We're All in This Together

As I celebrate my 50th birthday, I'm reflecting on lots of memories from the past few years and decades of my life.  And while I've had many highs and lows, some big accomplishments and major failures, and a whole lot of learning along the way, I've realized that one of the most important and challenging aspects of life is being able to celebrate ourselves.  On this episode, I talk about some of t...

Progress is a simple, but often overlooked fundamental aspect of individual and collective fulfillment.  We often get so focused on results or we get caught up in erroneous perfection demands, both of which can get in our way of our growth.  On this episode, I talk about the importance of progress and I share a specific framework that can dramatically enhance your capacity for both achievement and...

I spend a lot of time thinking, writing, and speaking about the importance of humanity at work…and I'm still amazed at how challenging it can be, and also how profound it is.  On this episode, I discuss some of the key reasons that it's so essential for us to create humane working environments these days, why it can be difficult, and some specific things we can do to bring more of our humanity to...

The conventional definition of elegance is about beauty and grace.  However, when I think about operating with elegance at work and in life, it's about putting forth intentional effort and expecting maximum results, in a balanced and non-attached way.  On this episode, I talk about why this can be challenging in our effort and results obsessed world.  I also share some specific things we can do to...

Worrying is something that most of us do, understandably.  However, it can get in our way of feeling our true feelings, connecting with those around us effectively, and creating what we actually want.  On this episode, I talk about what worry really is, why we seem so obsessed with it, and some specific things we can do to transform our worry in healthy and productive ways.   Resources: We're All...

As we move into this new year and think about our most important goals, relationships, projects, and desired outcomes, we want to be mindful of putting down our "sword" and not thinking that we have to fight our way to success and fulfillment.  On this episode, I talk about why many of us, myself included, tend to armor up in ways that seem necessary, but don't ultimately serve us or those around...

In order for us to create anything new for ourselves and our teams, it's essential for us to think differently.  This is often easier said than done, because we often get caught in habitual patterns of thought.  On this episode, I talk about how to get out of this rut and some specific things we can do to think in different ways.  Doing this allows us to be creative and innovative, and gives us ac...

It's important for us to step out of our comfort zone and shake things up from time to time, in service of our own growth and that of those around us.  When we consciously choose to move out of our day-to-day routine, we can often access new possibilities and perspectives.  On this week's episode, I talk about the importance of shaking things up, why this is so essential, and some specific ways we...

Remembering that multiple truths can coexist simultaneously is crucial for understanding complex situations and navigating work and life these days.  This, however, is often much easier said than done, especially in today's world.  On this episode, I talk about some of the things that make embracing different perspectives so challenging.  I also share four specific things we can do to expand our c...

Curiosity is essential to learning, collaboration, and creativity, yet it can be challenging to tap into our curious mind given the pace and demands of modern life.  On this episode, I talk about some of the things that make curiosity difficult to access.  I then share five fundamental practices that empower us to embrace curiosity and foster growth, understanding, and connection in our rapidly ch...

We have more communication platforms and tools than ever before, and yet, connecting with people in meaningful and effective ways seems as challenging as ever these days.  On this episode, I talk about some specific things we can do to connect with people on a human level, even and especially in today's fast-paced, digital world.   Resources: We're All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Mike...

Artificial intelligence is already disrupting many aspects of life and business…and it's still in its infancy.  Many of us, myself included, are both excited and scared about what AI can do, how it will change the way we work and live, and what the potential impact of it may ultimately be.  On this episode, I share some insights I gained from attending the Wisdom and AI Summit in San Francisco ear...

Possibility is such an important and powerful force for us to tap into - individually, in our work, with our teams, and as we look to create what matters most to us.  However, it can be challenging to access for a number of reasons, especially these days.  On this episode, I talk about why it can be tricky to tap into the power of possibility.  I also share five specific things we can do to access...

The recent tragic violence in Israel and Gaza has been and continues to be so sad, scary, and upsetting.  In the face of such horrific events, it's often extremely difficult to find an authentic sense of peace and equanimity within ourselves.  On this episode, I share 8 specific things we can do to stay peaceful inside when things aren't peaceful around us - in the world, in our communities, in ou...

The importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion is front and center in so many aspects of life and work these days.  However, these can be emotionally charged and challenging issues to address in an authentic, productive, and effective way.  My guest on today's show, Ray Arata, is the co-founder of the Better Man Movement, as well as an expert in inclusive leadership and the author of two books...

If you're anything like me, you may find yourself worrying from time to time about the people and things that matter most to you.  While this makes sense for a number of reasons, worrying that bad things could happen doesn't usually help and can actually be quite detrimental to us and those around us.  On this episode, I talk about how we can shift our mindset and ask different questions when faci...

Because things don't always go as planned, it's essential for us to make adjustments.  However, making adjustments can be easier said than done, for a number of reasons.  On this episode, I talk about some of what makes pivoting difficult for us and I share some specific things we can do to embrace and enhance our ability to adjust, thus expanding our capacity for flexibility and success. Resource...

Healthy habits are important for our wellbeing and performance.  However, if we become obsessive about our behaviors related to work, food, money, exercise, achievement, and more - it can be detrimental and even dangerous.  On this episode, I talk about how and why some things we consider positive can become problematic and how to keep things in perspective when it comes to taking care of ourselve...

For us to succeed individually and collectively, it's important to be able to put forth the necessary effort and work hard.  However, feeling the pressure and expectation of constantly hustling (i.e. hustle culture) can be incredibly dangerous and damaging.  On this episode I talk about the paradox of this phenomenon, and ways we can be conscious, healthy, and effective in how we work and live. Re...

Some of our emotions are easier for us to feel than others.  We tend to avoid certain feelings, especially the ones that seem hard, scary, and not all that socially acceptable.  However, being able to feel all of our emotions, authentically, is one of the most important and liberating things we can do for ourselves, our relationships, and for our personal and professional wellbeing.  On this episo...

As the saying goes, "the only constant in life is change."  Like most cliches, this one has some real truth to it.  During this back-to-school season, it seems like a lot of us, me included, are navigating some big changes.  On this episode, I talk about some of the things that make change both exciting and scary, and I share some specific things we can do to navigate change authentically and effe...

In many important areas of our lives and businesses we often want things to be different (i.e. better) than they are.  However, one of the things that gets in our way of creating the kind of changes that we truly want, is our willingness to believe that they can be different in the first place.  On this episode, I talk about the paradoxical nature of change and some specific ways we can allow thin...

Being productive is essential to many important aspects of our lives - both personally and professionally. However, when we overly identify with what we produce, neglect our self-care, and/or have an obsessive need to be productive all the time, it can become toxic.   On this episode , I talk about some of the often-overlooked dark sides of productivity and I share some specific things we can do t...

We live in a world obsessed with blame; constantly focused on who's at fault for the various challenges we face, individually and collectively.  While this makes sense and is understandable for so many reasons, it doesn't serve us and often leads us down an unproductive path.  On this episode, I talk about the disempowering aspects of blame and offer some ideas for how we can shift to responsibili...

There are really only two ways to resolve any conflict or issue we face - deal with it directly, all the way through until it gets worked out…or simply let it go.  Letting things go is such an important and liberating thing to do, yet it can be challenging for us to do so authentically.  On this episode, I talk about some of the reasons it can be difficult to let things go.  I also share some spec...