Cultivate to Thrive Podcast Michele Gunn

Embracing Your Authenticity: A Guide for Women
 
Authenticity is being true to self
 
Embracing authenticity positively impacts your personal growth and connection.
 
By embracing vulnerability, you open yourself up to growth and foster meaningful relationships.
 
Join me in this episode of Cultivate to Thrive Podcast (#linkedinlive) as I talk about being authentic as a woman in today's world.
 
“Women should do for themselves what men have already done—occasionally what men have not done—thereby establishing themselves as persons, and perhaps encouraging other women toward greater independence of thought and action.” – Amelia Earhart
 
 
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Can you have it all? Do you really want to? In this episode, I talk about the importance of discussing women in power and their ability to balance various roles. The role of women is multifaceted. It includes the diverse roles of work, family, and faith that bring many challenges and stereotypes. I offer strategies for balancing work, family, and faith with practical tips for women to achieve balance in their lives: I talk about how to overcome challenges and how to empower women. Follow me on LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/g6YYax9z Visit my website at www.michelegunn.com Check out Cultivate and Thrive on Facebook: https://lnkd.in/gcVXCPrt Subscribe to Cultivate and Thrive on Youtube: https://lnkd.in/gfqqeADW Reach out to me via email at cultivateandthrive@gmail.com
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In this episode, I will talk about understanding stress, stress triggers, and coping with stress. Life can be hard, but you can live happy!
 
In the American Psychological Association’s October 2023 Stress in America survey, which included a nationally representative sample of more than 3,000 adults, women reported a higher average level of stress than men (5.3 versus 4.8 out of 10) and were more likely to rate their stress levels between an 8 and a 10 than men (27% versus 21%).
Women feel that no one understands how stressed they are!
   Coping mechanisms are strategies that help people deal with stress and uncomfortable emotions.
Side effects of the stress response include:    Increased heart rate    Increased breathing    Higher blood pressure    Increased alertness    Heightened senses    Release of glucose (sugar) into your bloodstream for energy    Hives 
 Stress Triggers   A. External triggers: Work, family, relationships, societal pressures   B. Internal triggers: Perfectionism, self-doubt, imposter syndrome   C. Recognizing the intersectionality of stress triggers for women
Coping Strategies from a Faith Perspective   A. Drawing strength from spiritual beliefs and practices   B. Incorporating mindfulness and meditation into daily routines   C. Cultivating resilience through prayer, gratitude, and self-reflection   D. Leveraging community support and mentorship within faith communities
Practical Tools for Coping   A. Time management techniques and boundary setting   B. Prioritizing self-care: Exercise, nutrition, and sleep   C. Seeking professional help when needed: Therapy, counseling, and support groups   D. Encouraging open communication and seeking guidance from trusted mentors
 
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In a world often consumed by self-interest, there's profound beauty in living a life dedicated to serving others.
In this episode, you will hear about living for others, serving others, and the role of faith as a foundation. Service to others has a transformative impact on personal development. I will highlight ways to serve and the impact it can make on you and your community. You will also hear about the intersection of faith and service, and how they reinforce each other. I will share practical strategies for incorporating faith into everyday acts of service. and provide tips for navigating doubts, fears, and setbacks along the journey. Join the discussion by commenting, sharing or reaching out!Follow me on LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/g6YYax9z Visit my website at www.michelegunn.com Check out Cultivate and Thrive on Facebook: https://lnkd.in/gcVXCPrt Subscribe to Cultivate and Thrive on Youtube: https://lnkd.in/gfqqeADW

What is self-discovery?
 
Self-discovery is defined as "the process of acquiring insight into one's own character."
 
This is a step that must be taken before you can become self-actualized.
 
Self-actualization is defined as "the realization or fulfillment of one's talents and potentialities."
 
I am a Self-actualization Coach.
 
My mission is to live out my Christian faith by embracing the interconnectedness of all things and recognizing that every individual is of inherent value and importance.
 
I am committed to helping people discover their worth, empowering them to realize their potential, and making a positive impact in their lives.
 
To do that, I must take you on a journey of Self-discovery.

 
In this episode, I will talk about
 

the importance of self-discovery and incorporating faith in understanding self-identity.


understanding the whole person


incorporating faith in self-discovery


methods for self-reflection and discovery

 
It is imperative to embrace the complexity of self-identity while recognizing the role of faith in shaping who we are.
 
It is time to make a commitment to ongoing self-discovery and growth!
 
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I have been sharing a lot about faith in life lately. Just being true to me! It makes sense to cover the topic of choices and using faith to guide you. In this livestream, I will talk about - the importance of faith in decision-making - defining faith and its significance - exploring how faith shapes values, beliefs, and worldviews - the concept of choice and its impact on our lives - examining the challenges and complexities of decision-making -principles of Faith-Based Decision Making - identifying key principles and teachings - highlighting compassion, integrity, and wisdom - practical strategies for incorporating faith into everyday choices - prayer, meditation, and reflection as tools for guidance (Public and Private) - Addressing doubts and fears that arise in decision-making processes (Saboteurs) - exploring ways to strengthen faith and trust in one's beliefs I invite you to join the conversation! Follow me on LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/g6YYax9z Visit my website at www.michelegunn.com Check out Cultivate and Thrive on Facebook: https://lnkd.in/gcVXCPrt Subscribe to Cultivate and Thrive on Youtube: https://lnkd.in/gfqqeADW https://lnkd.in/g579GTd7 hashtag#Cultivatetothrivepodcast hashtag#cultivateandthrive hashtag#alignyourlife hashtag#beabetteryou hashtag#faith hashtag#LinkedinLive hashtag#livestream hashtag#choices