Life is full of twists and turns, moments that test our resilience, and times when we’re forced to step into the unknown. It’s these moments of uncertainty and transformation that we often discover how strong we are.

In today's episode, I share the first part of a deeply personal story of resilience. It involves reconnecting with an old suitor,  stepping into the unknown, and how the choices I made paved the way for this new call to adventure. 

Tune in and listen to the twelfth episode of I Can Do This Show Me How! to explore resilience, transformation, and how to find your footing when stepping into the unknown.

In this episode, you will learn:

• How resilience is built (0:43)
• What purchasing my own home meant to me (2:05)
• What my willingness to open to the door to a previous suitor symbolized (8:23)

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Life is a journey filled with challenges that shape who we are and what we’re meant to become. Whether we’re exploring new paths, facing fears, or finding inspiration in the unexpected, it’s these experiences that provide us with the courage to grow and transform. 

In today's episode, I welcome my first-ever guest, Dr. Damon Cagnolatti. Dr. Cagnolatti is an educator at Cerritos College and he joined me on the podcast to share his perspective on education, mentorship, and the pursuit of potential. Riding on the idea that “our greatest potential lies in the cave we’re too afraid to enter”, Dr. Cagnolatti’s story offers powerful insights into the transformative impact of education. 

Tune in and listen to the eleventh episode of I Can Do This Show Me How! to hear Dr. Cagnolatti’s inspiring educational journey and the lessons he’s learned along the way.

In this episode, you will learn:

• What Dr. Cagnolatti’s experience of education was growing up and who inspired him during this time (2:15)
• About a moment in Dr. Cagnolatti’s childhood that defined his outlook on education (8:15)
• How Dr. Cagnolatti’s college experience shaped him (19:48)
• About the culture shock Dr. Cagnolatti experienced in college (22:46)
• How Dr. Cagnolatti developed some of his academic skills in college (31:24)
• What led Dr. Cagnolatti to pursue a career in higher education (41:34)

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Have you ever been inspired by someone? Just hearing their story ignited your passions, fueled your values, and encouraged self-reflection? And have you ever been a token of inspiration for someone else? Learning about others and sharing stories is how we’re encouraged to take action in our own lives. It lets us see the world from a different perspective, re-imagining our lives through a lens that’s separate from our own.

In today's episode, I talk about the importance of communication and story-telling. I share how I applied it to my work as an educator, and then I share the stories of two amazing, powerful women, highlighting the inspirations within each.

Tune in and listen to the tenth episode of I Can Do This Show Me How! to hear the stories of Wangari Maathai and Ida B. Wells and perhaps gain your own inspiration, or even insight, from them.

In this episode, you will learn:

• How I found useful ways to deliver my content to my students (1:14)
• What many of my students never thought would happen as a result of taking my course (3:34)
• The story of Wangari Maathai (8:18)
• The story of Ida B. Wells (15:04)
• What we can learn from the stories of Wangari and Ida (22:04)

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Questioning our life’s purpose is something we all do at one point in our lives. We often associate it with a job or role, but what if it’s so much more than that? Last week we spoke about how navigating change and life transitions often leaves us feeling disoriented and anxious about the future. Perhaps a large part of this anxiety comes from the fact that we’re either moving away from what we thought our life’s purpose was, and now we’re faced with figuring it all out again.

In today's episode, we’re continuing our conversation about life’s transitions and taking a look at the personal journey that comes with navigating a major career shift. Using my transition from a college president as an example, I share how I embraced this change through self-reflection and self knowledge.

Tune in and listen to the ninth episode of I Can Do This Show Me How! to learn how to embrace transitions through finding your purpose, trusting yourself, and reorienting towards your true values.

In this episode, you will learn:

• What I felt my purpose as a college president was (1:45)
• What it’s like to leave a role that you worked over several years (10:30)
• What the pandemic forced me to do, and where this led me (12:41)
• What my vision was when I was president (17:26)
• What became my compass at this time in my life (18:50)
• What self-reflection helps us do (23:22)

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Change is inevitable, yet moving through it often leaves us feeling disorientated and uncertain. Deviating away from the life we know usually feels uncomfortable. It’s not just about adapting to your new life, it’s also about the decisions you make and the introspection that comes with taking that leap of doing something new.

In today's episode, we’re diving into the deeply personal, yet universally experienced, journey of navigating life changes. Whether it’s a career shift, a move, or a change in relationships, embracing change is key to our growth. We’ll discuss how to face life’s transitions with resilience and how to find balance amid uncertainty. 

Tune in and listen to the eighth episode of I Can Do This Show Me How! to learn how to embrace change, trust yourself, and discover the strength in reorienting towards the life you’re supposed to be living. 

In this episode, you will learn:

• About a life-changing decision I made in 2020 (0:39)
• Some of the transitions I’ve navigated over the years (2:48)
• Why change can be beneficial (4:07)
• About something that’s especially difficult when it come to change  (14:12)
• Why life transitions unsettles us (17:40)
• Why stepping away from the ‘roles’ we think we’re supposed to play is important  (19:06)
• What’s important to remember as you navigate your journey (22:34)

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Life transitions are not easy. It’s part of life’s journey for us to grow and evolve but the process of doing so is often challenging and uncomfortable. Part of the process of evolution is not just the change that happens, but how we move forward in our new selves, whilst everything around us is still the same.

In today's episode, I’m talking about the journey of overcoming self-doubt and low confidence. I share practical tools and strategies that helped me move through moments of uncertainty that I’ve experienced. Whether you’re navigating a major life transition or simply looking for ways to apply newfound wisdom to your everyday life, this episode will provide the insights you need to unlock your full potential. 

Tune in and listen to the seventh episode of I Can Do This Show Me How! to learn about trusting, and adjusting to, the new you.

In this episode, you will learn:

• Why returning to normal life after completing my degrees was hard for me (5:35)
• Why I struggled to find joy in everyday life (12:50)
• What one of the biggest forms of ‘rescue’ was for me (16:27)
• About crossing the return threshold (23:15)
• How I realized competition can actually be a force for good (37:37)

Resources:

• American Indian Myths and Legends; Selected and Edited by Richard Erdoes and alfonso Ortiz, published by Pantheon Books, 1984
• African Icons:Ten People Who Shaped History by Tracey Baptiste, illustrated by Hillary D. Wilson, published by Algonquin Books, 2021
• An open Life: Joseph Campbell in Conversation with Michael Toms; Selected and Edited by John M. Maher and Dennie Briggs, published in 1989
• A Short Introduction to Classical Myth: by Barry B. Powell, published by Prentice Hall, 2002
• Primitive Mythology; The Masks of God: by Joseph Campbell; published by the Penguin Group/Arkana, 1991
• Creative Mythology; The Masks of God: by Joseph Campbell, published by the Penguin Group/Compass, 1970
• The Greek Myths, Complete Edition by Robert Graves, published by the Penguin Group, 1992
• Fearless Girls, Wise Women & Beloved Sisters; Heroines in Folktales from Around the World by Kathleen Ragan, published by Norton, 2000
• Myth and the Movies: Discovering the Mythic Structure of 50 Unforgettable Films, by Stuart Voytilla, published by Michael Wiese Productions, 1999
• The Hero: Myth/Image/Symbol, by Dorothy Norman, published by the New American Library, Inc. 1969
• Women Who Run With the Wolves:Myths and Stories of the Wild Woman Archetype, by Clarissa Pinkola Estes, PhD, published by Ballantine books,1992

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Humans are complex beings and sometimes it can be difficult to truly make sense of what we’re feeling, or even what we may need at a certain point in time. Moving through life is complicated and the decisions we make have consequences. So how do we ensure that we’re moving along a path that aligns with our truth and how do we make sense of the changes that happen within us along the way? 

In today's episode, I’ll walk you through Carol S. Pearson’s different archetypes, breaking them down before identifying each archetype in myself during a moment or part of my own journey. Understanding these archetypes will help you identify the best plan of action, or way forward, when it comes to your hero’s journey. 

Tune in and listen to the sixth episode of I Can Do This Show Me How! to learn about the different archetypes and leverage this knowledge to gain a deeper understanding of yourself and the world around you.

In this episode, you will learn:

• About a concept that has been influential in my understanding of personal growth and transformation (4:32)
• How understanding of the different archetypes can help you gain a deeper understanding of self (19:06)
• What I gained from learning to trust others (26:19)
• How therapy helped me understand and overcome feelings of self doubt and unworthiness (32:49)
• About my moment of apotheosis (36:26)
• A powerful way to unlock your full potential (45:47)

Resources:

• The Hero with 1000 Faces - Joseph Campbell
• What Stories are You Living?: Discover Your Archetypes - Transform Your Life! - Carole Pearson
• The CliftonStrengths Assessment

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Have you ever noticed that, when you’re working towards a goal, the hardest part is often getting started? Ever wonder why that is? Well, a large part of it is self-doubt. The fear of failure can often exceed one’s desire to accomplish something. And you can’t fail if you don’t try, right? But if you choose to live by this philosophy, you’re letting fear dictate the way you live your life and smothering your own potential.

In today's episode, I’m teaching you how to move past this fear and realize your true potential. I share my own experiences of self-doubt and fear and how I was able to overcome them. The journey is not easy but, because of this, it’s rewarding. I want you to reap the benefits of these rewards the same way I have.

Tune in and listen to the fifth episode of I Can Do This Show Me How! and learn about the tools you can use to help propel you into action, who you can turn to for guidance, and how to move  through the challenges presented along these stages of the journey. 

In this episode, you will learn:

• About the first stage in the hero’s journey (2:50)
• How our life experiences can be compared to entering and exiting a series of doors (5:17)
• About the refusal of the call and how repetition helps with this (10:04)
• About the ‘meeting the mentor’ stage of the hero’s journey (14:25)
• About one of the most significant stages of the hero’s journey (20:26)
• About the hero’s first major challenge (25:19)
• Why all the stages of the hero’s journey are interconnected (33:26)

Resources:

• The Hero with 1000 Faces -  Joseph Campbell
• Lead the Field - Earl Nightingale 
• Wake Up and Live!: A Formula for Success That Really Works - Dorothea Brande

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As you age and form habits and tendencies, you naturally become more resistant to change. It can be difficult to break free from routine and stagnation and start taking the steps needed for personal development. Real personal transformation takes time, dedication, and commitment. It requires having a clear view of where you want to be and setting goals to help you get there.   

In today's episode, I’m teaching you how to navigate the Hero’s Journey and set your own path of transformation. It’s a journey I’ve been navigating since I graduated highschool and, through its troughs and valleys, it’s what led me to where I am today. I am proud of my journey, and I want you to be proud of yours too.

Tune in and listen to the fourth episode of I Can Do This Show Me How! and learn how to set down the path of personal development, how we can gain inspiration from olympics athletes, and what words of wisdom Earl Nightingale has to offer to help us along the way.

In this episode, you will learn:

• Personal transformation is not something that just happens (4:42)
• About the power of the map metaphor (9:35)
• Why it’s essential to set goals when going through personal development (11:30)
• Some additional points to help with your personal development journey (15:36)
• About the SMART goal process (21:23)
• The key stages of the Hero’s Journey (31:12)
• About renowned author and motivational speaker, Earl Nightingale and his profound message (31:47)
• About how olympic athletes achieve their goals through their own hero’s journeys  (35:42)

Resources:

• The  Strangest Secret by Earl Nightingale 

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I want you to think about your own journey—it can be a journey that you're on now or a journey that you have transitioned from. I  also want you to think about what motivated you to pursue your goals and I want you to remember that recognizing the importance of your journey can  help you stay focused and determined to stay on that path to achieving your goals.

In today's episode, I’m teaching you all about the two dragons that so many of us deal with: procrastination and self-doubt. Taming these dragons made it possible for me to move forward during several periods along my path of transformation from victim to victor. From the beginning of my college education and starting my career as an educator to thriving through the end of three marriages, I had to face these dragons head on.

Tune in and listen to the third episode of I Can Do This Show Me How! and learn the origin of behaviors like procrastination, why you have to recognize the origin of your behavior before you can change it, and hear actual strategies from experts that can help you overcome your procrastination and self-doubting tendencies. 

In this episode, you will learn:

• About the transformational journey that so many of us go on (01:34)
• Procrastination and self-doubt are not unique challenges (07:50)
• We CAN our modify damaging behavior (13:03)
• Dreamers struggle with taking the practical steps needed to achieve their goals (23:44)
• A defier procrastinator resists tasks they feel are imposed upon them (32:17)
• Creating a reward system for yourself may help you to complete tasks (38:06)

Resources:

• End Procrastination Now!: Get it Done with a Proven Psychological Approach  by William Knaus, EdD
• Beat Procrastination and Make the Grade: A Life-Saving Guide for Students by Dr Linda Sapadin

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