Honor.The.Gift Podcast

TRUE LEADERSHIP

TRUE LEADERSHIP begins the day others stop following you.

When those you lead no longer have an interest in following you, or become hypocritical of your very presence, that is when the true test of leadership is administered. It will rock you to the core and often comes late in the game as it has been camouflaged behind a deeply seeded ego and positional arrogance, veiling the harsh reality that there is significant work to be done if you are to rebuild the trust and rapport needed to truly have a lasting impact in the lives of those you serve. 

So what do we do with this? 

IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE, I discuss the pivot point that tests all leaders as they become familiar with the real ask of LEADERSHIP. 

DON’T MIND CRITICISM

CRITICISM. Even the word conjures up an emotion and apprehensive nature. Criticism is often associated with delivering an unfavorable assessment of someone else’s effort. When the table is turned, and we are the receiver of criticism, it can really elicit a reactive response and trick us into reinforcement habits. 

CRITICISM doesn’t have to be a pinch point in your life.

IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE, I’ll discuss CRITICISM and provide you three life changing tools to help you use this powerful notion in your life as you lean into growth.  Let us begin with this profound quote: “Don't mind criticism. If it is untrue, disregard it. If it is unfair, keep from irritation. If it is ignorant, smile. If it is justified, learn from it.” - Anonymous

THE ART OF THE PAUSE

Ever heard of the “Tiger Stop?” What if we could actually develop the skill to PAUSE, reset, and release our bias driven momentum?

 

How does this apply in our daily life? Quite simply, we rush things. We rush an outcome, we force an opinion, we cast quick judgement, or we say something we wish we could take back. We press forward with so much momentum that it’s nearly impossible to stop. Our head and heart are set in active motion. These paths are all optional, yet seem difficult at times to control the pace and outcome.

 

IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE, I talk about this and the powerful impact a PAUSE practice can have in your life.

(IN) DIFFERENCE

Some of the greatest tragedies in history could have been prevented. There are tragedies in our future, yet to be written, that can be prevented, if we have the courage to lay down our fears and selfish desires, by choosing to love without bounds.

 

Race, Religion, Color, Sex, Sexual Preference, nor Status in Life give any of us an exemption or right, greater than that of another human being. Not enough. More than. The conversation of equality comes rapidly on the heels of that identified gap, but need not. 

 

Our conditioned and learned reactions to “different” have got to be examined, and new habits must emerge.     

 

Let us acknowledge that there is in deed difference, but let us not be indifferent. Different is unique. Different is what allows us collective contribution greater than the individual. Difference is what makes us human and perfectly imperfect. Different is what gives us an abundance of opportunity to learn to love and serve one another in the melding of this human race.  

 

IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE, you’ll hear more of my thoughts on the poignant and timely topic of (IN) DIFFERENCE. 

HONOR.THE.GIFT Inaugural Message

Welcome to the HONOR.THE.GIFT Podcast! This week I kick off our inaugural episode with an overview of the show and what to expect moving forward. 

 

What you’ll hear each week is really representative of my own growth journey, things I may be seeing or have witnessed through my own lens, along with some occasional guests and dear friends who I have been fortunate to get to know and who have certainly influenced my life in one way or another. 

 

My calling is people experience living true. 

 

I recognize that growth is always a choice, and I have a deep level of respect for you, as I recognize that this might be your first step towards a better you. Thank you for your trust. I’ll do my best to honor you and your choice to be here. 

Be sure to tune-in each week for new episodes and you can also find me on Instagram, Facebook, and my blog at www.choiceisthegift.com.