Coffee Break Dianne Whitford

This is an episode we recorded back in July 2020 before the election madness. It's about how things like working on yourself, personal growth, and other seemingly "trivial" things can help you find a little balance amidst the craziness. Along with a few digressions about the pandemic and other current events, as per usual. Enjoy!

Music from Epidemic Sound:

- Enjoy the Heartbreak by Martin Hall
- Yes Darling by Orjan Karlsson
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Back from what some might consider a vacation, but I just consider a ton of WORK. This episode is one that Carter and I felt we needed to do, even though it felt weird, and a little awkward. Like many of you, we're trying to be better. Come join us as we talk through the idea of "all lives matter" versus "black lives matter". See what you think, and if it maybe gives you a different perspective. 

I hope you all are staying safe, being healthy, and taking good care of each other. Be good to one another. Talk to you next week!

Music via Epidemic Sound:
- Enjoy Your Heartbreak (Sting Version) by Martin Hall
- Limited Edition Love (Sting Version) by Anders Ekengren
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Today I'm joined by my friend Carter and we're continuing in the same vein of militant authenticity talked about in Season 3 Episode 6. Listen in as we discuss being an authentic jerk, how you may be defining yourself, and how - perhaps - patent leather pants aren't quite the thing for work. 

Being true to who you are is important. It can get in your way sometimes, too. How do you find the balance? How can you think about who you are in a way that still lets you be flexible, adaptable, and open to growth? Join us for a discussion!

Referenced in this episode:
S3E6: Militant Authenticity: https://coffeegritandinspiration.com/when-authenticity-gets-in-the-way/Coffee Break Podcast: making personal development accessible and helping people grow. One episode at a time.
Have a wonderful week!
Music via Epidemic Sound:
Enjoy Your Heartbreak (Sting Version) by Martin HallLimited Edition (Sting Version) by Anders EkengrenSupport the show

Multitasking is kind of one of those things where you might feel like you SHOULD be doing it, or maybe you think you should be doing it better. The reality is though, multitasking prevents you from doing an individual task well, it prevents you from actively listening, can damage your relationships, and can be flat-out dangerous. 

Join me, Emily, and John for a great discussion on multitasking, how it can hurt you, and what you can do to avoid it.

Coffee Break Podcast: making personal development accessible and helping people grow. One episode at a time.
Have a wonderful week!

Music via Epidemic Sound:
- Enjoy Your Heartbreak (Sting Version) by Martin Hall
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Even in the best of times, self-care and self-compassion are so very important. In these times, it becomes even more critical to safeguard your mental and physical wellbeing. Even though you may be locked down right now, there are things you can do to do your self-care even when stuck at home.

Referenced in this episode:
Coping with the Quarantine: 102 Self-Care Ideas & Activities to Do At Home | TCN Behavioral Health: https://www.tcn.org/news/2020/3/24/coping-with-the-quarantine-100-self-care-ideas-amp-activities-to-do-at-homeCoffee Break Podcast: making personal development accessible and helping people grow. One episode at a time.
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Music via Epidemic Sound:
- Enjoy Your Heartbreak (Sting Version) by Martin Hall
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Militant authenticity is when you have such a strong allegiance to "you being you" that you get in your own way. Or worse, you have a negative impact on those around you or their respect for you. I have always been a strong advocate for people being themselves, and I still strongly believe that. I also believe that we have choices about when and how to express that authenticity, and we can do it in a way that still allows us to be present to the needs and feelings of those around us. 
Referenced in this episode:
The Fine Line Between Helpful and Harmful Authenticity | Adam Grant | NY Times: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/04/10/smarter-living/the-fine-line-between-helpful-and-harmful-authenticity.htmlBook Review: Option B: https://coffeegritandinspiration.com/book-review-option-b-by-sheryl-sandberg/Coffee, Grit and Inspiration on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CGInspo/Coffee, Grit and Inspiration on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coffeegritandinspiration/Coffee Break Podcast: making personal development accessible and helping people grow. One episode at a time.
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Music via Epidemic Sound:
- Enjoy Your Heartbreak (Sting Version) by Martin Hall
Support the show