The Greg McKeown Podcast

1. What's Essential: The Birth of Essentialism with Anna McKeown

Jun 22, 2020

In this captivating discussion, Anna McKeown, co-creator of Essentialism and Greg McKeown's wife, shares insights into their journey of prioritizing what truly matters. They reflect on the emotional challenges of balancing professional aspirations with personal commitments, especially during childbirth. The duo emphasizes the vital role of gratitude in building a positive family environment and the importance of empathy while raising children with unique temperaments. Their conversation reveals the power of listening to one's inner voice to achieve a more fulfilling life.

51:10

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Anna McKeown

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The Power of Gratitude

01:22

Intro

3min

The Essence of Collaborative Creation

8min

Embracing Essentialism: Balancing Ambition and Reality

4min

Horses and Heartstrings

5min

Navigating Difficult Conversations and Celebrating Milestones

1min

Navigating Life's Milestones with Empathy

21min

The Transformative Power of Gratitude

4min

Discovering Your Inner Voice and Prioritizing Essentials

3min

Greg's first guest is his wife, Anna – listen in as they go back in time to the start of Essentialism, on that day when Greg realized he got it all wrong. Greg and Anna discuss the importance of family, gratitude, and not over-extending yourself and your time in order to create a positive home environment.

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Credits:

Hosted by Greg McKeown
Produced by Greg McKeown and Scratch Audiohouse
Executive Produced by Greg McKeown, Avi Gandhi, Brent Montgomery, and Ed Simpson
Co-Produced by Paul Dizon

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