The Great Leader Great Mom Podcast

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Are you living the healthy lifestyle you desire? Are you at your ideal weight? Many of us start a new year with resolutions or find ourselves wanting to lose weight and get healthy at different points in our lives.In this series, we will discuss how to create the healthy life you want and reach your weight goals, focusing on both nutrition and exercise.It’s vital to establish a clear “why” for your health goals. Th...

Today, we're diving into the often tricky husband-wife relationship, a dynamic that can leave many feeling frustrated and disconnected. If you’ve ever felt invisible in your marriage or found yourself comparing your relationship to others, you’re certainly not alone. It’s common to wonder why your marriage doesn’t feel as fulfilling as it should, especially when you see friends seemingly thriving.

Think back to the excitement o...

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We confuse other people's ability to love with our lovability. Everyone is inherently lovable, regardless of how others perceive them. It addresses the tendency to tie self-worth to external validation, highlighting the importance of unconditional self-love.

By recognizing that others' ability to love is not a reflection of our worth, we ...

Are you exhausted? Are you burned out? It might be for a reason you don't realize.

We want to ensure that our boss values or approves us. We want our people to respect us. We want our spouses to appreciate and adore us, making us feel beautiful. We do a lot to try to create that feeling for them. This is people pleasing. When we think we can control other people's feelings. We know we are people pleasers since it is always ...

To stop feeling overwhelmed and frustrated with others, we must recognize our expectations—our "instruction manuals" for how people should behave. Accepting that we cannot control others and choosing to let them be themselves can alleviate much of our exhaustion. Next, we should examine what we truly seek when we want others to follow our manuals; often, it's a specific feeling we desire. 

Women often express frust...

In life — whether at work, in sports, or daily life—it's easy to feel like a victim when we don't win or get chosen. We often blame others or perceive unfair advantages, reinforcing feelings of anger and disappointment.

However, this mindset doesn't lead to improvement. Instead of complaining about unfair situations, we should focus on how we can enhance our skills and performance. 

For example, if you lose a job to som...

In a world where we often seek validation from those we admire, many of us surrender our decision-making power to mentors, family, and friends.

This reliance stems from a belief that we lack confidence in our choices, leading to a constant need for external approval. We may consult numerous people for answers, treating their opinions as necessary safety nets for our decisions. However, this behavior undermines our self-efficacy and...

Frustration often arises when we feel misunderstood by others, whether at home or work. We may blame a spouse, colleague, or in-law for not recognizing our efforts or the complexities of a situation. This mindset leads to resentment and communication breakdowns. To break this cycle, it's essential to embrace curiosity instead of frustration. Instead of expecting others to understand your circumstances, recognize that they may lack ...

Have you ever felt the pressure to answer "good" when someone asks how you’re doing, even when you're experiencing a whirlwind of both happiness and sadness? The truth is that it's entirely possible to feel both empowered and frustrated simultaneously. By embracing this duality, we challenge the misconception that we should only feel one way. We need to recognize and accept our complex emotions, this episode encourages listeners to...

In this episode, we explore the challenges of juggling multiple responsibilities such as career, caregiving, and volunteering. While independence brings satisfaction, it can also lead to overwhelm and burnout. We discuss the importance of examining the feelings behind our actions, learning to prioritize self-care, and making conscious decisions about our commitments. By checking in with ourselves and maintaining clarity, we can nav...

In this episode, we delve into the complex emotion of guilt, which can often lead to the debilitating feeling of shame. Guilt is rooted in the belief that we've compromised our moral standards or failed in our duties. This makes us to evaluate ourselves harshly, thinking, "I am not a good mom" or "I have let others down."

We explore the common thoughts contributing to guilt: being late, saying no, making mist...

Join me in this eye-opening episode as we dive back into the often misunderstood feedback world. As I prepared for an upcoming workshop, I realized that the traditional approach to feedback approach is flawed and may also hinder our true potential for growth and success potential.

Get ready to challenge the status quo as I explore three common myths surrounding feedback that can hold you back from meaningful progression:

1. Myth #1:...