Silver Disobedience® Perception Dynamics™ with Dian Griesel: How People Think, Lead & Create Success

Do you ever wonder, "Why can't we just all get along?" It is a normal question to ponder. I do think getting along better is possible. Yet, to begin to get along better with others requires us to try to understand "where they are coming from" or their perspectives. In this 11 minute mini-podcast, I break down a single common situation -- but share the perspectives of all pa...

We've all heard the expression, "Life's a journey, not a destination." Expanding on that idea, I prefer to the expression: There's more to life than picking up speed. In this podcast I explore what that means and what you can do to maximize your time in each moment. Thanks for tuning in! I'm Dian Griesel, Ph. D. aka @SilverDisobedience Please hit the subscribe button if y...

These days it feels like negative energy is all around us. Kind of feels like we need a super suit to keep it from impacting our moods, energy, stress levels and overall well-being. In this uplifting podcast - I break down that negativity and all the doubt. Then I share 7 practical ways you can create your own super suit to combat negative energy and thrive. Please subscribe if you like what you&#...

Learning how to effectively communicate our boundaries or personal limits to colleagues, friends, and family is important to ensure that your needs are respected and so that you can maintain a healthy balance in your life.  In this podcast, I share 8 Ways To Set Boundaries as well as 8 Ways to Negotiate Balance with Others When Setting Boundaries. Thanks for tuning in! I'm Dian Griesel, Ph. D....

Is it possible to view our misfortunes in life positively? Maybe. And, maybe not. In this podcast -- in under 20 minutes -- I take a deep dive into whether the saying: "Misfortune makes us wise," is universally true. I'll give you a hint ... it will depend upon your perspective. Thanks for tuning in! I'm Dian Griesel, Ph. D. aka @SilverDisobedience Please hit the subscribe button...

Wouldn't it be nice to be the calm presence when others are losing their S%&T? What if you could be a calm presence in any situation? How cool would that be?! Well part of becoming a calm presence is learning how to be a conscious participant. The two traits work hand-in-hand. Over the next 13 minutes, I share how you can become presence and conscious participant for better relationships i...

To determine what is important to you it sometimes helps to eliminate what's not important first. In this podcast, we'll start with a look at all the stuff that's not so important...and then break down how you can really decide what is. Because, once you know what is really important to you, you have a roadmap towards more fulfilling days and a greater sense of personal accomplishment....

One of my favorite things to observe and study is the phenomenon called the “continued influence effect” which is where misinformation or misleading information continues to influence people's beliefs & judgments even after the misinformation has been corrected or debunked. CIE highlights the lingering impact of false or inaccurate information on individuals' thoughts and subsequent de...

In this episode I explore the idea of "intention." Intention is a mental stare or a conscious decision to act or behave in a certain way. It is an internal process we use to determine or formulate a goal or objective. But is intention enough? Not unless it is followed by commitment to act and pursue. Listen to this podcast and in less than 4 minutes -- I'll explain a bit about intent...

You're not alone if you think it used to be easier to make friends. But this doesn't mean that you can't rekindle the skills you had as a child. In this 10 minute podcast, I explore the power of making new friends and offer a whole bunch of ways you can meet new cool, groovy people that are just like your cool, groovy self! Please don't forget to hit subscribe & share! You can...

Do you blame others for things going wrong in your life? Be honest. It's a big temptation and we all do it to some degree or another. But we also know: It doesn't feel good. Blaming is always following by needing to apologize and hoping that our outburst is forgotten. So why do we do it? Blaming others is actually a serious sign of how self-critical and unloved we feel. In this episode, I&...

Envy. That's an easy characteristic to pick up in a world-dominated by social media. In less than 6 minutes, I'll break down envy and give you a new perspective -- sharing how envy might actually be your ultimate motivator if you flip it on its head. I'm @DianGriesel aka @SilverDisobedience Please subscribe! AND, you can always find a plethora of inspiring content at any of the spots b...

Sometime we have to turn the page or close the book -- instead of sticking it out until the last chapter. In this mini-podcast we'll look at all the reasons we might choose to move forward...and assure you that you've got the experience to do so. If you'd like more inspiration on a daily basis, be sure to visit my website: Please subscribe! You can learn more about me on my website: ⁠D...

In this episode: 10 Things You Can Do to Get Out of a Funky Mood -- I share fun, easy-to-do suggestions that are sure to elevate spirits and moods. But, you just have to choose to do them! Tune in and feel free to share this with your family and friends. Please subscribe! You can learn more about me on my website: ⁠DianGriesel.com⁠ or follow my social media accounts where I share my perceptions in...

Turn up the volume during this trance-formative meditation as it aligns your spirit and well-being with powerful oceanic forces. You can either listen with your eyes closed or keep them open. Either way, you'll hear meditative, hypnotic and inspiring words coupled with the sounds of the Ocean. Tell me how you feel as you power up your energy in just 3-minutes. Feel free to listen to come back...

Many of us have had periods in our lives where we craved craziness and drama. Then, a day arrived when we wanted a little more peace. We hoped that things could be "normal." But does a normal life exist? Is it a real possibility? In this mini podcast we'll explore it! Please subscribe if you like this podcast! AND, remember, daily inspiration can be found at all these links! Please s...

Are you your own authority figure? Do you make your own decisions -- and more importantly -- do you own the results (or consequences and responsibilities) of your choices and decisions? Being your own "Authority" figure is a big marker of being a maturity and maturity is not an age-dependent factor. Maturity can develop at any age -- and it starts with taking responsibility. Please tune...

Have you ever wondered what comes first? Self-esteem or self-confidence? More so, are they equally important? In this mini-podcast, in less than 5 minutes, I explain what you'll want to know about both characteristics. As always, you can find more support and ideas to ponder below: Please subscribe! You can learn more about me on my website: ⁠DianGriesel.com⁠ or follow my social media accounts...

Do you re-act? When we find ourselves instantly & defensively reacting to a comment often this is because we are pulling information from old memory files. Instead of being present in the brand new moment -- that while it may feel familiar, is still actually a wholly new moment -- we "re-act" drawing on unconscious feelings gathered from past situation. This 3m14 sec. mini-podcast ex...

While it's quite common to have friends who are our own age -- are we missing out by not making friends with people who are both younger and older than we are? In this episode, Dian Griesel and Charlotte Reardon discuss their 30 year age difference along with other very important friendships in their lives -- that also involve big age gaps. The benefits of "friends of all ages" are e...

It seems to me that throughout our lives, we are either told to “act our age” or we spend time worrying about “becoming our age.” What’s up with our cultural issues regarding aging? Why don’t we just relax, welcome and embrace the benefits of the years we have lived? Good question! I think it is due to the socialization processes that we all go through from the day we're born. We're told w...

Trusting Life? Seriously, that might feel like more of a challenge than ever before. So much feels like it is totally out of our control. The fact is -- yes, there are a lot of things that are out of our control. But -- and the truth usually comes after the word "but" -- there are still also plenty of things within our control. In this podcast I share a variety of things you can do -- st...

There are many kinds of friendships that we will develop throughout our lives -- from acquaintances, casual, work, close, social and besties. All of our friendships are important and they each have the ability to fulfill our different needs for human connection. Yet, it is very important to understand the differences between our varying friendships because much like most relationships, they are ra...

Do you wonder if possibilities still exists for you? Take five minutes and listen to this I promise you’ll see possibility in a whole new way. I’m Dian Griesel aka @SilverDisobedience Please subscribe! You can learn more about me on my website: ⁠DianGriesel.com⁠ or follow my social media accounts where I share my perceptions in written form daily. ⁠Instagram ⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠X

Finding new friends that you can connect with can feel daunting. But it is doable! And it is very worth doing! While maybe you're a bit out of practice, if you think your life would benefit from developing additional friendships, tune in for five minutes. I'm Dian Griesel, Ph. D. and along with Charlotte Reardon we will share several ways you can start today to expand your besties circle r...