Explore every episode of the podcast We're All in This Together
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| The Importance of Decluttering Our Space and Our Mind | 04 Sep 2024 | 00:20:55 | |
In the fast-paced world we live and work in these days, it’s easy for things to pile up. As important as decluttering can be, it’s often challenging to find the time and create the system to do so on a regular basis. On this episode, I talk about how decluttering our physical environment is directly connected to our mental and emotional wellbeing, as well as our ability to focus, create, and succeed. I also share some specific tips for how we can effectively clear space around us and within us.
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| Ready or Not: The Power of Taking Courageous Action | 28 Aug 2024 | 00:27:53 | |
Readiness is an important part of life and success, both individually and collectively. However, when we’re attempting to do something big, new, or both, the paradox is that we’re usually not quite ready and always ready at the same time. On this episode I talk about how we often get in our own way with perfectionism, procrastination, and fear. I then share five specific things we can do to take courageous action, whether or not we feel ready to do so.
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| Go For It | 19 Jun 2024 | 00:20:00 | |
In order for us to accomplish or experience what we truly want, personally or professionally, we have to be willing to go for it. This, however, can be scary and challenging for a whole host of reasons. On this episode, I talk about some of what gets in our way of going after what we want. I then share some specific things we can do to access courage and boldness…and to go for it effectively.
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| You Don’t Always Have to Suck it Up | 12 Apr 2022 | 00:22:41 | |
Our 13 year old daughter Rosie said to me recently, “Dad, you don’t always have to suck it up.” Her feedback stopped me in my tracks. It had me reflect on how and why I do this, and also how much we’re encouraged in our culture to “suck it up” at work and in life. On this episode, I talk about the paradox of sucking it up and how it can be both necessary and detrimental to our success and wellbeing. Resources: We’re All in This Together (new paperback edition), by Mike Robbins | |||
| Trust Your Instincts | 04 Apr 2022 | 00:25:40 | |
Trusting our instincts is an important aspect of growth and success in life, leadership, work, and more. And, even in the best of times, it can be challenging to do this effectively. Over the past few months and years, I’ve found it more difficult than ever to trust my own instincts, given all of the stress, change, and uncertainty we’ve been facing. On this episode, we talk about both the challenge and the importance of trusting our instincts these days, and some specific things we can do to enhance our capacity to do so. Resources: We’re All in This Together (new paperback edition), by Mike Robbins | |||
| Navigating Mixed Emotions and Strong Reactions | 28 Mar 2022 | 00:27:30 | |
I watched the Oscars live, like millions of people around the country and the world. I was shocked and shaken by the incident that took place between Will Smith and Chris Rock, two entertainers whom I’ve had great respect and appreciation for over the years. On this episode, I talk about what happened between them, my initial reactions, and, more broadly, how we can most effectively deal with the messy and paradoxical nature of our mixed emotions to not just this incident, but to the real things that happen in our work and in our lives. Resources: We’re All in This Together (new paperback edition), by Mike Robbins | |||
| Are We Really All in This Together? | 22 Mar 2022 | 00:30:36 | |
The paperback edition of my latest book, We’re All in This Together, officially came out today! So much has happened since I finished the manuscript for this book back in late 2019 and it first came out in the spring of 2020. On this episode, I reflect on a few of the core themes of the book and my work, and talk about some of the most important things we’ve learned over the past two years. I also talk about what we can do and think about as we move forward and continue to navigate through these uncertain times. Resources: We’re All in This Together (new paperback edition), by Mike Robbins | |||
| Create More Free Time with Jenny Blake | 15 Mar 2022 | 00:58:03 | |
Like most busy people, I crave more free time and find it challenging to create. However, according to my friend Jenny Blake, for us to thrive in our work and our lives, creating free time is not just a nice to have, it’s essential. On this episode, I talk to Jenny about why this can be so difficult, why it is so important, and how we can do it. Jenny’s forthcoming book, Free Time: Lose the Busywork, Love Your Business, is filled with actionable ideas for how we can create more space for ourselves to do more good work. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Free Time (book), by Jenny Blake Magic Mind (use promo code Together20 for a discount) | |||
| The Power of Regret | 08 Mar 2022 | 00:25:08 | |
Like most of us, I think of regret in a negative way, and that it’s something I try to avoid as much as possible. However, I recently listened to a conversation that Brene Brown had on her podcast with Daniel Pink about his new book, The Power of Regret. Listening to them underscored some things I think I’d known but didn’t specifically realize were so important about acknowledging our regrets. On this episode, I talk about the tricky but healthy balance between denial and shame where we can embrace the essential lessons of our regrets…and allow them to change us in positive ways. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Bring Your Whole Self to Work (book), by Mike Robbins (now out in paperback) | |||
| Keeping Things in Perspective | 01 Mar 2022 | 00:21:35 | |
Given the level of stress, weariness, and uncertainty that many of us are experiencing these days, it can be challenging to keep things in a healthy perspective. In light of the terrifying invasion and violence happening right now in Ukraine, I’ve been thinking a lot about the millions of people impacted by this. So much of what seems hard in my own daily life pales in comparison. On this episode, I talk about the importance of perspective, how we can avoid the trap of unhealthy comparative suffering, and some specific things we can do to shift our mindset in positive and productive ways, even in the face of difficulty. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Bring Your Whole Self to Work (book), by Mike Robbins (now out in paperback) | |||
| The Power of Joy | 22 Feb 2022 | 00:16:30 | |
There’s a powerful and important difference between joy and happiness. Happiness, like fun, is often dependent upon positive circumstances and situations. Joyfulness, on the other hand, is an intentional choice we can make at any moment. Inspired by Steph Curry’s incredible MVP performance in the NBA All-Star game and the way he plays basketball, I talk about how we all can tap into the power of joy on this week’s episode. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Bring Your Whole Self to Work (book), by Mike Robbins (now out in paperback) | |||
| Healthy Discomfort | 16 Feb 2022 | 00:18:22 | |
Being comfortable with being uncomfortable is an essential aspect of growth, change, and success in just about every aspect of work and life. However, there is a difference between healthy and unhealthy discomfort, although it can be challenging for many of us, myself included, to recognize this important distinction. On this episode, I delve into this dynamic and talk about some specific ways we can embrace healthy discomfort, without needlessly creating unproductive pain and struggle for ourselves and those around us. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Bring Your Whole Self to Work (book), by Mike Robbins (now out in paperback) | |||
| Appreciate Yourself | 09 Feb 2022 | 00:22:40 | |
Most of us appreciate when other people express appreciation for us. Clearly some of us are more motivated by this than others, and it can be a bit uncomfortable to receive, but it’s very rare to meet someone who feels over-appreciated or doesn’t enjoy being acknowledged at some level. However, the most important and most difficult aspect of appreciation is being able to do it for ourselves in a genuine way. On this episode, I talk about why authentic self-appreciation can be so hard, and I offer a series of reminders and techniques for how to do it effectively. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Bring Your Whole Self to Work (book), by Mike Robbins (now out in paperback) | |||
| Embracing Uncertainty | 12 Jun 2024 | 00:27:27 | |
Uncertainty is a fundamental part of work and life, especially these days, yet it can often be scary and upsetting. The more willing we are to truly embrace uncertainty, the more successful, peaceful, and impactful we can be in all areas of life. On this episode, I talk about some of what makes uncertainty so challenging. I then share some specific things we can do to effectively embrace it in an empowering way.
Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins
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| The Art of Savoring | 01 Feb 2022 | 00:26:45 | |
For a number of understandable reasons, especially these days, it can be challenging to slow down and savor our experiences. The pace of life and work, the stressful and uncertain nature of things right now, and the tendency many of us have to plan and worry, among other things, all make savoring difficult. However, when we pause and truly take things in, it brings us into the present moment and allows us to more fully appreciate our experience of being alive. I talk about this important phenomenon on this week’s episode - pointing out some of the challenges we face in this regard, and sharing specific tips for how we can practice the art of savoring more effectively. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Bring Your Whole Self to Work (book), by Mike Robbins (now out in paperback) | |||
| The Importance of Habits | 25 Jan 2022 | 00:24:55 | |
Many of us, myself included, tend to focus a lot on outcomes and goals. And while this makes sense for us in many areas of life and business, what often drives our performance (or lack thereof) is our habits. On this episode, I talk about the importance of habits. I also break down some simple things we can do to adopt new habits we want, let go of ones that don’t serve us, and stay consistent with the practices that lead to our success and wellbeing. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Bring Your Whole Self to Work (book), by Mike Robbins (now out in paperback) | |||
| Don’t Freak Out | 19 Jan 2022 | 00:22:44 | |
When things are hard, scary, uncertain, painful, changing, or frustrating, it’s easy for us to freak out. However, when we react in a knee-jerk way to stress (i.e. we freak out), it almost never serves us, others, or the situation. In many cases, we make an already challenging situation more difficult. On this episode, I talk about this phenomenon, why it is so common (especially right now), and some specific things we can do to shift from freaking out to authentically responding, which is much more effective. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Bring Your Whole Self to Work (book), by Mike Robbins (now out in paperback) | |||
| Stay in the Present Moment | 12 Jan 2022 | 00:27:06 | |
As we find ourselves back in the throes of a covid surge, the increased stress and uncertainty can lead us to understandable feelings of fear, sadness, anger, and more. On this episode I talk about how we can give ourselves permission to experience all of this in a healthy way, and also about the importance of staying in the present moment, even and especially with things being so challenging and up-in-the-air right now. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Bring Your Whole Self to Work (book), by Mike Robbins (now out in paperback) | |||
| Showing Up: How Men Can Become Allies in the Workplace | 04 Jan 2022 | 00:53:49 | |
Inclusion, belonging, and allyship are essential in business and life. These things can be challenging and complex. My friend and colleague, Ray Arata, is an expert in inclusionary leadership and the founder of the Better Man Conference. He joins me on the show today to talk about these important topics and about his powerful new book, Showing Up: How Men Can Become Allies in the Workplace. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Bring Your Whole Self to Work (book), by Mike Robbins (now out in paperback) Showing Up: How Men Can Become Effective Allies in the Workplace (Amazon) | |||
| Wrapping Up the Year and Setting Ourselves Up for Success in the New Year | 28 Dec 2021 | 00:27:11 | |
I love this week between Christmas and New Years…it’s usually a time to rest, reflect, and prepare. On this episode, I talk about how we can consciously complete the year that is ending. This past year has been challenging for me and so many of us. And, if we’re intentional about it, we can bring real closure to this year, which can create the freedom and space to create something new in 2022. I also talk about how we can set ourselves up for success in the new year with how we think about our intentions, goals, and habits. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Bring Your Whole Self to Work (book), by Mike Robbins (now out in paperback) | |||
| The Power and Freedom of Being Humbled by Life | 23 Dec 2021 | 00:25:05 | |
I threw out my back this past weekend and was in an enormous amount of pain. This experience, coupled with the news of the omicron variant spreading rapidly, had me reflect on the humbling nature of life, especially these days. Being able to embrace authentic humility is actually something that can give us a lot of freedom and power. On this episode, I talk about being humbled by life and offer some specific ideas for how we can navigate this dynamic right now. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Bring Your Whole Self to Work (book), by Mike Robbins (now out in paperback) | |||
| Navigating the Holidays with Authenticity and Grace | 14 Dec 2021 | 00:22:43 | |
I have a bit of a love/hate relationship with the holidays. I enjoy some of the rituals, food, music, gifts, and celebrations, but I’m not a huge fan of the pressure, expectation, disappointment, family dynamics, and grief that often accompanies this time of year. On this episode, I talk about some of the things that can make the holidays challenging and share some specific tips for what we can do to effectively navigate this season with authenticity and grace, especially this year. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Bring Your Whole Self to Work (book), by Mike Robbins (now out in paperback) | |||
| The Comparison Trap | 07 Dec 2021 | 00:27:24 | |
We all compare ourselves to other people at times. This can be benign and there can even be some positive aspects to it, but, for the most part, comparison is an ego trap that distorts our perception and causes harm. On this episode I talk openly about some of my own struggles with comparison and some things we can do to navigate the comparison trap, especially these days. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Bring Your Whole Self to Work (book), by Mike Robbins (now out in paperback) | |||
| Wake Up Your Creativity and Find Your Joy | 30 Nov 2021 | 00:54:21 | |
Life is full of wonder and joy, although sometimes it can be challenging for us to see and experience this, especially these days. On this episode, I talk to my longtime friend, Andrea Scher. She’s an artist, life coach, and the author of the brand new book, Wonder Seeker: 52 Ways to Wake Up Your Creativity and Find Your Joy. Andrea’s approach to life and creativity is inspiring, accessible, and practical...and it is so needed right now. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Bring Your Whole Self to Work (book), by Mike Robbins (now out in paperback) | |||
| Nothing Changes Until You Do | 04 Jun 2024 | 00:24:28 | |
We all deal with challenging people, situations, and circumstances, and sometimes this can be quite difficult. While it’s easy and understandable for these challenges to impact us, we often forget that we’re the common denominator in everything we experience. On this episode, I talk about how we can authentically take ownership and make the necessary changes needed to navigate anything we face.
Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Nothing Changes Until You Do (Book), by Mike Robbins | |||
| The Power of Gratitude | 22 Nov 2021 | 00:22:13 | |
Gratitude is something that I’ve researched, written, and spoken about for the past two decades. Even though I know how important, healthy, and powerful it is, I still find it challenging to be grateful, especially at certain times. On this episode, I reflect on some of the things that can make gratitude difficult, particularly right now, and I share some specific ideas and practices for how we can tap into the power of gratitude during this holiday season and beyond. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Bring Your Whole Self to Work (book), by Mike Robbins (now out in paperback) | |||
| The Balance of Foundation and Vision | 17 Nov 2021 | 00:27:31 | |
For us to successfully create or experience something important - whether it’s a relationship, a project, a team, a family, a career, or anything else - a strong foundation is essential. This foundation needs to be built and maintained consistently. However, growth and evolution happen by us focusing on vision and embracing innovation. On this episode I talk about the important balance of foundation and vision. We need both in order to thrive. For most of us, myself included, this can be challenging, especially these days. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Bring Your Whole Self to Work (book), by Mike Robbins (now out in paperback) Take Care of Your Animal (video blog post) Keep Your Head in the Clouds and Your Feet on the Ground (blog post) | |||
| Transforming Fear | 10 Nov 2021 | 00:26:55 | |
Fear is something we all experience as human beings, but it’s an emotion we often avoid, deny, or suppress to our own detriment. With anxiety levels running high for many of us, especially these days, it’s important for us to have more space for our fear and to learn healthy ways to feel it and move through it. On this episode, I talk about why fear can be so tricky and uncomfortable, and I share some specific techniques for how we can transform our fear, individually and collectively, and utilize its power in a productive way. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Bring Your Whole Self to Work (book), by Mike Robbins (now out in paperback) How to Move Through Your Fear (blog post) | |||
| The Power of Patience | 03 Nov 2021 | 00:24:27 | |
Patience may be a virtue, but it’s definitely something I find challenging. Given the pace, uncertainty, and intensity of life and work these days, I don’t think I’m alone in the struggle with being patient. On this episode, I talk about some of the reasons patience can be difficult, particularly right now, and I also explore some specific things we can do and focus on to be more patient with ourselves, with those around us, at work, and in life. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Bring Your Whole Self to Work (book), by Mike Robbins (now out in paperback) Trust the Process (podcast episode) | |||
| Self-Compassion | 27 Oct 2021 | 00:24:56 | |
I can be pretty harsh and critical of myself at times. And even though I know how important self-compassion is, I still find it to be challenging. On this episode I talk about some of the reasons it can be hard for us to have compassion for ourselves. I also explore the three components of self-compassion and talk about why it is essential for us, our relationships, and our teams. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Bring Your Whole Self to Work (book), by Mike Robbins (now out in paperback) | |||
| The Difficulty and Necessity of Accountability | 19 Oct 2021 | 00:25:01 | |
I have a bit of a love/hate relationship with accountability. Similar to feedback, I know how important it is for us to hold ourselves and others accountable...it can just be hard and scary to do so at times. On this episode, we discuss some of the specific reasons we avoid or run from accountability. And we talk about why it’s so important and how we can more effectively embrace accountability ourselves and within our teams...for the benefit of everyone involved. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Bring Your Whole Self to Work (book), by Mike Robbins (now out in paperback) | |||
| The Power of Forgiveness | 12 Oct 2021 | 00:24:15 | |
Forgiveness is so important for our relationships, our teams, and our overall well-being...and, it can be really hard, especially these days. On this episode, we discuss some of the things that make it challenging, and we delve into some specific ways to embrace and practice the power of forgiveness in our work, our relationships, and our lives. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Bring Your Whole Self to Work (book), by Mike Robbins (now out in paperback) | |||
| Creating More Space to Think with Juliet Funt | 06 Oct 2021 | 00:51:48 | |
Work and life seem to be getting busier and busier all the time. Creating space in our schedules and in our minds is more important and challenging than ever these days. On this week’s episode, I talk to my friend and colleague, Juliet Funt. She’s the author of the new book, A Minute to Think, and an expert in training people, leaders, teams, and organizations specific techniques which allow them to reclaim creativity, conquer busyness, and do their best work. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Bring Your Whole Self to Work (book), by Mike Robbins (now out in paperback) | |||
| Embracing Paradox | 28 Sep 2021 | 00:15:52 | |
So many aspects of life and work are paradoxical, especially these days. Paradox is something that I’ve always been fascinated by - the notion that more than one thing can be true at the same time, and often these truths can contradict one another. We seem to be having a hard time, especially right now, embracing paradox in our society, but it’s essential for us to do within our teams, our families, our communities, and our world. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Bring Your Whole Self to Work (book), by Mike Robbins (now out in paperback) | |||
| The Challenge and Importance of Self-Care | 21 Sep 2021 | 00:28:24 | |
If you’re anything like me and so many people I know, caring for yourself in a healthy and nourishing way these days may be a bit challenging. Self-care is often difficult for many of us, and over this past year and half, it seems to have gotten even harder, for a number of understandable reasons. On today’s show, I share some of my own current struggles with self-care and why it can be so tricky for so many of us these days (and in general). I also offer some specific ideas that can allow you to more effectively and compassionately care for yourself right now. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Bring Your Whole Self to Work (book), by Mike Robbins (now out in paperback) Adam Grant’s TED talk - How to Stop Languishing and Start Finding Flow
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| Setting Healthy Boundaries | 29 May 2024 | 00:28:51 | |
Setting healthy boundaries is essential for our wellbeing, our relationships, our teams, our families, and more. However, it can be difficult to do this effectively. On this episode, I talk about the important distinction between boundaries and requests, address some of the biggest challenges we face in setting healthy boundaries, and share some specific tips to allow us to be more successful in doing so.
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| Keep Bringing Your Whole Self to Work | 14 Sep 2021 | 00:30:40 | |
Today is a big day...it’s episode #250 of this podcast, which used to be called “Bring Your Whole Self to Work,” and it also happens to be the launch day of the paperback edition of my book, Bring Your Whole Self to Work. On today’s show we talk about the five principles from this book: 1) authenticity, 2) appreciation, 3) emotional intelligence, 4) growth mindset, and 5) teamwork, and why these things are even more challenging and more important than ever these days, given everything that is going on. Resources: | |||
| Be the Leader of Your Own Life with Rebecca Macieira-Kaufmann | 07 Sep 2021 | 00:58:33 | |
On today’s show, I spoke with my friend, client, and colleague, Rebecca Macieira-Kaufmann. Rebecca is an accomplished executive, board member, consultant, and the co-author of FitCEO: Be the Leader of Your Life, which officially comes out next week. In our discussion, Rebecca and I talk about her remarkable journey through education and business, as well as some of the core pillars of her leadership philosophy and key ideas from her powerful new book. Resources: | |||
| The Importance of Surrender and Gratitude | 31 Aug 2021 | 00:20:52 | |
I’m back after a two month hiatus! On this return episode, I talk about some of the current challenges and continued uncertainty facing us on various fronts. In the face of all that is going on right now, it’s important to be able to surrender in an authentic way, and also to focus on what we’re grateful for. These things can be hard to embrace and embody for a number of understandable reasons, but they’re essential for our mental and emotional well-being, and necessary as we navigate work and life these days. Resources: | |||
| Time for a Break | 29 Jun 2021 | 00:29:09 | |
Most of us could use a break these days. However, for a number of reasons, taking breaks can be challenging. This difficulty is often practical, financial, emotional, relational, social, or some combination of these factors. And, no matter how hard it may be, it’s critical for us to pause from time to time, not only for our own wellbeing, but for the health of our relationships and teams as well. On this episode, I talk about both the challenge and importance of taking breaks, as well as some of the specific dynamics that make doing this even harder and more essential these days. I also share that I’ll be taking a break from this podcast and some other things over the next few weeks or months. Resources: | |||
| Watch Out for Toxic Positivity | 22 Jun 2021 | 00:28:59 | |
Positivity is something that most of us consider, well, positive, right? However, when positivity is used to cover up or silence our authentic human experience, it can become incredibly toxic. With all of the challenges, stress, and struggle many of us have been facing these days, it can be difficult, but really important, to remain optimistic. And, at the same time, we don’t want to sugarcoat things or diminish the experience of others. On this episode, we talk about this complex dynamic and look at ways we can balance our desire to be positive and create a positive environment around us, while at the same time being real and giving people space to express themselves authentically. Resources: | |||
| Let’s Get Real About the Vaccine | 15 Jun 2021 | 00:30:37 | |
Covid has, obviously, turned our lives upside down in so many ways. The distribution of the vaccine has been a game-changer these past few months. However, not everyone have access to the vaccine, and there are people who are hesitant to get it or simply refuse. On this episode, I talk openly about my own journey with the vaccine and share some thoughts about how we can have more authentic conversations about this incredibly important and emotionally charged topic. While everyone has the right to make their own personal choice, what we each decide to do in this regard does impact those around us and all of us collectively. And, given how essential this is, it’s important for us to find more effective ways to discuss it openly. Resources: | |||
| Real Talk | 08 Jun 2021 | 00:27:15 | |
Telling the truth about how we really feel is so important, especially these days. At the same time, operating with this type of vulnerability can be challenging for many different reasons. On this episode, I share some of how I’ve been feeling lately, and we discuss not only the importance of being real, but some specific ways to engage with those around us authentically. There is so much freedom and power in the truth...and it takes courage for us to operate this way. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins We Can Do Hard Things with Glennon Doyle (podcast) | |||
| Mental Health | 25 May 2021 | 00:33:59 | |
So many of us, myself included, are struggling with mental health challenges these days. Even if we aren’t, we probably know people who are and want to be able to support them. While we’ve made progress in recent years in how we think about, talk about, and treat mental health, there is still a lot of understandable yet unnecessary fear, shame, and stigma connected to it. On this episode, I talk openly about my own mental health journey and the importance of being real about how we feel and asking for the support that we need. Caring for our mental health is as essential, if not moreso, than caring for our physical health, especially right now. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins What Happened to You (book), by Oprah Winfrey and Bruce Perry
Shareables:
“Focusing on our mental health is as important as focusing on our physical health.” — @MikeDRobbins
“It’s okay to not be okay.” — @MikeDRobbins
“Asking for help is one of the most important and empowering things we can do.” — @MikeDRobbins
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| Designing Your Life with Sheri Salata | 18 May 2021 | 00:55:42 | |
With all of the ups and downs we go through, especially these days, it can sometimes seem like life is just happening to us. However, even in the face of challenges, we are way more at cause than at effect in life than we often realize. My guest on this episode knows a few things about what it takes to design an extraordinary life. Sheri Salata was the executive producer of the Oprah Winfrey Show and the President of the Oprah Winfrey Network. She’s an author and teacher who, through her own extraordinary journey and her inspiring wisdom, reminds us to create a life we love, wherever we find ourselves in the process. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Design Your Life - 5-Day Challenge The Beautiful No (book), by Sheri Salata
Shareables:
“We have the power to design a life we love.” — @SheriSalata
“When we own and share our story, we can transform our lives.” — @SheriSalata
“Life can be fantastic at any age and stage - it’s up to us.” — @SheriSalata
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| Transformation from the Inside Out with Scott Shute | 11 May 2021 | 00:58:23 | |
There is such a strong need for transformation these days - in our work, our lives, our families, our organizations, our society, and our world. As we have seen and learned in many painful ways over the past year or so, some of the ways we operate - personally and collectively - aren’t ideal, equitable, healthy, or sustainable. On this episode, I once again talk with my friend Scott Shute. As the Head of Mindfulness and Compassion Programs at LinkedIn, Scott develops and delivers programs that assist in the well-being of leaders, teams, employees, and customers. He also has a brand new book out today called The Full Body Yes. Scott’s book, his work, and his life are dedicated to changing our work and our world from the inside out. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins TheFullBodyYes.com (book site) The Full Body Yes (book on Amazon)
Shareables:
“Compassion is empathy in action.” — @ScottShute1
“There is real freedom and power when we realize life is happening for us not to us.” — @ScottShute1
“All transformation starts from within.” — @ScottShute1
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| How to Support Others | 22 May 2024 | 00:25:40 | |
Supporting those around us is one of the most important, yet challenging, things for us to do as leaders, parents, co-workers, friends, family members, and human beings. On this episode, I talk about some of the things that make providing support difficult. I then share some specific ideas for how we can support those we work with and live with in an authentic and effective way.
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| The Difference Between Struggling and Suffering | 28 Apr 2021 | 00:36:26 | |
There’s an important difference between struggling and suffering. Given all that we’ve been dealing with over this past year and the many challenging dynamics of work, family, health, relationships, and what’s going on in our world, many of us, myself included, have been struggling. On this episode, I share vulnerably about some of my own challenges and talk about five specific things we can do to effectively navigate times of struggle, so that we don’t get caught in the trap of suffering. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins
Shareables:
“There is a big difference between struggling and suffering.” — @MikeDRobbins
“It’s okay to struggle.” — @MikeDRobbins
“Telling the truth about our struggle with courage and vulnerability, allows us to not get stuck in suffering.” — @MikeDRobbins
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| The Importance of Setting Healthy Boundaries with Terri Cole | 20 Apr 2021 | 00:47:02 | |
Setting healthy boundaries is both as important and challenging as ever these days. Both at work and at home, being able to speak up, say “yes” and “no” authentically without guilt or pressure, as well as having the courage to negotiate for our preferences, desires, and needs, are all essential aspects of our well-being and success. On this episode, I talk to my friend and colleague Terri Cole. She’s a psychotherapist and the author of a brand-new book called Boundary Boss. In our conversation, we discuss why boundaries are so difficult and necessary (both personally and professionally), especially right now. We also talk about some specific things we can do to create healthy boundaries for ourselves, our families, and our teams. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Boundary Boss (book), by Terri Cole De Less with Boundaries (bonus)
Shareables:
“You have the right to say no (or yes) to others without feeling guilty.” — @TerriCole
“You have the right to negotiate for your preferences, desires, and needs.” — @TerriCole
“You don’t have to say yes when you really mean no.” — @TerriCole
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| Finding the Courage to Lead with Vulnerability with Laila Tarraf | 13 Apr 2021 | 00:50:43 | |
It’s almost always scary and uncomfortable to be vulnerable, yet vulnerability is necessary for us to learn, grow, connect, lead, and succeed personally and professionally. My guest on this episode, Laila Tarraf, knows all about the importance of this paradox. She was the Chief People Officer at Peet’s Coffee and Tea, and over the span of five years lost her husband, her father, and her mother, all while raising her young daughter and leading a cultural transformation for the company. In her moving new memoir, Strong Like Water, Laila shares about her grief, growth, and personal transformation through these intense experiences. In our conversation, we talk about her book, her journey, and how we can all find the courage to lead with vulnerability in business and in life. Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Strong Like Water (book), by Laila Tarraf (Website) Strong Like Water (book), by Laila Tarraf (Amazon)
Shareables:
“Being right isn’t the point.” — @LailaTarraf
“There is strength in softness.” — @LailaTarraf
“Vulnerability is not weakness, it’s courage.” — @LailaTarraf
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