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December 13, 2021 - Living on Purpose
When we create something and put it out into the world it can cause us to be fearful of judgment, rejection, or embarrassment. We can worry ourselves into not trying anything new, not taking risks, and not expressing ourselves. Living on purpose is not only having a passion for something, but it is also having the courage to pursue it. In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll talk about releasing the fear of judgment and the pain of rejection as well as how to cultivate courage so that you can live your life out loud and on purpose.
November 8, 2021 - Holding On and Letting Go
Part of our human struggle is to know when to hold on and when to let go. This struggle is usually centered in our belief system and periodically that system needs an audit. In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll talk about holding on to the things that help us build a strong personal identity, make us feel stable, and bring value to our lives. We’ll also talk about ideas for letting go of the things that no longer serve us, limit us, or distract us from becoming the best versions of ourselves.
October 11, 2021 - The Little Things
There is a beautiful quote that says, “Enjoy the little things, for one day you will look back and realize they were the big things.” In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we will explore the idea of “the little things” and what gets in the way of being able to enjoy them. Even in the midst of chaos, the little things are still there. Increasing our awareness, noticing our thinking patterns, and making conscious choices are all ways we can truly enjoy the “little things.”
September 13, 2021 - When You Are Angry...at Yourself
Anger is a powerful emotion. Everyone feels angry at different times for different reasons. We may have experienced something we feel is unfair, or someone was disrespectful to us, or we felt we were unduly criticized. Being angry at something external is familiar to most of us, but what about when we get angry with ourselves? In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we will focus on anger that is self-directed and explore ideas to help you manage anger in productive, healthy, and thoughtful ways.
August 9, 2021 - Borrowing Perspective
Seeing the world through someone else’s perspective is something we do when we read books, listen to stories, and watch movies. We also do it when other people share how they experienced something and we really listen, without judgment or a filter. But what about borrowing a perspective in order to apply it to our own situation? Borrowing a perspective is thinking about how another person would respond to a similar situation and trying it on for size. In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we will talk about “borrowing” as a powerful tool to help you shift perspective.
July 12, 2021 - Who Am I Now? Navigating the New Normal
The phrase “new normal” has been popping up recently in the news and social media. It is a term meant to help us talk about our post-pandemic life. As our lives shift, restrictions lift, and more opportunities present themselves, many of us are wondering how we will navigate yet another time of change. As we emerge from the pandemic, we are also recognizing that we, as people, have changed. We have had collective and individual experiences that will forever shape who we are and how we see the world. Many of us are asking ourselves, “Who am I now?” In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we will talk about ideas that can help you reflect on where you have been and what you’ve experienced so that you effectively navigate this new time of change. Join us as we explore the realities of transitioning into the “new normal.”
June 14, 2021 - The Complexity of Being Stuck
At some point in our lives, many of us have the experience of feeling stuck.” It could be an internal indecision or an external force that makes us feel that way. Maybe feeling stuck is about fear of change, or maybe it is because we feel hopeless or frustrated, or we simply don’t know what to do. In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we will talk about a new perspective on the concept of being stuck. We will learn how identifying feelings, understanding fears, and examining beliefs can help us get “unstuck.” We will also discuss what we can learn from feeling “stuck” and how we can see it as an opening instead of an ending.
May 10, 2021 - Comparison is a Thief
“Comparison is the thief of joy” is a quote often attributed to Teddy Roosevelt. It is a powerful quote about how comparing ourselves to others can be detrimental to our happiness. In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we will talk about how comparison can also be a thief of things like sadness, grief, acceptance, fulfillment, and especially authentic self-expression. We will also discuss the antidote to comparison and how understanding your unique contrasts can help you realize your potential.
April 12, 2021 - The Struggle Is Real
We have now endured a year of the pandemic and many of us are struggling. We want things to return to “normal” and we can see that we are closer to the end but we know that we are not there yet. We are somewhere in the in-between space, not the new normal, just the next moment. We are through with it but it is not through with us and we are looking for ways to cultivate both patience and hope. In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we will talk about the struggle and explore ideas for how we can persevere with grace and compassion. We’ll also talk about why it is important to recognize our shared humanity while still acknowledging our disparate experiences.
March 8, 2021 - The Power of Our Words
What we say to each other, how we say it, and when we say it all matter. Words can be comforting, they can give us perspective, ease our pain, and affirm our feelings. In this time where our expressions are hidden behind masks, and we can’t give a handshake or a hug, we still have words to help us connect in meaningful ways. In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll explore ideas around using our words in thoughtful and productive ways and how that can have a positive impact on our relationships.
February 8, 2021 - Finding Inspiration in Everyday Life
Sometimes inspiration feels hard to come by. The obligations and hardships we endure can make inspiration difficult to access and in challenging times it is easy to lose inspiration. When we get in those hard places, a good coping strategy is to consciously decide to look for inspiration and be open to finding it. We can also actively seek out opportunities for inspiration and create experiences where we have the possibility of feeling inspired. In this episode we’ll take a look at how inspiration comes into our lives, both intentionally and unexpectedly, and why inspiration serves as an important vehicle for hope.
January 11, 2021 - Ideas for Living Right-Side Up in a World That Feels Upside Down
The recent events at the national Capitol have not only created physical damage but also emotional damage to our collective psyche. What do we do now? How do we process the shared and individual trauma that we’ve endured by living through this unprecedented time in history? In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll talk about how emotional triggers work, ideas for how to mitigate them, the role of boundaries, and how to effectively process emotions.