AWE: Authenticity, Wellbeing, and Empowerment Josh Van Zweden, LaShawna Moyle

Work. We spend so much time here! It’s inevitable that we will develop many types of relationships. Some colleagues will become lifelong friends, some professional partnerships, and others we are glad to move on from. Join us as we discuss the importance of belonging at work.

Family is a complex unit. It can be defined in multiple ways and is a huge source of our belonging. When you feel like an outsider in your family, what do you do? Join us as we discuss.

Friendship blossoms out of connection and is an essential part of belonging. When true friendships are formed, we can be our authentic selves, we have positive emotions when around them, and we are empowered to be our best selves.

Connection is a core human need. We need connection to thrive. We need connection to build friendships, families, and most importantly belonging. Join us as we discuss the interconnectedness of belonging and connection.

There is a fundamental difference between fitting in and belonging. Fitting in is to blend in and belonging is to be a part of without trying. Join us as we explore this difference and how it relates to authenticity, well-being, and empowerment.

Complacency is the time when we stop challenging ourselves. It is when we have been in a state of homeostasis for too long and are teetering on the brink of decline in growth.