Glitter, Grit, and Growth

Many podcasters and thought leaders are giving lots of air time to the concept of Human Design. In Episode 15, we talk about what Human Design is and isn’t as well as how we’ve effectively used other personality assessments throughout our lives and careers.

This podcast is for you if you believe that:

• Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.

• Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doing epic shit!

• It should be a “No” unless it’s a “Hell Yes!”

• There’s more than enough for everyone.

• Your energy will tell you where to go next. Listen and

• People are so much more than titles and the boxes others put them in.

The top three tips from this episode are:

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In this episode, you'll learn:

2:15 - Incorporating the language of personality profiles into daily conversations

3:36 - The various personality tests

6:02 - Understand your strengths to amplify your impact

7:23 - Find the personality assessment that fits you

9:03 - What is Human Design?

11:21 - Using personality assessments in our personal and professional lives

12:38 - The pitfalls of generalizing based on personality profiles

15:24 - We can keep uncovering more insights about ourselves

18:14 - The limitations of personality assessments

20:55 - The oversimplification (or overcomplication) of certain personality assessments

Recap:

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In Episode 14, we explore finding the balance between being grateful for what we have and still striving for more. While sometimes gratitude and ambition feel like opposing forces, they can actually co-exist and compliment each other to create a rich and fulfilling life.

This podcast is for you if you believe that:

• Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.

• Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doing epic shit!

• It should be a “No” unless it’s a “Hell Yes!”

• There’s more than enough for everyone.

• Your energy will tell you where to go next. Listen and

• People are so much more than titles and the boxes others put them in.

The top three tips from this episode are:

Follow us on LinkedIn:

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In this episode, you'll learn:

2:45 - The definition of gratitude and ambition

3:58 - Gratitude as a practice

6:55 - Train your brain for gratitude

8:13 - Slow down and simplify to lean in to gratitude

8:35 - Gratitude does not mean complacency

12:15 - The antidote to complacency is curiosity

14:45 - The synergistic relationship between gratitude and ambition

15:15 - The daily steps to infusing gratitude and ambition into your daily life

Resources:

"The Big Leap" by Gay Hendricks: ⁠https://a.co/d/693YLNy

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In Episode 13, we review our first book: "The Big Leap" by New York Times Best Selling Author Gay Hendricks. This interactive book helps readers conquer hidden fears described as the “Upper Limit Problem” or ULP for short. If you’re willing to identify and remove your obstacles to success, you’re able to experience new levels of abundance, love, and creativity.

This podcast is for you if you believe that:

• Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.

• Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doing epic shit!

• It should be a “No” unless it’s a “Hell Yes!”

• There’s more than enough for everyone.

• Your energy will tell you where to go next. Listen and

• People are so much more than titles and the boxes others put them in.

The top three tips from this episode are:

Follow us on LinkedIn:

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In this episode, you'll learn:

3:01 - Overview of "The Big Leap"

3:56 - The four zones: incompetence, competence, excellence, and genius

6:05 - The companion book: "Your Big Leap Year"

8:13 - Absorb and apply what we’re reading instead of simply consuming

9:18 - Upper Limit Problems - when you start to experience the Zone of Genius, beware of actions that

12:24 - False beliefs

17:52 - Breaking out of the Zone of Excellence to enter the unlimited upward spiral of the Zone of Genius

21:13 - The Ultimate Success Mantra – “I expand in abundance, success, and love every day, as I inspire those around me to do the same.”

22:00 - Einstein Time

22:25 - The flaws of "The Big Leap"

Recap:

Resources:

"The Big Leap" by Gay Hendricks: https://a.co/d/693YLNy

"Your Big Leap Year" by Gay Hendricks: https://a.co/d/1oNJ75x

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In Episode 12, we explore the glitter of perfectionism, the gritty downside of toxic perfectionism, and our opportunities for growth. While, as achievers, we acknowledge that we set high standards for ourselves, have great attention to detail, and are driven by a desire for self-improvement, it’s important to discern when perfectionism actually helps us and when it hurts us.

This podcast is for you if you believe that:

• Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.

• Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doing epic shit!

• It should be a “No” unless it’s a “Hell Yes!”

• There’s more than enough for everyone.

• Your energy will tell you where to go next. Listen and

• People are so much more than titles and the boxes others put them in.

The top three tips from this episode are:

Follow us on LinkedIn:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-sanchez/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠

In this episode, you'll learn:

Recap:

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In Episode 11, we discuss the importance of decluttering: physically, digitally, and mentally. We acknowledge that the more we remove what doesn’t serve us, the more space we create for what does.

This podcast is for you if you believe that:

• Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.

• Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doing epic shit!

• It should be a “No” unless it’s a “Hell Yes!”

• There’s more than enough for everyone.

• Your energy will tell you where to go next. Listen and

• People are so much more than titles and the boxes others put them in.

The top three takeaways from this episode are:

Follow us on LinkedIn:

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In this episode, you'll learn:

1:46 - Decluttering can bring us so much joy

10:45 - Simplify to amplify

13:54 - Tips to help declutter:

16:46 - The exception: embrace the clutter and messiness at the beginning of the creative process

18:14 - Digital clutter - regularly unsubscribe, clean out emails, and purge apps

24:17 - Mental decluttering- the “Not To Do” list

Recap:

Resources:

Read The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo:

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In Episode 10, we discuss the unexpected, fleeting moments in life that bring lightheartedness and joy: glimmers! We’ll define not only what glimmers are, but what they aren’t, and how glimmers present themselves to us when we are open to seeing and experiencing them.

This podcast is for you if you believe that:

• Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.

• Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doing epic shit!

• It should be a “No” unless it’s a “Hell Yes!”

• There’s more than enough for everyone.

• Your energy will tell you where to go next. Listen and

• People are so much more than titles and the boxes others put them in.

The top three takeaways from this episode are:

• It’s important to be intentional when noticing glimmers. Train your brain to be open to them, to acknowledge them, and to share them with others, then write them down.

• Everyone’s glimmers are unique to them and reflective of their core values. 

• Grant yourself permission to notice the small, synchronicities of your lived experience. 

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In this episode, you'll learn:

Recap:

Resources:

Read about glimmers in Deb Dana’s book Polyvagal Theory in Therapy: 

https://amzn.to/45oDCXe

Listen to Francis Cabrel’s song La Cabane du Pêcheur:

https://open.spotify.com/track/4ErQfUbuUBm7LtsNZBEDOh?si=TyUjaqJqRO6A9urgnzksng

Read about the See-Do-Get model in Stephen Covey’s book The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People:

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Read Carl Jung’s thoughts about Synchronicity:

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Watch Mel Robbins’s podcast on synchronicity:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=exfSl-tWwMM

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In Episode 9, we discuss the grit needed when something doesn’t go as planned. You’ll hear great tips and strategies so that next time you face one of those challenging days, you can face it head on.

This podcast is for you if you believe that:

• Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.

• Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doing epic shit!

• It should be a “No” unless it’s a “Hell Yes!”

• There’s more than enough for everyone.

• Your energy will tell you where to go next. Listen and

• People are so much more than titles and the boxes others put them in.

The top three takeaways from this episode are:

• Everyone has gritty moments. You are not alone!

• Pushing through the grit and getting to the other side brings a sense of accomplishment. 

• Gritty moments are where we make memories. 

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In this episode, you'll learn:

Recap:

Resources:

Watch Jill’s TEDx talk on Laughter Yoga here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ceNjIzoDIU

Access The Wheel of Emotions here: https://www.isu.edu/media/libraries/counseling-and-testing/documents/Wheel-of-Emotions-Handout-(3).pdf

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In Episode 8, we discuss the grit and commitment it takes to get through the “normal” days. You’ll hear tips and techniques about morning, midday, and evening routines. You’ll be encouraged to follow your energetic flow to optimize productivity, creativity, and relationships.

This podcast is for you if you believe that:

• Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.

• Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doing epic shit!

• It should be a “No” unless it’s a “Hell Yes!”

• There’s more than enough for everyone.

• Your energy will tell you where to go next. Listen and

• People are so much more than titles and the boxes others put them in.

The top three takeaways from this episode are:

• Know yourself and your patterns. Check in with yourself and design your day to align with your energy.

• Create routines for your morning, mid-day, and evening with intentionality. Do your most important tasks when your energy is highest and recharge when you can.

• You have more control over your schedule than you may think. Get creative with your time management.

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In this episode, you'll learn:

1:47 - Leveraging your peak productivity and creativity time

6:13 - Tips to get through the grit and grind:

- Mel Robbins - don’t snooze

- Take small action steps

- Create before consuming

- Dump down stream of consciousness

- Eat the frog!

10:52 - Create life by design: become in tune with yourself, release judgment, and observe “What is”

11:34 - Overcome the mid-afternoon slump

14:20 - Take back control of your schedule with the pomodoro technique, timers, and the GEMO mantra

20:32 - Unwind with intentionality and leverage techniques that will keep you in track

Recap:

Tips and tricks that create routine and help manage the grit and grind of daily life include:

Be deliberate with your time management and match your tasks with what works best for your energy as often as you can.

Learn from other experts like:

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Episode 7 continues our interview series where guests chat about their journey through the lens of Glitter, Grit, and Growth. This time you’ll hear about unboxing your creative genius with our co-host, Shelley Sánchez. You’ll learn about why creativity is so important, how we end up “boxing it up” at times, and the overall impact creativity can have on our relationships, our health, and our future.

This podcast is for you if you believe that:

• Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.

• Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doing epic shit!

• It should be a “No” unless it’s a “Hell Yes!”

• There’s more than enough for everyone.

• Your energy will tell you where to go next. Listen and

• People are so much more than titles and the boxes others put them in.

Follow us on LinkedIn:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-sanchez/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jill-johns-international/⁠⁠⁠

1:40 - Shelley’s favorite manifesto tenet

2:52 - Why creativity is so important

8:10 - Why we “box up” our creativity sometimes

12:30 - How unboxing your creative energy can enhance your health

14:17 - Having a vision for the future - the best is yet to come

16:48 - Shelley’s This or That responses

Recap:

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Episode 6:

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Are you ready for it? Episode 6 kicks off the interview series where guests chat about their journey through the lens of Glitter, Grit, and Growth. Who better to start the series off than our own co-host (and Swiftie), Jill Johns! You’ll get to know Jill all too well, from managing her reputation to acting fearless when she felt anything but. If there’s one thing I know to be true about her, she’s in her thriving era.

This podcast is for you if you believe that:

• Embracing a growth mindset and being brave enough to suck at something new is a must.

• Fear should be acknowledged but shouldn’t stop you from doing epic shit!

• It should be a “No” unless it’s a “Hell Yes!”

• There’s more than enough for everyone.

• Your energy will tell you where to go next. Listen and

• People are so much more than titles and the boxes others put them in.

• You have permission to pivot, reinvent yourself, and grow throughout life. Embrace your eras.

• Trust your instincts and go after what sets your soul on fire. If it’s not a hell yes, it’s a no!

• Follow your heart and let your energy guide you. It will lead you to incredible experiences.

⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-sanchez/⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jill-johns-international/⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, you'll learn:

1:33 - The Glitter, Grit, and Growth manifesto

5:28 - Embrace a growth mindset

8:20 - Trust your instincts and pursue what sets your soul on fire. If it’s not a hell yes, it’s a no!

11:06 - Listen to the nudges, trust the process, and follow the nudges without shame

14:01 - Defy expectations and refuse to be confined by boxes and stereotypes. Embrace being a multipotentialite

17:30 - Book recommendation: Emotional Sensitivity and Intensity: How to Manage Intense Emotions as a Highly Sensitive Person by Imi Lo

Recap:

Resources:

Emotional Sensitivity and Intensity: How to Manage Intense Emotions as a Highly Sensitive Person by Imi Lo https://a.co/d/1oiaSGq

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Episode 5:

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