More Human with Dr. Angela

In this conversation, Angela Williams Gorrell and Craig Mattson explore the concept of digital overwhelm, based on Craig's book, and its implications on work culture, and the importance of mental and emotional wellbeing in a digital age.In this episode: digital overwhelm, workism, hustle culture, flourishing, wisdom literature, email communication, leadership, mental health, organizational culture, technology

Craig's book: https://www.amazon.com/Digital-Overwhelm-Mid-Career-Guide-Coping/dp/1666772216

Craig's substack: https://themodeswitch.substack.com

Craig's podcast Mode/Switch: https://open.spotify.com/show/59emGFzwyuNVWHIBGJA6Up

Today, I explore the transformative power of love in leadership and personal growth with Jasmine Bellamy. She provides the most incredible reflections on failure and explains the role of suffering and grief in shaping our understanding of love.

CONNECT WITH JASMINE:

For more info about the loving leader, click here: www.thelovingleader.org

Book time with Jasmine here:

www.love101ministries.com

Jasmine’s social media links:

https://www.instagram.com/love101ministries https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-loving-leader/

This episode: love, leadership, transformation, grief, failure, community, personal growth, spiritual direction, meaningful life, joy

Angela Williams Gorrell discusses the importance of understanding and managing emotions. She provides practical tools for transforming difficult feelings into constructive actions, emphasizing the significance of feeling emotions, getting precise about them, exploring their origins, evaluating personal narratives, and ultimately accepting reality to regain personal power.

In this episode, Dr. Angela invites listeners to reflect on what stirs within them, encouraging a journey of self-discovery and emotional awareness. She emphasizes the importance of curiosity, exploration, and being open to inspiration as one navigates their feelings and thoughts. Dr. Angela also discusses the significance of clarity in values and beliefs, urging listeners to embrace their journey with courage and patience as they face life's uncertainties.

Dr. Angela reflects on her personal journey of discernment regarding her career and life choices. She shares powerful quotes that have inspired her from Howard Thurman and David Whyte, emphasizing the importance of pursuing what brings one alive. Dr. Angela discusses a transformative meeting with Father Richard Rohr, where she experienced synchronicity through repeated themes and messages in her life. The conversation encourages listeners to pay attention to signs and themes that may guide them in their own journeys of self-discovery and decision-making.

Dr. Angela reflects on the challenges faced in recent years, including the pandemic and societal changes. She emphasizes the importance of personal and collective stories in shaping our identities and resilience. Dr. Angela encourages listeners to summon their meaningful family stories and recognize the strength derived from their heritage, ultimately reminding them of their inherent bravery.

In this episode of More Human with Dr. Angela, the focus is on understanding personal boundaries through the metaphor of a 'hula hoop.' Dr. Angela discusses the importance of recognizing what is within our control and what is not, emphasizing the need for self-awareness and agency. She introduces the Serenity Prayer as a tool for navigating life's challenges, highlighting the significance of acceptance, courage, and discernment in making decisions about what is truly ours to do.

Dr. Angela encourages listeners to find your "resounding yes." Your yes fuels your imagination and motivation. Getting clear on your yes will help you to feel more confident when you make decisions and stay encouraged during difficult seasons.

In this episode of More Human with Dr. Angela, the focus is on the theme of shedding as a vital process for personal growth and renewal. Dr. Angela encourages listeners to reflect on what they need to let go of in their lives to make room for new beginnings. She emphasizes the importance of editing personal storylines and narratives that no longer serve us, drawing on insights from various thinkers and the natural world. The episode serves as a gentle reminder of the courage required to embrace change and the potential for transformation that comes from letting go.

Laura Poskin discusses the importance of age-friendly communities and the need for intergenerational connections. She reflects on her experience at the School for the Creative and Performing Arts (SCAPA) and how it shaped her perspective on community building. Laura emphasizes the value of bringing different generations together and creating spaces that are inclusive and accessible for all ages. She highlights the concept of reciprocity and mutual learning between older and younger individuals. Laura also explores the idea of reimagining communities to prioritize kindness, connection, and removing barriers to participation. In this conversation, Laura and Angela discuss the importance of prioritizing values other than efficiency and speed in our lives. They explore the antidote to the rush culture and the need to slow down, take our time, and connect with one another. They emphasize the significance of listening, being present, and valuing relationships. They also discuss the power of language in creating inclusive and age-friendly communities, highlighting the importance of using respectful and inclusive language when referring to older adults. They encourage individuals to challenge ageist beliefs and embrace the potential for growth and contribution at any age.

TakeawaysAge-friendly communities prioritize inclusivity and respect for all ages.Bringing different generations together fosters mutual learning and appreciation.Reimagining communities involves creating spaces that are accessible and welcoming for everyone.Removing barriers to participation is crucial for creating inclusive environments. Prioritize values other than efficiency and speed in our lives.Take the time to connect with others and be present.Use respectful and inclusive language when referring to older adults.Challenge ageist beliefs and embrace the potential for growth and contribution at any age.

GUEST BIO:

Laura Poskin is a gerontologist and passionate advocate working to make the world a better place to grow old. She is Executive Director of Age-Friendly Greater Pittsburgh, a leader in the World Health Organization and AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities. Over the past eight years, Laura has built a coalition of 120+ organizations and inspired neighbors to be more inclusive and respectful of all ages. Laura started her career in media at People, Jane and Good Housekeeping magazines. During her graduate work in Ohio and Bangkok, she studied aging and demographic change from Western and Eastern perspectives.

GUEST NOTES:

Age-Friendly Greater Pittsburgh website: https://www.agefriendlypgh.org/

Laura's org's social media links:https://www.facebook.com/AgeFriendlyPGH

https://www.linkedin.com/company/agefriendlypgh/

https://www.instagram.com/agefriendlypgh/

https://x.com/AgeFriendlyPGH

Laura's Personal social media links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauraposkin

https://www.instagram.com/lauraposkin

https://x.com/lauraposkin