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December 9, 2024 - Set the Stage
In theater, the phrase “set the stage” refers to preparing the scene with sets and props so that everything is ready for the actors. It’s about creating the right conditions for the performance to unfold, and it can significantly impact both the success of the production and the audience’s experience. In this episode, we’ll explore how we can “set the stage” in our own lives by creating the conditions that will help us thrive and influence our success.
November 11, 2024 - What Now?
In the wake of the US election results, many Americans are left wondering: What now? How do we process our emotions, manage the anxiety, and confront our fears about the future? In this episode, we’ll explore strategies and insights to help navigate this uncertain time.
October 14, 2024 - Steady On
How can we maintain our balance in a world that feels unstable? Between political, social, and environmental issues on a macro level and professional and personal concerns on a micro level, it’s no wonder many people feel like they’re on shaky ground. In this episode, we’ll explore ideas for finding stability while navigating life’s challenges.
September 9, 2024 - The Point of Diminishing Returns
The phrase “work smarter, not harder” might make us feel like we need to dive into the latest productivity hacks, explore Inbox Zero strategies, or meticulously schedule our time for peak efficiency. But sometimes, we end up chasing after productivity tricks when what we really need is to question if our efforts are reaching a point of diminishing returns. In this episode, we’ll explore what happens when our efforts fall short of our expectations and share strategies for getting back on track.
August 12, 2024 - Things That Guide Us
When we need directions, we consult a map; when building a house, we rely on a blueprint; and when preparing a meal, we follow a recipe. Each of these tools helps us navigate from a starting point to a destination. But what resources can we turn to when faced with difficult decisions, uncertainty, or a lack of direction? In this episode, we’ll explore the tools and strategies available to help guide us through life’s challenges.
July 8, 2024 - The Case for Travel
In this episode, we’ll talk about the case for travel and the important things we can learn in the process. Whether visiting a new part of town, going on a trip to a different state, or traveling to another country, when we travel, it does something to us. Whether the experience is positive, negative, or somewhere in between, travel has an impact. In addition to seeing new things and having unique experiences, there is an element of travel that helps us gain insight into ourselves and deepen our awareness of others.
June 10, 2024 - Say "Yes" to Yourself
Have you ever said yes to doing something and immediately regretted it because you wished you had said no? Do you find that sometimes you are acting from a place of obligation but have lost the meaning of why? Do you get distracted by other people’s priorities and wonder why you are not reaching your own goals? In this episode, we’ll explore different ideas that will help you say “yes” to yourself, help you act from a place of purpose, and keep you focused on your goals.
May 13, 2024 - Who's Managing Who?
Many of us spend a lot of time managing things like our time, our money, our emotions, and our ever-loving to-do lists. In the face of all this managing, have you ever felt overwhelmed or exhausted? Or that instead of managing these things, they might be managing you? In this episode, we’ll explore how we can bring awareness to the ways in which we manage our lives to see if there is room for new opportunities in the way we think and act that can bring us less stress and more ease.
April 8, 2024 - Great Expectations!
Why is it so hard to change, to try new things, or to take action on things we say we want to do? It might be because we are afraid, or because we have unrealistic expectations, or because we think that if we can’t do it perfectly, we won’t do it at all. In this episode, we’ll explore how fear, expectations, and perfectionism keep us in the status quo and share ideas for how to reframe our thinking so that we can Get Big in meaningful and important ways!
March 11, 2024 - The Currency of Trust
When we want to buy something we use money, when we want to build a relationship, solve a problem, or make a decision, we use trust. Trust is defined as “a firm belief in the reliability, truth, ability, or strength of someone or something.” In this episode, we’ll explore the concept of trust and how valuable it is as a form of currency. A currency that you can’t keep in your bank account, but one that is priceless.
February 12, 2024 - Hard Truths!
In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, the question, “Can I be honest with you?” is a setup to a hard truth. What makes it hard for us to tell the truth?
January 8, 2024 - Meaning Making
Our brains seem to be hard-wired to look for meaning. We interpret all kinds of situations and objects with a focus on what they mean. Driving a certain car, having a particular handbag, or jewelry from a specific store can mean something about a person’s status. Walking under a ladder or breaking a mirror can mean “bad luck” while finding a four-leaf clover or hanging up a horseshoe can mean “good luck.” In this episode, we’ll explore ideas around meaning making, discuss the purpose of meaning, and to what degree meaning has value.