Pursue What Matters

Dr. Melissa Smith
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Pursue What Matters

What does it mean to love and work well? What’s required? What gets in the way? And how do I pursue what truly matters? Freud taught “Love and work are the cornerstones of our humanness,” and our ability to love and work well is deeply connected to our happiness in life. Working at the intersection of business and psychology, Dr. Melissa Smith helps you identify what it takes to love and work well, pursue what matters, and live with more joy today. Get clear on intention, lead yourself first, and thrive in love and work.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    Episode 259: Are you Thriving or Just Surviving?

    Are you feeling stuck in survival mode, wondering how to get through when there’s no end in sight? This week on the podcast, we’re exploring three core components of self-compassion: self-kindness, recognizing common humanity, and mindfulness. We’ll discuss how understanding these concepts can help you move beyond just surviving and start thriving.    Join me as we dive into practical ways to break free from survival mode and embrace a more compassionate approach to life. www.drmelissasmith.com/259-thrivingorsurviving

    19 min

  2. OCT 17

    Episode 258: 5 steps to Overcome a Crisis of Confidence

    Feeling anxious about taking action? It's normal—the highest anxiety often comes from anticipation. This week on the podcast, we're discussing how taking small steps can help overcome a crisis of confidence and reduce anxiety. We’ll dive into five key steps: get compassionate, get quiet, get perspective, get help, and get feedback. Join me as we explore each of these strategies in depth and learn how to regain your confidence.   www.drmelissasmith.com/258-overcomeconfidencecrisis

    24 min

  3. OCT 10

    Episode 257: Are you Experiencing a Crisis of Confidence?

    Have you ever experienced a crisis of confidence? If you haven't, you might not be truly living because ups and downs are part of life—whether at home, in relationships, or at work. This week on the podcast, we're exploring what happens when your confidence falters and how to navigate it. You're not alone, and there are valuable insights to help you through it. www.drmelissasmith.com/257-confidencecrisis

    22 min

  4. OCT 3

    Episode 256: Understanding the Window of Tolerance

    In psychology, we often explore tools that help us navigate life, and one of my favorites from the trauma literature is the Window of Tolerance. It's a powerful concept that I use both in clinical practice and leadership. It provides a framework for understanding our experiences and helps us manage them more effectively.   Tune in to today’s podcast episode to learn what the Window of Tolerance is and how you can apply it in your life.

    29 min

  5. SEP 26

    Episode 255: Do you Want a More Secure Relationship?

    If you've listened to the podcast before, you know I'm a bit of a geek about attachment. In today’s episode, we’re diving into the topic of secure attachment—a key factor in happiness, security, and healthier relationships.   Attachment forms early in life, and we all carry its impact with us. Without awareness, those early attachment issues can affect our present-day relationships.Join me as we discuss how to address relationship concerns and take small steps toward building a more secure attachment.

    34 min

  6. SEP 19

    Episode 254: Coping: are you helping or hurting yourself?

    Life is tough, and we all face stressors that impact our minds and bodies. When stress hits, our nervous system often reacts in ways that aren't always helpful.   Tune in today as we discuss how to manage these reactions and develop effective coping strategies. It's more than just finding comfort. It's about learning how to handle stress in a way that works.

    29 min

  7. SEP 12

    Episode 253: 5 Things I've Learned Since Last Season

    Hello! I hope you've had a wonderful summer while I've been away! I'm excited to get back into a new season of the podcast with you. One thing that's been a theme for this podcast, and my life, is that we should always be learning. So on this episode, I wanted to share 5 things I've learned since last season. Thanks for listening!

    31 min

  8. MAR 8

    Announcing our New Format!

    It's been a long road to get to 252 podcast episodes, and all I can say is thank you! It's been a great journey, and there's plenty more journey ahead of us. Our journey is going to look a little different moving forward: I'm excited to announce that I'll be releasing podcasts in seasons, just like many of your other favorite podcasts.  Follow along with me on Instagram at @dr.melissasmith for updates on the new seasons, and daily posts about the latest in leadership research.  So long for now, and remember: love and work, work and love, that's all there is.

    2 min
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What does it mean to love and work well? What’s required? What gets in the way? And how do I pursue what truly matters? Freud taught “Love and work are the cornerstones of our humanness,” and our ability to love and work well is deeply connected to our happiness in life. Working at the intersection of business and psychology, Dr. Melissa Smith helps you identify what it takes to love and work well, pursue what matters, and live with more joy today. Get clear on intention, lead yourself first, and thrive in love and work.

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  • Creator
    Dr. Melissa Smith
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2024
  • Episodes
    260
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    Copyright © 2020 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Pursue What Matters

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