Emotional freedom is about giving ourselves permission to feel all of our emotions in a healthy way, even the hard ones.&nbsp; While this can be challenging for lots of reasons, when we have the courage to authentically feel our emotions, it opens up so much capacity for us and deepens our ability to meaningfully connect with others.&nbsp; On this episode, I talk about some of what makes it difficult to feel certain feelings and some common misunderstandings we have about “positive” and “negative” emotions.&nbsp; I then share two powerful techniques that can help us access and transform our emotions in an empowering way. &nbsp; Resources:

Feel the Feeling…Drop the Story

There is so much change and disruption happening these days, whether we want to or not, we’re all being forced to learn, unlearn, and adapt on multiple fronts.&nbsp; On this episode, I talk about some of what makes this hard.&nbsp; I then share some specific things we can do to embrace change, growth, and adaptability in ways that serve us and those around us. &nbsp; Resources:

The Courage to Learn, Unlearn, and Adapt

While many of us, myself included, can get caught in the negative trap of self-criticism, it’s essential for us to be able to critique ourselves in a healthy and empowering way if we want to grow, change, and take ownership of our journey.&nbsp; On this episode, I talk about the important and tricky difference between negative self-criticism and healthy self critique.&nbsp; I then share some specific things we can do to authentically reflect on where we are and any gaps that may exist for us and those around us to be where we truly want to be. &nbsp; Resources:

Healthy Self Critique

There are lots of numbers that we focus on at work and in life - revenue, health markers, net worth, social media followers, survey results, expenses, and many more.&nbsp; And as important as these numbers can be, what’s almost always more important are the people and vision behind the statistics themselves.&nbsp; On this episode, I talk about some of what makes it challenging for us to keep our relationship with numbers in perspective.&nbsp; I then share some specific things we can do to relate to our most important numbers in a healthy and empowering way. &nbsp; Resources:            &nbsp;

It’s Not About the Numbers

As someone who has been passionately telling and listening to stories for most of my life, I know how powerful they can be.&nbsp; However, many of the stories we tell ourselves don’t inspire us or those around us.&nbsp; On this episode, I talk about how our stories can, consciously or unconsciously, reinforce limiting beliefs and become self-fulfilling prophecies.&nbsp; I then share some specific things we can do to change our stories in an empowering way. &nbsp; Resources:

How to Change Your Story

There seems to be a lot going on these days for me and just about everyone I’m working with and speaking to.&nbsp; In face of so much change, disruption, uncertainty, and challenge, it can be difficult to access an authentic sense of calmness.&nbsp; On this episode, I talk about some of what can make it challenging for us to stay grounded right now.&nbsp; I then share some specific things we can do to more effectively operate from a healthy place of peace. &nbsp; Resources:

How to Be Peaceful in the Face of Challenge and Uncertainty

Work and life, especially these days, can be filled with ups and downs, wins and losses, opportunities and challenges, and much more.&nbsp; What if everything went your way?&nbsp; On this episode, I discuss this powerful mantra, how I have been using it, and how you can tap into the power of your intention by shifting your mindset to attract more of what you truly want. &nbsp; Resources:

What if Everything Went Your Way?

There is something magical that can happen when people come together in-person.&nbsp; Given the pace of life, and the nature of technology and work these days, gathering in-person has become both more challenging and more important than ever.&nbsp; On this episode, I discuss some of what makes it hard for us to get together right now…and why it is essential for our connection, collaboration, wellbeing, and more. &nbsp; Resources:

The Magic of Gathering Together In-Person

Letting go can be much easier said than done.&nbsp; And if we’re going to create something new, we often need to let go of some of what no longer serves us.&nbsp; On this episode, I talk about why we tend to hang onto both things and thoughts from the past, even those that hold us back.&nbsp; I then share some specific things we can do to truly let go…thus providing a healthy and inspiring space for us to create what’s next. &nbsp; Resources:            &nbsp;

Letting Go of What No Longer Serves Us

We are dealing with massive disruption these days in just about every aspect of work and life.&nbsp; As scary, uncomfortable, and even painful as it can be, there is also a great deal of opportunity for growth, innovation, and positive change baked into even the most significant disruptions.&nbsp; On this episode, I talk about some of what makes this so challenging.&nbsp; I then share specific things we can do to navigate disruption - both personally and with our teams. &nbsp; Resources:            &nbsp;

Navigating Disruption

Mike Robbins