Humanising

Virginia Holden

Join us Gini Holden and Maheen Mohammadally #humanising the podcast where we take the lid off your programmes and prod around so you can then chose to liberate yourself or stay; now with this knowledge, at least you have a choice.

Episodes

  1. 03/16/2024

    Permission to do What You Want

    Summary In this conversation, Gini and Maheen explore the concept of permission and its impact on our lives. They discuss the role of locus of control and how external factors can influence our decision-making. They delve into the power structures that exist in society and the importance of questioning authority. The conversation highlights the need to give ourselves permission to think differently and challenge the rules that may limit us. Ultimately, they emphasize the importance of examining our personal rules and boundaries to create a more empowered and fulfilling life. In this conversation, Gini and Maheen discuss the impact of fear and risk on our decision-making process. They highlight how our attachment to familiar situations and fear of the unknown can hold us back from progress. They emphasize the importance of breaking free from these limitations and questioning the locus of power in our lives. The conversation concludes with a reminder to find our own path and not be controlled by societal programming. Takeaways Permission is often influenced by external factors and power structures in society. Locus of control plays a significant role in how we perceive permission and make decisions. Questioning authority and challenging the rules can lead to personal growth and empowerment. Giving ourselves permission to think differently and take risks can lead to new opportunities and experiences. Fear and risk often prevent us from taking action and exploring new opportunities. Our attachment to familiar situations can hinder our ability to move forward. Questioning the locus of power helps us understand who benefits from our actions. Finding our own path and not being controlled by societal programming is essential for personal growth.

    41 min
  2. 02/17/2024

    The Discomfort of Change Part 3

    How do we think about change? This conversation explores the discomfort of change and the power of thought in managing change. It delves into the bell-shaped curve of risk and the roles of risk-takers, rule-makers, optimizers, and influencers in driving change. The conversation also examines the resistance to change in the late majority and the impact of childhood programming on our thoughts and beliefs. It emphasizes the importance of feeling uncomfortable and embracing discomfort as a catalyst for growth and healing. The conversation concludes with the need to pause, reflect, and accept all versions of ourselves in order to navigate change effectively. In this conversation, Maheen and Gini discuss forgiveness, acceptance, and the pursuit of perfection. They explore the concept of accountability and judgment, as well as the idea of breaking societal rules. They delve into the importance of questioning thoughts and perceptions, and the impact of the gaze on self-image. The origins of thought and power are examined, along with the value of embracing discomfort and the mind-body connection. They also discuss the rewards of change and the significance of sitting in discomfort. Finally, they explore finding one's reward system and activating the parasympathetic nervous system.   Takeaways Change is uncomfortable, but it is an inherent part of human evolution. Understanding your own risk quotient can help you navigate change more effectively. Thoughts and beliefs are often shaped by childhood programming, but they can be examined and changed. Embracing discomfort is necessary for personal growth and healing. Accepting all versions of yourself is crucial for navigating change and embracing new possibilities. Forgiveness and acceptance are important for personal growth and self-compassion. The pursuit of perfection can be detrimental and lead to dissatisfaction. Questioning thoughts and perceptions can lead to personal growth and understanding. Embracing discomfort is necessary for change and personal development. Finding a reward system and activating the parasympathetic nervous system can help in the process of change.

    58 min

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Join us Gini Holden and Maheen Mohammadally #humanising the podcast where we take the lid off your programmes and prod around so you can then chose to liberate yourself or stay; now with this knowledge, at least you have a choice.