Embracing the True Meaning of Showing Up with Marcy Axelrod

How Are You Showing Up?

In this episode of Real Men Feel, Andy Grant hosts Marcy Axelrod, a best-selling author and TEDx speaker, who delves into the true essence of 'showing up.' Marcy explains that showing up isn't just about being present but a deeper existential experience influenced by our beliefs, thoughts, and attention systems. They discuss the three roles we habitually play—self, situational, and societal—and how truly showing up can change our lives and improve our performance.

Marcy also shares insights from her latest book, 'How We Choose to Show Up.' She provides practical steps for individuals to truly show up, emphasizing the importance of care, noticing, and acceptance.

00:00 Welcome to Real Men Feel

00:18 Introducing Marcy Axelrod

01:22 Understanding 'Showing Up'

03:12 The Two Attention Systems

04:43 Levels of Showing Up

09:40 Society's Impact on Showing Up

17:18 The Natural Progression of Showing Up

24:18 Marcy's Personal Journey

24:53 A Childhood Memory and Its Impact

25:48 The Journey into Psychology and Consulting

26:09 Practical Steps to Show Up in 2025

27:31 The Importance of Noticing and Gratitude

28:31 Belief Systems and Emotional Care

32:34 The Role of Society and Individual Responsibility

36:04 The Concept of Showing Up

38:58 Final Thoughts and Call to Action

Connect with Marcy

Marcy Axelrod -- http://www.choosetoshowup.com/

LinkedIn -- https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcy/

Instagram -- https://www.instagram.com/marcyaxelrod/

Resources

How We Choose to Show Up: Nature's Playbook for Creating a Meaningful Life, Marcy Axelrod

-- https://amzn.to/4jjkIrq

Immoderate Greatness: Why Civilizations Fail, William Ophuls -- https://amzn.to/3PIVbu5

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