41 min
Ambiguous Expectations Ambiguity with Ambi
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- Self-Improvement
Do you give people the gift of your expectations too freely? Tune into today's episode with Chef K as we explore the reality of ambiguous expectations for ourselves and others.
Kattrena Swasey is a soul, work-focused-forgiveness coach, teacher, speaker, mentor, and chef. She is the founder and CEO of Everything with Love Catering and Reconstructed Bridges, LLC. She has made it her mission to bring awareness to the obstacles and disparities that often plague minority women. She is proud that her family roots run deep through the beautiful country of Belize, and she looks forward to continuing to provide hope and pouring into future generations!
KEY HIGHLIGHTS:
(01: 41 -11: 11)
Get to know a little more about Kattrena and her fantastic work.
The fast five questions
How she learned and established her faith in God.
The life-changing event Kattrena had when she was ten years old and how that changed her preconceived perception of others.
(11:39 -13:16)
How that event helped her to navigate other areas of life.
(13:20 - 17:26)
The advice Kattrena shares for those who may find themselves in situations where they are operating from a place of preconceived ideas.
Deep breathing exercises can help block off preconceived ideas and neutralize your energetic feel before entering any situation or room.
Practical example of Deep Breathing Exercises you can practice anywhere.
(17:46 – 22:33)
Kattrena's advice is when you have faced situations where you have been met with resistance, i.e., where you were not received well and how to navigate those situations.
"Don't take things personal from the Book: The 4 agreements, Don Miguel Ruize.
(22:46- 25:54)
How to not take things personal or once you have taken things personal, how do we make the quick adjustment so you can continue to navigate in kindness.
(25:59 – 29:57)
Why expectations can lead to disappointment and tips for managing your expectations.
(30:00- 35:30)
How to forgive when you have been hurt due to broken expectations.
A few things Kattrena implemented after her own therapy process.
Seeking therapy when you have trauma from your past will help you to process things.
Why forgiveness is not attached to reconciliation.
(36:00 - 37:52)
Wrapping Up!
Kattrena shares advice on how to navigate the ambiguity and uncertainty of life.
Kattrena encourages us to practice building a relationship with ourselves so we can take what we have learned and apply it to relationships outside of ourselves.
KEY QUOTES:
"Don't take things personally", from the Book: The 4 agreements with Don Miguel Ruize
"Today, you could be talking to someone who is trying their best not to fall apart, so whatever you do today, do it with kindness in your heart". Kattrena Swasey
"Everyone does not deserve the gift of your expectations" Kattrena Swasey
LET’S CONNECT:
You can connect with our guest, Kattrena Swasey on Facebook at Reconstructed Bridges and Instagram at Reconstructed Bridges LLC.
You can connect with our host Amber LaTrece on Instagram. Head to https://amberlatrece.com/ambiguity-with-ambi, and join us on this journey as we discover how to navigate the uncertain on Ambiguity with Ambi! Be sure to subscribe on Apple and Spotify, so you never miss an episode!
LEAVE A REVIEW! Your ratings and reviews help get the podcast in front of new listeners. Your feedback also lets me know how I can better serve you.
Do you give people the gift of your expectations too freely? Tune into today's episode with Chef K as we explore the reality of ambiguous expectations for ourselves and others.
Kattrena Swasey is a soul, work-focused-forgiveness coach, teacher, speaker, mentor, and chef. She is the founder and CEO of Everything with Love Catering and Reconstructed Bridges, LLC. She has made it her mission to bring awareness to the obstacles and disparities that often plague minority women. She is proud that her family roots run deep through the beautiful country of Belize, and she looks forward to continuing to provide hope and pouring into future generations!
KEY HIGHLIGHTS:
(01: 41 -11: 11)
Get to know a little more about Kattrena and her fantastic work.
The fast five questions
How she learned and established her faith in God.
The life-changing event Kattrena had when she was ten years old and how that changed her preconceived perception of others.
(11:39 -13:16)
How that event helped her to navigate other areas of life.
(13:20 - 17:26)
The advice Kattrena shares for those who may find themselves in situations where they are operating from a place of preconceived ideas.
Deep breathing exercises can help block off preconceived ideas and neutralize your energetic feel before entering any situation or room.
Practical example of Deep Breathing Exercises you can practice anywhere.
(17:46 – 22:33)
Kattrena's advice is when you have faced situations where you have been met with resistance, i.e., where you were not received well and how to navigate those situations.
"Don't take things personal from the Book: The 4 agreements, Don Miguel Ruize.
(22:46- 25:54)
How to not take things personal or once you have taken things personal, how do we make the quick adjustment so you can continue to navigate in kindness.
(25:59 – 29:57)
Why expectations can lead to disappointment and tips for managing your expectations.
(30:00- 35:30)
How to forgive when you have been hurt due to broken expectations.
A few things Kattrena implemented after her own therapy process.
Seeking therapy when you have trauma from your past will help you to process things.
Why forgiveness is not attached to reconciliation.
(36:00 - 37:52)
Wrapping Up!
Kattrena shares advice on how to navigate the ambiguity and uncertainty of life.
Kattrena encourages us to practice building a relationship with ourselves so we can take what we have learned and apply it to relationships outside of ourselves.
KEY QUOTES:
"Don't take things personally", from the Book: The 4 agreements with Don Miguel Ruize
"Today, you could be talking to someone who is trying their best not to fall apart, so whatever you do today, do it with kindness in your heart". Kattrena Swasey
"Everyone does not deserve the gift of your expectations" Kattrena Swasey
LET’S CONNECT:
You can connect with our guest, Kattrena Swasey on Facebook at Reconstructed Bridges and Instagram at Reconstructed Bridges LLC.
You can connect with our host Amber LaTrece on Instagram. Head to https://amberlatrece.com/ambiguity-with-ambi, and join us on this journey as we discover how to navigate the uncertain on Ambiguity with Ambi! Be sure to subscribe on Apple and Spotify, so you never miss an episode!
LEAVE A REVIEW! Your ratings and reviews help get the podcast in front of new listeners. Your feedback also lets me know how I can better serve you.
41 min