Deep Without the Heavy: Rethinking Self-Reflection Without the Burden

About this episode

The episode explores overcoming the inner critic and engaging in meaningful conversations without emotional burdens, while also discussing the significance of the Lunar New Year.

Chris, Toby, and Stu dive into the challenges of overcoming the inner critic and the realities of transitioning from corporate leadership to consulting. The guys dive into the differences between "deep" and "heavy." Find out what it means to have deep, meaningful conversations without carrying unnecessary emotional heaviness. There is always room for joy and laughter! Finally, Stu has suddenly become Lunar New Year "expert," giving an unexpected poignant look at what we can take from this being the "Year of the Horse."

People in this episode

Hosts: Chris, Toby, Stu

Topics covered

• self-reflection
• inner critic
• corporate leadership
• consulting
• deep conversations
• emotional heaviness
• Lunar New Year
• Year of the Horse

Keywords

• joy
• laughter
• transition
• consulting

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Deep Without the Heavy: Rethinking Self-Reflection Without the Burden

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