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Hello, and thank you for joining us today at Distracted by Life. Our Podcast is all about making change within yourself and your relationships. We share conversations, stories and explore ideas coming from our lifelong journey of the high points but especially the low points where we learned to face our fears or cope with pain, loss, and failure. We do this on a discovery quest to establish patterns around our past and understand whether we are tripping up from our past or being held hostage ...
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When we are going through troubled times, gripped by our own insecurities and fears, and carrying the pain of our wounds everywhere, we are often told to be courageous. We are told, either by the world or even by our own selves, that we need to be strong, pull it together, and fight it out. How many times do we hear that we need to be compassionate…
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Let me ask you this: How often do you feel powerless on any given day—overwhelmed by obligations and unrealistic expectations, stuck in situations that feel impossible to change, or victimized by people or emotions you can’t control? Yet, throughout all that, we are born with unlimited potential to grow, adapt, and succeed, in effect, making us inn…
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Gail Gazelle, MD. & Physician coach tells us - “When you say “yes” to something, you are always saying “no” to something else.” In times of change and uncertainty, it is critical that we practice advocating for our own needs, setting firm personal boundaries, and learning to say “no” when we need to. In today’s podcast, Amal will share her own pers…
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A powerful benefit of close relationships is having others there for us when things are going right in our lives. Research shows that the act of communicating positive events that happen to us with others is associated with increased positive affect and well-being. This is above and beyond the impact of the positive event itself. Additionally, when…
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Relationships are anything but simple. They are complex and demanding and can be rewarding only if we are willing to make the effort. And every relationship requires different kinds of effort and different intensities on different occasions. Is there a straightforward answer to what makes a relationship work or even last? No. Every relationship com…
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Want to bounce back better? Build your emotional resilience. “Resiliency is like a scale, with negative and positive experiences acting as counterweights.” In the face of widespread adversity, it’s normal to feel like you’ve lost control. Because you have. Your loss of control, however, has not taken away your ability to respond. And one of the way…
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Turn on the radio, open your emails, or flip on the tv and you’re sure to get barraged with bad news. There is a temptation to shut down— it’s a lot to take in, after all. Life can get us down, but there are ways to maintain hope in your life. For those who believe we can still make a difference on our planet, I encourage you to hang in there as we…
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Did you know the key to success isn’t talent? It’s confidence! Confidence leads to success because confident people are more willing to take risks, recover from setbacks, and view problems creatively. Not only can self-confidence give you a leg up in the professional world, but it can also impact your relationships. After all, self-confident people…
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Some clinical psychologists believe Integrating mindfulness into cognitive behavioral therapy, a.k.a. CBT, can provide profound relief from anxiety. Based on research - anxiety often develops when two things are true: 1) There’s an outcome we care about, for example, such as being present for our kids, and 2) The outcome is uncertain, which is almo…
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Today we’ll discuss how to declutter our social life in five simple ways. I know personally; I’ve done it myself in the past. I do believe it’s good to declutter or clean up your social media and keep your circle tight with people who are worth keeping. Discover more at amalcandido.com & follow me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.…
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When we avoid feeling what we feel, it tends to dampen all emotions. Anger is a hot emotion. It’s intense, making us want to act, lash out, and react with violence. It can feel dangerous to feel our anger, so many of us don’t. We avoid it at all costs, swallowing our emotions, holding back, and pasting a peaceful face over the bubbling rage on the …
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Just as our earth is a mix of terrains—from grassy hills and rivers to volcanoes and deserts—so is it filled with many types of individuals. While some people are as serene as an ancient forest, others are about as comfortable as a bed of rocks. What happens when one of these people plays a major role in our lives? Perhaps it’s a boss, parent, frie…
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Welcome to our series on Radical Self-care. You are listening to the Fourth of 5 topics. This series is meant to help you to refocus on your own self-care at work. Today we will talk about the Difference between Wanting and Willing. Joining us is Amal, who will help us explore each of the topics in this series. Discover more at amalcandido.com & fo…
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Welcome to our series on Radical Self-care. You are listening to the first of 5 topics. This series is meant to help you refocus on your self-care at work. Today we will talk about Workplace Burnout. Joining us is Amal, who will help us explore each of the topics in this series. Discover more at amalcandido.com & follow me on Facebook, Instagram, a…
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Welcome to our series on Radical Self-care. You are listening to the second of 5 topics. This series is meant to help you to refocus on your own self-care at work. Today we will talk about Feeling Happier at Work without Getting a New Job or Career. Discover more at amalcandido.com & follow me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.…
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Conflict at work is inevitable, and conflict at home is inevitable. Welcome to Part 2 of Changing the Conversation, specifically, Conflict Skills for Nice People. It is not a matter of if we experience conflict; it is a matter of when we will experience it and what our options are when we run into conflict. Discover more at amalcandido.com & follow…
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Conflict at work is inevitable, and conflict at home is inevitable. Welcome to Part 1 of Changing the Conversation, specifically, Conflict Skills for Nice People. It is not a matter of if we experience conflict; it is a matter of when we will experience it and what our options are when we run into conflict. Discover more at amalcandido.com & follow…
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In today’s podcast we’ll be discussing and exploring “what success model” we inherited from our childhood, society’s norms, views of success, and finally how we as authentic real individuals define success in our lives. Joining us today is Amal as she shares her journey and the myth regarding her own inherit model of success and placed expectations…
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In today’s episode, Amal talks about personal growth and change and how to create lasting change that sticks. Whether you are looking at change and growth professionally or on a personal level; How to make that shift to intentional lasting change has always been the question that keeps coming up in searches, podcasts, and articles. Amal discusses i…
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In today’s episode, we’re looking at work dynamics, specifically, Amal and I will unpack the question, of whether chemistry over talent is key to finding the right cultural fit or hiring for a role. For example, when we look at baseball teams, in some cases you will see a combination of chemistry and talent within the team, while there are other te…
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Do you ever hear a word a bit often and then finally question its meaning? Well, I listened to the word bravery the other day, and as I thought about it, I realized maybe it's more than just having guts. So I then asked Amal about it, and here she is today to discuss its meaning. Discover more at amalcandido.com & follow me on Facebook, Instagram, …
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Today, we’ll be exploring a universal topic that impacts many of us and has been supported with quite a bit of research and discussed often in blogs, and other podcasts. “Fear of Failure” is our topic and we’ll talk about some causes of our fear of failure and how it holds us back; and more importantly, how to overcome it, if at all possible. Disco…
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As we are social beings by nature, The need – or -desire to fit in can be quite strong for many of us. Perhaps this tendency to conform is caused by FOMO, otherwise known as the Fear of Missing Out, or it could simply be because humans are social creatures, and we usually want to fit in and be liked by others. But what if you decided to embrace you…
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The practice of gratitude as a tool for happiness has been in the mainstream for years. Long-term studies support gratitude’s effectiveness, suggesting that a positive, appreciative attitude contributes to greater success in work, greater health, peak performance in sports and business, and a higher sense of well-being. In Today’s episode, we explo…
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Is your past tripping you up? Do you carry the past around that at times it keeps us from taking action or perhaps, not taking any action at all? Do we allow it to make us risk-averse? As humans, we do fall every now and then “tripping on our past”. I think as long as we are able to notice and acknowledge what is happening around us at that moment,…
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Ah, the social media life…always sunny and always so positive….on the surface that is, while in the real world though we all face struggles that require us to be brave in life…. Braving life, showing courage. How do you brave life in this current state with all of life’s stresses held over our heads? Today we discuss braving life and everything in …
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Naturally, there are going to be storms in our lives—large and small. Our relationships, finances, health, and morality will all be put to the test at some point. These are the moments that build character. They show us who we truly are and give us clarity as to what we possess and those things we lack. The key to surviving the storms of life is bu…
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According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary’s definition of Integrity: The quality of being honest and fair; the state of being complete or whole; incorruptibility; soundness. So, in this episode what’s we are discussing here is emotional integrity I am a bit curious about this topic, and here with us Amal to share with us a little more… Discover m…
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In today’s episode, we will discuss Grit as our main topic. According to author Angela Duckworth, “Grit is passion and perseverance for long-term goals. Grit is holding steadfast to that goal." Let’s dive into this topic will Amal, there seem to be interesting and different views on Grit according to research, yet some believe there is not enough r…
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INTRO: Winston Churchill once said, "Success is not final; failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts." Too few concentrate on success and too few concentrate on their failure and build their life around that. "As a person thinks in their heart, so as they will become." In other words, what you believe about yourself inside is …
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In ‘Surrender,’ we’ll learn when to fight and when to accept the changing circumstances of our lives. For me, I guess to surrender means to give up entirely on something I expected way too much from. Maybe even going out of my way to avoid anything that may put me back into that situation again as it’s too stressful. Now the caveat here is that giv…
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Learning how to be your authentic self is a crucial part of building a meaningful life and genuine relationships. Authenticity happens when your words, actions, and behaviors consistently match your core identity. Today’s podcast is all about choosing authenticity, Amal and I will have a brief discussion on how to determine authenticity and How do …
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Lessons learned are experiences distilled from past activities that should be actively taken into account in future actions and behaviors. Amal is with us today ready to answer a few questions on lessons learned in her life both personally and professionally. She will also be sharing her insights on defining your own value. Discover more at amalcan…
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Have you ever thought about the wounds we go through in life, the scars we feel deep inside us, do you look at them as wisdom? Or do you allow these wounds to turn your life into misery and bitterness? In today’s episode Amal is going to discuss turning wounds into wisdom, using our own life experiences, and Amal’s observation and work with some of…
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Developing the right mindset early on is crucial for a successful, happy life. When kids learn that putting forth effort and using the right strategies can help them get better at things, they feel empowered and try harder. So how do we teach this simple and incredible concept to children or even adults? Joining us in today’s discussion is Amal who…
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Today’s topic is titled Irritation or Opportunity. When we get distracted by life’s events daily whether positive or negative, do we see set our sight on these daily events as irritation, or do we consider them opportunities to right a wrong or/ create a healthy habit? Here with us is Amal to discuss and share her own perspective on the topic. Disc…
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It’s about how difficult times can help us grow stronger, wiser, and more in touch with our purpose and passion. Amal and I will be looking back and sharing a couple of stories from our own difficult times and the personal transformation and discoveries that helped us blossom on the road to who we were meant to be. Discover more at amalcandido.com …
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In today’s episode, we discuss “the 5 hindrances to Self-Mastery with Amal.” You may remember a Ted Talk last year with Master Shi Heng Yi who spoke about life as a journey and to recognize that our experiences and how we respond to them will define whether we achieve the destination we seek. In effect, it is how we handle life’s challenges, facing…
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Welcome to Distracted by Life, in today’s episode, Amal speaks to embracing our imperfections and how we go about doing that, and what it looks like for us. This episode is a continuation of our previous episode titled Imperfection. Hello Amal, and welcome. So tell us your thoughts on embracing imperfections and how we go about doing that? Discover…
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Welcome to Distracted by Life, today's topic is “perfectionism.” I think the only way to start this off is simply by mentioning a quote. And it goes… “The thing that is really hard, and really amazing, is giving up on being perfect and beginning the work of becoming yourself.” – Anna Quindlen So, Amal, what can you tell us about perfectionism? Disc…
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Welcome to Distracted by Life, my name is Dan and today's topic is about “the inner critic inside each of us.” Is your inner critic your best cheerleader or is it one that often casts doubt on what you want to accomplish? Your inner critic can apply a strange kind of logic, it can even act as a protective layer of sorts. For example: If you think t…
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Today's episode: The mental dialogue that is going on inside your head that never stops. Have you ever wondered why it talks in there? how much of what it says turns out to be true? How to free yourself? Why does it exist? Description: Our Podcast is all about making change within yourself and your relationships. We share conversations, stories and…
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