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Say The Things

Are you giving all of your energy to those around you, leaving you feeling empty, disconnected, and resentful, craving connection beyond the four walls of your home? Do you hide behind surface level conversations because you fear being rejected. If you were to share your actual thoughts? Do you crave more joy and laughter in your life and wish to feel normal and your uniqueness, and perhaps even accept and embrace it? Intentionally discover who you are to clearly communicate to deepen

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136: The Flags They're Waving: Decoding Red, Yellow &...

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2024/07/04

In this episode, I discuss the importance of recognizing red, yellow, and green flags in relationships and friendships. I break down what these different flags look like - green flags indicating healthy behavior, yellow flags suggesting caution is needed, and red flags signaling deal-breakers or abuse. I emphasize that red flags don't change or diminish, so we need to uphold our standards instead of rationalizing unacceptable behavior. Ultimately, I encourage listeners to assess the flags present in

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135: Thoughts on Social Media Sharing

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2024/06/27

In this episode, I discuss the tendency to complain or make petty comments on social media platforms, rather than collaborating or bringing value. I question why we feel the need to share certain things online that we wouldn't say in person, and whether we are truly engaging to share knowledge or just seeking an echo chamber. Ultimately, I urge listeners to think critically before posting and ask themselves if they are part of the solution or the problem.

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134: Simple Steps for Getting Along

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2024/06/20

In this episode, I discuss ways we can all get along better, like assuming positive intent from others, being mindful of how social media makes me feel, picking my battles wisely, and embracing more whimsy and laughter in our life instead of taking everything so seriously. I encourage listeners to pause from the seriousness, do things their soul loves, and find ways to enjoy the summer days more.

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133: What Are You Pretending Not to Know?: The Things...

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2024/06/13

Today we consider how our perceptions of loved ones can change when the way we feel toward them changes, leading to a discussion about recognizing unresolved issues in relationships. I share what I spent years pretending not to know, unhappiness in my former marriage, and encourages open communication, seeking help, and deciding if you want to heal or move on from an unfulfilling relationship. Ultimately, advocating for having the courage to "say the things" we are pretending not to know.

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132: The Dance of Life Balance: Allowing Ebb, Flow...

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2024/06/06

Today, we wrap up the series on work-life balance/cohesion by using the analogy of a yoga dancer's pose. Just as finding balance in the pose requires grounding one foot while reaching with the other, allowing opposing forces of stretching and constricting, achieving harmony in life is about being grounded in your values while allowing yourself to be pulled in new directions. It's an ongoing practice of patience, self-compassion, and willingness to adjust as you go along. Embrace the ebb and flow,

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131: Finding Your Balance: Embracing Global Wisdom...

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2024/05/30

Today’s episode explores cultural concepts from Japan, Norway, Denmark, and Finland that offer new perspectives on achieving work-life harmony or "cohesion." It introduces the Japanese concept of ikigai, the Swedish principle of lagom, the Norwegian/Swedish appreciation for nature called friluftsliv, and the Danish idea of hygge. I encourage listeners to reflect on how adopting elements of these philosophies could bring more clarity, balance, and fulfillment to their lives. Learning from other

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130: The Myth of Perfect Balance: 7 Strategies for...

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2024/05/23

Today’s episode explores the concept of "work-life balance" or what I prefer to call "work-life cohesion." It starts by questioning if true balance really exists, given the complexities and ever-changing forces in our lives. The episode then provides seven areas to focus on to improve cohesion without adding more to one's schedule. It also addresses common misconceptions about work-life balance. The key is making small, consistent changes to create sustainable harmony between work and personal life

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129: "Do You Have 8 Minutes?": A Simple Way to Ask...

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2024/05/16

This episode discusses the importance of having a coded way to reach out to close friends when going through struggles or needing support, without having to explicitly state it. It is inspired by an anecdote about using the phrase "Do you have 8 minutes?" to signal the need for a supportive conversation. Listeners are encouraged to come up with similar codes with their friends to differentiate casual chat from a cry for help. Some practical tips are provided on how to be a good listener and support

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128: Celebrating Her: A Mother's Day Reminder for...

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2024/05/09

The podcast episode celebrates Mother's Day by focusing on the importance of self-care for women, whether they are mothers or not. It starts with a poem that encourages listeners to listen to their bodies' needs. We then discuss seven simple ways to prioritize self-care without adding more to the to-do list. Small, sustainable habits in these areas can lead to significant improvements in well-being. It concludes with another poem about feeling connected and loved just as one is.

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127: Navigating Disappointment: Strategies for...

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2024/05/02

The podcast concludes the series on disappointment in relationships by exploring the remaining three areas where disappointment can lodge itself - comparison, unresolved conflict, and lack of self-care/boundaries. It then provides practical strategies to deal with disappointment, including communicating expectations, focusing on personal growth, modeling desired behavior, and allowing space to leave toxic situations if needed. The key takeaway is that while disappointment is inevitable, its depth

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126: The Disappointment Dilemma: Navigating Unmet...

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2024/04/25

This episode discusses the role of unmet expectations and communication breakdowns in causing disappointments in relationships. It highlights the importance of setting realistic expectations based on the other person's behavior and clearly communicating needs. The concept of radical acceptance for people with antagonistic personalities is also introduced. Strategies for minimizing disappointment through self-reflection, communication, and boundary-setting are explored.

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125: Disappointment Got You Down? You're Not Alone

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2024/04/18

In today's episode, I'm discussing the universal experience of disappointment. I kicked things off with a quote about weathering life's storms, then dive into the prevalence of disappointment, especially in high-stakes events like the NCAA basketball tournament. I explained how disappointment often accompanies other intense emotions like anger and hurt, particularly in interpersonal conflicts, failed achievements, and situations where we feel a lack of control. I also touched on the challenges of

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124: Communication Fatigue: Escape the Exhaustion

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2024/04/11

This podcast explores communication fatigue, also known as information overload, which is a state of mental exhaustion that diminishes our ability to process more input. Contributing factors are endless digital inputs, meetings, data, multitasking, messaging, and being perpetually “on call.” Implementing boundaries, assessing communication value, scheduling focused work, practicing mindfulness, and taking device breaks can help manage this fatigue. Unplugging from devices brings back rhythms of

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123: When Breezy Banter Isn’t Enough: Let Vanilla Ice...

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2024/04/04

This podcast discusses implementing focused communication tactics when you have a specific goal or issue to address. I walk through steps like identifying the core issue, naming your goal, knowing your audience, planning a clear and concise message, deciding on delivery method, addressing one issue at a time, and collaborating on solutions. Focused communication distinguishes supplemental versus essential information to have constructive conversations. There’s time for free flowing dialogue and time

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122: Questions to Quiet the Overthinking Mind

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2024/03/28

This podcast continues the discussion on overthinking and introduces using targeted questions to change engrained thought patterns. I suggest asking if the issue is within your control, if you're relying on facts versus emotions, if it’s a recurring unproductive thought, and if the rumination aligns with your values. This self-questioning can disrupt negative cycles, reduce anxiety, and quiet mental chatter. I encourage listeners to implement “yes or no” self-questioning to gather insights on mental

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121: Over Overthinking: The Effects in Communication

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2024/03/21

Learn how overthinking sabotages communication and relationships plus tips to be thoughtfully present.

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120: Preparing Our Kids for Real Life

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2024/03/14

Do we tell our kids the unpleasant realities of life? Or do we protect them by glossing over hard topics? Join me as I share my experiences imparting life's messy truths to help build confidence and wisdom in my children.

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119: Hide Behind the Lie? Authenticity matters

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2024/03/07

In this podcast, I discuss an Instagram post of a teen's "white lies" t-shirt which leads me to question why we hide behind untruths rather than sharing what's genuinely happening in our lives; I challenge listeners to have more truthful conversations instead of superficial ones riddled with "smoke and mirrors," encouraging them to openly share when they're scared, excited, etc. I tell a story about pretending to be deaf when pulled over, questioning why we hide behind lies versus lead with the

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118: Hide Behind the Lie? Authenticity matters

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2024/02/29

In this podcast, I discuss an Instagram post of a teen's "white lies" t-shirt which leads me to question why we hide behind untruths rather than sharing what's genuinely happening in our lives; I challenge listeners to have more truthful conversations instead of superficial ones riddled with "smoke and mirrors," encouraging them to openly share when they're scared, excited, etc. I tell a story about pretending to be deaf when pulled over, questioning why we hide behind lies versus lead with the

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117: Don’t Take It Personally: Growth Mindset Over...

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2024/02/22

In this episode, I share tactics for taking things less personally when criticized. I discuss a few tactics like releasing control of others’ opinions, knowing your worth, not staking self-worth on outcomes and more. Caring deeply about our work while finding wisdom to detach from ego allows for growth. Seeing feedback as fuel for improvement rather than indictments on our character can help in responding versus reacting. This episode concludes a two-part series.

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