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The Voice of Hope with Dr. Ken Huey
The Voice of Hope with Dr. Ken HueyDr. David Zierk | Mind Rules: Turning Conflict into ConnectionIn this episode of The Voice of Hope, Ken Huey sits down with Dr. David Zierk, a conflict navigation expert, clinical psychologist, and author of Mind Rules: Who's in Control, You or Your Mind. With over 25,000 counseling hours, 25 years guiding individuals and organizations, and more than a thousand forensic testimonies, Dr. Zierk shares actionable insights on how the mind often works against us, the power of relationship intelligence, and strategies to break destructive patterns in conflict.Listeners will discover:How invisible mental rules shape our decisions and interactions.The surprising ways anxiety and unmet needs show...
2025-10-2824 minThe re.think Podcast
The re.think PodcastEpisode #11: Rewriting Your Inner Dialogue: From Fear to ConfidenceIn Episode 11, "Facing Your Insecurities: From Self-Protection to Self-Awareness," Dr. David Zierk reveals how past experiences of rejection, exclusion, and devaluation create deep-rooted insecurities that silently shape our behaviors, relationships, and leadership styles. Explore the six core types of insecurities and learn practical strategies to identify and overcome these emotional barriers. By rethinking insecurity as an opportunity for growth, discover how to shift from defensive reactions to powerful responses, enhancing connection, confidence, and performance in all areas of life. Episode Highlights:    ➔ (00:00) "Understanding Your Insecurity Triggers" Discover how past experiences resurface as present insecurities and...
2025-09-2333 minThe re.think Podcast
The re.think PodcastEpisode #10: Fear or Logic? Challenging the Mind’s Default SettingIn Episode 10, "Mind Rules: Who's Really in Control?" Dr. David Zierk dives into the hidden stories your mind tells to protect you—and how those stories might limit your growth and connection. Drawing from his book, "Mind Rules," he reveals why your mind prioritizes safety over meaningful engagement and offers practical ways to move from protection to purpose. Learn to recognize when fear masquerades as logic and discover how choosing curiosity over caution can unlock greater potential and deeper relationships in your work and personal life.   Episode Highlights:    ➔ (38:51) "Understanding Your Mind’s Protect...
2025-09-1919 minThe re.think Podcast
The re.think PodcastEpisode #9: Unlocking Relationship Intelligence at WorkIn Episode 9, "Relationship Intelligence: Turning Conflict into Connection," Dr. David Zierk introduces Relationship Intelligence (r.I.Q.), a powerful framework designed to transform workplace interactions and personal relationships. Learn how to recognize unmet needs beneath conflict and replace outdated relational instincts with mutuality, relatability, adaptability, and accountability. Discover practical strategies to foster deep connections, enhance communication, and cultivate an environment where teams thrive—not just comply. Join Dr. Zierk to rethink conflict and build meaningful, lasting relationships.   Episode Highlights:  ➔ (04:01) "Understanding the Rethink Moment" Exploring the deeper needs beneath conflicts and how relationship intelligence can ad...
2025-07-2428 minThe re.think Podcast
The re.think PodcastEpisode #8: The Power of Pause: Enhancing Team Dynamics with RETHINKDr. David Zierk introduces the powerful re.think framework, designed to transform how leaders and teams approach conflict and communication. By breaking down R.E.T.H.I.N.K., Dr. Zierk provides actionable insights for improving relationships and fostering authentic connections in any workplace scenario. Discover how adopting this mindset can enhance team cohesion, build trust, and drive meaningful growth and collaboration. Episode Highlights:  ➔ (38:21) "Introducing the re.think Moment": Understanding when and how to pause and shift from autopilot to intentional relational awareness. ➔ (39:48) "Why Conflict Isn’t the Problem": Reframing conflict as an oppo...
2025-05-2028 minThe re.think Podcast
The re.think PodcastEpisode #7: Seeing Clearly: Combating Deception, Distortion, and Delusion on Your TeamDr. David Zierk explores the hidden mental biases that disrupt clarity and connection in workplace relationships. Unpacking how deception, distortion, and delusion subtly impact team dynamics, Dr. Zierk provides actionable insights for recognizing and addressing these common psychological pitfalls. Leaders and teams will discover powerful strategies to overcome misunderstandings, enhance communication, and cultivate stronger, more authentic connections at work and beyond. Episode Highlights:  ➔ (14:00) "The Mind's Mental Tricksters": Dr. Zierk introduces deception, distortion, and delusion as hidden barriers to workplace clarity. ➔ (15:57) "Why Your Mind Prefers Simplicity": Exploring how the mind's need for certainty contributes to bi...
2025-05-1318 minThe re.think Podcast
The re.think PodcastEpisode #6: From Skeptic to Dreamer: Balancing Perspectives at WorkIn this episode, Dr. David Zierk delves into the hidden dynamics of mindsets that drive our immediate reactions and interactions. Exploring the continuum from cynicism to dreaming, Dr. Zierk helps leaders and teams identify their default mindsets and understand how these influence collaboration, innovation, and relational dynamics. Discover practical strategies for balancing healthy skepticism with visionary optimism to foster powerful  connections and effective leadership. Episode Highlights:  ➔ (40:20) "Introducing the Perception Spectrum": Discover the default mindsets that immediately shape your reactions in team scenarios. ➔ (42:58) "Understanding Cynicism": Exploring the protective yet limiting nature of a cynical mindse...
2025-05-0618 minThe re.think Podcast
The re.think PodcastEpisode #5: Empathy Unveiled: Avoiding the Dysempathy TrapIn this episode, Dr. David Zierk explores the profound impact that empathy—and its absence—has on leadership, teamwork, and personal relationships. Introducing the novel concept of "dysempathy," Dr. Zierk explains how missed empathetic opportunities can harm connections and how recognizing and addressing these moments can dramatically improve interactions. Discover where you fall on the empathy spectrum and learn practical strategies to move from disconnect to deep connection, strengthening your relational intelligence in the process. Episode Highlights: ➔  (02:13) "Defining Empathy and Introducing Dysempathy" Understanding empathy as real-time relational responsiveness and identifying its opposite, dysempathy. ➔ (04:36) "Empaths v...
2025-04-3020 minThe re.think Podcast
The re.think PodcastEpisode #4: 3 Essential Conflict SkillsIn this episode, Dr. David Zierk introduces a powerful concept that reveals why communication often fails and conflicts deepen, both at work and at home. Unpacking his "Broken X Syndrome," Dr. Zierk explains how strengthening the invisible axes of insight, empathy, skills, and willingness can transform conflict into meaningful connection. Leaders and teams gain actionable insights to repair misunderstandings, foster empathy, and communicate effectively, resulting in healthier, more resilient relationships. Episode Highlights:  ➔ (02:05) "Introducing the Broken X" Understanding the hidden reasons behind failed communication in teams and relationships. ➔ (04:22) "Insight: The Inner Look" Why self-awareness is cr...
2025-04-2221 minThe re.think Podcast
The re.think PodcastEpisode #3: The Power of UsDo you want to become skilled in relating to others and enhance your leadership style at work and home?  It’s about thinking with connection in mind, or “re.think.”   This powerful term means “relationship-enhanced thinking.”  While thinking is something we naturally do, re.thinking takes some tinkering. To re.think involves a sweeping awareness, unending curiosity, creative reflection, and plenty of practice…always keeping mutuality in mind, as it is the pinnacle of human development.  This is how you elevate your relationship intelligence to the next level. In this episode, we tackle the common issue of over-att...
2025-04-1415 minThe re.think Podcast
The re.think PodcastEpisode #2: The Origin of You: How Your Past Shapes Your ConnectionsIn this episode of the re.think podcast, Dr. David Zierk dives into the fascinating elements that shape who you are, how you interact with others, and how you see the world. Discover the four key components: the genetic gifts you inherit, your upbringing, and your relational history and the power of imagination, which together influence your personal identity and relationships. With practical insights and thoughtful reflection, Dr. Zierk invites listeners to understand their past, rethink their connections, and harness the limitless potential of imagination to create...
2025-04-0310 minThe re.think Podcast
The re.think PodcastEpisode #1: The Power of Rethinking: Transforming Conflict into ConnectionWelcome to re.think, the podcast where Dr. David Zierk, clinical psychologist, forensic expert, and author, invites you to pause, reflect, and explore new perspectives on leadership, connection, and personal growth.  Drawing on 25 years of transformational experiences, including a profound encounter with a young woman named Madison, Dr. Zierk introduces Relationship Intelligence, a groundbreaking approach to turning conflict into deep connection.  Each episode challenges conventional thinking, empowering listeners to engage authentically and skillfully with life's toughest moments. Join the journey and discover how rethinking with genuine connection in mind can make every interaction richer and ev...
2025-04-0313 min