最佳Karen Choi播客 (2024)

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Backstory Live! Film and Facial Hair w/ Imran Khan and Nedda Sarshar 16:14

11M ago16:14

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Recorded live at Reel Asian 27 in November 2023, Imran J. Khan, director of the feature film "Mustache" and Nedda Sarshar director of the short film "Unibrow" discuss filmmaking and facial hair while snacking on classic Canadian butter tarts. Reel Asian's own Samir Ballou is their guide. *please excuse our tech difficulties, so if you're watching o…

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Backstory Live! Take the S-Express to DQ 23:34

11M ago23:34

23:34

Recorded live at Reel Asian 27 in November 2023. Filmmakers from our S-Express showcase of Southeast Asian short films (try to) talk about film while tasting DQ (Dairy Queen) treats for the first time. Featuring Mickey Lai (dir. A Worm, Whatever Will Be, Will Be), the team from "Ms. Pontianak" Alina Wong JinKei (director), Raja Adam Iskandar (produ…

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Backstory Live! "The Golden Screen" w/ Jeff Yang ft. Madelyn Chung 1:16:13

11M ago1:16:13

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Recorded live at Reel Asian 27 in November 2023, culture critic and author Jeff Yang discusses his new book "The Golden Screen: The Movies That Made Asian America" with Madelyn Chung, Founder and Editor in Chief at the RepresentAsian Project. In this episode they discuss the trajectories of Jeff's career tracking Asian American popular culture from…

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Backstory Live! BIG FIGHT IN LITTLE CHINATOWN ft. Karen Cho and Friends of Chinatown TO 56:08

1+ y ago56:08

56:08

RA26 Film BIG FIGHT IN LITTLE CHINATOWN director Karen Cho sits down with RA programmer Vidhya Elango and Friends of Chinatown TO member Alex Hong to discuss the film's sprawling but intimate look at Chinatowns across North America. Karen, Alex, and Vidhya expand on joy and struggle and how these Chinatowns hold a special place in our cities and co…

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Better Book Clubs In and Beyond the Classroom with Sara Kugler and Grace Choi 43:00

1+ y ago43:00

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In her comprehensive guide, Better Book Clubs: Deepening Comprehension and Elevating Conversation, literacy coach and staff developer Sara Kugler shows you how to combine the power of book clubs with assessment-driven instruction to support your students as they talk and think about texts together. Using authentic book club conversations as an asse…

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Food for Thought with Jasmine Gui 47:04

1+ y ago47:04

47:04

Backstory returns after a post-festival hiatus to usher in the launch of the fourth edition of TACLA’s Youth Critics Initiative (YCI), an annual incubator that guides emerging writers over the course of six months to produce critical works in a variety of formats in conversation with Reel Asian’s festival programming. Recorded in October during pre…

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Talking About Race in the Elementary Classroom: Matthew Kay and Jennifer Orr 16:23

1+ y ago16:23

16:23

In this episode of Teacher’s Corner, we tune into a conversation between Matthew Kay and Jennifer Orr, authors of We’re Gonna Keep On Talking: How To Lead Meaningful Race Conversations in the Elementary Classroom. They discuss how they chose the book’s title, productive strategies for talking about race with young children, and what readers can exp…

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Conferring Across Math and Literacy with Gina Picha, Maria Walther, and Karen Biggs-Tucker 34:31

1+ y ago34:31

34:31

Whether its literacy or math, the goal of conferring with students is to understand student thinking and support their learning in the moment, nudging them forward through brief, informal conversations. Today’s podcast features Gina Picha, author of Conferring in the Math Classroom, and Maria Walther and Karen Biggs-Tucker, co-authors of The Litera…

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A Peek Behind the Cover of We’re Gonna Keep On Talking with Matthew Kay and Jennifer Orr 16:36

1+ y ago16:36

16:36

What should conversations about race look and sound like in the elementary classroom? How do we respond authentically and truthfully to children’s questions about the world? And how can we build classroom communities that encourage these meaningful conversations about race? Matthew Kay and Jennifer Orr take on these questions and more in We’re Gonn…

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RA26: Romeo Candido Artist Talk w/ Amanda Parris 48:39

1+ y ago48:39

48:39

To celebrate the launch of his inaugural Kalabaw Bursary for Filipinx filmmakers, long time filmmaker, musician, and do-it-all maestro Romeo Candido reflects on his career in this candid conversation with the also-super-talented writer/producer Amanda Parris. The conversation was recorded prior to the 2022 Reel Asian Film Festival where Romeo was h…

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Backstory Live! UNIDENTIFIED ft. Jude Chun 51:47

2y ago51:47

51:47

RA26 Film UNIDENTIFIED finds Jude Chun unraveling some of the mysteries behind his indie sci-fi feature, trojan horses in genre films, his round about journey to filmmaking, and how to plan and execute a globe-trotting set piece finale. In the second half, Jude joins Aram for "Come Eat With Me" where Jude is reminded of a Toronto specialty of days …

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EP37: A Change is Coming 26:10

2y ago26:10

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由Karen Choi

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Backstory Live! - THE GRIZZLIE TRUTH ft. Kat Jayme 54:28

2y ago54:28

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RA26 Centrepiece Film THE GRIZZLIE TRUTH continues Kat Jayme's quixotic quest to keep the memory of the Vancouver Grizzlies alive. Reel Asian's Aram Siu Wai Collier is joined by Kat to get behind the scenes on the making of the film, the many characters met in her journeys (including "Swole Bibby"), her NBA analog, and possibly the quickest answer …

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EP36: Learning to Fight for Love 29:26

2y ago29:26

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由Karen Choi

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Backstory Live! - RICEBOY SLEEPS ft. Anthony Shim and Seung-yoon Choi 1:30:20

2y ago1:30:20

1:30:20

RA26 Opening Night Film RICEBOY SLEEPS has been collecting awards on the festival circuit. Reel Asian's Aram is joined by writer/director Anthony Shim and lead actress Seung-yoon Choi to get behind the scenes on the making of the film, their inspirations, their guilty pleasures, and the eternal battle of whether rice is superior to noodles. Anthony…

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Haunted Haw Flakes 56:09

2y ago56:09

56:09

Trick or treat? Kelly and Aram review each other’s favourite and most-loathed nostalgic Halloween candies, after sharing their memorable horror film watching experiences. Plus, some ASMR. Happy Halloween from the Backspooky team! Mentioned in this episode: No Question: Unico Is The Most Horrifying Children's Movie Ever Made This episode uses or men…

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EP35: Enter Your Zone of Genius 39:23

2y ago39:23

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由Karen Choi

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EP34: Create to Connect 29:09

2y ago29:09

29:09

Create to connect. That's it. If that's the root of your intention, what matters most, then come back to it when you feel lost. This episode offers a few ways. I create this podcast to connect with you. So please don't be shy. You can find me on Instagram @karenchoi.co and send a note. Tell me what you love or hate about the podcast. Ask a question…

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EP33: Why I Became a Life Coach 28:45

2y ago28:45

28:45

Are you curious why someone would become a life coach? Everyone's path is different. Here's what mine looked like. From a bachelor's degree in Economics to life coach. Not really a career path that makes immediate sense. Connect with me on LinkedIn and let's talk about career leaps that seem way out of bounds are actually in total alignment with pu…

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EP32: The Subtle Art of Authenticity 30:26

2y ago30:26

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Authenticity is not as easy as "just be yourself". It can be hard to pinpoint or nail down. When you experience authenticity at play though, that's undeniable. Over the last 3 years, I've developed a proven framework of Authenticity that I call "The Muse's Journey". It's for the muse who wants to do it her/his/their own way. It's a starting point o…

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EP31: Secret to Highly Efficient Self-care 31:08

2y ago31:08

31:08

What's the top reason (or maybe excuse) people have for not practicing self-care? Time, money, energy are usually the top three. You're busy! I get it. And you still need to take care of yourself. In this episode you'll get my secret to making time for highly efficient self-care. The kind that gives you exactly what you need, sustains you for a whi…

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Road Trip pt. 3 with Brian Hu (San Diego Asian Film Festival) 38:56

2y ago38:56

38:56

Backstory hits up the west coast on this edition of the Road Trip series, joining Brian Hu, Artistic Director of San Diego Asian Film Festival, to discuss the long history of Asian American cinema, the importance of film criticism in a world of takes, and the future of Asian American filmmaking beyond Hollywood. San Diego Asian Film Festival is hos…

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EP30: What I Love About Astrology 50:51

2y ago50:51

50:51

Do you play with the stars and planets, archetypes and symbols, personalities and psychology? I've loved Astrology since I was a pre-teen. Secretly reading the horoscopes of my friend's mom's Cosmopolitan magazines. Since then, my interest and knowledge of Astrology has deepened. It's so much fun and I just want to share that with you here. Join th…

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EP29: Let your face look like you feel something 42:02

2y ago42:02

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Do you ever catch yourself staring at a beautiful person? Like wide-eyed, slack-jawed, stopped in your tracks, in awe and admiration? There are 3 muses whose beauty elicited this very visceral reaction in me. Thing is, I'm not talking about pretty, pretty. I'm talking about a kind of beauty that transcends conventional (boring) pretty. I want to sh…

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EP28: Taking your creative aspirations off the pedestal with Kathleen Yamazaki 51:04

2y ago51:04

51:04

What creative aspirations do you have perched up on a pedestal? How might that be separating you from actually doing the thing? What would it feel like to bring it closer? I invited Kathleen Yamazaki for a conversation about letting go to grow. She's a muse and friend, fabric artist and mother, bird lover and writer. You'll be inspired by her insig…

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EP27: Awareness is your Superpower 26:00

2y ago26:00

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It's true. Awareness is your superpower. So let's show it some love by giving it more attention! If you want to build your awareness muscles and use them for your highest good, but not sure how, I'd love to help you with that. You can shoot me a DM on Instagram @karenchoi.co. Or book a chat to experience the power of coaching and see if we're a mat…

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EP26: 3 questions to let go of what others think and embrace who you are 36:41

2+ y ago36:41

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You can't be authentic if you're hung up on what other people think. In this episode I offer you 3 questions that take you through the process of letting go so you can embrace who you truly are. Let me know what you think! You can shoot me a DM on Instagram @karenchoi.co. Or if you want to let go to grow through coaching, book a chat.…

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EP25: What does Authenticity mean to you? 33:13

2+ y ago33:13

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Authenticity has become one of the buzziest of buzz words. Yet it means so much more than a trend. That thought both delights and worries me! In this episode, I hope to prevent our beloved "authenticity" from becoming a meaningless word. I share what authenticity means to great thinkers and artists, the dictionary, the etymology, and we pull it all…

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Something Fishy 21:36

2+ y ago21:36

21:36

Aram introduces Kelly to a quintessential Asian diaspora fast food meal. Plus, a preview of what’s to come on Backstory (more mukbang?). This episode was recorded on video! Watch it on Spotify or YouTube. Links Writer Jane Hu on the Filet-o-Fish and her Chinese-Canadian upbringing This episode uses or mentions the following multimedia samples and s…

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EP24: Permission to experiment with yourself 28:30

2+ y ago28:30

28:30

Come for a walk with me. I'm living on the wild side of podcasting and taking our audio outside! Gasp. Yes, the courage to experiment, do different, take risks, see what happens. It's live and in action. Pardon the passing garbage trucks. Uncertainty can be fun! If you want to dive deeper, book a free discovery call with me. You'll experience trans…

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EP23: Are you choosing comfort or efficiency? (Part 2 of 2 Internal & External Processors) 27:29

2+ y ago27:29

27:29

What if you've been processing one way all your life and the other way is actually more beneficial for you? This is part 2 of 2 in the exploration of operating as internal and external processors. What works best for you? You'll hear how I've been applying this new awareness and how it's changing everything! If you want to dive deeper, book a free …

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Songs for the Soul-stice 21:36

2+ y ago21:36

21:36

Kelly and Aram are back with another highly curated (and definitely not algorithmic) selection of k-pop tracks for the summer. Recommended for finding yourself (and discovering your inner bad boy) on a late night drive. Check out the YouTube playlist here. Links From the Backstory archives: S2E05: “Play Me” and last year’s playlist on YouTube and S…

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EP22: Do you think to talk or talk to think? (Part 1 of 2 Internal & External Processors) 28:44

2+ y ago28:44

28:44

When it comes to processing thoughts, feelings, ideas, issues...do you think to talk OR talk to think? Understanding thinking style as internal and external processors can help you communicate better, avoid misunderstandings, hold more compassion, and create the results you want. Knowing this about yourself will make you more efficient and give you…

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EP21: Finding courage to speak your truth 31:49

2+ y ago31:49

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For the muse who was told (or scolded), "If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all." So how do we find the courage to speak our truth? In this episode you'll learn three ways to step out of your comfort zone and allow yourself to be heard. If you want to dive deeper, book a free discovery call with me. You'll experience tran…

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EP20: The Jelly Bean Theory Will Save Our World 14:30

2+ y ago14:30

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I have a theory based on a study of the Wisdom of Crowds. To me, it is evidence that shows we need to engagement of our global, full human collective. Everyone's voice must be heard. Authenticity and Inclusion will save our world. Grand isn't it? I believe it's possible in the smallest to greatest of ways. It's our collective challenge and calling.…

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EP19: Make Space For Yourself 24:30

2+ y ago24:30

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Do you have self-care fatigue? I'm quite frankly rather bored if not straight up over the term. So I offer an alternative in secret muse fashion. Make space for yourself. Listen to this episode for a reminder of what makes you a muse, and why making space for yourself is the better way. You'll also hear four ways that I make space. It's kind of my …

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EP18: Confidence or Ego? 19:33

2+ y ago19:33

19:33

You want to show up confident without being too egotistical. Does that conundrum sound familiar? Because so many of us are encouraged, if not threatened to stay small and meek. Don't let your head get too big. The higher you climb, the harder you fall. Gosh, we're afraid to be confident. And that actually leads to us showing up with a lot of ego. L…

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EP17: 3 ways to flex your perspective 30:07

2+ y ago30:07

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Perspective is usually associated with our eyes. What we look at. How we see life. In this episode, I invite you to consider a different perspective on perspective. Listen to the lesson inspired by a recent pain in my neck. You will learn how to stretch, heal, and strengthen your perspective. Who knows, this perspective might be a game changer for …

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Stacey Shubitz and Lynne Dorfman: Welcome to Writing Workshop 48:38

2+ y ago48:38

48:38

Stacey Shubitz and Lynne Dorfman in discussion with Stenhouse’s Bill Varner. Stacey and Lynne are veteran writers and educators, and together co-authored the recent book Welcome to Writing Workshop: Engaging Today’s Students with a Model That Works. As you’d expect, today is all things writing workshop, including structure, small group instruction,…

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EP16: Rebel your conditioned mind 21:29

2+ y ago21:29

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If your mind's been running the show for too long, it's time to take charge! In this episode, we meet at your inner boardroom table and have a chat with Brain. We tell it who's boss with one of my favourite power songs "Don't Rain On My Parade" from Funny Girl. Stay true and keep in touch. Sign up to get my love letter here: https://museinthemiddle…

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EP15: Practicing Anti-Perfectionism 35:23

2+ y ago35:23

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Perfect or bust. Where my perfectionists at? In this episode, we break down perfectionism and take on anti-perfectionism. You'll get three of my anti-perfectionist practices. It's an inner revolution! And it's very imperfect. Stay true and keep in touch. Sign up to get my love letter here: https://museinthemiddle.substack.com/…

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EP14: What words make you cringe? 18:31

2+ y ago18:31

18:31

I experience logomisia. You probably do too. In this episode, we explore word aversions. There's a very specific word that comes up in personal development that bothers me a lot. I'll share what that is and how I reframe it to work for me. I hope this conversation gets you noticing, what words create resistance in you? Stay true and keep in touch. …

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What Does Teacher Appreciation Look Like? 24:30

2+ y ago24:30

24:30

Paula Bourque, Matthew Kay, and Terry Thompson discuss the myth of the perfect teacher, what we get wrong—and right—about teacher appreciation, and how we can show appreciation year round. Original Airdate 2020. Links: Paula Bourque: Spark! https://www.paulabourque.com @LitCoachLady Matthew Kay: Not Light, But Fire https://www.notlight.com @MattRKa…

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EP13: Keep these ANTs out of your kitchen 23:34

2+ y ago23:34

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Keep those ANTs out of your kitchen! I'm talking about those pesky Automatic Negative Thoughts that quickly take over if we don't spray the first one we notice. In this episode, I help you recognize five ANTs, how they show up, and create a spray to keep them away. Inspired by a children's book called "Captain Snout and the Super Power Questions; D…

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EP12: Karen's Messy Musings 23:40

2+ y ago23:40

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We want to be seen fully for who we are. Yet are we willing to be fully seen? Including our foibles? In this episode, I'm letting you in to my messy musings. Get permission to lean into yours and make some magic. Stay true and keep in touch. Sign up to get my love letter here: https://museinthemiddle.substack.com/…

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EP11: How to use gratitude to feel less annoyed 19:11

2+ y ago19:11

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I had a complicated and turbulent relationship with my dog Arlo. Until I totally flipped it in just 14 days! In this episode, you’ll learn how to use Gratitude to feel less annoyed. Hit Subscribe/Follow so you never miss an episode. New show comes out every Tuesday. Leave a Rating and Review which will help other modern muses find us too! Sign up t…

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Road Trip pt. 2 with Melissa Bisagni (Washington DC Asian Pacific American Film Festival) 1:12:27

2+ y ago1:12:27

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Emerging from our winter and covid lockdowns, we take an audio road trip to visit with film festival friends along the East Coast. We talk about the joys and challenges of our respective cities and festivals and detail the intricacies of how the (festival) sausage gets made. Road Trip pt. 2 features Melissa Bisagni, Festival Director at the Washing…

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Road Trip pt. 1 with Selena Yip (Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival) 38:28

2+ y ago38:28

38:28

Emerging from our winter and covid lockdowns, we take an audio road trip to visit with film festival friends along the East Coast. We talk about the joys and challenges of our respective cities and festivals and detail the intricacies of how the (festival) sausage gets made. Road Trip pt. 1 features Selena Yip, Festival Director at the Philadelphia…

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EP10: How's Imposter Syndrome working for you? 13:20

2+ y ago13:20

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Do you ever think to yourself “How did you get here? You’re not supposed to be here? You don’t belong, you must be a fraud!” In this episode, let’s turn Imposter Syndrome over on its head. It’s not working for us and I’m tired of it! Hit Subscribe/Follow so you never miss an episode. New show comes out every Tuesday. Leave a Rating and Review which…

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E9: Recalibrate how we look at balance 10:37

2+ y ago10:37

10:37

When you think about balance in your life, what images come to your mind? Maybe a Libra scale or balance that measures weight or mass? Maybe somebody walking along a tightrope with their arms out to the sides? Maybe you picture a pie chart with one half for work and the other half for life. In this episode, I invite you to take a ride with me on th…

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