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Best of OurselvesBOO481 – Outgrowing Who I Thought I Had To Be I recently came across a photo of myself as a Brownie—standing straight in my uniform, with this tight little smile on my face. I wasn’t carefree or joyful. I was trying hard to get it right. Even back then, I had already learned how to shape myself to be acceptable—to be “good.”Good as in quiet, helpful, not too much. I became a chameleon, tuning into what others needed and editing myself to fit the part. And for a long time, that worked. Until it didn’t. In this episode, I reflect on h...2025-07-2205 min

Best of OurselvesBOO480 – Encore – Facing Hatred It is important to find a way to take a stand for love and at the same time face our own shadows. Resources Understanding Our Shadow Implicit Association Test – About Implicit Association Test – Take the Test The post BOO480 – Encore – Facing Hatred appeared first on Marcia Hyatt. 2025-07-2105 min

Best of OurselvesBOO479 – Encore – Advice on Advice “What I think you should do is…” These words are often intended to be helpful but may miss the mark. Resources Moving from Judging to Encouraging Listening Between the Words The post BOO479 – Encore – Advice on Advice appeared first on Marcia Hyatt. 2025-07-0805 min

Best of OurselvesBOO478 – Silence: A Refuge or Hiding Place? Silence can be a refuge—or a hiding place.In this episode, we explore the ways silence shapes our inner and outer lives: when it helps us respond with clarity, and when it becomes a way to withhold our truth. What happens when we stay silent to stay safe? And what’s the cost of leaving our voice unheard? With reflections and a powerful quote from Audre Lorde’s daughter, this show invites us to listen deeply—to ourselves and to the world—and speak what’s waiting to be heard. Resources Words Matter Using...2025-07-0105 min

Best of OurselvesBOO477 – Words Matter In this episode, the show takes a hard look at the power of words—how they shape our relationships, our communities, and the world we co-create. We challenge the old saying “sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me,” because we know that words do hurt—and they can also heal. From middle school memories to the courage of John Lewis, we explore how easy it is to mirror hate and how radical it is to respond from love. The episode invites reflection on how we use our words—especially when tensions rise—and w...2025-07-0104 min

Best of OurselvesBOO476 – Encore – It’s Hard to Hate Up Close When we know someone’s story, it is hard to make them an “other”. We can get past the labels and see the humanity in those who have different life experiences. Resources Friends with Those People A variety of podcasts on community The post BOO476 – Encore – It’s Hard to Hate Up Close appeared first on Marcia Hyatt. 2025-06-1705 min

Best of OurselvesBOO475 – Encore – Living with Meaning and Intention: The Power of Engaged Presence This series explores tapping our full potential and living true to ourselves using the EnneaCrossings™ lens. This episode, the fifth in the series, explores the fourth portal or doorway to living a life true to oneself. Engaged Presence explores how to respond and participate in life from a place of wholeness, interconnectedness, and attunement to what is needed. Resources Deep Living Lab’s EnneaCrossings™ Episode One of this EnneaCrossings™ Series: Expanding Your Capacity to Live Fully Episode Two of this EnneaCrossings™ Series: True Self, True Life: The Path to Inner Freedom Episo...2025-06-1005 min

Best of OurselvesBOO474 – Encore – Trusting the Heart: Essential Connectedness (EnneaCrossings™ Part 4 ) This series explores tapping our full potential and living true to ourselves. This episode, the fourth in the series, explores the third portal or doorway to living a life true to oneself. Essential Connectedness explores levels of consciousness and the mystery of the heart. Resources Deep Living Lab’s EnneaCrossings™ Episode One of this EnneaCrossings™ Series: Expanding Your Capacity to Live Fully Episode Two of this EnneaCrossings™ Series: True Self, True Life: The Path to Inner Freedom Episode Three of this EnneaCrossings™ Series: Essential Trust: Embracing the Mystery of Life ...2025-06-0505 min

Best of OurselvesBOO473 – Encore – Sacred Trust This series explores how to tap our full potential and live a life true to ourselves? This episode, the third in the series, explores the second portal or doorway to living a life true to oneself. Essential Connectedness explores levels of consciousness and the mystery of the heart. Resources Deep Living Lab’s EnneaCrossings™ Episode One of this EnneaCrossings™ Series: Expanding Your Capacity to Live Fully The post BOO473 – Encore – Sacred Trust appeared first on Marcia Hyatt. 2025-05-2805 min

Best of OurselvesBOO472 – Encore – The Path to Inner Freedom This series explores how to tap our full potential. This episode, the second in the series, explores the first doorway to living a life true to oneself: Essential Holding, the internally sourced experience of belonging, love, security, and guidance. Through awareness and practice, we can pause, notice our reactions, and access deeper wisdom, allowing us to remain authentic and grounded even in challenging situations. By unlearning limiting beliefs and softening the grip of societal expectations, we cultivate the courage to trust ourselves and live in alignment with our true nature. Resources Deep Living Lab’s En...2025-05-2805 min

Best of OurselvesBOO471 – Encore – Expanding Our Capacity to Live FullyWhat supports us in accessing our true nature? What practices help us deal with whatever shows up with a grounded presence? This is the first in a series that explores a framework that supports this way of being in the world. This episode explores what happens when we open up the infinite realm. Resources EnneaCrossings […] The post BOO471 – Encore – Expanding Our Capacity to Live Fully appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2025-05-2805 min

Best of OurselvesBOO470 – Encore – IntentionalityWe have a lot more choice than we remember. It is so easy to spend the day being reactive. And if we pause, and reflect on what we would like to create, we can focus our energy on what matters most. This show explores a few tips for living more intentionally. Resources Lessons from John […] The post BOO470 – Encore – Intentionality appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2025-05-0605 min

Best of OurselvesBOO469 – Encore – There is No Place Like HomeThere is no place like home. In this episode, we explore how to create more hospitality in the world. Starting with being at home with ourselves. Resources The Pyschology of Home A Force for Kindness Dealing with the Inner Critic Stop Feeding Your Inner Critic The post BOO469 – Encore – There is No Place Like Home appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2025-05-0605 min

Best of OurselvesBOO468 – Encore – NoticingWhat are you noticing? Learning how to be present, to notice what is here, mindfulness — it can change your life. Many sources find it a key to resilience, creativity, health, and happiness. Resources Dr. Ellen Langer Talk Headspace Dr. Susan David Interview on the Daily Good The post BOO468 – Encore – Noticing appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2025-04-2205 min

Best of OurselvesBOO467 – Encore – Being On PurposeKnowing our purpose makes us less vulnerable to reactivity and it has amazing health benefits. Taking the time to figure out your “why” is well worth the time. Resources The Ladder Out of Mindtraps – Podcast Unlocking Leadership Mindtraps Power of Purpose – TEDx talk by Richard Leider The post BOO467 – Encore – Being On Purpose appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2025-04-2205 min

Best of OurselvesBOO466 – Encore – Listening to the Inner VoiceSome lessons I need to learn over and over again. One persistent struggle is learning to listen to my intuition. Most of the time the consequences of ignoring are small, sometimes they are not. Resources Old Patterns Identifying the Inner Critic The post BOO466 – Encore – Listening to the Inner Voice appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2025-04-0805 min

Best of OurselvesBOO465 – Encore – WorryingWorrying can fill up a day. It has it’s uses but mostly it keeps us from enjoying life. Here are a few tips for freeing ourselves from our worrying mind. Resources Stop Imagining the Worst blog Reducing Worry Blog The post BOO465 – Encore – Worrying appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2025-04-0205 min

Best of OurselvesBOO464 – Encore – Emotions Affect PerceptionWe think we experience “reality”. However, what we perceive is greatly filtered. One filter, that is helpful to understand, is how our mood impacts our perception. Resources Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett TEDx talk Emotions Drive Decisions – Psychology Today An Interview with Jennifer Garvey Berger on Mindtraps The post BOO464 – Encore – Emotions Affect Perception appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2025-03-2505 min

Best of OurselvesBOO463 – Encore – You are NOT Your PersonalityWe have so much more capacity than we know. One key is to understand we are not our personality. In this episode, Roxanne Howe-Murphy talks about what is our personality. Resources Deep Living Lab Exploring a Transformative Lens Living Deeply with Roxanne Howe-Murphy The post BOO463 – Encore – You are NOT Your Personality appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2025-03-1805 min

Best of OurselvesBOO462 – Encore – Grounded PresenceIt’s human to want to be in control, seek approval or try to look good. We can get beyond these ego needs access a more grounded presence. From this place we are more able to discern right action. Resources What Is OK To Be Podcast Finding Awe Working With Our Own Compost The post BOO462 – Encore – Grounded Presence appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2025-03-1105 min

Best of OurselvesBOO461- – Encore – Working HopeAre you hopeful? How do we re-frame hope to support us using our energy towards what matters most. Resources Active Hope Video on THE GREAT TURNING Video on the importance of honoring PAIN The Work That Reconnects Personal Guidelines The post BOO461- – Encore – Working Hope appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2025-03-1105 min

Best of OurselvesBOO460 – Encore – CertaintySometimes, our certainty can cloud our perception of reality, making it difficult to see things as they truly are. When we’re convinced that something is a certain way, we often overlook or dismiss evidence that contradicts our beliefs. This show explores the fascinating ways in which our minds can deceive us. Resources The Divided Brain […] The post BOO460 – Encore – Certainty appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2025-02-2505 min

Best of OurselvesBOO459 – Encore – Disengaging From the Inner CriticIdentifying the inner critic is present helps. Learning how to change our relationship with it, is critical for our growth and well-being. Thanks to Roxanne Howe Murphy for allowing me to replay portions of our 2017 interview. Resources Roxanne Howe Murphy and Deep Living Lab What is the Inner Critic? Podcast Identifying the Inner Critic Podcast The post BOO459 – Encore – Disengaging From the Inner Critic appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2025-02-1805 min

Best of OurselvesBOO458 – Encore – Identifying the Inner CriticHow do I know it’s the inner critic and not my conscience? In this episode, Roxanne Howe Murphy, talks about how to identify when the inner critic is present. Resources Roxanne Howe Murphy Enoughness Podcast Underneath Personality The post BOO458 – Encore – Identifying the Inner Critic appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2025-02-1105 min

Best of OurselvesBOO457 – Encore – What is the Inner Critic?One thing we can do to improve the quality of our lives is to change our relationship with the inner critic. In this episode, with the help of Roxanne Howe Murphy, we explore what is the inner critic? Resources Deeplivinglab.org Underneath the Personality Enoughness Podcast The post BOO457 – Encore – What is the Inner Critic? appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2025-02-0405 min

Best of OurselvesBOO456 – Living with Meaning and Intention: The Power of Engaged Presence (EnneaCrossings™ Part 5)This series explores tapping our full potential and living true to ourselves using the EnneaCrossings™ lens. This episode, the fifth in the series, explores the fourth portal or doorway to living a life true to oneself. Engaged Presence explores how to respond and participate in life from a place of wholeness, interconnectedness, and attunement to […] The post BOO456 – Living with Meaning and Intention: The Power of Engaged Presence (EnneaCrossings™ Part 5) appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2025-01-2805 min

Best of OurselvesBOO455 – Trusting the Heart: Essential Connectedness (EnneaCrossings™ Part 4)This series explores tapping our full potential and living true to ourselves using the EnneaCrossings™ lens. This episode, the fourth in the series, explores the third portal or doorway to living a life true to oneself. Essential Connectedness explores levels of consciousness and the mystery of the heart. Resources Deep Living Lab’s EnneaCrossings™ Episode One […] The post BOO455 – Trusting the Heart: Essential Connectedness (EnneaCrossings™ Part 4) appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2025-01-2105 min

Best of OurselvesBOO454 – Essential Trust: Embracing the Mystery of Life (EnneaCrossings™ Part 3)This series explores tapping our full potential and living true to ourselves. This episode, the third in the series, explores the second portal or doorway to living a life true to oneself. Essential Trust explores living with a grounded presence in continuous change. Resources Deep Living Lab’s EnneaCrossings™ Episode One of this EnneaCrossings™ Series: Expanding […] The post BOO454 – Essential Trust: Embracing the Mystery of Life (EnneaCrossings™ Part 3) appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2025-01-1505 min

Best of OurselvesBOO453 – True Self, True Life: The Path to Inner Freedom (EnneaCrossings™ Part 2)This series explores how to tap our full potential. This episode, the second in the series, explores the first doorway to living a life true to oneself. Essential Holding is the internally sourced experience of belonging, love, security, and guidance. Through awareness and practice, we can pause, notice our reactions, and access deeper wisdom, allowing […] The post BOO453 – True Self, True Life: The Path to Inner Freedom (EnneaCrossings™ Part 2) appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2025-01-0705 min

Best of OurselvesBOO452 – Expanding Our Capacity to Live Fully (EnneaCrossings™ Part 1)What supports us in accessing our true nature? What practices help us deal with whatever shows up with a grounded presence? This is the first in a series that explores a framework that supports this way of being in the world. This episode explores what happens when we open up the infinite realm. Resources Definition […] The post BOO452 – Expanding Our Capacity to Live Fully (EnneaCrossings™ Part 1) appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2024-12-3105 min

Best of OurselvesBOO450 – Encore – Holiday Stress ResilienceMany of us experience stress during the holidays. This special episode explores what helps us be resilient when stress arises. Resources: University of Minnesota Center for Spirituality and Healing on Stress Busy without Stress Podcast Work Your Mindfulness Podcast Accepting What Shows Up Podcast The post BOO450 – Encore – Holiday Stress Resilience appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2024-12-1709 min

Best of OurselvesBOO449 – Encore – Sometimes You Just Need to LaughInstead of intensely reflecting on changing, I told a few funny stories. Laughter helps us navigate challenging times. Resources Stress Relief From Laughter: No Joke, Mayo Clinic The post BOO449 – Encore – Sometimes You Just Need to Laugh appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2024-12-1005 min

Best of OurselvesBOO448 – Encore – Gratitude is a ChoiceGratitude is a choice despite what is happening around us. It is correlated with resilience, happiness and health. Gratitude is always an option. Resources More about the Haudenosaunee Research on Gratitude The post BOO448 – Encore – Gratitude is a Choice appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2024-12-0305 min

Best of OurselvesBOO447 – Encore – Centering v ReactingChoosing our response versus reacting. What practices invite you to be fully present and grounded? Resources Wendy Palmer, Leadership Embodiment The post BOO447 – Encore – Centering v Reacting appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2024-11-2605 min

Best of OurselvesBOO446 – Encore – Living in UncertaintyWe are living in unpredictable times. It is a mistake to think tomorrow will be like today. The book Simple Habits for Complex Times has several very practical tips. Resources Jennifer Garvey Berger Just Ask – Podcast Hope Helps – Podcast The post BOO446 – Encore – Living in Uncertainty appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2024-11-2605 min

Best of OurselvesBOO445 – Encore – Follow the LightWhat do you pay attention to? Where we focus makes a big difference in what we create in our days. This myth, orginally published in What Have I Mythed? reminds us to focus on the light. Resources Mything– How to order the book and listen to other myths Intentionality podcast Becoming What We Might Have […] The post BOO445 – Encore – Follow the Light appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2024-11-1205 min

Best of OurselvesBOO444 – Encore – Using My VoiceI notice how I stay comfortable and how that can keep me stuck. In this case, I noticed how I wouldn’t speak up, especially if I faced disagreement. Where was my voice? I didn’t have time to share this quote on my 5 minute show, but I love it so I am sharing it […] The post BOO444 – Encore – Using My Voice appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2024-11-0505 min

Best of OurselvesBOO443 – Encore – Healing the DivideHow do we flatten the curve of hate (paraphrasing Rev. Rosemary Klass). A foundational study of boys in the 1950s provides some ideas of how we can find our way back together. Resources Study of 11 year old boys in the 1950s Arlie Hochschild’s study of the divide Adam Kahane’s work on Power and Love The post BOO443 – Encore – Healing the Divide appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2024-10-2905 min

Best of OurselvesBOO442 – Acceptance – EncoreThe paradox of sustainable change is learning to truly accept the parts of ourselves we want to “fix”. Resources Reacting Podcast Christopher Germer The post BOO442 – Acceptance – Encore appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2024-10-2205 min

Best of OurselvesBOO441 – Encore – Rethinking LeadershipMany think that leadership is the charismatic one; the one who has the answers. The irony is the hero leaders are not the ones who get great results. Resources Level 5 Leadership by Jim Collins Leading From Within by Parker Palmer Paradox of the Learning Organization The post BOO441 – Encore – Rethinking Leadership appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2024-10-1505 min

Best of OurselvesBOO440 – Encore – Kindness in ActionWhen times are stressful, emotions run high. In this episode, hear an inspiring example of using kindness and love to counter agression. Resources Terry Dobson Aikdo Story Taking a Stand for Kindness – Podcast The post BOO440 – Encore – Kindness in Action appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2024-10-0805 min

Best of OurselvesBOO439 – Encore – Friends with “Those People”They were our neighbors. They helped us. We helped them. We shared meals. And we were opposite sides of the political divide. How do we learn to respect the humanity of those who see the world differently than we do? Resources Encounter with Others One Small Step The post BOO439 – Encore – Friends with “Those People” appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2024-10-0105 min

Best of OurselvesBOO438 – Encore- Restoring Our EnergyWe need to play hard in order to work hard. The quality of our restoration makes a huge difference in our productivity and health. Resources Resilience is About How You Recharge, Harvard Business Review Laughter is the Best Medicine The Importance of Play for Adults Finding Happiness The post BOO438 – Encore- Restoring Our Energy appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2024-09-2405 min

Best of OurselvesBOO437 – Encore – Listening to the Inner VoiceSome lessons I need to learn over and over again. One persistent struggle is learning to listen to my intuition. Most of the time the consequences of ignoring are small, sometimes they are not. Resources Old Patterns Identifying the Inner Critic The post BOO437 – Encore – Listening to the Inner Voice appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2024-09-2005 min

Best of OurselvesBOO436 – ComparisonIt’s a subtle form of the inner critic, so subtle, you might miss it. Comparison to others does not support you become your own, unique best self. Being inspired is great, thinking you don’t measure up, not so much. Resources Disengaging the Inner Critic Identifying the Inner Critic The post BOO436 – Comparison appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2024-09-1005 min

Best of OurselvesBOO435 – Encore- A Reflection on Gratitude and AweThanks to Michele Simon for sharing her reflections on her gratitude practice and on how awe is different. Resources Simple Abundance Remembering Gratitude Gratitude is a Choice Finding Awe The post BOO435 – Encore- A Reflection on Gratitude and Awe appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2024-09-0305 min

Best of OurselvesBOO434 – CertaintySometimes, our certainty can cloud our perception of reality, making it difficult to see things as they truly are. When we’re convinced that something is a certain way, we often overlook or dismiss evidence that contradicts our beliefs. This show explores the fascinating ways in which our minds can deceive us. Resources The Divided Brain […] The post BOO434 – Certainty appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2024-08-2705 min

Best of OurselvesBOO433 – Encore – Building Relationships One Conversation at a TimeIf we can practice opening ourselves to each other, we might learn how to build relationships one conversation at a time. Resources 7 Tips for Difficult Conversations Difficult Conversations Book Summary The post BOO433 – Encore – Building Relationships One Conversation at a Time appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2024-08-2005 min

Best of OurselvesBOO432 – Encore – Creating Stories of KindnessWe become the stories we tell ourselves. Celebrating kindness to create a community of care. Resources Kindness as a Strategy Taking a Stand for Kindness The post BOO432 – Encore – Creating Stories of Kindness appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2024-08-1305 min

Best of OurselvesBOO431 – ENCORE – Underneath the PersonalityIf we pay attention, we will notice there are patterns in our behavior. It is easier to notice these patterns in others. And we if learn how to pause a bit, we will see we have many more choices than we knew. In this interview, Roxanne Howe-Murphy shares how to tell if you are operating […] The post BOO431 – ENCORE – Underneath the Personality appeared first on Marcia Hyatt.2024-08-0605 min

The Mindfulness Monday PodcastAuthentic Leadership: The Role of Mindfulness in Professional Growth with Marcia HyattOn this week's Mindfulness Monday podcast I'm thrilled to sit down with Marcia Hyatt, an expert in leadership development and the voice behind the "Best of Ourselves" podcast. Together, we navigate the compelling intersection of mindfulness and leadership, unraveling how self-awareness and presence are not just buzzwords but essential tools for any effective leader. Listen in as Marcia shares her transition from leading teams to coaching executives, offering invaluable insights into how embracing our authentic selves can enhance our capacity to lead and inspire.We unpack the idea that by cultivating patience and self-compassion, leaders can transform...2024-05-2030 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO328 - One Small StepOne Small Step is a iniative by StoryCorps. The intention of this program is to strengthen communities, one conversation at a time. In this episode, Marcia shares reflection on her time with another community member with different political leanings. Resources One Small Step at WTIP One Small Step Initiative Turning Off Our Alarm Systems Podcast Encounter with Others Podcast 2022-07-1205 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO325 - Am I Defensive?When I am defensive, my whole body is on alert? How do I increase my ability to hear feedback or different opinions with openness and curiosity. Resources Building Capacity for Uncomfortable Conversations Podcast Harriet Lerner Interview with Brene Brown Part 1 Harriet Lerner Interview with Brene Brown Part 2 2022-06-2105 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO323 - Building Capacity for Uncomfortable ConversationsConversations about race and other uncomfortable subjects require us to do our own work, to build capacity in ourselves to listen to learn. Resources The Mindtrap of Rightness Podcast Resmaa Menakem Interview 2022-06-0605 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO321- What is OK to be?We learn early in life what is OK to be and what is not Ok to be. It frames our choices and limits us from accepting the whole of ourselves. Resources Old Patterns Podcast Cleaning Out Our Thinking 2022-05-2205 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO319 - What Do You Really Want?Stumped by the question, "What do you really, really, really want? No really!" Resources Myth - Monkey Movement Becoming What We Might Have Been Podcast What Are You For? Podcast 2022-05-0905 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO318 - Don't Take It PersonallyIt is so easy to take other's reaction to us as being a reflection of us. In reality, it is more a reflection of them. Learning to not take things personally is quite freeing! Resources The Mindtrap of Simple Stories Lessons in Projection 2022-05-0305 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO317- Caring For Our Shared ResourcesIt's inspiring to witness small groups of people using their energy to make a positive difference in the world. Resources Changing the World Three Feet at a Time Loving Our Community Finding Community 2022-04-2605 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO304 - Separate or ConnectedI am working on my intention to "trust the unfolding". It was amusing to find a myth I had written years ago, reflecting the same question. Resources Between Trust and Effort Podcast Imprisoned by Our Story Podcast 2022-01-2405 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO303 - Between Trust and EffortToo often, we push to make things happen. Sometimes, it will serve us to watch what is unfolding. The wisdom is in diserning what is called for. Resources Compose with the Unfolding Podcast Intentionality Podcast 2022-01-1905 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO299 - Disengaging from the Inner CriticIdentifying the inner critic is present helps. Learning how to change our relationship with it, is critical for our growth and well-being. Thanks to Roxanne Howe Murphy for allowing me to replay portions of our 2017 interview. Resources Roxanne Howe Murphy and Deep Living Lab What is the Inner Critic? Podcast Identifying the Inner Critic Podcast 2021-12-1305 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO298 - Identifying the Inner CriticHow do I know it's the inner critic and not my conscience? In this episode, Roxanne Howe Murphy, talks about how to identify when the inner critic is present. Resources Roxanne Howe Murphy Enoughness Podcast 2021-12-0605 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO297 - What is the Inner CriticOne thing we can do to improve the quality of our lives is to change our relationship with the inner critic. In this episode, with the help of Roxanne Howe Murphy, we explore what is the inner critic? Resources Roxanne Howe Murphy Enoughness Podcast 2021-11-2305 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO296 - Healing the DivideHow do we flatten the curve of hate (paraphrasing Rev. Rosemary Klass). A foundational study of boys in the 1050s provides some ideas of how we can find our way back together. Resources Study of 11 year old boys in the 1950s Arlie Hochschild's study of the divide Adam Kahane's work on Power and Love 2021-11-1905 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO288 - What Are You For?Shifting her focus from fighting hate to focus on leading a movement called Revolutionary Love, Valarie Kaur is an inspiration. Resources Valarie Kaur's movement Interview with Kaur on The Good Life Project 2021-09-2905 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO287 - Tuning In vs. Changing the ChannelI was wrong, I didn't know any better. My coaching on how to change the channel on our feelings was wrong. Resources Centering v Reacting Acceptance Dr Susan David TED Talk 2021-09-2105 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO286 - Advice on Advice"What I think you should do is..." These words are often intended to be helpful but may miss the mark. Resources Moving from Judging to Encouraging Listening Between the Words 2021-09-2105 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO285 - Opening up to FeedbackIt is hard to stay open and curious when someone give us feedback. Especially when the feedback doesn't match our self-image. It is an important skill to receive and learn from feedback. Resources Listening Between Words What Are You Referring To?2021-08-3105 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO284 - Compose with the UnfoldingWorking with the intention, compose with the unfolding, has supported me in being more present with what is emerging (even the not so fun stuff). Getting Perspective Acceptance Deep Living Lab (my "Hell yes" endeavor)2021-08-2505 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO283 - Fierce Self-CompassionSelf compassion is a powerful form of self-care. It enhances our ability to be resilient and learn. Kristin Neff has expanded the definition of self compassion to include both nurturing and fierce self compassion. Resources Kristin Neff's website with resources and information 2021-08-2105 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO283 - Lessons from Losing Our DogIt has been a tough time. We have been dealing with illness, death and uncertainty. With all of the heartache, there have been some valuable lessons. Resources Laughter Podcast Acceptance Podcast 2021-08-0105 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO281 - Moving From Judging to EncouragingIt is so easy to spend time judging ourselves or others. Often it is a waste of energy. How do we convert our tendency to judge to create a tendency to encourage? Resources Listening Between the Words Acceptance 2021-06-0905 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO279 - Choosing to Be FreeWe are not truly free when we are trapped by hatred and prejudice. What supports us being more free of reactions, blaming and instead choose our responses. Resources Dr Edith Eger Interview with Brene Brown Be Impeccable With Your Words 2021-06-0905 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO277 - Three Feet to Change the WorldHow do we focus our attention to positively impact the three feet around us? Resources Loving Our Community Change is Always Possible 2021-06-0805 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO275 - Centering v ReactingChoosing our response versus reacting. What practices invite you to be fully present and grounded? Resources Wendy Palmer, Leadership Embodiment 2021-06-0805 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO274 - Loving Our CommunityHow do we strengthened our ability to love our neighbors? A few inspiring stories and lesson. Resources Fearless Dialogues, Dr Ellis Antoinette Tuff 2021-06-0805 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO274 - Fumbling ForwardConversations about politics, race, the environment or other heated topics are hard to have. How do we create an agreement that allows us to fumble with our words and stay engaged? In this episode, we look at Donna Mejia's framework called Fumble Forward (Mejia is pronounced Meh-hEE-yah, my apologies that I mispronounced her name through this episode). Resources Donna Mejia's Website Watch for Mejia's essay in the forthcoming book, Picture a Professor to be published by West Virginia University Press late summer 2021 2021-04-1305 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO273 - Owning Our StoryTo become fully free, we need to learn how to own the whole of our story with compassion. We need to integrate all of our experience, even the cringe-worthy stuff. Resources Acceptance Podcast Imprisoned by Our Story Podcast Change is Always Possible 2021-04-0805 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO269 - Stop Hiding to HealWe need to heal to create joy in our lives. We need to heal to make social justice possible. But first, we need to stop hiding... Resources Change is Always Possible Podcast Sounds True Interview with Rachel Ricketts Turning Off Our Alarm Systems Podcast 2021-03-1205 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO268 - Puzzling TimesAnne Swallow Gillis is a recently retired Protestant Pastor, aspiring writer and jigsaw puzzle fan. In this edition of Best of Ourselves, she shares her reflections on these puzzling times. Resources Easy Questions for Complex Times Podcast Getting Perspective Podcast Acceptance Podcast 2021-03-0605 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO266 - WomenIs there still an issue with women's voices? Sure. But the trick is to notice when it's happening. Resources Whe We Aren't Making More Progress Towards Gender Equity We Won't Reach Gender Equity Until the 22nd Century 2021-02-2605 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO265 - ThrivingWe can support our thriving by avoiding negativity and managing our energy. We all need a bit more TLC right now. Resources How to Thrive When Everything Feels Terrible 2021-02-1205 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO264 - EnoughnessIt is radical to imagine we don't have to fix, acquire or change ourselves to access what Sonya Renee Taylor calls our innate enoughness. Resources Brene Brown Interview with Sonya Renee Taylor Sonya Renee Taylor 2021-02-1205 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO263 - Sometimes You Just Need A LaughInstead of the intense reflection on changing, I told a few funny stories. Laughter helps us navigate challening times. Resources Stress Relief From Laughter: No Joke, Mayo Clinic 2021-02-0205 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO262 - Imprisoned in Our StoryWe breath in a worldview from our culture and families. But, unless examined, it is just the way things are. Resources Brené Brown with Sonya Renee Taylor on "The Body is Not an Apology" Exploring Race Suffocating 2021-02-0205 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO261 - Facts and Faith“You must never confuse faith that you will prevail in the end —which you can never afford to lose —with the discipline to confront the most brutal facts of your current reality, whatever they might be.” Admiral James Stockdale In this episode we explore what it means to hold both a clear-eyed view of what is happening and faith that some form of what you are committed to will prevail. Resources The Stockdale Paradox described by Jim Collins Conversation with researchers and authors Jim Collins and Brenè Brown 2021-01-0305 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO259 - Rethinking RitualsRituals provide comfort, especially in stressful times. The pandemic is providing us with an opportunity to think through what is a "should do" and what rituals have meaning. Resources Why Rituals Work 2020-12-1905 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO258 - Change Is Always PossibleYou can teach an old dog new tricks. Our brains are malleable and change with every interaction. Yes, we are wired to operate from habit but we can cultivate change. Resources Interview with Dr David Eagleman 2020-12-1405 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO257 - Moving from Complaining to ChoicesWhen I catch myself complaining, I know I am not operating from my best self. It's time to slow down and explore my choices because living as a victim is depressing. Resources Intentionality Getting Perspective 2020-12-0605 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO255 - IntentionalityWe have a lot more choice than we remember. It is so easy to spend the day being reactive. And if we pause, and reflect on what we would like to create, we can focus our energy on what matters most. This show explores a few tips for living more intentionally. Resources Lessons from John Lewis Seeing our Choices 2020-11-1605 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO254 - Turning Off Our Alarm SystemsDr Arlie Hochschild traveled from Berkley to Louisiana to understand our political divide. Her clear purpose supported her in turning off her alarm system and to listen to those who think very differently. Resources Strangers in Their Own Land Review of Strangers in Their Own Land 2020-10-2405 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO253- What Are You Referring To?One key to a construction conversation, is to be genuinely curious about the other person's experience. Otherwise, we are just debating conclusions and never learning how we came to such different conclusions. Resources Institute of Cultural Affairs Focused Conversation Method The Art of Focused Conversations Book 2020-10-1905 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO247 - Lessons from John Lewis: Love in ActionWhen a friend was lamenting that she couldn't imagine listening to people who had different political beliefs, I was dismayed. It's been done before, many times. I turned to the wisdom of John Lewis, interviewed in 2013 by Krista Tippet for the show On Being. Resources On Being - John Lewis Interview Power and Love - Bringing Out the Best of Ourselves Episode 2020-09-0505 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO246 - Getting PerspectiveWe need to conscious about what we pay attention to. If we only focus on what is wrong, we lose perspective. Resources Brene Brown "Ask Me Anything" Part 1 Remembering Gratitude 2020-08-2705 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO244 - Exploring RaceIf we are kind and well intentioned people, how could we be racist? Isn't that the label for hateful and cruel people? In this episode, exploring how we are complicit in a racist culture with racists systems. Resources White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo Robin DiAngelo Videos So You Want to Talk About Race Privilege Systems by Peggy McIntosh video Seeing White - Scene on Radio 2020-08-1405 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO242 - AcceptanceThe paradox of sustainable change is learning to truly accept the parts of ourselves we want to "fix". Resources Reacting Podcast Christopher Germer 2020-08-0605 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO239 - How Can I Be of Service?It is hard to believe what we do can make a difference. It is easy to look that other way or give up hope facing such big problems. This episode explores how small actions can make a big difference. Resources 5 Ways Giving is Good for You Meng Natural Preserve Rev. Dr Greg Ellison 2020-07-0905 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO236 - Listening Between the WordsIf we are going to have productive conversations and build community, we need to grow our capacity to listen. And we need to reduce our capacity to get defensive or need to be right. Resources Lerner Intervew on Unlocking Us with Brene Brown Encountering Others Podcast Encounters With the Other, by Barry Oshry 2020-06-1805 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO Special Edition - Monkey Movement 2020-06-0606 min

bestofourselves podcastBOO234 - SuffocatingIf we want to create a more beautiful world, we need to start with what is present. The brutal murder of George Floyd has become a breaking point for many. And it is a symbol of what needs to change - our worldview of dominance. Resources Summary of Active Hope The More Beautiful World Our Hearts Know is Possible White Fragility and Anti Racist author interviews 2020-06-0605 min