Women Worldwide with Deirdre Breakenridge

Have you ever had one of those moments when you just don't feel like you're in sync? Maybe your voice is shaky, you can't find the words that you want to use, and/or your body feels stiff. Join me as I fly solo today and share my tips to help you overcome these no-flow moments!

A no-flow moment is when, for whatever reason, your vocal cues, your verbal cues, and your body language are not synchronized, and I share with you how to get back into a synchronized flow! You, for starters, need to be able to recognize that you're having a no-flow moment, and I give you three no-flow moments and what you can do.

I walk you through the three different types of no-flow moments – the previously mentioned vocal cues, verbal cues, and non-verbal cues (or body language) – giving examples of each and tips on how to overcome them. These tips include mindful breathing, a verbal fluency test that can help you determine whether or not you're going to experience a verbal no-flow moment, and letting your hands flow rather than clasping them or restricting them.

These are all ways that you can help yourself so that your voice, your verbal cues, and your body language are all in sync, and I really hope that these tips are helpful for you! If you have any questions about any of what is discussed in this episode, please feel free to reach out!

Show Notes:

  • [0:13] – Deirdre is flying solo today!
  • [1:16] – Today's topic is on overcoming no-flow moments.
  • [1:39] – The first step is to recognize a no-flow moment when it happens.
  • [1:54] – Hear an example of a vocal no-flow moment.
  • [2:26] – Breathing is the best way to overcome a vocal no-flow moment.
  • [3:10] – Deirdre offers an example of a verbal no-flow moment.
  • [4:13] – Learn about a test that will help you anticipate a verbal no-flow moment.
  • [5:33] – The last one is non-verbal cues.
  • [6:13] – Deirdre argues that a lot of our body language is energy.
  • [6:53] – Discover how to combat a no-flow moment related to body language.
  • [7:29] – Reach out to Deirdre if you have any questions for her!

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Loss of any kind in one’s life is tragic and soul-altering. The grieving process that follows, while painful and difficult, is necessary in order to return to a place where you can live life to the fullest. Someone who knows a lot about this process is Kristine Carlson, the co-author of the book Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff

Richard Carlson, her late husband, wrote the book and was considered the foremost expert on happiness and stress reduction. Then one day in 2006, he left to go on a trip, and due to a pulmonary embolism, never made it home. 

This harrowing experience has forever altered Kristine’s life and her work. It was through the process of her own grieving that she realized how prepared she was despite the sudden nature of her loss. She had the tools to be able to find her way back to a life worth living. 

Much of that was due to her late husband’s work and the way they lived their lives together. 

What she realized is that most people do not have the same tools and practices to help them through loss of any kind. Now she’s using her experiences to help women all over the world find their way through grief to continue living their lives. 

Listen as she shares her story, her work, and most importantly her advice for anyone who is going through any kind of loss. Grief is not limited to loss through death. Any kind of loss can trigger grief. She’s here to help others grieve in a healthy way and find their way past it. 

Show Notes:

  • [02:29] Welcome Kristine Carlson.
  • [03:15] Is she best known for Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff
  • [04:12] Was the loss of her husband the beginning of her desire to help other women? 
  • [10:12] What would prevent someone from being able to move past their grief? 
  • [13:15] Her recommendations for practicing living in the present moment. 
  • [15:55] Breathwork and yoga, when done every day, can help you become more present. 
  • [18:37] It’s important to pay attention to how you’re feeling. 
  • [19:21] However, don’t isolate yourself in grief.
  • [22:06] Were there any AHA moments as she’s gone through life? 
  • [24:33] It’s important to find your way and figure out how to heal and what you need to heal. 
  • [28:04] A couple of things Richard said to her before he died have stuck with her.
  • [30:17] Her last piece of parting advice. 

Links and Resources:

Kristine’s Website

Kristine’s Books

Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff Podcast

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