Whenever you're feeling lost or uncertain, it's easy to second-guess yourself. After all, there are so many voices out there telling you what to do and how to live your life. But what if the best guide isn't found in the noise of the world? What if the answer lies within you?

Here's the thing: our gut instinct is usually spot-on. It's the voice in our head that tells us whether something feels right or wrong. And yet, we so often ignore it in favor of following the rules or doing what we're told. But what if we listened to our instincts more often?

Now, we're not saying you should quit your job and move to Bali (although that does sound pretty tempting). But listening to your gut can help you make small decisions in your everyday life. And those small decisions can make a big impact on your overall happiness and wellbeing.

So next time you're feeling lost or uncertain, don't second-guess yourself - listen to your instincts (and this podcast) instead. It might just be the best guide you've got.

If you'd like quick tangible tips and practical corporate career advice to level up your authentic leadership, download the 10 simple "plays" to stop selling out and start standing out at https://bauthenticinc.mykajabi.com/freebie

To connect with Erin and/or Nicole, email: [email protected]

If you like jammin' with us on the podcast, b sure to join us for more fun and inspiration!

• Follow b Cause on Twitter (really it's mostly Nicole)

• Follow Erin on LinkedIn or Instagram

• Join the b Cause Podcast Facebook Group

• Take our simple, fun and insightful"What's your workplace superhero name?"quiz

• Unleash your Authentic Superpower with Erin's book,"You Do You (ish)"

• Check out our blog for more no-BS career advice

• Work with Us

• Or just buy some fun, authentic, kick-ars merch here

DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences.

Tweetable Comments

• "I'm pretty sure she just housed a whole Hershey's bar."

• "My dad always did say that he liked to watch mob movies at Christmas because they reminded him of family."

• "I really wasn't listening to the way that the universe was pushing me. I was resisting it and I was holding back and it made me unhappy."

• "I really wasn't listening to the way that the universe was pushing me. I was resisting it and I was holding back and it made me unhappy."

• "I'm just trying to create the habits that get me to a good place because those are the things that are going to keep me balanced and stable."

• "I want to affirm the shit outta you girl."

• "What do I give fucks about today?"

When it comes to networking, we all know the importance of making a good impression. But let's be honest - sometimes, schmoozing can feel like a bit of a chore.

You find yourself shaking hands and exchanging business cards with people you'll probably never see again, all while trying to keep a smile plastered on your face. It can be exhausting! So how can you network without feeling like a phony? Well, this week's guest knows a thing or two about how to network…authentically.

Ted Pizzo is a Sr. VP & Client Advisor at Lockton and the President of the Northeast Executive Advisory Group (www.northeastexecutives.com), which started in 2004. The Northeast Executive Advisory Group (NEAG) includes thousands of executives, professionals and community leaders who help each other grow their respective businesses, offer support with referrals, collaborate on philanthropic endeavors and assist those between jobs land in the right place.

In this episode, you'll hear Ted share stories from his career, why he started NEAG and how building authentic connections is at the center of it all.

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Get in touch with Ted: [email protected]

If you'd like quick tangible tips and practical corporate career advice to level up your authentic leadership, download the 10 simple "plays" to stop selling out and start standing out at https://bauthenticinc.mykajabi.com/freebie

To connect with Erin and/or Nicole, email: [email protected]

If you like jammin' with us on the podcast, b sure to join us for more fun and inspiration!

• Follow b Cause on Twitter (really it's mostly Nicole)

• Follow Erin on LinkedIn or Instagram

• Join the b Cause Podcast Facebook Group

• Take our simple, fun and insightful"What's your workplace superhero name?"quiz

• Unleash your Authentic Superpower with Erin's book,"You Do You (ish)"

• Check out our blog for more no-BS career advice

• Work with Us

• Or just buy some fun, authentic, kick-ars merch here

DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences.

Tweetable Comments

• "I've always had a strong visual of that person that I wanted to be."

• "I try to stay in the moment if I'm not thinking, 'oh, what do I want to get from this?' it keeps the experience as positive as possible."

• "You to have courage. You have to be sure about what you stand for and what you represent."

• "People are less inspired by the words you say, and more by the actions you display."

• "Know what depletes your energy and know what boosts your energy and actively seek out and consume generously those things that boost your energy."

Interviews can be pretty daunting. You've probably been on the other side of the table, sweating bullets as the interviewer fires question after question at you. And now it's your turn to ask the questions? Yikes. But don't worry, we've got your back.

In this episode, Erin lays out 10 questions that you can easily use in an interview. Think of these questions as training wheels - they'll help you get started, but eventually, you'll be able to ride without them.

So, whether you're interviewing for your next A+ player or trying to find that missing piece to your team, tune in to learn how asking the right questions can make all the difference.

119: 3 Hacks For Asking Powerful Questions That Put You in the Pole Position

If you'd like quick tangible tips and practical corporate career advice to level up your authentic leadership, download the 10 simple "plays" to stop selling out and start standing out at https://bauthenticinc.mykajabi.com/freebie

To connect with Erin and/or Nicole, email: [email protected]

If you like jammin' with us on the podcast, b sure to join us for more fun and inspiration!

• Follow b Cause on Twitter (really it's mostly Nicole)

• Follow Erin on LinkedIn or Instagram

• Join the b Cause Podcast Facebook Group

• Take our simple, fun and insightful"What's your workplace superhero name?"quiz

• Unleash your Authentic Superpower with Erin's book,"You Do You (ish)"

• Check out our blog for more no-BS career advice

• Work with Us

• Or just buy some fun, authentic, kick-ars merch here

DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences.

Tweetable Comments

• "If you ask, "How authentic is XYZ company?" They're not going to know where to go with that. They're going to ramble. It's not going to give you any insights and it's not going to feel fun or joyous. But if you ask them on a scale of 1 to 10 and ask them for that number, they're never going to stop at the number. It forces them to pause and be able to articulate an answer in a way that they wouldn't be able to do if you'd just ask them."

• "They're not used to getting to reflect like that. They aren't used to getting to have intellectual stimulation beyond PowerPoints and meetings and emails. But being asked a thoughtful question like that, there's something in them that's going to think, 'Oh, I really like this person.'"

• "You want them to feel like this is who you are. And these questions hopefully will start to program you and make you who you are."

• "You want them to feel like this is who you are. And these questions hopefully will start to program you and make you who you are."

We've all been guilty of trying to be perfect. We run around our house making it look like a museum. We run our meetings with the proper agenda. We have this constant anxiety that goes along with trying to make the inevitably imperfect, perfect.

But what if instead of focusing on perfection, we instead focus on creating a vibe? A feeling, an aura, an environment that is more focused on the feeling we want people to have than the façade.

Well, Erin and Nicole have tested this out and holy schnikies, it changes everything!

Because here's the thing–people are sick of going through the motions, both at work and (especially) in life. When you focus on creating a vibe instead of the perfect charcuterie board or board meeting, people think and feel "Ahhhh, I was so sick of everyone's perfection. This is the vibe I've been craving instead and didn't even know it!"

Tune to hear how just this small shift in mindset has changed work and life for both Erin and Nicole, and to start thinking about where you can replace perfection with creating a vibe.

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If you'd like quick tangible tips and practical corporate career advice to level up your authentic leadership, download the 10 simple "plays" to stop selling out and start standing out at https://bauthenticinc.mykajabi.com/freebie

To connect with Erin and/or Nicole, email: [email protected]

If you like jammin' with us on the podcast, b sure to join us for more fun and inspiration!

• Follow b Cause on Twitter (really it's mostly Nicole)

• Follow Erin on LinkedIn or Instagram

• Join the b Cause Podcast Facebook Group

• Take our simple, fun and insightful"What's your workplace superhero name?"quiz

• Unleash your Authentic Superpower with Erin's book,"You Do You (ish)"

• Check out our blog for more no-BS career advice

• Work with Us

• Or just buy some fun, authentic, kick-ars merch here

DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences.

Tweetable Comments

• "Other than the national tragedies and the fact that I caught both COVID and poison ivy, it was a great weekend."

• "Poison ivy is like jury duty. Once you have it, you seem to just keep getting it."

• "If you're putting it out there, I'm getting your vibe. I'm here to support you. I'll work with what you give me. That's a recipe for your success."

• "Criminal law, sexy. Civil law is lucrative. Administrative law? I don't know that people know that exists. That's what we need!'"

• "Apparently my pasta salad was the talk of the town at the company picnic."

• "The vibe is to take myself where I feel like I can make a difference, but don't feel like I own all these outcomes because that's not authentic. That's not the vibe."

In this episode, Erin sits down with Anton Gunn, a former state legislator, federal policymaker, and Harvard Professor and now the founder of the 937 Strategy Group for discussion on, well, everything.

Anton is sure to inspire you as he shares his passion for great leadership and how it was formed from a unique combination of being part of a family dedicated to service, the five U.S. Presidents he met, his many mentors, his college football coaches (what not to do) and hip hop.

If you're looking to truly become a great leader, you don't want to miss this episode. You'll be incredibly moved by his authentic perspective on how to move forward in life, take on incredible challenges and be the kind of leader that leaves a legacy for many people including, most importantly, your family.

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If you'd like quick tangible tips and practical corporate career advice to level up your authentic leadership, download the 10 simple "plays" to stop selling out and start standing out at https://bauthenticinc.mykajabi.com/freebie

To connect with Erin and/or Nicole, email: [email protected]

If you like jammin' with us on the podcast, b sure to join us for more fun and inspiration!

• Follow b Cause on Twitter (really it's mostly Nicole)

• Follow Erin on LinkedIn or Instagram

• Join the b Cause Podcast Facebook Group

• Take our simple, fun and insightful"What's your workplace superhero name?"quiz

• Unleash your Authentic Superpower with Erin's book,"You Do You (ish)"

• Check out our blog for more no-BS career advice

• Work with Us

• Or just buy some fun, authentic, kick-ars merch here

DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences.

Tweetable Comments

• "You're never too big to help someone out, because there's always someone out there in the universe who needs to hear from you."

• "Who am I to deny someone of their opportunity? It's not a rivalry, it's authentic."

• "I teach leaders not to be transactional, but to be relational."

• "To focus on relationships, regardless of status, is really important."

• "When you don't have a good environment, where people feel valued or respected, you can't get people to optimally perform."

• "I wasn't appreciated as a person, so I did the bare minimum, and you see the same in the workplace. You mentally quit long before you physically quit."

• "If you're disabled, if you have limited English proficiency if you're just poor, the system is fragmented for you and it's hard to live out your potential."

• "When you get into a new leadership position...you're only entitled to the respect and value of a leader for one day. The next day you have to begin earning that title and earning that respect of the team you lead."

• "You need to interview the people on your team for their expertise on how you should be doing a great job."

• "All of us at some point get told what we can't do, what we can't have, and that we don't have all the tools in the toolbox that other people have."

• "How do you encounter the person at the store, doing your laundry, the person washing your car. You can act a certain way with everyone, and that attitude reflects in your leadership."

Employee burnout has become a hot topic in recent years, as more and more workers report feeling overwhelmed and stressed out. There are several reasons why this may be the case, but some of the most common include unrealistic expectations, a lack of work/life balance, and a feeling of being unappreciated. Oh, and a global pandemic.

And we probably don't have to tell you the impact. But we will. For employees, burnout can lead to physical and mental health problems, as well as job dissatisfaction and motivation. For employers, it can mean increased absenteeism, decreased productivity, and turnover.

Whatever the cause or repercussions, burnout can have serious consequences for both employees and employers. And too often we talk about what a person can do for THEMSELVES to reduce burnout. But the reality is they need help from their leadership more than anything.

In this episode, Erin shares 10 practical tips for leaders to reduce employee burnout that are so easy to implement you can literally start tomorrow.

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If you'd like quick tangible tips and practical corporate career advice to level up your authentic leadership, download the 10 simple "plays" to stop selling out and start standing out at https://bauthenticinc.mykajabi.com/freebie

To connect with Erin and/or Nicole, email: [email protected]

If you like jammin' with us on the podcast, b sure to join us for more fun and inspiration!

• Follow b Cause on Twitter (really it's mostly Nicole)

• Follow Erin on LinkedIn or Instagram

• Join the b Cause Podcast Facebook Group

• Take our simple, fun and insightful"What's your workplace superhero name?"quiz

• Unleash your Authentic Superpower with Erin's book,"You Do You (ish)"

• Check out our blog for more no-BS career advice

• Work with Us

• Or just buy some fun, authentic, kick-ars merch here

DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences.

Tweetable Comments

• "Instead of asking somebody, 'How are you doing?' change that to 'How are you doing on a scale of 1-10?'"

• "Take a real vacation and do not log in."

• "Share your experiment with others and let it grow like wildfire."

• "What one thing, if you could get rid of it would allow you to focus more on the big work?"

• "Take a real vacation. You could talk about the importance of taking a vacation all day long, but then if you go on a vacation and you're constantly checking in and you're the martyr that's taking meetings, that trumps everything you said."

Like a fine wine that's aged, Erin is finally busting out an interview with her favorite boss, Martha Temple, and she's sharing all her thoughts on how to have a big career by not conforming.

Earning an executive title and the corner office isn't exactly easy. So, what's the secret sauce to making it as a big time executive while maintaining your sanity and self? Well, here's what Martha will tell you it's not: fitting in.

Martha is an experienced CEO and P&L owner who led several major subsidiary companies within Fortune 50 companies and is now a Board Member of six companies. An Actuary only by certification (not by stereotyped personality), Martha has spent her career bucking the norm and leading with authenticity and passion.

She's a big believer that people have way more talent and great ideas than they give themselves credit for, and she's passionate about helping people see that success only really comes when you commit to standing out and doing the things that aren't necessarily popular or normal.

In this episode, you'll hear Martha share what's shaped her throughout her corporate career, dish out advice for others who want to make it to the top, and also share some funny stories along the way.

If you're interested in climbing the ladder while maintaining your sanity and self, this episode is for you.

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If you'd like quick tangible tips and practical corporate career advice to level up your authentic leadership, download the 10 simple "plays" to stop selling out and start standing out at https://bauthenticinc.mykajabi.com/freebie

To connect with Erin and/or Nicole, email: [email protected]

If you like jammin' with us on the podcast, b sure to join us for more fun and inspiration!

• Follow b Cause on Twitter (really it's mostly Nicole)

• Follow Erin on LinkedIn or Instagram

• Join the b Cause Podcast Facebook Group

• Take our simple, fun and insightful"What's your workplace superhero name?"quiz

• Unleash your Authentic Superpower with Erin's book,"You Do You (ish)"

• Check out our blog for more no-BS career advice

• Work with Us

• Or just buy some fun, authentic, kick-ars merch here

DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences.

Tweetable Comments

• "Being a woman in the roles I was in, I wanted to make sure that I was remembered."

• "It's sitting in their office and saying, 'I love that picture of your family.' Because all of a sudden you have a personal connection and too many people don't work that personal connection."

• "If you have somebody that'll support you and who knows you're not going to be perfect, all you have to do is figure out the first step."

• "You've got to trust your gut. If you don't trust your gut, you're never going to succeed."

• "I see too many people that sit in the background and have great ideas but aren't willing to be the one to put it out there."

• "If you do what you want to do and you love what you're going to do, you're going to be successful at it and enjoy life."

• "Stop apologizing and start being true to yourself."

00:00 Like, they're not willing to feel confident in what they're putting on the table. Like, that can kill you. People will sense that.

00:07 And people are smarter than they think. They're more resilient than they think. And they have better ideas than they think.

00:15 And so put yourself out there. It's hard to do. But people that put themselves out there, I think are much more successful.

00:21 And then they gain confidence and they want to do it again. Yeah. But I see too many people that sit in the background and have great ideas, but are willing to be the one to put it out there.

00:32 Welcome to the B-Cuz podcast with Erin and Nicole. Uh, wait, are we recording? Yes, this is our intro. So, we've been friends long enough to basically go from idiots to executives.

00:44 And then we got fed up with the fake working world, the rat races, and all the parts of our lives where we needed a costume to coat.

00:50 So if you're in, drop the superhero disguises and photo filters, and join us as we explore and power authenticity everywhere. Everywhere.

00:58 Hey guys, it's Erin here just introducing our next podcast guest and this is crazy. This is episode 157 because this is my favorite boss of all time and truly the one that showed me the way that authenticity can work.

01:22 You know, I talk about it in the book. I talk about how my father really laid the foundation, but Martha was my first person in the business world where I very subconsciously got to watch somebody that had tremendous success and she was not normal and she bucked the norm and was so approachable.

01:42 She was authentic. And so I'm not reading a bio. I will just tell you that Martha first and foremost is an actuary.

02:01 Which there's a funny moment in our conversation because she already recorded it, where she kind of has an epiphany that I never passed any exams. But she took a big chance on me.

02:11 She was an actuary, but she ran several businesses. She was the head of Aetna Global Benefits, then rebranded as Aetna International. A tremendous success running that for many, many years.

02:22 And then went on to run the New England region for all of Aetna, and then went on to run all of behavioral health for Optum.

02:30 And now is a board member, she's on six boards. And I just think you'll love this conversation.

Break out the bubbly and put your party pants on because NICOLE. GOT. A. NEW. JOB!

And to help her put her best foot forward, Erin's sharing her top tips with Nicole (and you, dear listener) on how to make that fancy new job better than the last.

People mentioned in the episode:

Jackie Brubaker's Podcast

Renée Bauer

If you'd like quick tangible tips and practical corporate career advice to level up your authentic leadership, download the 10 simple "plays" to stop selling out and start standing out at https://bauthenticinc.mykajabi.com/freebie

To connect with Erin and/or Nicole, email: [email protected]

If you like jammin' with us on the podcast, b sure to join us for more fun and inspiration!

• Follow b Cause on Twitter (really it's mostly Nicole)

• Follow Erin on LinkedIn or Instagram

• Join the b Cause Podcast Facebook Group

• Take our simple, fun and insightful"What's your workplace superhero name?"quiz

• Unleash your Authentic Superpower with Erin's book,"You Do You (ish)"

• Check out our blog for more no-BS career advice

• Work with Us

• Or just buy some fun, authentic, kick-ars merch here

DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences.

Tweetable Comments

• "Your text afterward was frameable. It was so well thought out. So poignant. I think it said something like, 'That was fucking, fucking, fucking awesome.'"

• "You don't have an appointment with me right now, Nicole does. Check my calendar. You need to exit stage left and go work on your homework."- Erin to her son Mick

• "An open door was created that I never would have had because of this moment of familiarity connection. It had nothing to do with professional clout."

• "Don't go into a new job trying to prove yourself based on hard work. If you go in and have this mentality that 'I'll do whatever it takes', you are essentially indicating to them that you were an employee earlier in your career."

• "How do you demonstrate your value and show that you're not just a do-er, that you're actually a leader?"

Podcast Episode Summary

In this episode of the Because Work Doesn't Have to Suck podcast, :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} and her co-host Nicole blend humor, vulnerability, and real-life transitions to explore authenticity, career reinvention, anxiety, and what it means to show up fully in both work and life.

Episode Highlights

Opening: Realness Over "Professional Cloud" (00:00–01:27)

The episode opens with playful banter and a rejection of "performative professionalism." The hosts invite listeners into a space where authenticity replaces polished facades, encouraging people to drop "costumes" and show up as themselves.

Community, Vulnerability & Support (01:27–04:30)

Erin reflects on an outpouring of support following a personal family loss. She shares how listeners and community members responded with empathy and shared experiences, reinforcing the podcast's goal of turning a "2D audience" into a "3D community."

Friendship, Life Moments & Humor (04:30–09:30)

The conversation shifts into personal storytelling—reunions with friends, shared meals, and humorous anecdotes from a women's summit event. The tone is light, self-deprecating, and full of vivid storytelling about food, travel, and connection.

Women's Summit & Meaningful Connections (09:30–12:30)

Erin reflects on speaking at a women's summit and meeting inspiring people, including performers and creators with diverse backgrounds. The discussion highlights the value of stepping into real-world experiences and building authentic professional relationships.

Career Transition & Identity Shift (14:00–17:30)

Erin shares a major life update: transitioning into a new professional role that aligns with her values, public service interests, and desire for more balance. She reflects on past stressors, identity shifts, and choosing a path that prioritizes sustainability over constant intensity.

Understanding Anxiety (17:30–23:30)

A key part of the episode explores Erin's realization that her "productivity overdrive" was actually anxiety. She and Nicole discuss how anxiety can manifest as over-functioning, control-seeking, and constant mental planning rather than visible panic.

Three Career Transition Strategies (26:30–41:00)

• 1. Set Boundaries Early: Establish clear calendar blocks and personal priorities immediately in a new role to set expectations and protect energy.
• 2. Use Strategic Humility: Build trust quickly by sharing relatable, human stories rather than leading with credentials alone.
• 3. Lead, Don't Over-Perform: Avoid defaulting to "always-on" productivity. Focus on leadership presence, judgment, and influence rather than constant output.

Reframing Work, Identity & Freedom (41:00–44:30)

The hosts reflect on balancing ambition with personal freedom, emphasizing that success can be redefined. Erin emphasizes preserving space for relationships, creativity, and presence rather than over-identifying with work.

Core Themes

• Authenticity as a leadership strategy
• Career reinvention and identity evolution
• Recognizing and reframing anxiety
• Boundaries as a form of confidence
• Humility and storytelling as trust accelerators
• Redefining success beyond constant productivity

Closing Message

The episode ends with encouragement to listeners to stay connected, share the podcast, and continue building community. The tone remains playful but grounded in a consistent message: real connection and authenticity matter more than performance.

We all want to be successful, but sometimes it can be hard to define what success looks like. Is it having a big house and a nice car? Is it being able to travel and see the world? Or is it simply being happy and content with your life?

The truth is, that success means different things to different people. But if you're having trouble defining what success looks like for you, our guest, Tim Schurrer, is here to help.

Tim knows what it takes to build a winning team. He spent almost a decade of his career-launching two brands— StoryBrand and Business Made Simple—as COO alongside New York Times bestselling author Donald Miller. Before that Tim worked at TOMS as well as Apple Inc. He is the host of the Build a Winning Team podcast, where he offers listeners actionable advice as he interviews some of the top leaders in business.

Ready to redefine what success looks like for you? Tune into this episode to find out how to get started.

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If you'd like quick tangible tips and practical corporate career advice to level up your authentic leadership, download the 10 simple "plays" to stop selling out and start standing out at https://bauthenticinc.mykajabi.com/freebie

To connect with Erin and/or Nicole, email: [email protected]

If you like jammin' with us on the podcast, b sure to join us for more fun and inspiration!

• Follow b Cause on Twitter (really it's mostly Nicole)

• Follow Erin on LinkedIn or Instagram

• Join the b Cause Podcast Facebook Group

• Take our simple, fun and insightful"What's your workplace superhero name?"quiz

• Unleash your Authentic Superpower with Erin's book,"You Do You (ish)"

• Check out our blog for more no-BS career advice

• Work with Us

• Or just buy some fun, authentic, kick-ars merch here

DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences.

Tweetable Comments

• "If you're chasing after the wrong definition of success, it usually leaves you feeling worse or the same as you felt before you had that thing that you thought you wanted."

• "The momentum started to happen for me in my career when I stopped trying to be the guy on the stage and started helping other people."

• "Does your calendar, does your schedule, do your behaviors match up with how it is that you would say you define success?"

• "Success is in the assist."

• "We have to learn to identify what success looks like for each of us and keep our eyes on our own scorecard rather than constantly being influenced by everything else around us."

• "Our lack of defining success is used as a filter that is then causing us to behave and make decisions in a particular way."