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Ever found yourself battling tech failures, communication breakdowns, and unexpected hurdles all at once? That's exactly what happened during the launch of my Rediscover Your Inner Compass program. But rather than spiraling into stress and self-criticism, I stayed surprisingly level-headed and it got me thinking about how we approach challenges (trust me I would have been in full meltdown mode not so long ago...)
Most of us instinctively try to avoid difficulties. We see them as threats or signs we're failing, which triggers that familiar spiral of self-doubt. The trouble is, challenges don't disappear when we dodge them, they often return with greater intensity until we finally face them head-on. For leaders, this avoidance can be particularly costly, keeping us stuck in reactive mode, constantly extinguishing metaphorical bushfires that drain our energy and hold back our potential.
What if we flip this perspective completely? What if each challenge isn't something to fear but an invitation to change? This shift brings us into our locus of control, focusing on what we can influence rather than what we can't. It enhances our adaptability and strategic thinking, transforming limiting questions like "Why can't we do this?" into empowering ones like "What can we do with what we have?" Most importantly, it builds resilience, our capacity to adapt well in the face of adversity, which research shows is crucial for both personal wellbeing and leadership effectiveness.
Ready to transform how you approach challenges? Then let's dive into the episode.
REFERENCES
American Psychological Association. (n.d.). Building your resilience. https://www.apa.org/topics/resilience/building-your-resilience
McLeod, S. (2023, August 14). What is the Yerkes–Dodson law? Simply Psychology. https://www.simplypsychology.org/what-is-the-yerkes-dodson-law.html
Neill, J. T. (2006). What is locus of control? University of Canberra. https://www.usmcu.edu/Portals/218/What%20is%20Locus%20of%20Control%20by%20James%20Neill.pdf
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By Jolynne RydzComments, questions? Let's connect!
Ever found yourself battling tech failures, communication breakdowns, and unexpected hurdles all at once? That's exactly what happened during the launch of my Rediscover Your Inner Compass program. But rather than spiraling into stress and self-criticism, I stayed surprisingly level-headed and it got me thinking about how we approach challenges (trust me I would have been in full meltdown mode not so long ago...)
Most of us instinctively try to avoid difficulties. We see them as threats or signs we're failing, which triggers that familiar spiral of self-doubt. The trouble is, challenges don't disappear when we dodge them, they often return with greater intensity until we finally face them head-on. For leaders, this avoidance can be particularly costly, keeping us stuck in reactive mode, constantly extinguishing metaphorical bushfires that drain our energy and hold back our potential.
What if we flip this perspective completely? What if each challenge isn't something to fear but an invitation to change? This shift brings us into our locus of control, focusing on what we can influence rather than what we can't. It enhances our adaptability and strategic thinking, transforming limiting questions like "Why can't we do this?" into empowering ones like "What can we do with what we have?" Most importantly, it builds resilience, our capacity to adapt well in the face of adversity, which research shows is crucial for both personal wellbeing and leadership effectiveness.
Ready to transform how you approach challenges? Then let's dive into the episode.
REFERENCES
American Psychological Association. (n.d.). Building your resilience. https://www.apa.org/topics/resilience/building-your-resilience
McLeod, S. (2023, August 14). What is the Yerkes–Dodson law? Simply Psychology. https://www.simplypsychology.org/what-is-the-yerkes-dodson-law.html
Neill, J. T. (2006). What is locus of control? University of Canberra. https://www.usmcu.edu/Portals/218/What%20is%20Locus%20of%20Control%20by%20James%20Neill.pdf
💖Love the podcast?💖
You can pay it forward by:
- Rating and Reviewing wherever you listen
- Sharing it with others!
Ready to level up your impact?
➡️Book a complimentary mini-strategy session and I'll help unpack one of your current challenges
➡️Join our Masterclass Waitlist and get practical tools to level up your impact
Let's connect!
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jolynne-rydz/
https://www.instagram.com/jolynnerydz/
https://www.facebook.com/brillianceinspired
I am a Confidence and Impact Coach for leaders, Organisational Development Consultant and independent Leadership Circle Profile® Certified Practitioner. Information shared about this tool is courtesy of Leadership Circle®, all rights reserved. www.leadershipcircle.com