In this episode, Vicki Atkinson and I are back with one of our favorite guests, writer and retired psychologist, Dr. Gerald Stein. In this fascinating episode, we talk about the factors that keep us from accurately predicting how we’ll react in a situation or knowing what we want life to be. We talk about the … More Episode 60: The Perils of Prediction with Dr. Gerald Stein
In my early twenties I was a fan girl. No, not for popular bands like Van Halen or the Cars…not even Cheap Trick. Nope. The object of my attention and adoration was a psychologist. Of all the theories I encountered in my studies, stumbling into “Humanism” and the work of Carl Rogers changed my life. … More I’m a Fan Girl for Carl Rogers
One of my favorite quotes about listening is: “If you want to be truly understood, you need to say everything three times, in three different ways. Once for each ear… and once for the heart.” Paula Underwood Spencer I was reminded of that quote because this Friday we will be releasing our 60th Sharing the … More Deep Listening
Podcast episode with Todd Fulginiti about finding creative balance … More Episode 59: Creative Balance with Todd Fulginiti
The elderly woman held tight onto her checkbook in her hand and was trying to get the lawyer’s attention. He worked full-time as a family law and real estate attorney, but helped support his business by also serving as a local municipal solicitor. He had his back turned to the woman and was giving me … More One good deed deserves another
Podcast featuring writer and corporate communication leader, Brian Hannon. … More Episode 58: Creative Heart with Brian Hannon
In my last Heart of the Matter post I whined a little about my misfortune involving my spin bike – issues with the screen which hampered my workout for a few days. I persevered – using an App on my phone and complained about hubster Paul’s painstaking approach at problem-solving. I figured I dragged you … More I’m a Work-Arounder: Part D’Oh!
Problem-solving is my super power. That isn’t some humble brag – it’s an all out brag. 😊 I teach classes on problem-solving: BAM. I’m done. Might be the shortest post ever from me. Except, the years have taught me that my engineering brain doesn’t always see the full picture. People are opportunities to open, not … More Problem Solving Super Power
Podcast with author Chris G. Thelen about his thriller, Islands of Deception … More Episode 57: Becoming an Author with Chris Thelen
In my newest Art Talk with Libby Saylor podcast episode, I talk all about taking risks in the studio. In this episode, I go deep and try to uncover what really holds us back from taking chances in our studio. Ultimately, I think it comes down to getting comfortable with our imperfections, as well as getting comfortable with taking risks outside of the studio. I also share with you a super vulnerable whoops moment that I experienced from taking a chance, and how it’s all part of the beautiful process of learning how to be braver, so we can show up as the courageous artists this world so desperately needs. … More Taking Risks in the Studio
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