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Passion Struck with John R. MilesJoseph Nguyen on Why You Must Fight for Your Inner Peace | EP 613In this powerful episode of Passion Struck, John R. Miles sits down with Joseph Nguyen, author of the international bestseller Don't Believe Everything You Think, to explore the hidden battle between your thoughts and your true self. Together, they unpack why inner peace isn’t something you stumble upon—it’s something you must consciously fight for.Click here for the full show notes: https://passionstruck.com/joseph-nguyen-on-you-must-fight-for-inner-peace/Joseph shares his personal story of chasing external success, hitting rock bottom, and discovering that true transformation begins by letting go of the thoughts that keep us stuck...2025-05-201h 05
Passion Struck with John R. MilesBiet Simkin on How to Awaken Your Soul When Life Breaks You | EP 611In this raw and revealing conversation, Biet Simkin opens up about losing her mother, her child, and her way—then finding herself through sobriety, spirituality, and sound. From rock-bottom addiction to becoming a globally respected meditation guide, Biet shows how even life's darkest moments can become portals to awakening.Click here for the full show notes: https://passionstruck.com/biet-simkin-how-to-wake-up-when-life-breaks-you/Join the Ignition Room!Join the new free Passion Struck Community to win Passion Struck merchandise! - The Ignition Room: https://station.page/passionstruckTogether, John and Biet explore:Why Bie...2025-05-151h 01
Passion Struck with John R. MilesDr. Zach Mercurio on How Leaders Can Help People Feel Seen | EP 610In this compelling conversation, John R. Miles is joined by Dr. Zach Mercurio, one of the world’s leading voices on purposeful leadership and the psychology of mattering. As the author of The Power of Mattering: How Leaders Can Cultivate a Culture of Significance (Harvard Business Review Press, 2025), Zach brings decades of research to a timely discussion on why people are craving something deeper at work—and how leaders can answer that call.Click here for the full show notes: https://passionstruck.com/zach-mercurio-how-leaders-help-people-feel-seen/Join the Ignition Room!Join the new free Passion Struc...2025-05-1359 min
Underdog Leadership PodcastThe ONE Thing All Leaders Must DoIn this solo episode, Jenny Mitchell takes listeners deep into one of the most critical skills every leader must master: the ability to prioritize with clarity and conviction. Drawing inspiration from Gary Keller’s book The One Thing, Jenny explores how simplification is not a sign of weakness, but a strategic power move. She shares personal stories — like the shift from pedaling faster to pedaling smarter — and explains how true leadership begins when we train our attention on high-value tasks, streamline operations, and boldly say no to what no longer serves our purpose. Jenny also breaks...2025-05-0823 min
Passion Struck with John R. MilesTiffany Moon on How to Write Yourself a Prescription for Joy | EP 608In this inspiring and refreshingly candid conversation, Dr. Tiffany Moon—a board-certified anesthesiologist, entrepreneur, and reality TV star—opens up about her journey from high-achieving perfectionist to someone learning to prioritize joy, authenticity, and self-compassion. She shares powerful stories from her new book Joy Prescriptions, revealing how chasing success left her burned out and disconnected, and what it took to rewrite her inner script.Together, we explore how societal expectations, burnout, and achievement culture can rob us of joy—and how to reclaim it through intention, play, and honest self-reflection.Click here for the full show n...2025-05-0854 minUnderdog Leadership PodcastGoodbye to Perfection, Hello Flourishing with Homaira KabirYou are going to LOVE Jenny’s conversation with Homaira. In her quiet, thoughtful way, Homaira will capture your attention and your imagination on this podcast! An author, a researcher, a former psychotherapist, a mother, a mental health advocate. Homaira brings a unique blend of expertise and empathy to her coaching practice focused on helping women thrive and flourish. Homaira isn't just an author; she's a guiding light in the realms of personal and leadership development for women. With a background in psychotherapy, she brings a unique blend of expertise and empathy to her coaching pr...2024-05-2338 min
Passion Struck with John R. MilesHomaira Kabir on How You Overcome the Tyranny of Perfection EP 455https://passionstruck.com/passion-struck-book/—Order a copy of my new book, "Passion Struck: Twelve Powerful Principles to Unlock Your Purpose and Ignite Your Most Intentional Life," today! The book was picked by the Next Big Idea Club as a must-read for 2024, the winner of the Business Business Minds Best Book 2024, Non-Fiction Book Awards Gold Medal, and Honorable Mention Eric Hoffer Grand Prize.In this episode of Passion Struck, host Jon R. Miles delves into authenticity, belonging, and mastery with renowned author, coach, and thought leader Homaira Kabir. Homaira shares insights from her transformative book, "Goodbye Perfect," focusing on...2024-05-1651 min
Live Fearlessly: Living toward greater health, wealth, and happinessGoodbye Perfect with Homaira KabirHomaira Kabir holds Master’s degrees in Coaching Psychology and in Positive Psychology—the science of human flourishing and wellbeing—from the University of East London and has over a decade of experience as a life coach. She is the founder and CEO of the Goodbye Perfect Project, which she launched with the mission to bring science-backed, soulful support to help people break free of unhelpful patterns and own their purpose, voice, and impact.She has been featured in Forbes, Happify, Thrive Global, and The Huffington Post, and more. She has presented at TEDx on the topic of Bel...2024-03-1828 min
Life Coaching with Christine HasslerCC: Goodbye Perfect with Homaira KabirIf you have a tendency to people please and struggle with perfectionism, don't miss this episode. Homaira Kabir is an expert in ending trying to be "perfect." She holds Master’s degrees in Coaching Psychology and in Positive Psychology—the science of human flourishing and wellbeing—and has over a decade of experience as a life coach. She is the founder and CEO of the Goodbye Perfect Project, which she launched with the mission to bring science-backed, soulful support to help people break free of unhelpful patterns and own their purpose, voice, and impact. She is the author of Goodbye Perfect: How...2024-03-0242 min
The Next Big Idea Daily"Goodbye, Perfect: How to Stop Pleasing, Proving, and Pushing for Others… and Live For Yourself" by Homaira KabirStop trying to be perfect. Try this instead.2024-02-0216 min
FOMO Sapiens with Patrick J. McGinnisHomaira Kabir on Beating Back Imposter SyndromeJoin us for an enlightening episode of FOMO Sapiens, as we sit down with Homaira Kabir, a respected psychologist and coach, to discuss her new book, "Goodbye Perfect: How To Stop Pleasing, Proving, and Pushing For Others... and Live For Yourself."Homaira Kabir shares her journey of self-discovery and offers practical insights to break free from the burden of people-pleasing and self-doubt. In this episode, she emphasizes the significance of finding our true selves and stepping away from external pressures.Through relatable stories and actionable advice, Homaira Kabir shows us how self-compassion, setting boundaries, and...2023-08-2437 min
The Good Life with Michele LamoureuxHow to Stop People Pleasing with Homaira Kabir, Author of Goodbye PerfectHow do you get reconnected with your authentic self? How do you hear your inner voice and follow your soul path to own your purpose and live for yourself. Homaira Kabir is on the show and we discuss her book, Goodbye, Perfect: How to Stop Pleasing, Proving, and Pushing for Others…and Live for Yourself. *This is a podcast interview and not intended to be mental health advice. Please consult with your trusted healthcare professional for anything dealing with your mental and physical health. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN Why we get disconnected from ourselves and h...2023-06-0744 min
My Marathon, My MountainEpisode 13. Honoring Ageing ParentsToday's topic will likely resonate with a lot of people who have ageing parents or in-laws, and who are struggling to be who they want to be as their adult children. If you’re feeling triggered, resentful, or angry, or experiencing the inner turmoil of not living in alignment with your values—unless you’ve justified why you’re right in doing so—this episode is for you! Homaira shares the importance of making people seen, the beauty of “5-minute favors”, and a science backed strategy to be guided by your intuition and by who you want to be...2023-05-1821 min
My Marathon, My MountainEpisode 12. Integrating purpose into your lifeToday's topic will is a very important one, because so many of us keeping waiting for the day we can finally live our lives. If you hear yourself saying I need to wait until the kids leave home, or I need more clarity on my purpose, or I can’t follow my passions because I need to pay the bills, then you’ll surely relate with this one. Homaira reads excerpts from the chapter on Purpose from her newly released book Goodbye, Perfect (published by Sourcebooks). She’ll share 10 common objections that people have when they un...2023-05-0410 min
My Marathon, My MountainEpisode 11. Uncovering your purposeToday's topic will likely resonate with many people, especially women. If you feel that something is missing from your life, that you’re living someone else’s life, or longing for more joy, ease and purpose in your day-to-day experience, then this episode is for you! Homaira reads excerpts from the chapter on Purpose from her newly released book Goodbye, Perfect (published by Sourcebooks). She’ll walk you through why we lose connection with ourselves, how to listen to the life that longs to live through you, and different ways you can uncover your most importa...2023-04-2025 min
Flourish FMEpisode #24: The implications of perfectionism and confidence on the good life, with Homaira KabirWhile our drive for excellence and perfectionism can help us to strive for great results and improvement, it can also come at a cost. On the show today, we welcome Homaira Kabir, life coach, speaker, and author of the new book Goodbye, Perfect. Homaira has a master's degree in coaching psychology, positive psychology, and the scientific study of human flourishing, and is also the founder and CEO of The Goodbye Perfect Project.
In our conversation with Homaira, we delve into her work, how she helps her clients, and some of the subject matter from her inspiring book. Ou...2023-04-1952 min
A Dad's Path# 75 - Goodbye Perfect: Boosting Confidence for Dads and Kids with Homaira KabirDiscover the secrets to nurturing confidence in both parents and children in this compelling episode of the Dad's Path podcast. Will engages in a heartfelt and informative conversation with renowned life coach Homaira Kabir, author of the new book Goodbye Perfect. Together, they discuss the importance of fostering a healthy sense of self-worth in kids while embracing the evolving role of dads in caregiving and breaking away from traditional gender roles. Don't miss this opportunity to learn how to raise confident, self-actualizing individuals and become the best dad you can be.2023-04-1335 min
The Adversity Advantage with Doug BopstHomaira Kabir On Transforming Negative Beliefs Into Positive Action & How To Build REAL Confidence That LastsToday's guest is Homaira Kabir. Homaira holds Master’s degrees in Coaching Psychology and in Positive Psychology—the science of human flourishing and wellbeing—from the University of East London and has over a decade of experience as a life coach. She is the founder and CEO of the Goodbye Perfect Project, which she launched with the mission to bring science-backed, soulful support to help people break free of unhelpful patterns and own their purpose, voice, and impact. In this episode, Homaira shares valuable insights on how to build real confidence that lasts, and how to recognize the signs of bei...2023-04-1058 min
My Marathon, My MountainEpisode 10. What do we do when we regret not being there for others?We’re a relational species. We find joy and fulfillment in being there for others. But we can also be judgmental, mean or weak when we could’ve been kinder or more helpful. We’re imperfect after all—and sometimes others don’t make it easy either for us to be who we want to be. And so, we will all carry regrets ion our relationships. In fact, if we don’t, we likely never engaged fully with the people in our lives. In this episode, I talk about: Why inte...2023-04-0623 min
Dear ShandyGoodbye Perfect: Overcoming Perfectionism With Homaira KabirToday's Hot Topic will likely resonate with many a Shandy. If you struggle with perfectionism, your inner critic, feeling the need to prove yourself, and/or analysis paralysis, this conversation is a must. We're joined by Homaira Kabir, author of ‘Goodbye Perfect: How To Stop Pleasing, Proving and Pushing For Others… and Live For Yourself’, whose career is built on the research of how you (yes, you!) can flourish. Today we cover everything from the difference between being a perfectionist and just having high standards, how to not grow resentful when others can't live up to your "perfect" ideals, whethe...2023-04-061h 12
My Marathon, My MountainEpisode 9. How do we work through regrets?Regret is a topic that’s showing up more and more in our conversations. Perhaps what we’ve lived through these past few years has reminded us not only of the shortness of life, but also that many (or most) of our pursuits haven’t even been aligned with what we want. And with that comes the regret of our unlived lives. In this episode, I divide the regret into 3 types, and offer a different way to work through each of them. Specific things I talk about: Regrets ab...2023-03-2312 minMy Marathon, My MountainEpisode 8. Does the pursuit of longevity promote ageism?Longevity vs ageism—are the two at war with each other? Or is there room for happy co-existence where we can live long with health and meaning? In this episode, I reflect on what the focus on longevity may be doing to our collective psyche and beliefs, and why it is important to be mindful in our pursuit for a longer life. Specific things I talk about: Longevity—a means or an end? Ageism, and its effects on healthy adult development Elderhood, and its rol...2023-03-0212 minMy Marathon, My MountainEpisode 7. What is your relationship with where you live?What role does our relationship with “place” play in our lives? Does it matter how much we feel part of the land, neighborhood or city we live in? In this episode, I talk about author Sharon Blackie’s reflections on “place”, with reference to my unhappy relationship with a certain place early in my life, and how it may contributed to the eating disorder that followed. Specific things I share: Why forming connection with a place can be difficult. Why we long for connection to ancestry ...2023-02-1613 minMy Marathon, My MountainThe 3rd leg of the “Goal Stool”We normally have an exciting vision when we set out to achieve our goals. We also have a detailed plan of action, including a plan B or C, so when obstacles happen, we know what to do. There’s one small problem: most of us don’t achieve our goals. Studies show what we already know—within a month or so, most goals and resolutions are a thing of the past. Despite a vision and a plan (and a month of trying), we end up feeling bad about ourselves. In this episode...2023-02-0213 minMy Marathon, My MountainSet yourself up for success in your goalsOften when we think of our goals, we think of we’ll do to achieve them. But successful goal achievement is so much more than that…especially for long term goals. In this episode, discover how to set yourself up for success in ways that energize you, instead of depleting you to the point that you give up on your goals. We’ll explore the three key relationships that are essential for success, and you’ll walk away with practical steps you can implement right away to re-fuel the goals and aspirations that may be losing their spark.2023-01-1915 minMy Marathon, My MountainHow do you want to experience your life?How do you want to experience your life? In the final episode for 2022, Homaira reflects on the experience of life, and what we can each do to live it fully. She shares what it means to live each day as your first and your last, and why it is important given life is challenging and uncertain. Listen for inspiration on who you want to be and how you want to show up going forward, because it’s something that’s likely already at the back of your mind at this time of the year! Co...2022-12-2107 minMy Marathon, My MountainWho are you being called to be?Who are you being called to be? This episode is about getting clear on a vision that feels real and precious to you, and on an identity that you need to embody in order to move toward it. Homaira shares 2 simple ways that you can put into practice right away – especially if you’re going through a transition at this time in your life. If you want to join Homaira's for the last webinar of 2022, please visit www.homairakabir.com/potential/ Connect with the show: Visit Homaira’s website: h...2022-12-0615 min
My Marathon, My MountainWhat “best” are you striving toward?What “best” are you striving toward? In this episode, we’ll explore the concept of a good life, and whether our ideals are true to who we are, and even possible for the lives we live as women. Could they be the source of our stress and unhappiness? And can we set ideals that actually lift us up and make us feel good about ourselves? Connect with the show: Subscribe on ApplePodcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-is-a-highway/id1646627805?i=1000580500925 Follow Homaira on Facebook: https://www.facebook...2022-11-2815 minMy Marathon, My MountainWhat's in a name?What’s in a name? What do we want it to convey to others? How do we want it to impact us? On this very first episode of Life is a Highway, Homaira shares how the name of her podcast came about, and the one message that can help us stay guided on life’s highway. Connect with the show: Subscribe on ApplePodcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-is-a-highway/id1646627805?i=1000580500925 Follow Homaira on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HomairaKabirOfficial Follow Homaira on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homa...2022-09-2605 minMy Marathon, My MountainLife is a Highway with Homaira KabirTrailer to the new podcast with Homaira Kabir. What does it mean to live a good life? What lifts us up, what brings us joy and meaning, and what brings us suffering? What are some of the goals we pursue, the questions we grapple with, the regrets we have, the ideals we value? Go behind the scenes with Homaira Kabir, coach, author, researcher and founder of the Goodbye Perfect Project that offers a whole new spin on self-improvement. In each episode, she shares everyday experiences and questions—ones we all relate with but don’t often...2022-09-2401 min
You Are HumanTrust Your CapabilitiesThis Episode is a Heart to Heart chat with a women's wellbeing and leadership development coach, whose work is based on the science of positive psychology and coaching psychology. My Guest, Homaira Kabir explains how trusting our capabilities is the most important factor to grow in all aspects. She effortlessly reiterates that we cannot have one definition for all, we individually define ourselves. Let me know what do you think of this episode.
More about Homaira Kabir: She is a TedX Speaker. Her work is a dynamic blend of head and heart. She writes for a variety of...2021-02-0124 min
In the BalanceThe Journey to Self-Worth and a Meaningful Life with Homaira Kabir“Knowing the answers and living the answers are two entirely different things.” Coach, mentor, researcher, and writer Homaira Kabir is dedicated to getting people, particularly women, to question whether they are living their “ideal” life. In this episode, she and Susan have an in-depth discussion about self-worth and how it manifests into different types of confidence, Homaira’s own journey to become a student of humanistic psychology and a coach, and how we can own our feminine qualities and share these qualities with the world.2020-12-1532 min
Positively Charged BizHomaira Kabir :Episode 8Homaira Kabir is a Positive Psychologist that shares her insights on how we can get through these challenging time in the world. Listen in to hear how to process all of the changes that are occurring and be able to thrive beyond the crisis. Homaira has created a special page just for you at no cost! https://www.homairakabir.com/resilience By signing up, you'll get 10 resilience building practices every day in your email box, starting Friday. You'll also be able to participate in upcoming Zoom virtual gatherings, where Homaira will help women stay strong and grow through these...2020-03-1950 min
thisinsecurelife37- Whoa OverwhelmedIn episode thirty-seven of This Insecure Life, Kathleen discusses the feeling of being overwhelmed by life! This is how it shows in her body, things that work for her to level out and letting you know it happens to us all.
Some good resources that may help create your plan:
Inc.com, Billy Murphy, https://www.inc.com/bill-murphy-jr/17-things-to-do-when-youre-feeling-totally-overwhelmed.html
Forbes, Sara Young Wang, https://www.forbes.com/sites/sarayoungwang/2018/07/19/what-to-do-when-you-feel-overwhelmed/
Lifehack, Braden Thompson, https://www.lifehack.org/articles/productivity/8-things-remember-when-you-are-overwhelmed.html
Happify, Homaira Kabir, www.happify.com/hd/what-to-do-when-life-is-overwhelming/
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Line Dance PodcastTwelve Ways To Find And Experience More Awe In Your Everyday Life (Move Radio 021)Megan and I discuss the following articles' relevance and connection to line dance: What is Awe? A Definition And 3 Ways To Live An ‘Awesome’ Life by Birgit Ohlin - https://positivepsychologyprogram.com/what-is-awe-definition/ + 6 Ways to Find Awe in Your Everyday Life by Amie M. Gordon, Ph.D. - https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/between-you-and-me/201509/6-ways-find-awe-in-your-everyday-life + 3 Ways to Experience More Awe in Your Life by by Homaira Kabir - https://my.happify.com/hd/3-ways-to-experience-more-awe/ + Awe, Happiness, and the Solar Eclipse by Ryan M. Niemiec Psy.D. - https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/what-matters-most/201708/awe-happiness-and-the-solar-eclipseThis episode was originally broadcast live on Move...2017-08-241h 42