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Catherine Hull: Self Care Empowers Your Body, Mind and Soul Aug 21, 2018

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Catherine Hull believes we all all have the power to heal ourselves and create the life of our dreams. Catherine is a Self-Care & Empowerment Coach and Energy Healer whose purpose and passion in life is to help people live their lives to their fullest potential. She wants you to know that we are all divine creatures, natural healers and magnificent contributors to our world. With over 10 years of experience working with others in health and wellness as a certified Personal Trainer, Posture Alignment Specialist, Master Instructor of Integrated Energy Therapy, and a Yoga and Meditation Teacher, Catherine believes in a holistic approach to self care. Listen to hear Catherine Hull share her perspective on: The three pillars of self care – Body Care, Mind Care and Soul Care Catherine’s story of burnout and how self care became about more than taking care of her body Catherine explains energy healing Pain as a non-physical experience How to take care of your energetic immune system Why we are seeing more energy healers and light workers Why it is important to embrace all of who you are How our relationship with our voice is related to nourishment, getting enough and being enough Where to find Catherine Hull online: Website: www.selfcareempowerment.com Facebook Instagram Mentioned in this episode: TED talk – Julian Treasure – How to speak so that people want to listen Article – Do You Know How to Give an Enlightened No? Want more conscious conversations in your life? Support the podcast and join the Free Your Inner Guru® Leadership Community at freeyourinnerguru.com/leadership-community

Summer, Self Care and Serendipity Aug 07, 2018

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Do you pay attention to serendipity when it shows up in your life? If the Summer of Self Care has taught me anything, it’s to be open and pay attention. In today’s episode, you’ll hear how serendipity has shown up in my summer of self care. It’s a story of cycling, green smoothies, Eckhart Tolle and Oprah Winfrey. The Universe seems to want me to share something with you. It wants me to speak about acceptance, enjoyment and enthusiasm. Like, it really wants me to talk about it, because it keeps hinting at it in the form of accidental discoveries, otherwise known as serendipity. So here it is, the story of how a blast from the past from Eckhart Tolle and Oprah Winfrey has taken my summer of self care to a whole new level. Enjoy 🙂 Mentioned in this episode: Recipe for the Glowing Green Smoothie from Kimberly Snyder Books: Eckhart Tolle, A New Earth Matt Kahn, Everything is Here to Help You Video Archive of Eckhart Tolle and Oprah Winfrey – A New Earth 2008 Webcast Want more conscious conversations in your life? Support the podcast and join the Free Your Inner Guru® Leadership Community at freeyourinnerguru.com/leadership-community

Karen Haycox: Take the Next Right Step Jul 16, 2018

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CEO of Habitat for Humanity NYC Karen Haycox has a mantra – “Take the next right step”. In this compelling interview, Karen Haycox shares how taking the next right step propelled her out of addiction to a new career, a new country and into her current role as CEO of Habitat for Humanity, New York City. Listen to this episode to hear Karen Haycox share her perspective on: How Karen’s identity and self worth were wrapped up in the work that she did as a film and television producer and now, non-profit leader. And how that left her feeling unanchored when she was down-sized. Why recovery has been one of the greatest gifts of her life. The similarities between addicted thinking and depressed thinking. Consider how we fill the gap between how others see us and how we perceive ourselves to be. Life as a journey of self-care, consciousness and spirituality. Things we will do to fill the gap between how others see us and how we perceive ourselves to be. How taking the next right step led Karen to Habitat for Humanity in Windsor, Ontario, Canada and now, New York City. Living as a married lesbian, and then a lesbian widow in a state that did not recognize same sex marriage, in a country that had just begun to recognize it. How sharing her story led to Karen being published in the best-selling book Pantsuit Nation. The power and peace of sharing your story. Being present in everyday conversation. The qualities of an authentic leader. Strategies for emerging leaders to be effective. Some of the memorable quotes Karen shares: “If you do the right things, the right things will follow.” “We can consider ourselves so unique that it can be lethal.” “Of course we’re all unique…but there is almost nothing you can go through that someone else can’t relate to.” “You don’t have to be the answer person. If anything the CEO should be the question person.” Mentioned in this episode: Book: Pantsuit Nation, Libby Chamberlain Follow Karen: Twitter: @khayco Facebook: facebook.com/KarenHaycoxHFHNYC Instagram: @kbradhay Want more conscious conversations in your life? Support the podcast and join the Free Your Inner Guru® Leadership Community at freeyourinnerguru.com/leadership-community

Self Care Mindset: It’s All About Intention Jul 13, 2018

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“Intention can turn a simple activity like going for a walk – or stopping to smell lavender – into an act of self-care.” This week on the Free Your Inner Guru podcast it’s all about summer, self-care and mindfulness. Because the thoughts you have in your mind are the difference between true self care and just another thing you have to do. Trust me, if anyone knows how to take something that is meant to be restorative and turn it into a chore, historically it’s been me! When I let myself get caught up in the doing, instead of enjoying the process, I become impatient and frayed at the edges. Less connected, and ultimately less of who I really am. Can you identify with this? Intention and a little self awareness makes can change that downward spiral. It’s been fun to shift the rhythm of my routine towards less screen time and more time to tune in to what restores my energy. Listen to this week’s (12 minute) episode to get in the summer of self-care vibe and find out a powerful question you can ask yourself to guide you on your self care journey. Mentioned in this episode Experience the Summer of Self-Care in the Free Your Inner Guru Facebook Group Download the Free Your Inner Guru Guidebook Want more conscious conversations in your life? Support the podcast and join the Free Your Inner Guru® Leadership Community at freeyourinnerguru.com/leadership-community

Summer of Self-Care: Because You Are Worth The Effort Jul 03, 2018

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Join Free Your Inner Guru Podcast host Laura Tucker on an 8-week Summer of Self-Care journey. My “inner guru” had a message for me this morning. It was a little crude, but I got her meaning. What followed was an honest look at where I can take some action and create connection within the Free Your Inner Guru tribe at the same time. If you’re like me, you could use a little tender loving care. So take a listen and if it feels right, let’s find out what 8 weeks of Summer Self Care will bring! Mentioned in this episode: Follow the Free Your Inner Guru Podcast on Instagram and Facebook Want more conscious conversations in your life? Support the podcast and join the Free Your Inner Guru® Leadership Community at freeyourinnerguru.com/leadership-community

Shaun Proulx: Feeling Happier is a Thought Revolution Away Jun 09, 2018

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Media personality and talk radio show host Shaun Proulx has a great big heart – and he shares a piece of it with us in this episode of the Free Your Inner Guru Podcast. When Shaun Proulx and I sat down to record this interview, we had a list of topics and found that neither one of us felt like speaking about anything other than our thoughts and feelings about current events this week with the loss of two highly talented creatives like Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain. Shaun opens up about own his experience of living a public life and what led him to create a “Thought Revolution.” Shaun believes it is time that we stop stigmatizing our humanity. The words Thought Revolution came out of his mouth during a CBC interview. After the strength of the audience’s response, Shaun knew that a Thought Revolution was needed – not just for himself. He has dedicated his life and his work to sharing the power of living consciously with others. “I know that the only thing I’ve done that has proven to be consistently successful is that the thoughts I think on the subjects that are important to me create my reality… The thoughts we have in our heads are the only things we can control.” Listen to this episode to hear Shaun Proulx share his perspective on: Why success is not doing what other people thing you should be doing. What we can learn from our shock when people who appear to have it all – like Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain – commit suicide. The things people give up when they have a public life. How Shaun’s journey living with HIV taught him that something you try to keep private begins to carry the weight of a secret. The best part of making your dreams come true. How he deals with fear. Why we have to take the things we don’t like and appreciate them. The 3 things Shaun does each day to cultivate to “tune my dial” and align himself with joy. Why he is a little bit jealous of you if you’re just starting out. 🙂 Shaun Proulx is one of the most versatile talents in media and entertainment with credits as a television personality and host, producer, radio host, motivational speaker, columnist, author, publisher, actor, live event host, spokesperson, life coach, and activist for the issues of mental health, animal rights, and HIV stigma. Shaun hosts the weekly SiriusXM talk show, The Shaun Proulx Show, on Canada Talks channel 167. Mentioned in this episode: Shaun’s heartfelt article What Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain Teach Us If you need immediate help: SuicidePrevention.ca CAMH Crisis Resources Page – Toronto and Surrounding Area CTV News – Mental Health in Canada – Where to get help Want more conscious conversations in your life? Support the podcast and join the Free Your Inner Guru® Leadership Community at freeyourinnerguru.com/leadership-community ————— The post Shaun Proulx: Feeling Happier is a Thought Revolution Away first appeared on Free Your Inner Guru.

Jessica Tracy: The Impact of Pride on Authentic Leadership Apr 28, 2018

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Jessica Tracy, author of Pride: The Secret of Success shares her perspective on the impact of pride on success, leadership and why all leaders are vulnerable to the darker side of pride. Pride: The Secret of Success is a must-read for new, emerging and established leaders, and anyone in a position to choose a leader, whether it’s in corporate, community, political or the self help world. Conversation highlights: Jessica Tracy explains the two types of pride: authentic and hubristic pride How the self-conscious emotions of pride, shame, embarrassment and guilt influence our identity. The difference between authentic pride and hubristic pride. Pride is not just one thing. How the two types of pride create two different types of leadership. Is pride a sin, or is it healthy and adaptive? Jessica Tracy’s scientific view of the two conflicting types pride: It’s OK to feel pride, but it’s important to monitor which type of pride you feel. Why having a healthy sense of pride makes it easier to be successful. How “faking it until you make it” can lead to self-doubt and be a recipe for more hubris. Why praise can be addictive. Pride and Leadership Why it’s difficult to discern the difference between an authentic prestigious leader and a dominant narcissistic leader without contextual information. Donald Trump as a fantastic example of someone who regularly conveys hubristic pride and grandiosity. The surprising truth about dominant leaders and uncertainty vs prestigious leaders and how people feel in their environment. Pride and Narcissism The relationship between pride and narcissistic behavior. The grandiose charmers and the malignant entitled: two very different kinds of narcissism The role of shame in narcissism. The Hubris Trap: Narcissism is a continuum. Everyone varies in how narcissistic they are as a character trait. Pride and Success Pride is essential to success. Why human nature includes this emotion that makes us feel good about our identity. Dean Carnazes as an example of life change motivated by noticing a lack of pride. Dr Jessica Tracy’s advice for new, emerging, and established leaders Let’s get rid of the stigma surrounding pride. The idea that we should avoid feeling pride is not right. Think about and understand the difference between authentic and hubristic pride. Authentic pride is about finding something that is meaningful to you and then working hard to attain that thing. If you want to continue feeling authentic pride, keep earning it. Find ways to contribute. If we’re doing something that makes us feel good about ourselves, chances are it’s contributing to society. Jessica Tracy, PhD is a Professor of Psychology at the University of British Columbia where she is the Director of the UBC Emotion and Self Lab. The research at the Lab is focused on the place where self and emotions meet – the self-conscious emotions of pride, shame, embarrassment and guilt. I first became aware of Jessica and her work when I chanced upon a live interview she did during the hardcover launch of her ground-breaking book Take Pride: Why the Deadliest Sin Holds the Secret to Human Success. It was literally a “stop the car!” moment, as I pulled over to take notes. Take Pride has just been re-released in paperback with the new title Pride: The Secret of Success. Mentioned in this episode: Dr Jessica Tracy’s book Pride: The Secret of Success Follow @ProfJessTracy on Twitter Want more conscious conversations in your life? Support the podcast and join the Free Your Inner Guru® Leadership Community at freeyourinnerguru.com/leadership-community

The Free Your Inner Guru Podcast First Anniversary Edition Apr 07, 2018

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In this First Anniversary Edition of the Free Your Inner Guru Podcast, host Laura Tucker takes a look back at the year that was, the current state of the podcast, and the exciting future that lies ahead. This episode of the Free Your Inner Guru Podcast has special significance. It was recorded and released on the one year anniversary of the very first episode on April 6, 2017. When I look back over the course of the last year, the growth of Free Your Inner Guru – and, who am I kidding, my growth – has been significant. In this anniversary episode, we take a walk down memory lane and revisit some of the most popular, and my favourite episodes. Then we look at the present state of the podcast and where we are headed in the very near future. Stay tuned for the next episode with Dr Jessica Tracy, author of Pride: The Secret of Success. If you’ve been listening for a while, or read my blog over the past couple of years, you will recognize her name and the book title will be familiar because I refer to it all the time in my ruminations on leadership and the relationship between authentic healthy pride, and the darker side of pride displayed by narcissists. I literally fan-girled Dr Tracy on Twitter at just the right time. So stay tuned! In the meantime, here are your links! Mentioned in this episode: Highlights of the first year Interview with Kelly Greer: Women Get Results When They Look After Their Mind, Body and Spirit Interview with Julie Min: From Tragedy and Survivor’s Guilt to Forgiveness, Happiness and Love Interview with Raana Zia: Create Your Desired Life With Your Hidden Light Connect with Laura and the Free Your Inner Guru Podcast on Social Media Facebook Page: Laura Tucker – Free Your Inner Guru™ Facebook Group: Free Your Inner Guru® Community Instagram: Laura Tucker @LauraATucker Instagram: Free Your Inner Guru® Podcast @freeyourinnerguru Twitter: Laura Tucker @LauraATucker The Free Your Inner Guru Guidebook & Mini Course Download on or before April 30, 2018 for a chance to win Dr Jessica Tracy’s book Pride: The Secret of Success – lauratucker.com/guidebook Want to have big conversations in your life? Support the podcast and join the Free Your Inner Guru® Leadership Community at patreon.com/freeyourinnerguru

Allison Graham: Become a Resiliency Ninja Feb 23, 2018

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Allison Graham shares her challenges as a business owner after a botched surgery left her with permanent nerve damage and the joy of becoming a “resiliency ninja”. “If you’re going through hell, keep going” became a mantra for Allison Graham after she had a botched surgery that caused relentless nerve pain. Several surgeries and hundreds of doctor’s appointments later, Allison had to find a different way to deal with emotional, mental and financial challenges. Tired of wearing a mask to hide her struggle, Allison learned to stop hiding what was going on inside, adapt her business model and create a new kind of freedom. Allison’s story is remarkable, filled with hard-earned practical wisdom that she shares in her new book Married My Mom, Birthed A Dog. Conversation highlights: How her post surgery life gave her permission to let go of what she thought she had to do and build the life she really wanted. Allison explains the Continuum of Challenges: the difference between stress, obstacles and adversity. The ramifications of treating stress as adversity and adversity as stress takes you away from your power. Do the emotional work. Life feels different when you’re operating from a place of joy. Be creative to figure out what works for you. Setting goals that are realistic in the face of rampant FOMO (fear of missing out). How to recognize what FOMO feels like in your body. Advice for big-hearted people who are seeking meaning and impact as you navigate the self help industry. Allison describes what it was like to let go and find forgiveness. Mentioned in this episode: Visit Allison Graham’s website Allison Graham’s book – Married My Mom, Birthed A Dog Gay Hendricks’ book – The Big Leap This episode is brought to you by the Free Your Inner Guru Guidebook. This free download is for you if you want to align your business and your life with your values and become the leader you want to see in the world. Want to have big conversations in your life? Support the podcast and join the Free Your Inner Guru® Leadership Community at patreon.com/freeyourinnerguru

Raana Zia: Create Your Desired Life With Your Hidden Light Feb 08, 2018

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Raana Zia shares her self development journey from corporate executive to spiritual self help author “I experienced those magical moments and the synchronicities. When you do open yourself up to this world. For me, it made this life much more wondrous and exciting. Life is so much more interesting and exciting than I thought it was.” – Raana Zia Raana Zia spent her career holding executive level leadership roles in large Fortune 500 retail companies including the position of Chief Financial Officer. She supported leaders and teams to maximize their abilities and achieve their goals in the corporate world. Her passion for personal and leadership development and an intense desire to discover her own purpose and potential led her down an unexpected path of self-realization and spirituality. Although she initially shied away from purely spiritual concepts and beliefs, as she moved deeper in to her understanding of how everything you desire in this physical world comes from the unseen world, Raana began to embrace her life as a spiritual journey. Raana Zia shares her story of discovering her inner guru in her first book, Your Hidden Light – a Personal Guide to Creating Your Desired Life. Conversation highlights: Challenges Raana faced as she embraced her spirituality Why publishing Chapter 2 of Your Hidden Light initially felt like a risk for Raana. Why you must be in energetic alignment with your desire and then detach from it. How to protect your gratitude energy Why you can’t play the game of reverse psychology with the Universe. Raana shares her daily tools and strategies to stay connected with her inner guidance. Mentioned in this episode: Raana Zia’s book Your Hidden Light – A Personal Guide to Creating Your Desired Life Follow Raana on Twitter Visit Raana’s website Meditation Apps Headspace Ohmvana Insight Timer Aura Want more conscious conversations in your life? Support the podcast and join the Free Your Inner Guru® Leadership Community at freeyourinnerguru.com/leadership-community

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