was definitely one of them for me. I hope it is for you as well. Sacred Tune-...

Before planting next year's seeds, it's time to integrate this year's lessons, celebrations, pain, and joy. Bianca Gabrielle offered the following reflection questions on integration and creativity as part of her The Everyday Artist (TEA) Community : What is my relationship to taking time for integration? What parts of integration feel easy? What parts feel challenging? What am I proud of this yea...

This episode, an interview with Mindy Friedman, follows the format of Amy Poehler's Good Hang podcast. First, I "talk good" behind Mindy's back with her friend and former fellow rabble-rouser, Kelly McAnnany. Then we dive into the heart of the conversation, which spans so many topics, from law and data evaluation to Zumba, coaching to karaoke, parenthood to podcasts, and more! Finally, we wrap it...

I first came across Stations by Audre Lorde in my early 20s, and it's a poem I've come back to over and over for the past 20 years. In this episode, I share the poem and what it means to me. I also leave you with some reflection questions: What are you waiting for? What might it mean to not wait? And if, like me, you could use a little spaciousness today, How might you carve out a little space for...

Emily Duval Ledger has learned a lot about life and leadership over the years, and now she's challenging herself to do it on roller skates. Emily describes herself as a personal trainer, business coach, nature nerd, roller skater, and, with a question mark, she adds "joy bringer." Although I sometimes grumble when she brings cones as part of my workout or pushes me with her tenacious optimism, I c...

I like being alive, and it's bittersweet to be a human navigating this world with joy and grief. In this episode, I share some of my favorite practices for tending to grief. I also share some sources of inspiration, including songs by Dar Williams and Nina Simone. After All by Dar Williams: https://youtu.be/5hjikOI2BkQ?si=OW-KHNXqq9hag48P Ain't Got No ... I've Got Life by Nina Simone: https://yout...

In this episode, I’m speaking to all the parents, caregivers, and teachers out there—and to anyone who wants to strengthen their self-leadership through compassion and reflection. I share the story of how my Creative Parent, Mindful Parent journaling project began in the early days of the pandemic and explore how creativity and mindfulness continue to support me in both parenting and leadership. H...

This episode includes listener feedback, a remembrance of Laurie Jones Neighbors, and some resources on rest. More about Laurie: https://citiesandpeople.com/cities-and-people-blog/ljn-in-memoriam Rest Resources: Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith's Tedx Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/saundra_dalton_smith_the_real_reason_why_we_are_tired_and_what_to_do_about_it More on the 7 Types of Rest: https://www.start...

Listen in to this interview of Dr. Naida Tushnet, a community activist whose activism spans many decades, issues, and approaches. In our conversation, we talk about Naida’s work for peace and justice and the throughline of advocating for and organizing with marginalized communities across issues that she’s been involved in over the years and that are particularly compelling to her at this moment i...

Wednesday, October 22nd, marked one year since I held a memorial for my mom at sea. In this episode, I reflect on our final years together, the memorial, my hopes for my relationship with my daughter, and intergenerational healing. Leave Me a Message: www.speakpipe.com/rrlpodcast Connect: www.drchristinepetit.com LinkedIn: Christine E. Petit, PhD Instagram: @hereandnowjoy | @ drchristinepetit.com

I'm coming up on my second anniversary of being all-in on my coaching and consulting business. In this episode, I reflect on how to go from full-time employment to running your own business. Along the way, I share insights from Dana Miranda of Healthy Rich and Rachel Rodgers from Hello7, and add my own experiences to what they've shared in these podcast episodes: Hello Seven Podcast by Rachel Rodg...

In this episode of the Resourced and Resourceful Leadership podcast, I dig a little deeper into difficult conversations and how to partner with curiosity as a powerful ally in them. I share inspirations from my teenage years to present, including what I'm learning in a course on Mediation & Conflict Management through the Program on Negotiation at Harvard Law School. Instant Download: Get your...

Is there a conversation that you’ve been meaning to have, but you don’t quite know how to approach it? Is there something you feel you need to speak up about but find yourself hesitating? If so, I got you. In this episode, I share the what, why, and how of difficult conversations along with my real-world experiences and free guide with some of my favorite resources to get grounded and show up to d...

If you're feeling overwhelmed by the state of the world and the barrage of bad news, this episode is for you. This podcast is an invitation to "do what you can where you are" to promote more healing and justice in the world. If you're feeling stuck, I offer ideas and questions to help you think creatively and take tiny, imperfect next steps. If you're already engaged in social change work, this ep...

The world needs what you uniquely have to contribute. No need to wait until you're "ready." No need to strive for perfection. No need to have a massive impact on day 1. Getting started, one tiny, imperfect step at a time, is what's most important. In this episode of Resourced & Resourceful Leadership, I encourage you to get started on whatever you'd like to create or move towards by sharing le...