Infuse Compassion

Kindness and compassion don’t require great acts of bravery, huge investments of time, or gigantic donations of money. Simple acts of kindness can have profound impact. In this episode, we talk with Brad Aronson, best-selling author of “HumanKind: Changing the World One Small Act At a Time.” Brad shares some of his favorite illustrations from this collection of kind acts that changed lives and lif...

Who are the leaders who had the most profound impact on you? This is one of the questions Amy and Mark discuss as they reflect on their conversation with Chester Elton. Chester pointed out that leaders play three key roles: coach, teacher, and mentor. In this episode we cover: - The importance of these three roles in leaders. - Examples of these three roles for leaders. - The importance for leader...

What would you ask of one of the world’s leading authorities on building strong teams and cultures in organizations? In this episode we are joined by “The Apostle of Appreciation,” co-founder of The Culture Works, Chester Elton. We pick Chester’s brain to get tips based on his decades of experience in coaching leaders and teams. In this episode, you’ll learn: • The power of knowing your people’s s...

Fateful conversations are those that have momentous significance or consequences. Amy and Mark share their thoughts from our conversation with Cheri Torres and Jackie Stavros, authors of “Conversations Worth Having” in the last episode. In this episode, we discuss: - More about the brain science behind conversations, particularly how emotions can interfere with our ability to have Conversations Wo...

We engage in conversations so often that we sometimes forget the impact those conversations can have. Today we get a double dose of guests with the co-authors of “Conversations Worth Having,” Jackie Stavros and Cheri Torres. We dig into how we can make sure our conversations matter more often. In this episode you’ll learn: - The four types of conversations we can have and how to create more conver...

Compassionate leadership starts with compassion for yourself. In this episode, Amy and Mark reflect on the conversation with Dr. Kasi Lacey about how our thoughts impact our ability to lead and serve others effectively. We explore further the dangers and possibilities of comparison and the negative thoughts that sometimes hold us back. We also discuss: - How to feed your inner critic in appropriat...

Sometimes the bad examples start something good. In this episode of the Infuse Compassion podcast, we talk with Dr. Kasi Lacey (yes, it rhymes), whose journey to help create more positive, impactful leaders stemmed from seeing leaders who were creating negative impact. Get ready to take notes as Dr. Lacey teaches us: - Three ways we compare and how to compare in a more healthy way. - The power in...

We feel differently about costs than we do about investments. Sometimes we think of the time spent on restoring difficult relationships as a cost, but it’s an investment. In this episode, Amy and Mark reflect on their conversation with Greg Stephens from last week’s Infuse Compassion podcast. Listen in as we discuss: How fear always distracts us from our ultimate goal. The danger in listening to y...

Do you feel like some relationships in your life are “impossible”? You may avoid these people or feel stress whenever you have to talk with them. In this episode of the Infuse Compassion podcast we talk with Greg Stephens, author of “The Art of Restoring Impossible Relationships.” Greg believes that our limiting beliefs and lack of skills are key components that make relationships seem impossible....

Everyone can have an impact on Kindness Worldwide – not just the organization but the movement. Amy and Mark reflect on our conversation with Kevin Smith, founder of Kindness Worldwide and a man on a mission of significance to all of us. Kevin’s experience with a profound act of kindness led him to believe “God’s Angels are everywhere.” How can you become one of those angels? And who are the angel...

Today's guest, Kevin Smith, shares the journey from a single incident of kindness to the creation of Kindness Worldwide, an emerging movement to get individuals, government officials, and business leaders to commit to kindness to drive their decisions and better outcomes. Kevin didn’t know that the return of a lost wallet would change his life, but almost immediately he felt something change. Join...

Money is a tricky subject. We need money to meet our needs and support our dreams, but our history with money often determines our relationship with money. In this episode, Amy and Mark share insights from our conversation with Linda Grizely about how we view money. We’ll share with you our money personalities and talk about how understanding our own personalities and the personalities of others i...

Your relationship with money is a key driver in how and why you spend and save, which can impact your capacity to bring your best self to work and life. In this episode of the Infuse Compassion podcast, Linda Grizely introduces us to different approaches to money and how we can reach our goals be understanding our relationship with money. In this episode you’ll learn: - The five money personalitie...

Part of developing yourself as a leader is getting out of your own way. Listen in as Amy and Mark reflect on the insights shared by Dr. Shawnte Elbert in the last episode. In this episode we discuss: - The power and importance of curiosity in leadership, both with your team members and other leaders in the organization. - Appreciation as a key skill for leaders to increase team engagement and comm...

Leading with compassion is more important than ever, yet many leaders – particularly women leaders – struggle to show up as their most powerful and authentic selves. Dr. Shawnte Elbert shares valuable insights on overcoming fears and embracing authentic leadership. In this episode you'll learn: - How to overcome fears and show up authentically at work, even when others aren't compassionate. - The...

In this reflective episode of the Infuse Compassion Podcast, Amy and Mark dive into the powerful insights shared by Larry Levine on authentic sales practices. They explore how his principles can be applied to enhance our personal and professional lives, whether or not you work in sales. In this episode you'll hear: - The significance of starting your day with intentionality, setting the tone for s...

In this episode of the Infuse Compassion Podcast, we welcome Larry Levine, best-selling author of “Selling from the Heart” and “Selling in a Post-Trust World.” With decades of experience in the B2B technology space, Larry shares his insights on leveraging authenticity to drive success in sales. In this episode you'll hear: - Larry discusses the transformative shift from transactional sales to rela...

Amy and Mark reflect on the insightful lessons learned from Dr. Paul Jenkins about positive psychology. They delve into how these principles manifest in everyday life, offering personal insights and practical applications. In this episode you'll hear: - The inherent dangers of comparison, emphasizing how comparing our circumstances to others can lead to a spiral of negative thoughts. - Personal ex...

This episode of the Infuse Compassion Podcast features Dr. Paul Jenkins, a seasoned positivity psychologist and bestselling author known for fostering growth and enriching relationships. We take a dive into the power of our thoughts to determine our outcomes. In this episode you’ll learn: - The neutrality of circumstances and how our thoughts, rather than external factors, shape our outcomes. - Dr...

Feedback built on relationships of trust help draw out the best in people. As we discuss insights from our conversation with Hope Mueller in the last episode, Amy share’s her personal experience of working with Hope in publishing a chapter of the anthology, “Brave Women At Work: Lessons In Letting Go.” Listen in to hear: - The power of writing in understanding ourselves. - The need today for more...

Many of us have jobs, but how many have missions? Hope Mueller has both. While working full-time as an executive, Hope founded Hunter Street Press and has made it her mission to publish books – non-fiction and fiction -- that positively impact the world, starting with the authors of those books. In this episode of the podcast you’ll hear Hope’s journey to finding her mission as a publisher and lea...

Why are we often harder on ourselves than we are on others? Amy and Mark reflect on the conversation in the last episode with Dr. Elia Gourouris, America’s Happiness Doctor, particularly around the importance of self-forgiveness. Listen in to hear about: - Self-forgiveness as the ultimate act of self-compassion. - How we see our mistakes as much bigger than others see them. - The impact and import...

America’s Happiness Doctor joins the Infuse Compassion podcast for a hope-filled conversation about seeing the good in people, particularly ourselves. Join us as we talk with Dr. Elia Gourgouris (pronounced Gore-gur-ees) about his transition from a private practice in clinical psychology to helping others find greater happiness and fulfillment in life as a coach, speaker, and author. In this episo...

Amy and Mark reflect on our conversation with Natalie Luke about blocks to careers and personal progress. Listen in as we discuss: - The “inner voice” that often leads to self-criticism and keeps us from reaching our potential. - How to quiet the critic that lives inside us - Some possible indications you need to look at a shift in your job or career. - The tie between Natalie’s “UnCeiling” concep...

In this episode of Infuse Compassion we talk about the barriers that keep you from achieving new heights. Our guest is Natalie Luke, author of “UnCeiling Your Career.” She shares insights that help you rethink the trajectory of your career and break through barriers that may be holding you back. In this episode, you’ll learn about: - External and internal barriers that could hold you back without...