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109 Introverts, Extroverts And The Balance of Ambiversion with Ashley Griffiths | Ways to improve your confidence In this episode, Ricky Locke interviews Ashley Griffiths, a video expert and NLP practitioner. They discuss Ashley's struggle with being an ambivert, finding balance between introversion and extroversion, and the power of silence. They also explore the strengths of introverts and the importance of embracing growth and change. Ashley shares his journey of self-discovery and offers insights into how to connect with him.
Takeaways
Being an ambivert means having both introverted and extroverted qualities.Introverts can be excellent public speakers and have their own unique strengths.Silence is powerful and allows for deeper processing and understanding.Finding the balance between introversion and extroversion is an ongoing process.Embracing growth and change is essential for personal development.
Chapters
01:06 Introduction and Background
2:06 Discovering Ambiversion
034:18 Balancing Introversion and Extroversion
06:55 The Power of Silence
09:08 The Strengths of Introverts
10:41 Struggling with Finding Balance
13:06 Embracing Growth and Change
15:18 How to Connect with Ashley
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108 Unobvious Struggles And Asking For Help with Bev Holden | How to improve your confidence In this episode, Ricky Locke interviews Bev Holden, co-founder of the Clear Thinking Partnership. They discuss the unobvious things that Bev struggles with, focusing on confidence and asking for help. Bev challenges the concept of confidence, stating that it is not a real thing and that she doesn't believe she needs it to accomplish tasks. She also shares her difficulty in asking for help in certain situations, often due to a fear of judgment or a desire to maintain a certain perception. The conversation highlights the importance of questioning societal conditioning and living in the present moment.
Takeaways
Confidence is not a prerequisite for success; it is a concept that can be challenged and redefined.Asking for help is not a sign of weakness; it is an opportunity for growth and connection.We create our own conditions and constraints in life, but we also have the power to question and change them.Living in the present moment allows us to let go of past and future worries and focus on what truly matters.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to episode
01:00 Background
02:40 The Unobvious Thing: Confidence
05:21 Struggling to Ask for Help
10:57 Takeaways and Conclusion
Find out more about Bev & Kate at Clear Thinking at https://www.clearthinkinguk.com/
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107 Embracing Wonder and Amazement in Life with The Digital Circus Life Podcast | Living a Life Aligned with Your Values This week, I'm shaking things up by sharing an episode where I was the guest on The Digital Circus Life podcast. I share my journey of breaking free from a small village mindset and pursuing a fulfilling life of wonder and amazement. We discuss the desire to be on stage and make a difference in people's lives. We emphasise the importance of learning, taking action, and embracing failure as a learning process. We talk about living a life aligned with our values and constantly striving for growth. I also reflect on the idea that there is no defined endpoint in this journey, but rather a continuous pursuit of a fulfilling life.
Takeaways
Embrace a mindset of wonder and amazement in lifeDon't be afraid to fail, as it is a learning processLive a life aligned with your values and prioritize fulfilmentConstantly strive for growth and be open to new opportunitiesThere is no defined endpoint in the pursuit of a fulfilling life
Chapters
01:00 Breaking Free from a Small Village Mindset
03:49 Creating a Fulfilling Life of Wonder and Amazement
10:31 Embracing Failure as a Learning Process
15:40 Living a Life Aligned with Values
32:11 Reflecting on the Journey and Encouraging Younger Self
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106 How to be your authentic self with Alan Braithwaite of Yellow Tuxedo | The Diary of a CEO conversation cards In this mini series of The Diary of a CEO conversation Cards, Ricky Locke and Alan Braithwaite discuss the common misconceptions people have about Alan and how it makes him feel. They explore the importance of being authentic and prioritizing fun in social situations. They also discuss the expectations people have of public figures and the responsibility to be polite and genuine. The conversation highlights the power of making a positive impact on others and spreading positivity in everyday interactions.
Takeaways
Be authentic and prioritize fun in social interactions.Recognize and challenge misconceptions about yourself.Understand the expectations people may have of public figures.Spread positivity and make a positive impact on others.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Setting the Tone
01:07 Question: Common Misconception About Alan
03:02 Being Authentic and Prioritizing Fun
05:27 Adapting to Different Social Situations
08:29 Misconceptions and Expectations
10:52 Authenticity and Responsibility
12:31 Expectations of Public Figures
16:00 Impact and Significance
18:59 Desired Impact on Listeners
21:39 Spreading Positivity and Making a Difference
21:45 Conclusion
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105 The Power of Belief: Lessons from Glen McCoy | Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards In this episode, Ricky Locke interviews Glen McCoy, a scriptwriter and creative. They discuss the belief or behavior that has positively impacted Glenn's life in the past 12 months. Glen shares his belief in allowing things to happen rather than forcing them, and how this belief has led to positive changes in his life. They also explore the idea of living in a virtual simulation and the power of believing in the ability to change one's circumstances. The conversation concludes with a reflection on choices and the importance of connecting with one's inner child.
Takeaways
Allowing things to happen rather than forcing them can lead to positive changes in life.Believing in the possibility of change can open up new opportunities.Challenging the belief that life is set in stone can empower individuals to make meaningful changes.Connecting with your inner child and reflecting on your past aspirations can inspire personal growth.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:24 The Belief that Positively Impacted Glen's Life
05:00 Challenging the Belief that Life is Set in Stone
08:12 Reflecting on Choices and Making Changes
09:35 Connecting with Your Inner Child
10:32 Wrap-up and Where to Find Glen McCoy
Find out more about Glen and his work at https://www.linkedin.com/in/glenmccoy/
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104 Why Mental Health Matters with Alex Williams | Ways to improve your mental health | Mental health awareness week In this episode, Ricky interviews Alex Williams, an emotional resilience coach and registered mental health practitioner. Alex shares his personal story of overcoming trauma and discusses the epidemic of mental health in society.
They explore the importance of taking responsibility for our responses to challenges and finding meaning and purpose in life. Alex emphasizes the need for society to prioritize mental health and provides practical tips for building resilience, including focusing on the basics of sleep, nutrition, exercise, and surrounding oneself with good people.
They also discuss Alex's Three Rs framework: release your pain, take responsibility, and develop real self-belief. In this conversation, Ricky and Alex discuss strategies for overcoming setbacks and building a fulfilling life. They emphasize the importance of taking responsibility for one's own direction and adopting a resilient mindset. They also explore the idea of aligning one's life with personal values and finding happiness in the present moment. The conversation highlights the need to prioritize self-care and surround oneself with good people and good experiences.
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Mental health is a significant issue in society, and it is important to prioritize our own wellbeing.Taking responsibility for our responses to challenges can empower us to overcome adversity and create a fulfilling life.Building resilience requires focusing on the basics of sleep, nutrition, exercise, and surrounding ourselves with good people.Finding meaning and purpose in life can help us navigate difficult experiences and maintain mental wellbeing.Supporting Gen Z in building resilience involves validating their experiences, providing support, and helping them develop healthy coping mechanisms. Take responsibility for your own direction and approach setbacks with resilience.Build a life that aligns with your values and brings you fulfillment.Prioritize self-care, surround yourself with good people, and enjoy good experiences.Listen to yourself and find happiness in the present moment, rather than comparing your life to societal expectations.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:50 Alex's Personal Story
07:09 The Epidemic of Mental Health
13:19 Taking Responsibility for Our Responses
22:13 Finding Meaning and Purpose
27:27 The Impact of Society on Mental Health
32:47 Supporting Gen Z in Building Resilience
39:47 The Basics of Mental Wellbeing
43:33 The Three Rs Framework
45:24 The Three Rs to Getting Back Up
46:23 Building a Life that Aligns with Your Values
48:19 Listen to Yourself and Find Happiness
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