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Sherry Walling
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The ZenFounder podcast is a combination of interviews with successful entrepreneurs, conversations with experts, and honest reflections on entrepreneur life, focused on helping entrepreneurs practice better mental health. Forbes called it one of the 12 best podcasts for entrepreneurs. Host, Dr. Sherry Walling, is a clinical psychologist, coach for entrepreneurs and startups, and best-selling author. She is an expert in trauma, stress and burnout, and her research has been published in academic journals such as the Journal of Traumatic Stress. She has also endured being married to a serial entrepreneur for 23 years.

  1. 2월 20일

    Episode 411: Don't Get Rid of Fear

    In this intimate conversation, Dr. Sherry Walling explores our relationship with fear and why it is not something to override or dismiss. Drawing from both psychology and her experience as a circus aerialist, Dr. Sherry explains how fear functions as a warning system in the body signaling potential danger, asking us to slow down, and inviting attention.  Rather than treating fear as a weakness or obstacle, this conversation reframes fear as information, a signal worth listening to.  This episode is an invitation to develop a more mature relationship with fear, one that allows it to inform decisions, clarify priorities, and protect what matters most, without letting it run the show. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why fear is often misunderstood as weakness instead of wisdom The difference between listening to fear and letting fear run the show Why emotional fears (shame, failure, rejection) deserve attention, not avoidance The role of fear in helping us prioritise what truly matters #ZenFounderPodcast #DrSherryWalling #FearAsInformation #NervousSystemWisdom #EntrepreneurMentalHealth #EmbodiedLeadership #Presence

    13분

  2. 2025. 10. 17.

    Episode 410: 4 Entrepreneurial Mindsets That Can Hurt Your Family Life (And What to Do Instead)

    Entrepreneurs are great at leading teams, making decisions, and optimizing time. But what happens when those same skills show up at home—and start to hurt your closest relationships? In this episode, Dr. Walling shares the 4 entrepreneurial mindsets that often cause trouble at home—and what you can do differently. Self-importance around time – why treating family moments as “below you” creates distance. Productivity over presence – how chasing efficiency can crowd out play. Reviewing family members like employees – why constant appraisal kills safety and connection. Expecting instant implementation – what happens when you “CEO” at home. And last, the best lessons you can actually learn from family life — lessons that will make you a stronger, more human leader.

    12분

  3. 2025. 06. 20.

    Episode 409: How to Actually Integrate Psychedelic Insights into Daily Life

    Entrepreneurs are keen to push themselves to grow and become the best version of themselves. As early adopters, they’re often open to immersive experiences that accelerate their personal and professional development. But when it comes to non-ordinary state experiences like psychedelics, deep retreats, even personal breakthroughs, too many skip the most essential part: integration. In this episode, Dr. Sherry Walling breaks down exactly what it means to integrate a transformative experience into your daily life. Whether you're navigating a psychedelic journey or simply returning from an immersive retreat, this conversation offers practical tips for slowing down, listening in, and making your growth real. You'll learn: How to decipher the kinds of “messages” you receive during a journey How to build a 4-month plan around new values, habits, or intentions Why busyness is the enemy of growth—and how to build in space for listening Subscribe to Sherry’s newsletter: tinyurl.com/ZenFounder

    16분

  4. 2025. 06. 13.

    Episode 408: 5 Traits Entrepreneurs Share with Artists

    Is Entrepreneurship a Creative Act? In this episode, Dr. Sherry Walling shares what producing a full-scale circus show taught her about the creative process of entrepreneurship. From the vulnerability of putting your work in public to the emotional risk of innovation, Sherry explores how the mindset of an artist can unlock better products, deeper audience connection, and long-term fulfillment as a founder. #Entrepreneurship #CreativeLeadership #MentalHealth #Startups #Founders  #Vulnerability #CreatorEconomy

    18분

  5. 2025. 05. 23.

    Episode 407: Navigating Family Pain Without Shutting Down

    Did you know that 27% of Americans are actively estranged from at least one family member? In a world where ideological division is high and screens are the most consistent recipient of our attention, our families are quietly fracturing. In this special episode, clinical psychologist Dr. Sherry Walling reflects on the beautiful, painful, complicated terrain of family life.  Inside this episode: – Why family can be our deepest source of pain—and our greatest opportunity for healing – The psychological dynamics of individuation, estrangement, and reconciliation – A radical practice for staying close: becoming a neutral observer Whether you're in the thick of parenting, navigating loss, or redefining what family means to you, this episode is an invitation to reflect, feel, and begin again. Learn more about the Familia circus show: https://www.touchingtwoworlds.com/familia Read the book: https://www.touchingtwoworlds.com/free-chapters Get support o...

    16분

  6. 2025. 05. 16.

    Episode 406: How to Reclaim Desire

    Do you ever ask yourself what you really want? Not what’s profitable. Not what’s a good business decision. Not what’s righteous, or best for your team. Just… what you want. In this episode, clinical psychologist Dr. Sherry Walling invites you into a deeply personal—and radically freeing—conversation about desire. As a founder or leader, you’ve been trained to prioritize discipline, service, and strategy. But too often, that comes at the cost of your own longing. Inside this episode: Why desire isn’t hedonism—it’s data A framework for “desiring well” The reason most humans fear giving in to desire Want deeper support in your founder journey?

    13분

  7. 2025. 05. 09.

    Episode 405: How to Regulate Big Emotions

    Ever find yourself saying things you regret in the heat of the moment? Or spiraling after a client complaint, a bad email, or your kid melting down in public? In this episode, clinical psychologist Dr. Sherry Walling breaks down how high performers lose control of big emotions—and how to get it back. Inside this episode: – What’s actually happening in your body when you get triggered – How to catch your reaction early—before your nervous system hijacks your behavior – Simple ways to calm your body fast (breathwork, water, scent, music) – What past experiences may be quietly running the show when you feel attacked or out of control Whether you’re a founder, a parent, or both—this is the toolkit for staying regulated when life gets hard.

    20분

  8. 2025. 04. 25.

    Episode 404: How Founders Can Make Better Decisions: The Framework You Haven’t Tried

    Do you ever feel like you’re at war with yourself? One part of you wants to hustle, scale, dominate the market. Another part wants to sell the business, move to the woods, and sleep 10 hours a night. And then there’s the voice panicking about churn, cash flow, and that very unhappy customer email you can’t stop thinking about. You're not broken. You're not alone. You're just... human. In this episode, clinical psychologist Dr. Sherry Walling introduces a powerful framework you probably haven’t tried: Internal Family Systems (IFS). This psychological model helps founders better understand their competing inner voices—and make smarter, more aligned decisions. Inside this episode: – Why some parts of you want to grow your business—and others want to burn it all down – The real reason ignoring your “inner child” can lead to burnout – How to recognize fear-based decision-making before it wrecks your strategy – A practical exercise to map your Internal Founder System #FounderLife #...

    16분
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The ZenFounder podcast is a combination of interviews with successful entrepreneurs, conversations with experts, and honest reflections on entrepreneur life, focused on helping entrepreneurs practice better mental health. Forbes called it one of the 12 best podcasts for entrepreneurs. Host, Dr. Sherry Walling, is a clinical psychologist, coach for entrepreneurs and startups, and best-selling author. She is an expert in trauma, stress and burnout, and her research has been published in academic journals such as the Journal of Traumatic Stress. She has also endured being married to a serial entrepreneur for 23 years.

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    Sherry Walling
  • 방송 연도
    2015년 - 2026년
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    200
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