Active listening puts you on a path to meaningful connections. Watch this animated video on four actions active listeners use to validate the speaker. First and foremost, active listeners recognize the importance of giving their undivided attention. In our fast-paced lives, it’s easy to get lost in our thoughts or be tempted by the constant […]
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Welcome to Episode 6. It’s all about prioritizing your highest purpose. In this episode, I 🎯 discuss why you need to have a purpose ⛑️ compare little p purpose to Big P Purpose 🍎 give you three ingredients for finding your purpose 🍒 tell you how to stay flexible yet accountable with having a purpose-driven
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Welcome to Season 5, Episode 5, which accompanies Chapter 5, Section 5, “Prioritize Rest.” In this episode, I attempt to convince you that resting is one of the most important things you can do for your mental health. That’s why I’m so glad you’re here listening to this episode. In it, I’ll share 😴 why
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Welcome to Season 5! This is Episode 3, which accompanies Chapter 5, Section 3, “Prioritize Movement.” In it, we’ll discuss: The fact that movement is essential for overall wellness is not a new concept. We all know it is. Some of you take that to heart, and others are still too sedentary for optimal health.
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Welcome to Season 4, Episode 7, which accompanies Chapter 4, Section 7, “Embrace Compassion.” I love this episode! In it, we’ll discuss: While compassion has been a constant theme this whole series, it begs for its very own section of the book. It is that important. Compassion and self-compassion are essential to emotional healing and
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Welcome to Season 4, Episode 6, which accompanies Chapter 4, Section 6, “Embrace Hope.” In this episode, we’ll discuss: And, though this whole book is hopefully making you feel better, we will talk about something can do while you’re waiting. “There is one guarantee in life, and that is: change. Things don’t stay the same. What
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Welcome to Season 4, Episode 5, which accompanies Chapter 4, Section 5, “Embrace a Positive Mental Attitude.” In this episode, we’ll discuss: Your physical and mental context affect both your physical and mental health: Your physical context powerfully influences your life. Feeling secure, having people around you who lift you up, having food and warmth
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In this episode, which follows Chapter 4, Section 4: Embrace Connection, I review how this culture’s unrealistic expectations support your feelings of inadequacy. You’ll learn Humans are social beings, and we need connection. During early human history, communities were necessary for survival. We did not have the warmth, speed, strength, claws, or teeth to survive
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In this episode, which follows Chapter 4, Section 3: Embrace Realistic Expectations, I review how this culture’s unrealistic expectations support your feelings of inadequacy. You’ll learn how to My goal is to encourage you to be kinder and gentle with yourself and see your abilities and agency instead of your inadequacies and shortcomings. As opposed
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In this episode, which follows Chapter 4, Section 1: Embrace Making Meaning, I address humans’ need for order and meaning. You’ll learn: I guide you through understanding fear, guilt, and shame so they no longer control you. And I teach you how to make meaning in ways that will help you heal. This episode is
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