The Focused Mindset Podcast Cher Kretz

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In this episode of the Focused Mindset podcast, Cher Kretz discusses the concept of toxic positivity and how it can affect our emotions and conversations. Toxic positivity is the rejection of negative emotions and the constant focus on positive ones. Cher emphasizes the importance of honoring and validating all of our emotions, as they make up who we are. She explains that toxic positivity can damage relationships and lead to suppression of real emotions, which can manifest in other negative ways. Cher provides strategies for practicing empathy, validating emotions, and moving from problem-focused to solution-focused conversations.
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You want to have meaningful conversations, but relationships are complicated, and opportunities are missed. This is why I created the three-day conversation navigation challenge, and you can now join for free with this link.  ALSO, you will get a 50% discount code for my Conversation Navigation Bundle that will give you both audio and video training and two courses and my book 30 Days to Higher Hopes sent to you. 
TEDx: How to Lead with Hope: Solution Focused Conversation Navigation https://youtu.be/Am3ZoF53BS0?si=ZaflEtnhsdjgJ2oN
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Chapters
00:00Introduction
08:18Understanding Toxic Positivity
14:38The Damaging Effects of Toxic Positivity
33:54Moving from Problem-Focused to Solution-Focused Conversations
45:16Conclusion
 

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Joe George discusses his new book, 'Solution Focused Trifecta,' a hands-on guide to implementing solution-focused practice. In presentations and resources, he emphasizes the importance of focusing on the why, what, and how. Joe shares his journey of discovering a solution-focused approach and getting trained and certified in different solution-focused branches. He also talks about the value of interviewing experts in the field and learning from their various approaches. The conversation highlights the benefits of a solution-focused approach in building relationships, promoting ownership, and achieving quicker results. The conversation discusses the importance of a solution-focused mindset and the benefits of using solution-focused strategies in counseling. They highlight the value of Joe George's workbook, 'Solution Focused Trifecta,' which provides practical activities for embracing and understanding solution-focused principles. They also emphasize the need for a simple and accessible way to implement solution-focused strategies in counseling. They discuss the role of school counselors in promoting solution-focused approaches and the potential for collaboration between different solution-focused practitioners. The conversation concludes with information on connecting with Joe George and accessing his resources. www.solutionfocusedfuture.com or email Joe at Joegoargesff@gmail.com 
 
TEDx: How to Lead with Hope: Solution Focused Conversation Navigation https://youtu.be/Am3ZoF53BS0?si=ZaflEtnhsdjgJ2oN
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Patreon Tip Jar:  Your generous support helps me create more free resources and keep this podcast going strong. Thank you. https://thefocusedmindset.ck.page/products/tips-4-cher
You might ask: Cher, how did you go from being a school counselor to a top-ranked podcast host? It's because of the business support at SPI (Smart Passive Income). Here is my unique affiliate link to check it out: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/community/?via=cher-kretz

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Now to the episode! We are celebrating episode 200 with a peek behind the scenes of all 40 amazing conversations I have had with my previous guests on The Focused Mindset Podcast. We have come a long way, baby! From me re-recording my first episode 5 times only to realize I used the wrong setting, and it sounded like I was in an echoing cave! Eventually, I got that first one up, and the rest is history. In this episode, I tell you how I managed to learn how to podcast and grow it to hit the top 100 in the USA podcast charts.  I talked about Pat Flynn and SPI Smart Passive Income and how much his courses and community helped. You can get that same hope by checking out his ALL ACCESS community. I will be writing my first college-level course on communication navigation on SPI Pro all-access next month with the Horos Guide to Creating a Course, and you can take that course with me with the SPI all-access pass!
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Each of my guests has been so special and amazing, so let me share with you how each one helped to shape this podcast. These solution-focused conversations have helped so many people, and I am grateful.
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Today, we are talking to Louise Hajjar Diamond, who gives us guidance about how to help kids thrive in their tween and early teen years when they are in middle school.  
 
Louise Hajjar Diamond has been a school counselor since 1990 in Florida. She earned a master’s degree in Counseling and Human Systems and a bachelor’s in Psychology from Florida State University. She counsels students, parents, faculty members, and administrators on issues of student adjustment, mental health, and motivational behavior. She has also served as the exceptional student education coordinator for her students. 
Her experience in school counseling, child development, and education has led her to write dozens of articles for parenting and professional publications for over twenty years. She is the author of the parenting book Creating the Balance: Parenting Through the Middle School Years 
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Start the free Solution-Focused  3-day training here: https://www.thefocusedmindset.com/leadwithhopechallenge 
You want to have meaningful conversations with the people you love, but too many times, life gets in the way, and opportunities are missed. This is why I created the three-day conversation navigation challenge, and you can now join for free with this link. This is one step you can take to start new conversation habits. I will discuss each day in the next three episodes and why they are so impactful. I will be your guide to get the most out of your communication. As a bonus, you will grow stronger yourself. ALSO, you will get a 50% discount code for my Conversation Navigation Bundle that will give you both audio and video training and two courses and my book 30 Days to Higher Hopes sent to you. 
TEDx: How to Lead with Hope: Solution Focused Conversation Navigation https://youtu.be/Am3ZoF53BS0?si=UpkdtqARLUcnPXaT 
Instagram: Cher Kretz The Focused Mindset Podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/cherkretz_thefocusedmindset/
Patreon Tip Jar:  Your generous support helps me create more free resources and keep this podcast going strong. Thank you. https://thefocusedmindset.ck.page/products/tips-4-cher
 

Start the free Solution-Focused 3-day training here: https://www.thefocusedmindset.com/leadwithhopechallenge.
 You want to have meaningful conversations with the people you love, but too many times, life gets in the way, and opportunities are missed. This is why I created the three-day conversation navigation challenge, and you can now join for free with this link. This is one step you can take to start new conversation habits. I will discuss each day in the next three episodes and why they are so impactful. I will be your guide to get the most out of your communication. As a bonus, you will grow stronger yourself. ALSO, you will get a 50% discount code for my Conversation Navigation Bundle that will give you both audio and video training and two courses and my book 30 Days to Higher Hopes just for participating in the challenge.
TEDx: How to Lead with Hope: Solution-Focused Conversation Navigation: https://youtu.be/Am3ZoF53BS0?si=avhmxOglpCBLtjZ8
Start the free Solution-Focused 3-day training here: 
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