Authenticity, Belonging, Community

S6 Ep3 : Open-hearted and Compassionate | Andrew Horning


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Andrew Horning is a former licensed private practice psychotherapist with a Masters degree in clinical work from the University of Michigan. He is trained in EMDR, Mediation and Dispute Resolution, Gottman Couples Counseling, and Brené Brown’s Daring Way. He also hosts a podcast on relationships and coached high school basketball. Drew published his book, Grappling: White Men’s Journey from Fragile to Agile, in May, 2021. He lives in Boulder, CO with his wife of over 20 years, Genny, and their two children.


Key Takeaways

  • Place, where you grew up or where you live, can significantly shape your identity

  • Show up open-hearted and curious to the experience of others

  • Impact is more important to address than intent

  • The world has been set up to maintain our comfort but it's important to sit with discomfort in order to grow

  • Be fascinated by the people around you

  • Maintain your practice of self-compassion through breath, meditation 

  • Authenticity is all about making your words, actions, thoughts and feelings congruent with each other


  • Guest’s Media Recommendations:

    • There Are No Bad Parts by Richard Schwartz (book)

    • Come From Away (musical)

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      Find Guest’s work:

      • Hoffman Institute: https://www.hoffmaninstitute.org/drew-horning/ 

      • Website: https://www.andrewhorning.co/speaking

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        For more of Michael’s work, visit our website www.incognitotheplay.com or follow us on Instagram @incognitotheplay

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        Thanks to Ned Doheny for providing our podcast music! You can find him and his music on Spotify.

        Editing and co-production of this podcast by Emma Yarger.

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