Brain Snack: How to Reframe Toxic Positivity to Emotional Optimism with Claude Silver

How successful could you become with the right mentors in your corner?In this episode, Dr Ruth Gotian shares with us the power of mentoring to drive success. We learn how mentoring can transform your mindset and shift your perspective on what success can look like for you, and how to go about making your dream a reality. We’ll learn how to build amazing mentoring relationships as mentor or mentee – and the 6 words that changed Dr Gotian’s outlook on success and what it takes to get us there.Dr. Ruth Gotian, Chief Learning Officer and Associate Professor of Education in Anaesthesiology at Weill Cornell Medicine, is a globally recognized expert in mentorship and leadership development.A semi-finalist for Forbes 50 Over 50, Dr. Gotian is a prolific contributor to Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, Forbes, and Psychology Today, where she shares insights on 'optimizing success.'With a focus on the mindset and skill set of peak performers, including Nobel Prize winners, astronauts, Olympic and NBA champions, she’s also the award-winning author of The Success Factor and The Financial Times Guide to Mentoring.Hailed by Nature, Wall Street Journal, and Columbia University, Dr Ruth Gotian was named a top 20 mentor worldwide. Thinkers50 ranked her as the #1 emerging management thinker in 2021, and in 2024, a top 50 executive coach in the world. LinkedIn recognized her as a top voice in mentoring. With a focus on the mindset and skill set of peak performers, including Nobel Prize winners, astronauts, Olympic and NBA champions, she's also an award-winning author of The Success Factor and the Financial Times Guide to Mentoring. She is also the only author who had her work turned into a theme-song, titled “I’m Possible”Find out more about Dr Ruth Gotian including where to find her book here: www.wearehumanleaders.com/podcast/fasttrack-your-success-with-mentoring-ruth-gotian Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Brain Snacks: bite sized learning moments from We Are Human Leaders.In today’s brain snack, Lodro Rinzler shares with us a beautiful guided meditation for you.For more, check out the full conversation with Lodro at the link here https://www.wearehumanleaders.com/podcast/buddha-at-work-lodro-rinzlerFor now, enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What would it mean to you to live a life of Greatness? Greatness is something we can all achieve, if we get crystal clear on what greatness means today. And in today’s conversation with sit down with Author of ‘Living a Life of Greatness, Sarah Grynberg to understand just how we do this.Sarah defines Greatness as an interior state,one where through shifts in our thoughts, behaviors and daily practices we can achieve our own true and authentic potential - however that looks for us. Greatness is synonymous with self-actualisation— it’s about living a fulfilling life; it’s about knowing and becoming all that you are capable of being.Sarah Grynberg is a keynote speaker author and mindset coach who empowers professional athletes, executives, and business owners to overcome unhelpful thinking and achieve greatness. With expertise in mindset, mental resilience, and happiness, Sarah’s unique approach has helped countless individuals and businesses thrive.She hosts live shows, including a tour with renowned author Johann Hari, and is the creator of the acclaimed podcast A Life of Greatness, where she interviews global icons like Matthew McConaughey, Andrew Huberman, and Esther Perel.In this conversation we explore what it means to live a life of greatness, and what practical things you can do right now to get you there.Find more information about Sarah Grynberg, including where to get her book here: www.wearehumanleaders.com/podcast/survive-to-thrive-life-of-greatness-sarah-grynberg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Brain Snacks: bite sized learning moments from We Are Human Leaders.In today’s brain snack, Daniel Goleman shares with us the four components of Emotional Intelligence, and why EQ is critical for the modern leader.For more, check out the full conversation with Daniel at the link here https://www.wearehumanleaders.com/podcast/emotional-intelligence-optimal-daniel-golemanFor now, enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The term self compassion has evolved from a concept that lurked at the fringes of leadership, right into the mainstream of what it means to be a modern leader. And research shows it’s an essential attribute for all leaders who want to create healthy work environments and experience more fulfilment in life.In this episode we're are talking to global expert Amy Finlay Jones to learn why self-compassion is much more than a buzzword – and how to ensure cultivating self-compassion is not another stressful ‘to do’ but an empowering, practical and evolving journey. Amy is an Associate Professor, therapist, and contemplative practice facilitator who is dedicated to helping others cultivate more balanced, connected, and meaningful lives through compassion and mindfulness practice.Amy’s teaching draws on many years of personal practice, her passion for social justice and activism, and her lived experience of long-term chronic illness. She founded Kindful in 2015 to support the cultivation of compassion as a means of creating positive change in the world.Amy is involved in ongoing research that investigates the effects of compassion training on intra- and interpersonal wellbeing. She has developed several self-compassion training programs, and is the lead editor of the Handbook of Self-Compassion.We’ve wanted to bring this topic to We Are Human Leaders for a long time, now let's dive in!Find out more about Amy Finlay-Jones, Kindful and her online courses on Self-Compassion at the shownotes here www.wearehumanleaders.com/podcast/self-compassion-amy-finlay-jonesImportant Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Self Compassion in Leadership01:35 Meet Amy Finlay Jones: A Journey of Self Compassion08:12 Understanding Self Compassion: Definitions and Misconceptions15:34 Self Compassion in Practice: Overcoming Self Criticism32:47 Self Compassion in the Workplace: Strategies for Leaders45:13 Getting Started with Self Compassion: Resources and Tips47:48 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Brain Snacks: bite sized learning moments from We Are Human Leaders.In today’s brain snack, Kelly L Campbell shares with us the four fundamentals of high conscious leadership, including how integrating trauma is critical to leadership effectiveness.For more, check out the full conversation with Kelly at the link here https://www.wearehumanleaders.com/podcast/healing-trauma-leading-authentically-kelly-campbellFor now, enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if better relationships were just a few [intentionally considered] questions away?In this episode we’re joined by Dr. Jeff Wetzler to discuss his brilliant new book, Ask: Tap Into the Hidden Wisdom of People Around You for Unexpected Breakthroughs in Leadership and Life.We Asked Dr. Wetzler to help us unpack the Ask Approach™, his five-step method designed to help leaders uncover the untapped wisdom within their teams. By fostering curiosity, creating safe spaces, posing quality questions, listening to learn, and reflecting and reconnecting, leaders can make smarter decisions, find more creative solutions, and build deeper connections.Dr. Wetzler is an author, entrepreneur, and sought-after keynote speaker. His book, Ask, was named an Amazon Editor’s Pick for Best Books of 2024 and a Next Big Idea Club "Must Read," quickly becoming a #1 new release in multiple categories. He has advised leaders worldwide and spoken at major companies such as Microsoft, Google, and Nestlé. With a Doctorate in Adult Learning and Leadership from Columbia University and a Bachelor's in Psychology from Brown University, Dr. Wetzler brings a wealth of knowledge to our conversation today.Learn more about Jeff and find his book here: www.wearehumanleaders.com/podcast/ask-communication-jeff-wetzler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Brain Snacks, bite sized learning moments from We Are Human Leaders. In today's Brain Snack, Huggy Rao shares the impact of bad friction on our relationships at work and beyond – and shares two examples of how this damage can be avoided. For more, check out the full conversation with Huggy at the link below.For now, enjoy.Find the full episode of We Are Human Leaders with Huggy Rao here https://www.wearehumanleaders.com/podcast/facing-friction-huggy-rao Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Working with difficult people can be one of the most challenging things we all face at one point or another in our career.So how do we navigate difficult people in a way that’s productive and maintains our own sanity? We explore just this with workplace conflict expert Amy Gallo.In this podcast episode we unpack the 8 Archetypes of difficult people at work from Amy’s brilliant book ‘Getting Along: How to Work with Anyone (Even Difficult People)’ published by Harvard Business Press. In particular, we explore how to deal with passive aggressive people and victim mentality in ourselves and those around us.We explore how we’re becoming more conflict adverse in our workplace relationships, and beyond, and how we can actually hold space for healthy conflict in our workplace teams and relationships.This episode is for anyone who has to work closely with others—let’s face it, that’s all of us!Find more about Amy Gallo, and the full video episode at www.wearehumanleaders.com/podcast/working-with-difficult-people-amy-gallo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Brain Snacks, bite sized learning moments from We Are Human Leaders. In today's Brain Snack, Claude Silver shares how to ensure we don't get trapped in Toxic Positivity but instead can bring Emotional Optimism to our lives and our leadership. For more, check out the full conversation with Claude at the link below.For now, enjoy.Find the full episode of We Are Human Leaders with Claude Silver here https://www.wearehumanleaders.com/podcast/emotionaloptimism Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.