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Using Nelson Mandela as an example, recognize that freedom is a state you choose for yourself. Your choice impact others because everything is connected. Don't mistake connection for imprisonment. It’s easy to do that when you see freedom as a binary choice, as in, you’re either in jail or out. You are not imprisoned. You are free.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever hit the wall? You have no idea what to do next. The wall looks blank, empty, a clear slate. What do you do? Listen to learn how to face the wall. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On a recent trip to Ireland, I saw sheep everywhere but not shepherds. It made me wonder, What’s the role of a shepherd (leader) versus a sheep (follower)? Later on, we found some lost sheep on a hike, stuck on a ledge. Of course, we all get stuck at times. At its core, being stuck happens when we can only see a topic from a certain perspective. The sheep did, in fact, have choices. What happened...

Things that rub you the wrong way are often secret genie lamps. They reveal what was formerly concealed. Pay attention to what bothers you. It’s usually an indicator of a value you haven’t recognized and/or honoured. Learn how to align to your values by rubbing the genie’s lamp. You’ll enjoy what gets revealed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You CAN get a job without specific experience in the subject matter or industry by focusing on what really matters: 1) Your willingness to learn; 2) Having the right attitude; 3) Being Curious. All of these qualities are within your control. Adopt this mindset shift to put yourself in the driver's seat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Maslow modified his famous Hierarchy of Needs at the end of his life by adding a new pinnacle after self-actualization: self-transcendence. Here’s what the new hierarchy looks like (from top to bottom): • Self-Transcendence • Self-Actualization • Esteem • Belonging & Love • Safety • Physiological Learn more about his change of heart … and why it matters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

Reframe nervousness as anticipation with the tools provided here: 1) Know your Content 2) Shift from negative (nervousness) to positive (anticipation) through physiological techniques, acknowledging saboteurs, tapping & 4-part breathwork. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When did rest become impermissible? In today’s work-obsessed culture, rest is the bogeyman we don’t talk about. Rest is necessary so, go ahead, and unplug for a while. Rest rejuvenates and gives you peace. In a peaceful state, you can solve anything. That’s because ideas come from rest, as I’ve talked about before. Click here for the Sowing Idea Seeds episode. If you feel discomfort arise from not...

Getting what you want means understanding the roles of change and transformation. To get to your outcome, something must happen between “here” and “there.” Reaching your goal requires growth which happens through a process that moves you from here to there. Using two real-life examples from my own life, I walk you through the difference between change and transformation so you can apply it to your...

How do you know when you’re ready to move from one stage of your career to the next? I’ve done this a few times over the past twenty-plus years and want to share the signs with you today.  1) You feel restless 2) Driftwood 3) Shed your skin There's also one special pitfall I want to warn you about when you're about to make career changes: resistance. Listen and learn more. Hosted on Acast. Se...

In software engineering, "rubber duck debugging" is a method of debugging code by describing a problem to, you guessed it, a rubber duck. The idea is you talk out loud to a rubber duck and explain each line of code so you can find the source of the problem and then come up with a solution. Rubber ducks help us find solutions, playfully. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Here's a short definition of healthy wholeness: it's the connection of mind, body, heart, and spirit. Too often, though, we miss the "whole" picture. We only focus on one quarter of the whole - the mind. When you realize you can gather information in different ways, not just through the mind, it's a game-changer. It's like moving from 2D to 4D. Using your "whole" self, you can process situations a...

Clarity is about clearness. But it’s more than just a state of mind - it’s also a feeling. Clarity lets you cut through clutter, see the path, and feel lighter. You can get it by following the advice in this episode: identify your values because they drive your behaviours and your habits. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Brazilian Jiu Jitsu master gave practical and life-changing advice to his students one day. He explains how to handle yourself when you're in a tough position. By being present, you can handle all situations as they come to you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I’m an introvert and the thought of networking makes me shudder. Networking is for extroverts, period. Do you identify as an introvert? Or perhaps you’re shy? This bonus show walks you through how introversion - and shyness - impact the human basic need to connect. Once it's laid out, you'll learn a concrete way to combat it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Authenticity means feeling comfortable in your own skin. You experience congruence inside and out. You communicate how you feel instead of blocking it. Keep in mind, authenticity isn’t just sharing hard stuff. Often that’s where the mind goes when this topic comes up. It is also about sharing joys and successes - shining your light not dimming it.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

Blueprints are great for seeing things in the big picture as well as in great detail. When you know your blueprint, you gain: • self-awareness • clarity • insight Take some time to learn your blueprint. You do it by figuring out what's important to you . Once you know it, though, it will serve you for a lifetime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I stood on the edge of a large rock, clinging to a rope, watching the roiling water beneath me. Two friends had already completed the jump and I was next. My heart pounded. What if I hit the rock as I jumped and dashed my brains out? Every instinct screamed, Don’t do it!  Today's episode talks about taking leaps, what it means, and how to do it. Leap, and the net will follow. Hosted on Acast....

While gassing up on a road trip, my friends and I found ourselves unable to pay due to an AWOL gas station attendant. Here's what happened next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Think of your career as a ladder and a lattice. What's the difference? Ladders clarify where you’re at in your life and how you feel about it. Lattices help you navigate nuanced, multi-perspective situations. Both provide value, based on age and stage. Listen to learn more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Falling off the trail during a winter hike and landing in the forest made us lose sight of the way forward. Talk about a metaphor for life! This episode talks about falling off the trail, getting back up, and finding the way back - the cycle for growth. How do you do it? Listen to find out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Having a sense of purpose makes you feel alive. What does that have to do with work-life balance? Listen to this episode to learn more. If you want to hear the episode I referenced in this episode called Shedding Rigidity, click here for a listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A recent injury activated my saboteurs. I learned a good lesson: it's less about what happens to you than how you respond to it. If you're interested in the tools I mentioned in this episode for countering saboteurs, click here: 1)   Banish Judgement 2)  Shift the narrative from Victim to Heroine 3) Be kind to yourself - applying The Platinum Rule Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...

Ideas change the world. But you may ask, Where do ideas come from? How do I get more of them? Listen to learn more. If you want to hear an earlier podcast I reference in this episode, click here . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's a worldwide epidemic of loneliness and it’s not talked about enough. Thankfully, there’s a simple antidote: connection. Loneliness cannot co-exist with connection. Learn more in this podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.