Notes on Resilience

Send us a textTo close out 2024, I reviewed answers to the question I asked all my guests this year: If you could have dinner with any historical figure who would it be and why?This episode highlights the profound impact of these figures from the past and some of the not-so-distant past. This episode touches on themes of resilience, family connections, literary influences, and the legacies of activists who shaped society through their courage and actions. • Guests reflect on the importance of personal role models • Resilience can originate from familial connections • Influential literary figures serve as sources of inspiration • The significance of activism in shaping societal change • Intersectionality enriches the understanding of resilience • Lessons from historical figures inform contemporary challenges • Engaging with personal and historical narratives deepens connectionsGo to https://betterhelp.com/resilience or click Notes on Resilience during sign up for 10% off your first month of therapy with my sponsor BetterHelp. Support the show__________ Producer / Editor: Neel PanjiInvite Manya to inspire and empower your teams and position your organization as a forward-thinking leader in well-being, resilience, and trauma sensitivity.Please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your listening platform of choice. It really helps others find us.#trauma #resilience #compassion #MentalHealth #CompassionateLeadership #leadership #survivor

Send us a textHave you ever wondered how resilience can transform not just individuals but entire communities and organizations? It has been an enlightening journey as the host of Notes on Resilience. In this special episode, we look back at the lessons learned from my fabulous guests over the last two years.Through candid conversations with experts, we have explored many angles of resilience and compassion. The stories we've shared on the podcast reveal that resilience is intrinsically linked to compassion and empathy, especially in leadership, where creating supportive environments can lead to thriving teams and leaders. Resilience isn't merely about bouncing back—it's a transformative process of growth and understanding.We also examine the connection between trauma and healing, emphasizing the need for leaders to cultivate spaces where individuals feel truly seen and supported. Navigating change, whether personal or organizational, presents its own set of challenges and can be an opportunity for growth.Join me as I reflect on these themes and insights and illuminate how we can all contribute to a more compassionate and resilient world.Go to https://betterhelp.com/resilience or click Notes on Resilience during sign up for 10% off your first month of therapy with my sponsor BetterHelp.Support the show__________ Producer / Editor: Neel PanjiInvite Manya to inspire and empower your teams and position your organization as a forward-thinking leader in well-being, resilience, and trauma sensitivity.Please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your listening platform of choice. It really helps others find us.#trauma #resilience #compassion #MentalHealth #CompassionateLeadership #leadership #survivor

Send us a textJoin us as we uncover the profound impact of gratitude on personal growth, leveraging the small, positive shifts that can lead to a more fulfilling life in this final episode in the Life Transitions series.We discuss the transformative power of resilience with Debbie Weiss. She shares her insights on cultivating a mindset that not only acknowledges emotions like sadness but also empowers you to take responsibility and move forward and offers strategies for creating a vibrant life by weaving in positive elements daily. Debbie Weiss is a Canfield Certified Trainer in the Success Principles, an entrepreneur running both an insurance agency and her online store, “A Sprinkle of Hearts,” host of the “maybe I can” podcast, inspirational speaker, family caregiver, and mother. She is an expert in chasing your own dreams in spite of your circumstances. She is the best-selling author of the memoir “On second thought,...maybe I can" as well as a co-author in the Amazon best seller collaborative book “Heart Whispers”. Debbie's soon-to-be-published book, “The Sprinkle Effect: A Guide to Living a More Colorful and Fulfilling Life,” adds another vibrant chapter to her literary journey.You can reach Debbie on her website or LinkedIn.Go to https://betterhelp.com/resilience or click Notes on Resilience during sign up for 10% off your first month of therapy with my sponsor BetterHelp. Support the show__________ Producer / Editor: Neel PanjiInvite Manya to inspire and empower your teams and position your organization as a forward-thinking leader in well-being, resilience, and trauma sensitivity.Please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your listening platform of choice. It really helps others find us.#trauma #resilience #compassion #MentalHealth #CompassionateLeadership #leadership #survivor

Send us a textGrief is an emotional journey that is often misunderstood, and it's not just about losing a loved one. On this episode of our life transitions series, grief coach Kate Nudds unpacks the layers of grief that stem from various life changes, such as divorce or financial loss. Have you ever felt pressured to "move on" too quickly after a significant life change? Kate talks about the societal expectations that complicate our natural grieving process, how cultural influences shape our perception and management of grief, the importance of community support, and challenge the idea that grief should be a fast-tracked process.This episode sheds light on how grief affects individuals and those around them. We also explore the necessity of creating spaces for open and honest conversations about grief and discuss how unresolved grief can surface in unexpected ways. The episode broadens the scope of grief beyond bereavement, recognizing that loss also includes experiences like losing a pet or enduring a significant life transition.Kate Nudds is a grief coach. She helps clients move from grief to growth by using their grief as a catalyst for change. Her passion for grief coaching stems from her own experiences with loss. She understands firsthand the overwhelming impact that grief can have on every aspect of life, from emotional well-being to physical health and relationships. It can feel very isolating, as if you'll never find joy or happiness again. f.You can reach Kate on her website, Instagram, or via email at: kate@grievethenachieve.co.ukGo to https://betterhelp.com/resilience or click Notes on Resilience during sign up for 10% off your first month of therapy with my sponsor BetterHelp. Support the show__________ Producer / Editor: Neel PanjiInvite Manya to inspire and empower your teams and position your organization as a forward-thinking leader in well-being, resilience, and trauma sensitivity.Please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your listening platform of choice. It really helps others find us.#trauma #resilience #compassion #MentalHealth #CompassionateLeadership #leadership #survivor

Send us a textWhat happens when life throws you a curveball, and resilience feels like an elusive dream? Join us for this next episode in the Life Transitions series to talk with Dr. Ebony Stone, a resilient voice in the world of coaching and personal growth, to explore how communities can uplift us during life's transitions. Her approach to resilience, emphasizing lessons learned and positive impacts, challenges us to redefine strength beyond the traditional narrative of merely pushing forward.We discuss the power of pausing and pivoting. Resilience is not just a relentless forward march but sometimes a gentle step back to process and make mindful choices. These intentional pauses remind us to savor every day and find clarity amid chaos, and give us a fresh perspective on navigating life's inevitable twists and turns.Dr. Ebony Stone wears many hats: corporate executive, entrepreneur, practitioner scholar, leader, mentor, author, speaker, and coach. She has led diverse teams across various levels of corporate structures, from entrepreneurial startups to large organizations. This extensive experience has fueled her passion for development, particularly in coaching women to become their best selves.She is the author of  The Power of the Pause: When a Female Executive Can No Longer Hide Behind High Functioning Anxiety and Depression, which delves into her personal struggles with anxiety and depression, offering a candid and empowering narrative that encourages women to embrace their vulnerabilities. By sharing her story, she aims to inspire others to own their narratives and find strength in their unique experiences.Dr. Stone's authenticity, transparency, and candidness set her apart in her niche. As a high-achieving black woman, she understands the pressure to hide imperfections. However, she now recognizes that these so-called imperfections are what make us unique and drive our passions. Dr. Stone's message is clear: the effort to live up to unrealistic expectations can hinder us from realizing our true potential. Instead, she encourages embracing our journeys' beauty and greatness, which lies in our authenticity.You can reach her on her website, on Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn or email her at info@drebonystone.com. You can purchase her book on Amazon.Go to https://betterhelp.com/resilience or click Notes on Resilience during sign up for 10% off your first month of therapy with my sponsor BetterHelp. Support the show__________ Producer / Editor: Neel PanjiInvite Manya to inspire and empower your teams and position your organization as a forward-thinking leader in well-being, resilience, and trauma sensitivity.Please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your listening platform of choice. It really helps others find us.#trauma #resilience #compassion #MentalHealth #CompassionateLeadership #leadership #survivor

Send us a textHave you ever wondered how you can redefine resilience in your life?Join us for the first episode in our new series: Life Transitions: Building Resilience in Change. We talk with Glenn Cohen, a master neurological life coach, to shatter the common misconception of resilience as just an emotion. Instead, he reveals that resilience as a fundamental human right, accessible to everyone. He explains how early life experiences shape our resilience and how confronting discomfort can transform self-beliefs. Resilience isn't a one-dimensional concept; it's a complex tapestry woven from our choices and experiences. By understanding these forces, we learn how the prefrontal cortex plays a crucial role in decision-making during adversity. This journey through resilience highlights the importance of choice and self-discovery, leading us toward healing, purpose, and growth.Transitioning in life requires a balance between introspection and action. We unravel the challenges faced by those who may not naturally lean into introspection and discuss strategies to embrace mindfulness and break habitual cycles.Glenn S. Cohen is a Master Neurological Life Coach and the founder of the Center for Neurological Intelligence. Clients celebrate him as “a guardian angel for empowering relationships!” Glenn guides thousands of couples and individuals to heal unresolved neurological wounding and establish deep meaningful connections. He passionately shares his knowledge and modality of neurological intelligence with the world. He lives and practices in South Carolina, and you may find him at www.centerforni.com, on LinkedIn, or on Instagram.Go to https://betterhelp.com/resilience or click Notes on Resilience during sign up for 10% off your first month of therapy with my sponsor BetterHelp. Support the show__________ Producer / Editor: Neel PanjiInvite Manya to inspire and empower your teams and position your organization as a forward-thinking leader in well-being, resilience, and trauma sensitivity.Please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your listening platform of choice. It really helps others find us.#trauma #resilience #compassion #MentalHealth #CompassionateLeadership #leadership #survivor

Send us a textEver wonder how to maintain genuine human connections in our digital age?Join us as we unpack this with Scott Grates, a versatile author, podcaster, entrepreneur, and coach, who brings a wealth of knowledge on nurturing trust and personal connections in business and life. Together, we explore the timeless value of H2H (human-to-human) interactions and discuss the powerful role of authentic personal relationships that businesses fundamentally thrive on.We also talk about intentional relationship-building and how technology should complement, not replace, these personal interactions, even as digital communication becomes increasingly prevalent. Scott shares strategies for consistently showing up for the right people at the right times, underscoring the impact of small gestures like handwritten notes.  Balancing work and personal life in a tech-driven world is no small feat. We address the evolution of professional relationships, the psychological impacts of virtual versus in-person interactions, and strategies for maintaining a healthy work-life balance. From setting boundaries through "isolation blocks" for focused work to empowering resilient leadership amid digital distractions, Scott offers actionable insights for fostering well-being and empowering teams to thrive. Tune in to gain a fresh perspective on preserving the human touch in an era defined by digital connectivity.Scott Grates is a USA Today national best-selling author, podcast host, TEDx speaker, entrepreneur, and sought-after consultant for small business owners. As the leader of multiple thriving businesses that started from zero—and now generate millions of dollars annually, Scott understands the challenges faced by small business owners in their relentless pursuit of success against corporate behemoths. Scott is on a mission to arm entrepreneurs with the transformative power of relationship optimization in their communities. Scott teaches the Infinite Referral Advantage system in his most recent book, Referrals Done Right. As a father of three children, Scott also has a lifelong passion for bringing real-world knowledge to students prior to graduation so they are better prepared for their careers after the classroom. You can learn more about Scott on his website or on LinkedIn, Instagram, or Facebook. You can listen to his podcast: Referrals Done Right.Go to https://betterhelp.com/resilience or click Notes on Resilience during sign up for 10% off your first month of therapy with my sponsor BetterHelp. Support the show__________ Producer / Editor: Neel PanjiInvite Manya to inspire and empower your teams and position your organization as a forward-thinking leader in well-being, resilience, and trauma sensitivity.Please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your listening platform of choice. It really helps others find us.#trauma #resilience #compassion #MentalHealth #CompassionateLeadership #leadership #survivor

Send us a textCan technology truly unite us, or does it just add to the noise in our tech-heavy lives?Listen in to the next episode in our technology and well-being series as I talk with Chris Lucas, co-founder and CEO of Ompractice. He joined us for an enlightening discussion about technology, mindfulness, and the all-important human connection. He draws from his unique journey in public health and yoga instruction to reveal how digital tools can enrich rather than undermine our relationships. We unravel the complexities of building digital health initiatives with integrity, guided by his commitment to transparency and inclusivity and emphasizing a balance between compassion and financial sustainability. Chris’s insights highlight the importance of engaging with people's diverse experiences and striving for genuine inclusivity without seeking praise for simply doing what’s right. Chris gives us hope--that meaningful connections and compassionate leadership can transform lives.Chris Lucas is a co-founder and CEO of Ompractice. Prior to his long tenure as the first Digital Director for a wellbeing brand, he was a public health policy staffer for the Alzheimer's Association and the American Cancer Society. A certified yoga teacher since 2010, Chris taught yoga at White House events for six years during the Obama Administration. He's been retained as a digital consultant and in-house technologist to numerous professional athletes, sports teams, consumer and fitness brands. He lives in Northampton, Mass. with his wife, daughter, and dog.You can learn more about Ompractice on its website, learn more about Chris on his website or reach him on LinkedIn.Go to https://betterhelp.com/resilience or click Notes on Resilience during sign up for 10% off your first month of therapy with my sponsor BetterHelp. Support the show__________ Producer / Editor: Neel PanjiInvite Manya to inspire and empower your teams and position your organization as a forward-thinking leader in well-being, resilience, and trauma sensitivity.Please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your listening platform of choice. It really helps others find us.#trauma #resilience #compassion #MentalHealth #CompassionateLeadership #leadership #survivor

Send us a textHow is technology reshaping our well-being?In the next episode of our technology and well-being series, Ameeta Soni a leader in digital health, enlightens us about the transformative role of digital tools in healthcare, especially in the mental health landscape and remote work environments. We explore how platforms like Microsoft Teams and AI note-takers are enhancing productivity and balancing work-life demands while underscoring the need for mindful engagement with technology.She discusses the necessity of inclusivity in digital health initiatives, ensuring they serve everyone, regardless of their abilities or digital know-how, and talks about the breadth of digital health tools available today, from apps that assist with diet and medication management to those aiding in the management of chronic illnesses such as cancer. She highlights the importance of these technologies being accessible and the critical need for transparency and voluntary participation to safeguard privacy, particularly when discussing mental health.Ameeta Soni drives growth for technology and digital health companies as a chief marketing officer, growth advisor, investor and board director. Ameeta has facilitated funding, M&A, and IPOs and successfully developed new products and markets, generating billions of dollars. She is a member of the supervisory board of publicly held Esker, a global leader in AI-driven process automation solutions. She also serves on the Maroon Venture Partners Fund's investment committee and holds board roles with portfolio companies, including Ompractice, a digital wellbeing platform. In her consultancy, Ameeta works with publicly traded and PE/VC-backed companies, enabling successful funding and exits and often serving as an interim C-Suite executive. You can learn more about Ameeta on her LinkedIn profile or her website: Altek Consulting. Go to https://betterhelp.com/resilience or click Notes on Resilience during sign up for 10% off your first month of therapy with my sponsor BetterHelp. Support the show__________ Producer / Editor: Neel PanjiInvite Manya to inspire and empower your teams and position your organization as a forward-thinking leader in well-being, resilience, and trauma sensitivity.Please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your listening platform of choice. It really helps others find us.#trauma #resilience #compassion #MentalHealth #CompassionateLeadership #leadership #survivor

Send us a textWhat are the secrets to regaining control over your attention?In the next episode of our technology and well-being series, Gloria Mark shares the alarming decline of our focus span, which has plummeted from two and a half minutes in 2004 to a mere 47 seconds today. Together, we explore how digital devices, social media, and algorithms are vying for our attention and highlight the importance of consciously engaging in activities that nurture longer attention spans. Learn how social dynamics and personal traits affect our focus and discover strategies for reclaiming your mental clarity amid the technological noise. Whether it's through turning off notifications or practicing meta-awareness, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you navigate the digital world and build a more focused, resilient you.Gloria Mark is Chancellor’s Professor Emerita at the University of California, Irvine, and has spent ten years as a visiting senior researcher at Microsoft Research. For over two decades, she has researched the impact of digital media on people's lives, studying how using our devices affects our multitasking, distractions, mood, and behavior. She has also been a Fulbright scholar and has received the prestigious NSF Career grant. Her work has been widely recognized outside of academia: she has appeared on The Ezra Klein show, NPR’s Hidden Brain, Sanjay Gupta’s CNN Chasing Life, CBS Sunday Morning, Dax Shepard’s Armchair Expert, among many others. Her work has been featured in the popular media, e.g. New York Times, Wall Street Journal, NPR, The Atlantic, BBC, and others. Her recent book is Attention Span: A Groundbreaking Way to Restore Balance, Happiness and Productivity, was named by The Globe and Mail as the #1 Best Business and Management book of 2023, and chosen as the Season 20 selection of the Next Big Idea Book Club.You can reach Gloria on her website www.gloriamark.com. You can find her book on her website or at your favorite bookstore, and read her weekly Substack: Future of Attention.Go to https://betterhelp.com/resilience or click Notes on Resilience during sign up for 10% off your first month of therapy with my sponsor BetterHelp. Support the show__________ Producer / Editor: Neel PanjiInvite Manya to inspire and empower your teams and position your organization as a forward-thinking leader in well-being, resilience, and trauma sensitivity.Please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your listening platform of choice. It really helps others find us.#trauma #resilience #compassion #MentalHealth #CompassionateLeadership #leadership #survivor