Understanding with the head and understanding with the heart are very different things. In this episode I talk my experience of the differences, and share some examples to illustrate. Head understanding is a good handle, but heart understanding is where we can start cooking!

Read the transcript of this episode on my blog at https://SteppingUpToYourPotential.com/secrets-and-mysteries/ or on my YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1zbdImxKK1L-fGJUxuotVA

Self-sabotage is a self-defense mechanism protecting us from something. Recognizing the emotional realities underlying the various instances provides guidance on how to reconcile the emotional core with the conscious wants. - Read this episode transcription at the blog on https://SteppingUpToYourPotential.com/self-sabotage-isnt/ and subscribe to this series so you don't miss new ones when they come out.

Stepping Up to Your Potential is undergoing a slight course correction - taking the perspective that this is as much a spiritual journey as it is a personal development and self-discovery one. It will still focus on the tools and teachers which I've found useful, and still takes the approach that I'm learning along with you - I just decided I didn't want to couch my journey in purely secular terms anymore. It's not about becoming a better person - you're already perfect! It's about having the courage to shine brightly! Step up with me.

Read the transcript on my site here: https://sondrarobinson.com/reintroduction

Did you know that "I am" is identity language? That simple statements such as "I am so stupid" get picked up by our core selves and treated as if absolutely true? Learn ways which Identity is an unintentional liability, how to make it a powerful asset. - Read this episode transcription at the blog on https://sondrarobinson.com/identity-biggest-liability/ and subscribe to this series so you don't miss new ones when they come out.

Identity is a multi-faceted, core concept for Who We Are, What Is Acceptable, What Has Value, and much more. Are you aware of all your identities? Learn more about how to use them actively and consciously to help achieve your goals. -- See the full transcribed episode on the blog at

Our voice can tell us so much about ourselves, but for the most part we are wholly unaware of it. Do you want to sound more confident? Be a better presenter? Learning to master the voice is a powerful tool! -- see the full episode transcribed on my website here https://sondrarobinson.com/voice-as-a-tool/

Stories are the core guiding principles which determine how we interact with life, the world, ourselves and those around us. Most of the time, we are completely unaware of this and thus at their mercy. Step up to understanding with these tools. -- See the accompanying blog post on my website at https://sondrarobinson.com/stories-guide-everything/

Developing the ability to observe our own emotions as they happen is a vital skill, enabling you to work with an increasing range of difficult situations effectively. Get started on this right here. -- See the transcript of this post on the website at https://sondrarobinson.com/develop-observer-self/

Learning to ask what purpose an action or choice served will yield more useful results than asking why we do what we do. This post explores a bit about the difference between these questions, and takes a look at the emotional responses both types are likely to evoke and how to leverage those responses for our own gain. -- The full post with links on my website at https://sondrarobinson.com/what-not-why/

Personal issues evolve rather than resolve. When that happens, they can be dealt with intelligently by asking the right questions. Once understood, take steps based on what is learned. Here I take you through an example journey of exploring an emotional discovers which illustrates how various lessons learned continue to expand and highlights some pitfalls to be mindful of. Celebrate lessons mastered, and keep challenging yourself to look upward.