

The Non-Anxious Leader Podcast
Jack Shitama
The Non-Anxious Leader Podcast uses a family systems theory approach to increase your spiritual, emotional and physical well-being so you can be the best leader possible. Each episode explores research and practical tips to help you be a personal and professional non-anxious presence.
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Apr 8, 2024 • 11min
Episode 273: 5 Reasons You Have Trouble Setting Boundaries
Non-anxious leaders know how to take a healthy stand with those who make them anxious. Understanding non-violent communication can help.
Show Notes:
Cup of Empathy - Marianne van Dijk
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Apr 1, 2024 • 12min
Episode 272: 6 Things You Need to Do to Be a Non-Anxious Leader (Rebroadcast)
Emotional intelligence and self-differentiation go hand-in-hand. Here are six ways EQ can help you be a non-anxious leader.
Show Notes:
6 Super Effective Ways to Show Your Emotional Intelligence at Work by Marcel Schwantes
Episode 122: How Emotional Intelligence Helps You to Be a Non-Anxious Presence (Part 1 of 2)
Episode 123: How Emotional Intelligence Helps You to Be a Non-Anxious Presence (Part 2 of 2)
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Mar 25, 2024 • 12min
Episode 271: 6 Ways to Avoid Choking in Anxious Situations
Learning to self-differentiate in anxious situations doesn't come naturally. Understanding the science of performing under pressure can help.
Show Notes:
Thinking About the Consequences in the Moment of Decision from Admired Leadership Field Notes
The science of performing under pressure with Sian Beilock from the Re-Thinking Podcast with Adam Grant
The Science of Choking Under Pressure by Alyson Meister and Maude Lavanchy
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Mar 18, 2024 • 10min
Episode 270: The Problem with Diagnosis (and How to Avoid It)
When we diagnose others, we avoid taking responsibility for self. Here's what that looks like and how we can do things better.
Show Notes:
Here's What Happens When We Stop Diagnosing Each Other by Kathleen Smith
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Mar 11, 2024 • 11min
Episode 269: 5 Ways to Stop People Pleasing
Many leaders who want to make an impact are people pleasers. Yet, this leads to over commitment and overwhelm. Here's how to stop.
Show Notes:
Cup of Empathy - Marianne van Dijk
Podcast Episode 230: How to Say "No" as a Non-Anxious Presence
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Mar 4, 2024 • 13min
Episode 268: How Self-Differentiation Breeds Self-Confidence (rebroadcast)
Non-anxious leaders have a confidence that is based in knowing their goals and values, as well as embracing humility, curiousity and courage. This is both attractive and influential. Here’s how it works.
Show Notes:
5 habits of confident people by Stephanie Vozza
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Feb 26, 2024 • 8min
Episode 267: Non-Anxious Leaders Don't Complain (and 5 ways to stop)
Complaining is not helpful to you or those you lead. Here's how to stop.
Show Notes:
The Happy Way to Drop Your Grievances by Arthur C. Brooks
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Feb 19, 2024 • 14min
Episode 266: 4 Ways to Be a Better Parent (and Leader)
This episode explores why parents are so annoying to their children from a family systems standpoint. Understanding how to do things differently will make you a better parent and leader.
Show Notes:
What makes parents so annoying, even to their middle-aged children? by Carolyn Hax
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Feb 12, 2024 • 15min
Episode 265: A Family Systems Take on The Five Dysfunctions of a Team
Patrick Lencioni's book, The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, helps you understand what makes for ineffective and effective teams. This episode tells you what you can do about it.
Show Notes:
The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni
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Feb 5, 2024 • 12min
Episode 264: 3 Ways Avoidance Increases Anxiety and 3 Things You Can Do About It
This podcast explores the concept of psychological avoidance and how it increases anxiety. It provides real-life examples and strategies for overcoming avoidance to reduce anxiety in relationships. The importance of taking responsibility and addressing difficult conversations is emphasized, with tips on preparation and expressing boundaries in a non-anxious way.