In this enlightening episode, we delve into the intricate dance between coaching, mentorship, therapy, and personal growth. Reflecting on personal experiences as an athlete, our host navigates the complex roles of motivation and external guidance in achieving self-awareness and growth. The discussion highlights the transformative impact of recovery and professional mentorship on one's perspective towards wellness, emphasizing health as a cornerstone of adult life.

Key Themes:

Navigating Wellness and Self-Exploration:

Explore the balance between personal motivation and the need for external guidance in wellness.

Understand the unique roles of coaching, mentorship, and therapy in fostering self-awareness.

Insights into managing health as a critical aspect of adult life through personal narratives and professional mentorship.

Building Discipline and Self-Reflection:
Discuss the balance between self-criticism and the pursuit of discipline.
Strategies for transforming internalized voices shaped by past influences.
Creating a nonjudgmental space for reflection and defining personal success in discipline.
Acceptance and Personal Growth:
Strive for a balanced sense of self-discipline and fulfillment.
The importance of being reliable to oneself and addressing internal barriers.
Emphasizing self-reliance, intention setting, and verbal processing for personal growth.
Journaling for Self-Reflection and Celebration:
Harness the power of journaling as a tool for self-reflection and celebration.
Techniques like writing with the non-dominant hand to deepen inner self-connection.
Blending CBT practices with personal growth strategies to foster self-celebration and validation.

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Julia Armet, PCC, ELI-MP is the Founder of Higher Playbook, a people and culture consultancy with a mission to re-humanize our workplaces. With a professional trajectory that spans industries including media, technology, coaching, and leadership consulting, Julia believes meaningful professional relationships are the source of business sustainability.

As a neurodivergent leader, workplace facilitator, and Linkedin’s Top Large Group Facilitation Voice, Julia is passionate about creating spaces within our professional lives for individuals to deepen their connection to themselves, each other, their work, and the world. Through workshops and impact initiatives, Julia partners with socially-conscious groups and teams to disrupt barriers to connection and harness the power of people to drive social impact.

Website: www.higherplaybook.com
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Burnout: Finding Balance Through Honesty, Simplicity, and Willingness

This podcast episode introduces a new series focusing on burnout, exploring how executives and surgeons alike can manage stress through principles of honesty, simplicity, and willingness. The discussion contrasts external solutions, like executive coaching by RxFaith, with personal responsibility strategies guided by the 12-step approach. It emphasizes that tackling burnout requires both external support and internal readiness, while highlighting the holistic methods of addressing not just work, but all life aspects, such as environment. Listeners are encouraged to explore new avenues and connections to improve well-being, emphasizing that acknowledging the need for help is a strength rather than weakness.

00:00 Introduction to Burnout Series
00:28 The Roadmap to Dealing with Burnout
01:06 Executive Coaching and Burnout
01:44 The 12 Steps Approach
02:42 Honesty, Simplicity, and Willingness
04:29 The Role of Environment in Burnout
06:50 Burnout and Addiction: The Overlap
08:29 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this conversation, Dr. Dwayne engages with stress expert Dr. Annika (https://askdrannika.com) as she reflects on her life experiences, aspirations, and the challenges of navigating the second half of her life. They discuss the importance of embracing things outside of our control, being honest about what truly brings joy, and celebrating one's proven ability to effect change in both personal and professional realms. Dr. Annika shares her past struggles and the lessons learned, emphasizing the significance of planning for the future while balancing her desires and responsibilities. The session culminates in actionable steps for Dr. Annika to take as she continues her journey of self-discovery and fulfillment.

Takeaways

I want to be 100 years old and I have another 30.
Life is too much fun and too interesting to understand.
I have a whole storage in the basement with weaving stuff.
I know what to do to take the step back.
I have my plan B and C.
I want to live healthy and then go.
I can do things that would be just for me.
It feels good to say it out loud.
I have every confidence that you're going to do this work.
Thank you for having this conversation.

Chapters

00:00 Navigating Life's Transitions
03:46 Embracing Change and Control
09:12 Exploring Future Aspirations
14:41 Lessons from Past Experiences
18:30 Balancing Personal and Professional Life
30:02 Finding Joy in Choices
37:13 Planning for the Future




Keywords

life transitions, personal growth, coaching, stress management, future planning, self-discovery, work-life balance, joy, resilience, health

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In this episode, Dr. Dwayne delves into the profound difference between 'doing' and 'being.' He emphasizes that 'doing' involves effort, recognizes limits, and seeks permission, while 'being' is effortless, requires no permission, and encompasses a state of presence and awareness. Dr. Dwayne discusses how 'being' leads to a fulfilling life, driven by joy and purpose, unlike the constrained life of 'doing.' He highlights that embracing 'being' aligns with the natural order and transformative power of the present moment, fostering a mindset of abundance and self-acceptance. Dr. Dwayne shares personal insights and invites viewers to reflect on their own lives, offering tools for transitioning from a life of 'doing' to one of 'being.'

00:00 Introduction to Doing vs. Being

00:27 The Effort of Doing vs. The Ease of Being

01:27 The Impact of Being on Life and Career

02:29 The Priceless Nature of Being

03:04 The Indispensable Truth of Being

06:31 The Role of Love in Being

10:48 Personal Reflections on Being

20:59 Embracing Abundance Through Being

23:55 Conclusion and Next Steps

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Dr. Dwayne discusses the difference between coaching and therapy. Coaching is focused on raising awareness and making conscious choices, while therapy is focused on seeking answers from an expert. Coaching helps individuals leverage their talents and abilities to overcome roadblocks and achieve higher levels of performance. The coaching relationship is co-creative and provides support and guidance for personal growth and transformation. Dr. Dwayne emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, reevaluating beliefs, and making powerful choices to create the life one desires.

Keywords

coaching, therapy, awareness, conscious choices, talents, abilities, roadblocks, performance, co-creative, support, guidance, personal growth, transformation, self-reflection, beliefs, powerful choices

Takeaways

Coaching is focused on raising awareness and making conscious choices.
Therapy is focused on seeking answers from an expert.
Coaching helps individuals leverage their talents and abilities to overcome roadblocks and achieve higher levels of performance.
The coaching relationship is co-creative and provides support and guidance for personal growth and transformation.
Self-reflection, reevaluating beliefs, and making powerful choices are key to creating the life one desires.


Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Setting Intentions
01:40 The Difference Between Coaching and Therapy
04:31 The Power of Raising Awareness
05:00 Unlocking Your Potential Through Coaching
07:51 The Importance of Being Seen
09:47 Different Modalities of Coaching
11:15 Coaching as a Co-Creative Process
14:52 Reevaluating Beliefs and Making Powerful Choices
15:51 The Transformative Power of Being Seen
17:16 Closing Remarks

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Embracing Growth and Letting Go: The Journey to Being 'All In'

This episode explores the profound principle that 'we either grow or we die,' illustrating how growth necessitates letting go of what no longer serves us. Dr. Dwayne delves into the concept of apoptosis or programmed cell death, paralleling it with emotional and personal growth. The discussion underscores the importance of presence, moving beyond past attachments, and embracing present opportunities. Through personal anecdotes and exercises, the speaker emphasizes that pain is an inevitable part of growth, yet suffering is a choice influenced by our attachments. The narrative encourages viewers to embrace discomfort as a path to growth, fostering an 'all in' mentality to achieve personal and professional aspirations.

00:00 Introduction: The Principle of Growth

00:24 Understanding Apoptosis and Growth

01:45 Embracing Change and Letting Go

03:32 Personal Growth and Pain

08:14 The Power of Presence

10:53 Living All In

15:13 The Role of Coaching and Support

17:39 Final Thoughts: Overcoming Fear

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In this episode, Julie Barlow RN BSN and her transformation coach Dr. Dwayne discuss her challenges connecting emotionally with patients due to her introverted nature. She reflects on a protective persona she developed following a major personal loss and discusses her ambition to grow empathy and improve emotional connections with others. Listen how to how coaching helps Julie recognize her achievements, challenges, and potential for personal growth, ultimately guiding her to set goals for improving emotional engagement. 

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Embracing the CAPITAL-T Truth: You Cannot Make a Mistake

This episode explores the profound realization that there are no mistakes, through personal stories and philosophical reflections. The speaker, a gay, black, sober woman's cancer surgeon from the rural South, shares their journey toward embodying the truth that every experience has a purpose and contributes to personal growth. The episode offers a transformative worldview, emphasizing personal choice in interpreting and responding to life events. Viewers are encouraged to reflect on how adopting the belief 'I cannot make a mistake' can impact various aspects of their lives, from relationships to career to personal authenticity.

00:00 Embracing the Concept of No Mistakes

00:45 Personal Journey and Realizations

03:20 Understanding and Integrating Truths

08:09 The Illusion of Perfection

10:27 Liberation from Fear of Mistakes

14:00 Reflective Questions for Personal Growth

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Summary

Dr. Kimberly Gillens, a recently graduated OB-GYN resident, discusses her struggles with temperament and finding the right words to express herself. She recognizes the need to change and align how she shows up with how she wants to show up. Dr. Dwayne encourages her to give herself grace and acknowledges her growth and achievements. They discuss the importance of perception and how others see her, but also emphasize the importance of how she perceives herself. Dr. Gillens realizes that she cannot control others' perceptions but can focus on being authentic and true to herself. She sets a goal to show grace to herself every day and plans to journal and stay accountable with an accountability partner.

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