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

Many of us, myself included, focus a lot of attention on the gap between where we are and where we want to be.&nbsp; And while this makes sense, it’s important for us to balance our focus a bit more on where we’ve come from and what we’ve accomplished to get where we are.&nbsp; On this episode, I talk about this dynamic of the “gap and the gain.”&nbsp; I discuss why we tend to be much more obsessed with our gap and much less aware of our gain.&nbsp; I then share some specific things we can do to balance this out in a healthy and effective way. &nbsp; Resources:

Balancing Our Focus on the Gap and the Gain

These days it can feel like we’re living in a world where disagreement is everywhere — in our country, our workplaces, and even within our families. And while conflict and differing opinions are part of life, the real challenge is finding the courage to stay connected when things get tense. On this episode, I talk about what it means to find common ground even when we don’t see eye to eye. I share why this takes vulnerability, curiosity, and empathy, and offer some specific ways we can bridge divides, deepen understanding, and reconnect with one another…even when we disagree. &nbsp; Resources:

The Courage to Find Common Ground When We Disagree

Mike Robbins