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Uncharted & Unfiltered: The Journey Back to YouE159: Breaking the Fixer PatternSend us a textHave you ever wondered what it would feel like to put down the heavy mantle of "the strong one" and finally breathe? That question lies at the heart of this deeply personal exploration of over-functioning and the quiet cost it extracts from our lives.Drawing from her own journey, Cynthia shares the story of how she became the ultimate fixer—the HR professional who held corporate secrets and smoothed conflicts, the capable one at home, the friend with all the right words. While the world rewarded her for holding everything together, so...2025-08-1217 minUncharted & Unfiltered: The Journey Back to YouE156: Ties, Lies, and the Armor We Wear to "Fit In"Send us a textWhat happens when the version of you that earns the applause… isn’t actually you?In this week's episode, we’re curling up on the couch together — just you and me — for a conversation about what it really costs to survive in systems that were never built with you in mind. I’ll share a moment from a recent coaching session that broke my heart, lit a fire in my chest, and reminded me why I do this work.You’ll hear the story of a woman who put on the metapho...2025-07-2211 minUncharted & Unfiltered: The Journey Back to YouE152: You Don't Need to Conquer Your Ego, You Need to Outgrow ItSend us a textIs your ego holding you back—or trying to keep you safe?In this episode, Cynthia explores the ego not as something to fight, but as something to understand, soften, and evolve beyond. Through a personal story and a powerful client breakthrough, she reveals how old patterns—like being “seen and not heard”—can quietly shape our leadership until we pause to notice them.You’ll hear:A reframe on ego as a portal, not a problemA story about mixing beans and reclaiming your creative voicePowerful reflection prompts to check in...2025-06-2416 minUncharted & Unfiltered: The Journey Back to YouE151: What Will They Think? Showing Up AnywaySend us a textWhat if the voice in your head isn’t your enemy—but your invitation?In this episode of The Uncharted and Unfiltered: A Journey Back to You, Cynthia Jamieson gets raw about visibility, fear, and the messy reality of stepping into leadership that’s rooted in truth—not titles. What started as a journal entry after a mentor’s challenge turned into a nervous system freakout, a full-on inner saboteur parade, and eventually… clarity.You’ll hear about:The real reason your brain acts like an asshole when y...2025-06-1716 minUncharted & Unfiltered: The Journey Back to YouE150: "We'll See": The Disguised Language of Leadership AvoidanceSend us a textWhat do childhood letdowns and corporate lingo have in common? More than you think. In this episode of Uncharted & Unfiltered: A Journey Back to You, Cynthia shares a powerful personal story about disappointment, clarity, and the quiet language we use to avoid hard truths in leadership.You’ll learn:How “We’ll see” from childhood still shows up in leadership language todayThe hidden cost of vague placeholders like “Let’s circle back” and “Let’s put a pin in it”How to spot your own upper limit patterns that sabotage joy and momentumWhat...2025-06-1017 minUncharted & Unfiltered: The Journey Back to YouE149: Fanning the Ember: The Real WorkSend us a textIn this tender and unfiltered episode of Unchartered and Unfiltered: A Journey Back to You, Cynthia invites you into a deeper conversation — the kind that doesn’t require strategy, performance, or productivity.She shares a spoken-word meditation — a soul message borrowed from another’s song — that gently reminds us of the truth beneath the noise: you are not who you thought you were. And even if you feel burnt out, disconnected, or caught in a life that no longer fits, the ember of who you truly are still burns.This is a...2025-06-0317 minUncharted & Unfiltered: The Journey Back to YouE147: Breaking Free: The Saturn Return JourneySend us a textHave you been dragging an invisible suitcase behind you—packed with other people's expectations, outdated rules, and the constant pressure to hold it together? Today's episode invites you to set that heavy burden down.Amidst my second Saturn return—that cosmic checkpoint around age 58 asking "Is this still working for you?"—I'm sharing the profound shift from leading through grit and logic to embracing intuition and self-compassion. This isn't just my journey; it's a collective awakening happening right now among leaders everywhere.We explore the metaphorical "inner boardroom" where sabote...2025-05-2020 minUncharted & Unfiltered: The Journey Back to YouE141: The Power of Appreciation: A Love Letter to Your JourneySend us a textWhat if the most powerful way to shift your energy wasn’t about forcing change—but about appreciating what’s already true?In this special love-letter-style episode of Uncharted and Unfiltered – A Journey Back to You, we explore a soulful practice called a Rampage of Appreciation—a momentum-building, full-bodied experience that reconnects you with your aliveness, your effort, and your enough-ness.You’ll hear the difference between standard gratitude and this more embodied, energizing practice. You’ll be guided through examples, reflections, and even a spoken rampage that invites y...2025-04-0828 minUncharted & Unfiltered: The Journey Back to YouE140: Awakening to Your Leadership Purpose: One Path, Two ChoicesSend us a textWhat if your only purpose as a leader wasn’t about titles, achievements, or the next big milestone—but simply about awakening to who you truly are?In this episode of Unchartered & Unfiltered – A Journey Back to You, we’re breaking down the illusion that leadership is all about grinding, proving, or pushing through. Instead, we’re exploring an invitation to awaken through struggle, or through joy. Which path will you choose?Join me, Cynthia Jamieson, as we dive into: 🔹 Why awakening—not hustling—is your true leadership purpose 🔹 How...2025-04-0112 minUncharted & Unfiltered: The Journey Back to YouE130: Leading with Love: Embracing Courage and AuthenticitySend us a textHave you ever wondered what it truly means to lead with love instead of fear? Join me, Cynthia Jamieson, as I share my personal journey, inspired by Rosemary Watola Tromer's poignant poem "Because," exploring the profound courage it takes to open our hearts amidst life's challenges. My word of the year, "expansion," has been a guiding light in embracing vulnerability and wholeheartedness. In this episode, we'll reflect on how small, intentional acts, such as being fully present in our conversations, can have a transformative impact on our relationships. Together, we'll uncover how showing...2025-01-2112 minUncharted & Unfiltered: The Journey Back to YouE128: Refresh and Renew Your Leadership MindsetSend us a textEver felt like your leadership approach is stuck in the past? Discover the secrets to evolving your leadership mindset with me, Cynthia Jamieson, as we delve into the art of conscious upgrades, much like your regular phone software updates. Learn to recognize when your leadership strategies are outdated and need a refresh. This episode is a guide to embracing qualities like empathy, creativity, and resilience, which are essential in today’s fast-paced world. I share personal insights on spotting the signs of stagnation and burnout, offering you a path to self-awareness and continuous im...2025-01-1417 minUncharted & Unfiltered: The Journey Back to YouE125: Holiday Harmony or Heartache? Navigating Family Dynamics with BoundariesSend us a textHave you ever found yourself torn between the desire to forgive and the need to protect your heart? Join me, Cynthia Jamieson, as I navigate the complicated landscape of family dynamics during the holiday season. This episode of Unchartered and Unfiltered is packed with personal insights and a client's gripping story about a sibling's unexpected attempt at reconciliation after years of severed ties. With empathy and candor, I explore the emotional balancing act of forgiveness and self-care, highlighting the necessity of setting boundaries to safeguard your emotional well-being. As we unravel these complex...2024-12-2415 min
Uncharted & Unfiltered: The Journey Back to YouE121: The Road You ChooseSend us a textWhat happens when the familiar path you've been walking no longer feels right? Join me, Cynthia Jameson, as I share my personal story of embarking on a transformative journey filled with uncertainty and excitement. In the process of a big move, surrounded by boxes and memories, I encountered profound emotional and spiritual shifts. Inspired by the wisdom of Maya Angelou, I reflect on a time when I battled depression and questioned my life's direction. This episode is an invitation to assess the weight of your emotional baggage and embrace courage in the face...2024-11-2618 min
Uncharted & Unfiltered: The Journey Back to YouE120: Overwhelmed? Here’s Your Way Back to Center.Send us a textWelcome to the new and improved Uncharted & Unfiltered—formerly Who Are You to Lead Anyway? This is a space where we dive deep, raw, and unfiltered into life's messiness and uncover the powerful version of YOU that’s always been there, waiting to be rediscovered. I’m Cynthia Jamieson, and I’m thrilled you’re here, carving out time for yourself in this fast-paced world.In today’s episode, we’re talking about finding your center. We all know that feeling when life’s chaos pulls us in a hundred dir...2024-11-1920 min
Uncharted & Unfiltered: The Journey Back to YouE118: What If We Chose to Be Ourselves?Send us a textImagine a world where societal expectations dissolve, leaving us free to embrace our authentic selves. Join me, Cynthia Jamieson, as we explore this liberating possibility on "Who Are You to Lead Anyway?" We ponder what it means to live without the constraints of labels and judgments, inviting you to consider the power of authenticity. Through guided reflections and imaginative "what-ifs," we create a vision of a world united in self-acceptance and love, challenging you to take that first step toward uncovering who you truly are.This episode is a call to...2024-11-0507 min
Uncharted & Unfiltered: The Journey Back to YouE116: Embracing the Shift: Unlocking Leadership Through Self-DiscoverySend us a textWhat if the leadership landscape you know is on the brink of a seismic shift? Join me, Cynthia Jamieson, as I ponder this provocative question and explore the evolving dynamics of leadership in our post-pandemic world. From the profound changes in work culture and mental health to the challenges of diversity, we're all navigating new terrains. I'll take you on my personal journey into the unexpected world of human design—a tool that's become a fascinating part of my quest to understand myself and, perhaps, offer you a new lens for your own le...2024-10-2214 min
Uncharted & Unfiltered: The Journey Back to YouE115: Gratitude, Growth, and Dreaming BiggerSend us a textWhat if every twist and turn in your life was a stepping stone to something greater? Join me, Cynthia, as I share the reflections from a journey that began after celebrating Canadian Thanksgiving with family in New Brunswick. This episode is all about gratitude and resilience, where I recount how embracing both the joyous and challenging moments of life has opened new doors and helped me dream bigger. From my early upbringing in Channel Port-Aux-Basques, Newfoundland, to navigating life's unpredictability, I explore how acknowledging our past can ground us while propelling u...2024-10-1521 min
Uncharted & Unfiltered: The Journey Back to YouE110: Ditch Autopilot and Lead with IntentionSend us a textHello, and welcome to another episode of Who Are You to Lead Anyway? I’m Cynthia Jamieson, and today we’re diving into a topic that touches every one of us—change. You know that mix of excitement and hesitation that comes with stepping into something new? Well, we’re going to explore what lies beneath those feelings and how to move through them with purpose.Now, I’m not going to give you all the answers upfront, but I will share a personal story and a few key steps that helped me...2024-09-1015 min
Uncharted & Unfiltered: The Journey Back to YouE109: Stepping Outside Your Story: Embracing Vulnerability and Conscious LeadershipSend us a textHey there, listeners!In this episode, I want to dive into something that’s been on my mind lately—how our personal stories shape who we are and how we show up in the world. I’ve been reflecting on the narratives we tell ourselves and how they can sometimes limit us from reaching our full potential.I’ll be sharing some of my own experiences with the stories I’ve told myself and how stepping outside of those narratives has led to profound changes in my life. We’ll explore p...2024-09-0348 minUncharted & Unfiltered: The Journey Back to YouE107 Embracing Self-Trust: The Key to Authentic LeadershipSend us a textDo you ever feel hesitant to trust your instincts in leadership roles? This episode promises to transform your approach by helping you build self-trust, a crucial element for effective decision-making, authentic leadership, and resilience. Join Cynthia Jamieson as she breaks down the essential distinction between trust and self-trust, and why the latter is vital for navigating both personal and professional challenges. Cynthia shares valuable insights on how lacking self-trust can lead to second-guessing and risk-aversion, ultimately undermining your leadership effectiveness.Discover four practical strategies to cultivate self-trust and enhance your leadership...2024-08-2014 minUncharted & Unfiltered: The Journey Back to YouE106 Letting Go: The Leadership Power of Trust Over ControlSend us a textDo you ever feel the unrelenting need to control everything around you, especially when stepping into a new role? Today on the "Who Are You to Lead, Anyway?" podcast, I share a personal encounter from a morning walk and a Voxer exchange with a friend facing a higher leadership position. This conversation unveils the hidden layers of control that often emerge during leadership transitions, capturing the essence of the 'new level, new devil' phenomenon. We'll dissect the impact of control on our energy and effectiveness, offering insights into how it can stifle creativity...2024-08-1317 min
Uncharted & Unfiltered: The Journey Back to YouE105: The Power of PerspectiveSend us a textWhat if a simple shift in your perspective could transform your leadership style and improve team dynamics overnight? Discover the power of perspective in leadership as I, Cynthia Jamieson, explore how altering your viewpoint can lead to more conscious and effective decision-making. Inspired by a card from Rumi's Gift Oracle Deck, I unpack the crucial difference between perception and perspective, and why understanding this distinction can make all the difference in your leadership journey.Through real-life coaching experiences, I share stories of clients who have turned frustration into empathy and transformed...2024-08-0614 min
Uncharted & Unfiltered: The Journey Back to YouE103: Harnessing Awareness to Thrive Through TransitionsSend us a textIn this special episode of "Who Are You to Lead Anyway?" join Cynthia Jamieson on her early morning walk as she explores the nature of transitions. From the automatic transitions our bodies make daily—like moving from sleep to wakefulness—to the significant life changes we all face, Cynthia delves into how we can navigate these shifts with intention and grace.Discover how to:Recognize the seamless transitions your body makes every day and what you can learn from them.Consciously decide who you want to be during any transition, big...2024-07-2319 minUncharted & Unfiltered: The Journey Back to YouE99: Leadership Lessons from Little Learners: Embracing Childlike CuriositySend us a textWelcome back to "Who Are You to Lead Anyway?" I'm Cynthia Jamieson, and in today's episode, I'm excited to share some invaluable leadership insights inspired by my recent time with my granddaughters—a lively three-year-old and a precious five-month-old.As I observed them, I couldn't help but marvel at the lessons they effortlessly teach about leadership and life. From their insatiable curiosity and openness to their authentic emotional expression and resilience, children embody qualities that can profoundly impact how we lead.Join me as I explore how embracing authenticity an...2024-06-2518 min
Uncharted & Unfiltered: The Journey Back to YouE98: From Stress to Success: Navigating Leadership ChallengesSend us a textWhat if you could transform your leadership style to not only lead more effectively but also create a happier workplace? Join me, Cynthia Jamieson, as we explore how self-assessment and self-leadership can revolutionize your approach to leadership in "Who Are You to Lead, Anyway?" With the summer solstice as our backdrop—a time perfect for reflection and renewal—we'll dissect key insights from the 2024 Gallup Workplace Survey. We discuss the growing issues of stress and organizational challenges, revealing that nearly 60% of employees feel stressed due to poor management. We'll talk about the i...2024-06-1827 min