It takes courage and effort to be who you truly are, but the journey is worth it. In this episode, Jayson Gaddis joins Boomer and John to talk about the work required to embrace your true self, even in the face of relational losses. Jayson also shares the lessons he’s learned about staying present with his family while running a business, and he explains why he hates small talk. 

Guest Bio: Jayson Gaddis is a speaker, author, human behavior specialist and relationship expert who has devoted his life to helping people understand each other. He is the creator of Interpersonal Intelligence® and Present Centered Relationship Coaching® and has trained over 200 coaches in 11 countries. His book Getting to Zero: How to work Through Conflict In Your High Stakes Relationships was voted Editors Choice, Best non-fiction, and Best Leadership and Business book in 2021 on Amazon. Jayson is the founder of The Relationship School which aims to evolve culture and enhance communities by helping people become excellent communicators and leaders in their most important high-stakes relationships. He’s also the host of the Relationship School podcast. 

Episode Recap:

• How to take conversations to a deeper level (1:13)
• You can’t be fulfilled when you’re being someone you’re not (4:14)
• It takes a journey to come back to who you are (5:57)
• People will sometimes dim or shrink themselves to maintain relationships (8:05)
• Relational loss is a natural part of growth (12:14)
• Staying present with your family while running a business (15:34)
• How to learn more from Jayson (23:37)

Resources:

Jayson Gaddis Website

The Relationship School

“Getting to Zero” by Jayson Gaddis

Jayson’s Newsletter

Follow Jason on Instagram

Join us on LinkedIn

Boomer Alred 

John Wiesehan III