Dear Empath with Gus Baxter

On today's episode, I am joined by Marcus Kain, nutrition and strength & conditioning coach. Marcus helps us explore the physical side of wellness. We chat about the current culture, the marketing behind many popular gyms and weight loss systems, the messages we are shown in media and on social media, and how to create a personalized experience for yourself. Thank you to Marcus for joining me today and creating a great episode. 

You can find Marcus Kain on Instagram: @mkaincoaching
You can hear more from Marcus on his podcast, "M Kain Coaching Podcast", on Apple Podcasts. 

On today's episode, we hear from Katie. Katie asks, "How do you deal with covid deniers/anti-vaxxers in your extended family?" This is not a comfortable conversation to have, but one that is very important. We have already entered the Fall holiday season, and there will be many more events in the near future where you will be face to face with people that don't share your views. So what do you do? How can you uphold your own boundaries? Listen to this week's episode where I share three stories from my own life that relate to the skills you can use to navigate these uncertain waters this holiday season. 

Dear Listener is a special segment where you can get coaching around what you're experiencing in your life. Follow me on Instagram for an opportunity to get some coaching around your experiences. Everything will be general. I want everyone to feel safe and confident sharing their experiences. As empaths, we can use these real-world coaching scenarios to put our skills into practice. I invite everyone to listen and learn from these episodes. There will be parts of everyone's story that you resonate with. You can explore how to translate some of the skills discussed into your own life. 

On today's episode, we hear from Amanda who is experiencing jealousy in her relationship. Envy, or Jealousy, is a tricky emotion. Together, we are going to explore the underlying emotions that are driving this expression and honor what Amanda is feeling, without being swept away with obsessive thoughts. Although we are focusing on relationships, the work with Jealousy can be applied to any kind of relationship - personal, professional, familial, etc. 

Dear Listener is a special segment where you can get coaching around what you're experiencing in your life. Follow me on Instagram for an opportunity to get some coaching around your experiences. Everything will be general. I want everyone to feel safe and confident sharing their experiences. As empaths, we can use these real-world coaching scenarios to put our skills into practice. I invite everyone to listen and learn from these episodes. There will be parts of everyone's story that you resonate with. You can explore how to translate some of the skills discussed into your own life. 

On today's episode, we are supporting Adam as he explores changing his career. Have you explore changing your career? Or starting a new job? Delving deep into a new hobby? Making a conscious change in your life? Today, we tackle some of the negative talk you can hear from those around you. A review of the internal skills of empathy will give you a strong foundation to stand on with confidence. All of this combines into your shining vision of the future. Hold onto that vision and let it guide you. 

Dear Listener is a special segment where you can get coaching around what you're experiencing in your life. Follow me on Instagram for an opportunity to get some coaching around your experiences. Everything will be general. I want everyone to feel safe and confident sharing their experiences. As empaths, we can use these real-world coaching scenarios to put our skills into practice. I invite everyone to listen and learn from these episodes. There will be parts of everyone's story that you resonate with. You can explore how to translate some of the skills discussed into your own life. 

On today's episode, I am joined my Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Shane Birkel. Shane focuses his private practice on couples and is a certified Relational Life Therapist. On this episode, Shane leads us through an exploration of male emotional expression. Together, we explore this topic through the lens of patriarchy and the way men are raised, family life, and relationships. 

You can find more from Shane at www.shanebirkel.com, on TikTok and Instagram @Shanebirkel, and you can listen to his podcast , "The Couples Therapist Couch", wherever you listen to podcasts. 

A big thank you to Shane for joining me and sharing his expertise on this subject. 

On today’s episode, I want to deepen our skills in listening. Being a better listener is more than just hearing the other person. Truly listening is an act of selflessness, where you put aside your current experiences and thoughts, and devote yourself to the conversation at hand. Working on being a better listener will help you foster more meaningful connections with those around you.

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On today's episode, I am kicking off a new segment called Dear Listener. Follow me on Instagram for an opportunity to get some coaching around your experiences. Everything will be general. I want everyone to feel safe and confident sharing their experiences. As empaths, we can use these real-world coaching scenarios to put our skills into practice. I invite everyone to listen and learn from these episodes. There will be parts of everyone's story that you resonate with. You can explore how to translate some of the skills discussed into your own life. 

This week, we can supporting Greg as he gets ready to meet his partner's parents for the first time. When was the last time you had to make a good first impression? A job interview? A business meeting? On a date? Join me on this episode to explore how I would coach Greg through this and support him in this experience. 

Welcome to season 2 of Dear Empath with Gus Baxter! I am so excited that you're joining me this season. In season 1, we discussed a ton of foundational skills. This season, we are putting those skills to the test. Get ready for more expert interviews, real-world applications, coaching opportunities, and more advanced skills to learn. 

On today's episode, I discuss a story from my past that influenced my choice to become a coach. When I was 22, a fresh-faced college graduate, I had no idea what I was doing. I was so scared to make a mistake or let anyone know that I was lost, so I did what I saw other people doing. That didn't get me very far. Jump into this weeks episode to hear about how I reconciled with this scared younger self and how that experience drives my practice today. 

Thank you for an amazing first season of Dear Empath with Gus Baxter. On today's episode, I am wrapping up season 1 and highlighting the most important take-aways from the last 22 episodes. In this first season, I talked about foundational skills to support your empathy. In season 2, I will be moving into more application, advanced skills, and expert interviews. 

Join me on July 5th, 2021 for the debut of season 2 of Dear Empath with Gus Baxter. 

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On today's episode, I continue our discussion of comparative thought with Envy. This is a tricky and slippery emotional expression that can become detrimental to us if we are not careful. Envy reflects our relationship to the people around us. The messages we can receive from Envy often revolve around our sense of self and accomplishment. Join me on this episode to unpack this misunderstood emotion and explore how we can work alongside Envy with love and respect. 

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