Episode 29: Leadership and the Space

In this episode, we delve into the crucial but often overlooked skill of directing attention inward for personal and professional development. We discuss the dangers of being solely externally focused and the benefits of internal focus, including dealing with past traumas and enhancing leadership abilities. Bill shares a personal story about his journey through grief, addiction recovery, and rediscovery of self through meditation, therapy, and the practice of Internal Family Systems (IFS). The conversation covers various methods for achieving internal awareness and space, such as meditation, IFS, and the teachings of Byron Katie and Viktor Frankl, emphasizing the importance of self-inquiry and the power of choice in responding to life's challenges. The episode aims to inspire listeners to explore inner work for greater fulfillment and effectiveness in their roles as leaders and individuals. Show notes: 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Hosts 00:57 The Power of Internal Focus and Attention 04:37 Personal Journey: From Loss to Learning 08:50 Discovering the Space Between Stimulus and Response 10:25 Exploring Meditation and Mantra Repetition 18:33 Leadership and the Importance of Inner Work 20:31 Surrendering to Improve Productivity and Effectiveness 22:48 Exploring Emotional Reactions and the Power of Presence 23:19 The Impact of Past Experiences on Present Behavior 24:05 Understanding the Role of Parts in Our Reactions 27:31 The Exercise: Identifying and Understanding Automatic Reactions 38:29 The Journey to Internal Safety and Beyond ━━━━━━━━━━ Links and Resources: • “The Work” by Byron Katie: https://thework.com/ • Learn more about IFS Coaching with Bill Tierney at ⁠⁠⁠www.billtierneycoaching.com⁠⁠⁠ • Learn more about coaching with Martin Kettelhut at ⁠⁠⁠www.listeningisthekey.com⁠⁠⁠ • Learn more about IFS at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.IFS-institute.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠