Today’s Featured Uplifter: Claude Silver

This excerpt from Claude’s website is the best introduction I could possibly give you for the story you’re about to hear.

Everyday you are leaving a heart print with everyone you meet.
At 5 I knew I could feel and pick up on people's emotionsBy 14 I knew I could instinctually/intuitively know/sense/see what would happen in the near futureBy 17 I began to lose faith in myself and was hell-bent on taking a fast walk on the wild & dark sideAt 19 I did Outward Bound which changed my life and I pocketed that experience for my future (thank God!)By 21 I had given a lot of myself away in an attempt to feel wanted, desired and wholeAt 22 I said no to what was becoming a downward addictionBy 25 I had left a highly abusive relationshipAt 25 I began to go on a journey. A journey of self-awareness. A journey that I am still on and will be walking forever.At 40 I really got it. And knew how to embody all of my parts.At 45 I began working with Gary Vaynerchuk and took on the role of Chief Heart OfficerAt 49 I became a mother and started learning all over again!!And at 53....It's an endless journey!
It's a marathon of spirit, glimmers, learning, joys, perseverance and being present.Wherever you are, it's OK. Dig in when you can. Use your voice. Swim to the surface when you need to.
Remember to find someone to laugh with when the going gets tough. And when you get it.. reach out your hand and help someone else up!5 Key Uplifting Lessons:

1. Embrace Being a Late Bloomer: True growth often happens on its own timeline. It's never too late to reinvent yourself and find your purpose.
2. Choose Growth Over Ease: The most meaningful transformations often come from embracing discomfort and choosing the harder path.
3. Practice Emotional Efficiency: Building trust and connection in the workplace isn't just about being nice – it's about creating an environment where people can work through challenges quickly and authentically, without getting stuck in politics or fear.
4. Find Freedom in Control Awareness: Focus energy on your own actions and responses rather than trying to control others' behaviors or outcomes.
5. Lead with Joyful Service: Service doesn't have to be serious to be meaningful. Bringing joy and energy to how we help others creates deeper connections and more lasting impact, while keeping us energized for the journey.

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Today’s opening is by Martie Betts, a true Uplifter and a generous paid sponsor of this podcast.

Claude was nominated by her BFF, the extraordinary Gail Tifford. Check out her story in episode 77.

Let’s keep rising higher together.

💓 Aransas

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