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Episode 138 - From Building Blocks to Building Futures: Paul Sanbar's Journey with Lego Serious Play
In this episode, I chat with Paul Sanbar - Ingenuity + Leadership Coach. Paul will share how these colorful bricks have become a cornerstone in his coaching methods, enhancing organizational and personal growth. We'll peel back the layers of therapy versus coaching, exploring how Lego provides tangible outcomes for those seeking to address present and future challenges.
Paul is here to unpack the cognitive science that underscores the value of Lego SERIOUS PLAY and how this analog activity can ground us in a digital world. Prepare to be intrigued as we discuss the blending of work and play in corporate culture, and how finding flow in a simple build can be transformative.
We'll also delve into Paul's transition from psychotherapy to coaching, and how his journey connects to the childhood joy of Lego. Plus, he will shed some light on upcoming innovations within Lego Serious Play.
And for those skeptics out there, Paul brings a wealth of evidence-based data to answer any doubts about the efficacy of this method. We're also going to address a topic we all grapple with – distraction. Together with Paul, we'll explore the importance of finding singular focus and the meditative powers of solitary activities like Lego building.
So, roll up your sleeves, let your inner child out, and get ready for a session that promises to build insights, brick by brick. Stay tuned for an enlightening conversation with Paul, and let's discover the harmonious song that resonates from within us all.
Timestamps:
00:00 Striving for control, architect-turned-author reflects.
03:32 Overcorrection led to return to business world.
07:29 Lego SERIOUS PLAY is about building thoughts.
11:53 Embracing imagination, knowledge, and connection as adults.
13:30 Lego SERIOUS PLAY helps connect with inner self.
19:38 Lego SERIOUS PLAY connects neuroscience with problem-solving.
22:32 Lego SERIOUS PLAY is a client facilitator tool.
25:46 Transition to coaching, focusing on growth.
30:32 Lego play for achieving flow state.
33:06 Narrow focus and solitary walks to refocus.
35:37 Coach helping business leaders through play and LinkedIn.
About Paul:
Paul's journey through life has been what he humorously calls a "fortunate series of overcorrections." As a child with a passion for precision and a tactile love for creation, he dreamed of shaping the world as an architect. The physical act of building was a joyful endeavor for young Paul, a beacon of order amidst the background chaos that characterized his early years.
He carried this dream into his educational pursuits, determined to formalize his innate talent within the structured confines of architectural schooling. However, the reality of the profession soon revealed itself to be misaligned with his core desires. This realization marked the beginning of Paul's series of adjustments, each redirecting him further from his initial path but closer to a deeper understanding of himself.
Today, still caught in the whirlwind of self-discovery, Paul balances on the edge of another milestone: the completion of his book, aptly titled after his life's unpredictable journey. It's a testament to the young boy who loved to build and the man who learned that the strongest foundations often emerge from the pivots and shifts of a life lived authentically.
Connect with Paul:
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulsanbar/
LinkTree : https://linktr.ee/pshadisanbarpcc
Follow Elena:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/
Listen on:
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shift-with-elena-agar/id1530850914
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5UKh6dWcuQwJlmAOqD8wij
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By Elena Agaragimova
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In this episode, I chat with Paul Sanbar - Ingenuity + Leadership Coach. Paul will share how these colorful bricks have become a cornerstone in his coaching methods, enhancing organizational and personal growth. We'll peel back the layers of therapy versus coaching, exploring how Lego provides tangible outcomes for those seeking to address present and future challenges.
Paul is here to unpack the cognitive science that underscores the value of Lego SERIOUS PLAY and how this analog activity can ground us in a digital world. Prepare to be intrigued as we discuss the blending of work and play in corporate culture, and how finding flow in a simple build can be transformative.
We'll also delve into Paul's transition from psychotherapy to coaching, and how his journey connects to the childhood joy of Lego. Plus, he will shed some light on upcoming innovations within Lego Serious Play.
And for those skeptics out there, Paul brings a wealth of evidence-based data to answer any doubts about the efficacy of this method. We're also going to address a topic we all grapple with – distraction. Together with Paul, we'll explore the importance of finding singular focus and the meditative powers of solitary activities like Lego building.
So, roll up your sleeves, let your inner child out, and get ready for a session that promises to build insights, brick by brick. Stay tuned for an enlightening conversation with Paul, and let's discover the harmonious song that resonates from within us all.
Timestamps:
00:00 Striving for control, architect-turned-author reflects.
03:32 Overcorrection led to return to business world.
07:29 Lego SERIOUS PLAY is about building thoughts.
11:53 Embracing imagination, knowledge, and connection as adults.
13:30 Lego SERIOUS PLAY helps connect with inner self.
19:38 Lego SERIOUS PLAY connects neuroscience with problem-solving.
22:32 Lego SERIOUS PLAY is a client facilitator tool.
25:46 Transition to coaching, focusing on growth.
30:32 Lego play for achieving flow state.
33:06 Narrow focus and solitary walks to refocus.
35:37 Coach helping business leaders through play and LinkedIn.
About Paul:
Paul's journey through life has been what he humorously calls a "fortunate series of overcorrections." As a child with a passion for precision and a tactile love for creation, he dreamed of shaping the world as an architect. The physical act of building was a joyful endeavor for young Paul, a beacon of order amidst the background chaos that characterized his early years.
He carried this dream into his educational pursuits, determined to formalize his innate talent within the structured confines of architectural schooling. However, the reality of the profession soon revealed itself to be misaligned with his core desires. This realization marked the beginning of Paul's series of adjustments, each redirecting him further from his initial path but closer to a deeper understanding of himself.
Today, still caught in the whirlwind of self-discovery, Paul balances on the edge of another milestone: the completion of his book, aptly titled after his life's unpredictable journey. It's a testament to the young boy who loved to build and the man who learned that the strongest foundations often emerge from the pivots and shifts of a life lived authentically.
Connect with Paul:
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulsanbar/
LinkTree : https://linktr.ee/pshadisanbarpcc
Follow Elena:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/
Listen on:
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shift-with-elena-agar/id1530850914
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5UKh6dWcuQwJlmAOqD8wij