Episode 2: We’re Only One Conversation Away From Transformation with Sylvia High

In this empowering episode of the Truth Then Dare podcast, Dr. Nandi Shareef welcomes Sylvia High, a master coach, transformational guru, and founder of the I Am Woman Conference. Together, they delve into how telling yourself a different story and daring to change the conversation with yourself and others can change your life

Key Topics:

Introduction to Sylvia High:

• Sylvia's illustrious career in the pharmaceutical industry and her journey of self-discovery.
• The pattern of success and self-sabotage she experienced.
• The transformative power of shifting from a corporate career to a purpose-driven life.

Embracing Vulnerability:

• The internal conflict between logical career choices and spiritual fulfillment.
• The courage to leave a lucrative but unfulfilling job to pursue a larger vision.
• The role of vulnerability in making life-changing decisions and the importance of being still and introspective.

The Power of Conversations:

• The significance of having meaningful conversations with oneself and others.
• The impact of shifting from a victim mindset to taking responsibility for one's life.
• Practical steps for initiating transformative conversations, including asking powerful questions like, "What do you really, really want?"

Finding Purpose and Peace:

• Sylvia's journey from feeling trapped in a corporate job to living a life of purpose and fulfillment.
• The importance of identifying what truly matters and seeking peace as a core aspect of well-being.
• Encouragement for you to consider the cost of not having transformative conversations and to take the leap towards their true calling.

Upcoming Events and Resources:

• Details about the I Am Woman Conference held annually in Atlanta, Georgia.

Time-stamped Discussion Points:

• 00:36 - Overview of Sylvia's career achievements + an introduction to the I Am Woman Conference
• 2:26 - Transitioning from a successful corporate career to becoming a coach + breaking free of self-sabotage cycles
• 09:38 - The importance of taking risks for a greater vision and the necessary conversations with yourself to foster transformation
• 19:03 - Need for the right internal dialogue to develop self-awareness and purposeful living
• 22:57 - Consider the cost of not having transformative conversations and begin to ask yourself profound life questions: What do you really, really want?
• 20:55 - Choosing conversations that empower and distinguish yourself, as you begin living life by your spirit rather than your mind

Episode Quotes from Sylvia High: 

• "You're only one conversation away from transformation."
• "My spirit is ferocious, and I'm led and dominated by my spirit, not my mind."
• "Aging is a requirement, but getting old is optional."

Resources:

Bonnie Wan: The Life Brief 

#TTDareoftheDay:

Reflect on what you really, really, really want in life. Consider the vulnerability involved in pursuing a different path and embrace it.Initia