How To Be Awesome At Everything

Lindsay Dickhout
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How To Be Awesome At Everything

The How To Be Awesome At Everything is a podcast about our journey to be the best that we can in everything we do. To be intentional about how we spend our time and how we treat our bodies and how the thoughts that we think and words that we say create the world that we live in. What started as a folder of life lessons to share with her kids one day has become a podcast with over one million downloads. Always with a growth mindset, Lindsay presents topics that she thinks are worth hitting pause on life to focus on. She shares her successes (and failures!) in business and in life and her journey to be awesome at everything.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    309. How To Be Awesome When Someone Says Something Hurtful

    I just learned these two BEST strategies for responding when    Notice I said respond not react because we know the longer we can space out the action or comment and our reaction the more control we have.    These two strategies will teach you HOW TO RESPOND when someone belittles you or says something disrespectful.    And then best part is, you leave the situation having handled it with confidence and control - and you haven’t lowered your standards for yourself - like the other person likely did.    These are skills that you have to think about BEFORE you’re in the situation so when the situation happens, you’re ready!!      I learned these 2 strategies from Jefferson Fisher, a trial lawyer and an expert on communication. Have them repeat it  Ask them if this is their intention with this  When someone is belittling to you or says something hurtful- make them repeat it. They are trying to get a reaction out of you.  When you ask them to repeat it - they don’t get that reaction/ that response time.  It takes the fire out of it and flips it on them.  They don’t want to say it again - the spotlight is on them!   THEN ask question of intent. Did you say that to hurt me? Puts a mirror on them.   You don’t have to respond or react at all!!!  It handles it!!  You don’t have to figure out how to respond to something you dont want to respond to.    Did you say that to offend me? Usually it’s no no no I didn’t mean to!!  I’m just kidding - you don’t need to be so sensitive etc.   You’re not going to believe how good this is!!!    Two skills that you have to think about BEFORE you’re in the situation so when the situation happens, you’re ready!!    Listen - some of these comments could come from good people with good intentions.  But it doesn’t always translate this way.  It’s your job to respond in a confident way without it rattling you or making you depressed.   Because we know people opinions have so much more to do with them, than us.    And know!!! Don’t lower your standard of yourself because someone else lowered their standard of themselves.   Next time this happens to you, you’ll be ready to handle it in the most awesome way possible!

    21 min

  2. NOV 29

    308. An Awesome Holiday Episode On Perspective

    Today, we’re just going to jam on gratitude and perspective and how the way we frame things is the way we see them.  I’m sharing what I think are the most valuable insights and thoughts I have in this season of life.  Things I’ve learned from my reading a book a week every week and just being a student of life.  Having conversations with all different types of people and perspectives and with different experiences.  This is a fun one with lots of different ideas for you think about and maybe insert your life and routine.  I loveeee reading a book a week  I’ve replaced social media with reading/audio books  Only on social during mellow movement - breaking the cycle of social media early morning and in evenings and in any free minutes.  I have a plan and stick to it instead.  I’m prioritizing stretching with weights for longevity  I 100% believe that aging is mostly neglect not an avoidable part of life  I’m going PRO at sleeping and bedtime routine - setting a plan and being strict with it  And when something seems hard- becoming a PRO at it - starting something or solving something.  Monotasking - do one thing until it’s totally done  Using social media strategically and not passively  Purge.  Have less and know where it all is.  Plus life is so much more calm. Spending money very intentionally.  For me it’s mostly longevity and nutrition. I also like being put together and have nice things to wear but that’s way more Zara these days than designer.  Have a set plan for the day before it gets going.  If you don’t have a plan, your day will run you.  Start in control and stick to the plan.  Don’t let emotion stray you.  Sending love to you and yours this holiday season and beyond!

    29 min

  3. NOV 17

    307. How To Be Awesome At Creating A Special Connection With Each Child

    Whether you have one kid or 5 kids or you don’t have kids but plan to one day… this podcast episode is filled with ideas for you to really connect with each child - starting at any age.    Life is busy and the months go by quickly.  I’ve learned just how important it is to slow down and be mindful of the relationship and connection that you have with each child and how it changes as they get older.   My goal in this episode is to give you lots of ideas of ways to really connect and stay connected with your child.  Ideas that will really get you thinking about how you can insert the best ideas for you, into your daily lives.    I believe so much that an extra ordinary life comes largely from taking ordinary moments and making them extra ordinary and this episode is filled with so many ways to do just that with your babies.    **Lots of ideas…  1:1 time consistently  Leave out something to do together (book or football etc) Do what they are interested in  Ask questions that are open ended and curious  Show your love in the way that resonates most with them  Celebrate tiny wins- things you wouldn’t normally celebrate  Learn a new skill together  Share a hobby  Create traditions with each child (ex: Sunday am pancakes)  Work together on a charity project  Frame pictures of them that represent special accomplishments or moments  Projects that live on like a time capsule (digital or actual)  Dream day together - make a list, look forward to it, do all of the things on the list  Plan dream playdate together for their friends  Plan their birthday parties together  Start a small business, podcast or blog together  Go on walks after dinner - low pressure environment  Make a seasonal bucket list (summer bucket list to go zip lining etc)  LAUGH!  Plan vacations / adventures      **With each kid have a… TRADITION once a week or once a year   SONG that is theirs/yours THING that is yours (star, magic, champion etc) OUTING to look forward to   **Things to avoid…  Always solving everything for them  Dividing your time with technology  Be curious and not judgmental  Allow them space to fully be who they are      **How we can use what we know about habits to make this all happen!  Anchor to exiting (after brushing your teeth..) Start tiny - 2 minutes of something  Focus on behavior, not outcomes  Be flexible - helps you be consistent  Change your physical space  Just start- build on small wins - momentum  Focus on doing, not perfection      CHEERS to having the most awesome connections with your awesome kids!

    45 min

  4. OCT 21

    306. How To Be Awesome At Turning The Worst Thing Into The Best Thing

    Every year around my birthday I’m like, ok, what’s the secret unlock at this age?  Like what have I learned and what I am doing that makes the biggest difference in my life? This year, that skill that I’ve unlocked in myself this ability to turn what feels like the worst thing, into the best thing. In a very practical and realistic way. So aside from anything really really sad in life, this strategy allows you to get out of thinking and saying how much this sucks or is unfair or is the worst thing that could happen.  And flipping it to- how could this become the best thing? I’m going to fully explain it because once you set yourself up like this - it’s crazy how you can see the same situations completely differently. It’s saying to yourself, this sucks, and it’s not at all what I wanted.  But, how could it actually be the best thing? You have to listen to this full episode - it’s 20 minutes or so that will change the way you react when things go sideways. Things that are awful - like getting fired or someone breaking up with you or you don’t get the promotion or don’t get into the college or high school that you wanted.  You sprain your ankle and can’t workout for 3 months and it’s your favorite thing.. This is what we know for sure… Bad things happen. People dont know how to cope. And they allow one bad thing to snowball into more. THIS IS THE UNLOCK! Bad things suck. The only thing worse is letting one bad thing ruin many good things. One bad thing happens and the way you operate afterwards is what more bad things happen. Because really… things aren’t good or bad- they just are. It's becoming anti fragile as we go. People often dont know how to cope with bad stuff. Thats how you end up with this weird spiral with more bad things happening. People dont know how to manage their emotions so they just react. The more I try to create space between how I feel and what I do, the more I've been able to control my outcomes in situations. It’s a superpower, I’m telling you.  The next time something in your life sucks, ask yourself, how can this actually be the best thing ever?

    10 min

  5. OCT 4

    305. How To Be Awesome At Planning The Most Magical Cakes

    Today we’re talking about party cakes!   And all the ways you can make them magical.    From cakes you make yourself at home, to store or bakery bought cakes that you jazz up to custom made cakes, I have ideas for you for all of them!    From simple to extravagant and ways to make the party cake so magical and perfect for the occasion.    My goal in this episode is to give you lots of ideas so next time you have a cake to plan, it’s the most special.    We’re talking about the center of the party today… the cake!     What’s our top priority? Taste, design, price.    Get a Pinterest board going and a folder on your phone. If doing for someone else - show them inspiration and tell you which they like!    Treats vs a big cake or a few cakes        Ways to make your cake magical   -Surprise inside cake - have bakery fill or you fill if baking    -Custom topper - Etsy    -Tons of toppers - Amazon + candy    -Cake to match the theme    A cake is a great “thank you for having us” gift!  Or to bring to a party!      My cake creators info: Brooke- bangpopshop@gmail.com   My sign & cake topper creator: Anh- anh@bldahlia.com   Custom cookie designer: Megan- cousincookie@yahoo.com   Tag me on IG when you create magical cakes!!  @LindsaysCloud   XOX

    34 min

  6. OCT 1

    304. How To Be Awesome At Making Honesty Your Superpower

    It may sound obvious, but honest, like real saying what you think,   I’m obsessed with being honest and direct because it does so much for you.    If you need to tell someone how you really feel or cancel on some thing or decline an invitation, be honest. Be kind and considerate and compassionate and have empathy… all those things. But just be honest.    Even if it stings for a second people will respect your honesty and It’s hard to be mad at the truth.   Honesty is a superpower because it allows you to go to sleep without crumbs!  You sleep well knowing you don’t have little stories to make sure you keep up with or the pressure of doing something that you really don’t want to do because you weren’t honest from the beginning.    Oh my gosh how much less complicated things are when you are direct and honest.  Rather than calling a friend or thinking about something for days- you know how you feel - be direct and honest and move on to the next.  Most things aren’t actually as big of a deal as we make them out to be.    You don’t have little white lies to keep track of, and you don’t hold on to the burden of things.  Think about how much more effective it is to talk to someone directly about something that is bothering you rather than not talk to them and talk to other people who can’t do anything about it and it just makes the problem bigger and stirs up complication. Often times, when you go straight to the source and you are honest, you can clear up miscommunications really quickly.   Being honest doesn’t mean just saying the first thing that comes to mind and bulldozing other peoples feelings. To me it’s completely the opposite.    When I think about what’s the best solution or the best way to handle a situation, it’s simple. Just be honest.  If someone asked me to invest in a company, and it’s not a good fit, I tell them that rather than making up an excuse, that’s not true          Examples!    At work! Direct approach: “Your report had a lot of valuable information, but the formatting and structure made it difficult to follow. We need it to be more organized to ensure clarity.” With empathy and compassion: “I can see how much effort you put into this report, and that’s really appreciated. I know making adjustments might feel like extra work, but a clearer structure will help showcase the quality of your insights even more.”     With kids! Direct approach: “You can’t stay up past your bedtime. It’s not allowed.” With empathy and compassion: “I know you really want to stay up longer and finish your game, but you need rest to feel good tomorrow. Let’s set a time to finish it tomorrow after you’ve slept well.”   Direct approach: “You didn’t clean your room, so you can’t go to the party.” With empathy and compassion: “I can see that cleaning your room wasn’t fun or easy, but it’s important to follow through on your responsibilities. Since you didn’t finish, you won’t be able to go to the party today, but we can plan something fun when you finish it later.”   Direct approach: “You hit your brother, and that’s not acceptable.” With empathy and compassion: “I saw you hit your brother, and that’s not okay. I understand you were upset, but hurting others is not how we solve problems. Let’s talk about why you were angry, and we can figure out better ways to handle those feelings next time.” With spouse!    Direct approach: “I don’t feel like you’re meeting my emotional needs.” With empathy and compassion: “Lately, I’ve been feeling like I need more emotional connection between us. I know we’ve both been busy, but I really miss the deeper conversations we used to have. Can we find some time to reconnect and share more with each other?”   Direct approach: “You’re not doing your share of the housework.” With empathy and compas

    26 min

  7. SEP 18

    303. How To Be Awesome At Making One Change That Will Make You 10X More Productive

    If you struggle with getting things done and being productive - I have one strategy, one change that will make you 10 times more productive.   I love working with and studying high achievers and this one skill is something they all have.     We’re going through how most people tackle tasks and make decisions and how high achievers do.  And then, how you can start doing things this way right away.    It’s one shift in how you do every thing, that changes the game.    We are learning into the power of undivided attention, leading to more effective, efficient, and high-quality outcomes.   Focus on one thing at a time - do it the very best you can, then move on.   It’s mono-tasking at it’s finest.        On the daily...   Improved Quality of Work: When you dedicate your full attention to a single project, you can dive deeper into the details and nuances. This focused effort often leads to higher-quality results. For instance, a writer working on a novel without distractions is more likely to produce a well-crafted manuscript compared to if they were juggling multiple writing projects. Faster Completion Time: By concentrating on one task, you minimize the time lost to context-switching. For example, a software developer who focuses solely on debugging a specific piece of code can resolve issues faster than if they were constantly shifting between debugging and feature development. Enhanced Problem-Solving: Monotasking allows you to immerse yourself fully in a problem, which often leads to more creative and effective solutions. Consider an architect working on a building design; uninterrupted focus enables them to explore innovative solutions and address potential issues more thoroughly. Reduced Stress and Burnout: Handling multiple tasks simultaneously can be overwhelming and lead to stress. Monotasking reduces this strain by simplifying your workload. For instance, a project manager who tackles one project at a time can manage deadlines and expectations more effectively, reducing the risk of burnout. Increased Mastery and Expertise: Focusing on a single project allows you to gain deeper expertise and mastery in that area. For example, a researcher concentrating on one scientific study can develop a more nuanced understanding and contribute more significant findings than if they were dividing their attention among several studies.       In the big picture, in the words of Alex Hormuz…  “The only way to achieve extraordinary results is to focus on one thing at a time and become obsessed with it.” “Your ability to focus on one thing for an extended period of time is directly correlated with your success.” “Success comes from the ability to concentrate your energy and efforts on a single goal until it’s achieved.”

    25 min

  8. SEP 13

    302. How To Be Awesome At Having Strategic Reactions

    In this episode, we are talking about having strategic reactions instead of emotional ones.   All day every day we are faced with situations in which we have opinions and emotions. But that doesn’t mean we have to act on them.   It may seem so foreign at first put overtime, it’s the most empowering thing, because your energy is not wasted, and you don’t have unnecessary headaches.    Asking yourself two things - is this worth my energy and what is the end result I want?    It takes training to not act on your emotions but it’s crazy powerful.  You keep so much more of control of your life and the situations you are in.   This episode will save you heartache, stress and will certainly get you more of what you want.    Before you send the text or the email - sleep on it and decide in the morning.    Emotions don't require actions!   Thinking through- what happens AFTER this … is so helpful!    What is the end result that I want?    If you go nuclear on someone -    We should think of the end goal in mind.    I want them to not do that again.  I don’t want them to retaliate. If you are trying to avoid retaliation, then it’s better not to throw the rock.    Often times I just want to get the F out of the conversation.    So how about just agree and move on.    Examples:  Someone says to you..  “You’re fit because you’re lucky.  You have good genetics so it comes easy to you."   You say, Ya, it’s nice.      Maybe something triggers you politically.   Maybe someone says something uncalled for or inappropriate.      You should probably learn how to do ___ before trying it. Like what do you even know about it?      You don't always have to set them straight or stand up for yourself.  Control what you can control.     THINK 2 steps ahead.   Often times it’s honesty.   Just tell the truth.         It’s just so powerful for all stages of life.     You have to separate you feeling something and you acting on something.   You may feel angry at your co-worker but jabbing at them will only make your work life miserable.    You have to resist things that might make you feel better in the moment.    Create space and time!   When you feel something and have the desire to act on it - since we want to make as logical of decisions as we can.   If we make more logical decisions, we want to create space from when we feel and when we act.    Just because you feel something doesn't mean to act on it.    You’re most likely to regret decisions that you make immediately after something - your instant reaction.     CHEERS to your super power of controlling your emotions and having strategic reactions!

    28 min
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The How To Be Awesome At Everything is a podcast about our journey to be the best that we can in everything we do. To be intentional about how we spend our time and how we treat our bodies and how the thoughts that we think and words that we say create the world that we live in. What started as a folder of life lessons to share with her kids one day has become a podcast with over one million downloads. Always with a growth mindset, Lindsay presents topics that she thinks are worth hitting pause on life to focus on. She shares her successes (and failures!) in business and in life and her journey to be awesome at everything.

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