In this episode, we dive into Brené Brown's powerful "Lake Travis Story," where she unpacks exactly why the phrase "the story I’m telling myself is" is so powerful that it is used both by fortune 500 CEOs and successfully married couples. This concept helps us engage more deeply with our emotions and assumptions, leading to more honest and vulnerable conversations. Brené uses a personal story involving her husband to illustrate how this simple phrase can shift our perspective and improve communication. By acknowledging the stories we create in our minds, we can navigate difficult emotions, strengthen relationships, and foster greater understanding and connection. Right up our coffee date alley, not so? Let’s dive in.
Ep 54. The Story I'm Telling Myself is...
Inspired and informed by Brene Brown's Book Rising Strong
Aug 06, 2024

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'Dirty Chai with Chio' is your career's podcast bestie. It's a business and career mindset podcast where we connect books with reality through candid and authentic conversations as we explore the essential elements of career triumphs, share research-backed habits to achieve different types of success, and embrace transformative mindset shifts. Whether you are in corporate, an entrepreneur, a mindfulness advocate, embracing the challenges of parenting and personal growth, or all of the above, like me, we unravel the threads that unite these diverse experiences under the common traits that define success.
'Dirty Chai with Chio' is your career's podcast bestie. It's a business and career mindset podcast where we connect books with reality through candid and authentic conversations as we explore the essential elements of career triumphs, share research-backed habits to achieve different types of success, and embrace transformative mindset shifts. Whether you are in corporate, an entrepreneur, a mindfulness advocate, embracing the challenges of parenting and personal growth, or all of the above, like me, we unravel the threads that unite these diverse experiences under the common traits that define success.Listen on
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