Living with Heart: From Birth to Death 78 - Out of the Pit: Living in Recovery
Jul 29, 2025
Explore the pitfalls of leadership and how they can derail personal and professional lives. Discover the importance of authentic connections and how they bolster recovery. Delve into the pressures leaders face, balancing personal wellness with expectations. Learn about breaking toxic cycles shaped by cultural norms and the significance of embracing vulnerability. Hear personal anecdotes illustrating the journey of recovery rooted in love and authenticity, emphasizing our shared struggles and the necessity of seeking help.
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Recovery Often Feels Like Losing Influence
- Leaders fear that getting healthy will cost respect and influence.
- Chip Dodd argues recovery actually makes leaders more of what followers need: a human example.
Coffee With Ruth That Challenged Heroism
- Bryan described fainting spells, sleeplessness and physical collapse from driving himself.
- An older woman named Ruth offered him permission to be healthy, which he initially resisted.
Driving Leadership Hides What You're Running From
- Leaders often drive by what they are running from, not by calling alone.
- Chip Dodd says performing as an example can mask insecurity and create frenetic, ego-driven behavior.
