The power of surrender with em show notes: In this episode of the Stop Thinking, Start Doing podcast, we have a profound conversation about surrender with Em Lake. Em shares her perspective and life experiences, offering valuable insights into the concept of surrender.
Em describes surrender as a state of being, emphasizing acceptance of what is, regardless of whether the situation is positive, negative, or neutral. She shares her personal journey with surrender, highlighting the challenges she faced in letting go of control and embracing the unknown.
We discuss the common tendency to control every aspect of life, which often leads to burnout and dissatisfaction. Em reflects on her experience as a people pleaser and perfectionist, recognizing the need to redefine success and well-being through the lens of surrender.
Em provides practical insights and tips for incorporating surrender into daily life, encouraging listeners to explore the benefits of letting go and accepting what is. We share the transformative power of surrender in fostering personal growth and resilience.
We explore the societal conditioning that fosters a relentless work ethic, especially for women. Drawing inspiration from Tricia Hersey's work on rest and surrender, and Wim Hof's teachings on resilience, sharing about the importance of surrender as a practice—a deliberate choice to let go of control and perfectionism.
Sharing the idea of surrender as a journey, rather than a destination. We highlight the challenges and rewards of embracing surrender in everyday life. We invite listeners to embrace surrender as a transformative practice on their own journey toward well-being and fulfillment.
Intro by: Derek Krykewycz
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