68. How to fill the void in life - with Nancy Ho

Practical Leadership Podcast

In this enlightening episode we're diving deep with author and coach Nancy Ho into: "How to Fill the Void in Your Life."

Nancy, a seasoned life strategist and coach, brings her profound insights into addressing the often-unspoken gaps experienced by successful professionals.

During our conversation, Nancy outlined several key models and methods:

• Exploring Childhood Roots: Investigating how unresolved childhood experiences can influence present feelings and behaviors.
• Addressing Pain Points: Recognizing and acknowledging personal and professional challenges rather than masking them.
• The Facts Approach: Focusing on the undeniable facts of one's situation to guide actions and emotions.

Impactful Quotes and Timings:

• "It's not about the present problem... it's about the childhood." Exploring how past experiences shape current feelings. (00:06:49)
• "We manage... and then we manage better." On learning and evolving through life's challenges. (00:07:16)
• "Living a life with no regrets." Nancy's life philosophy in her own words. (00:01:37)
• "Despite professional success, I feel this void. I wake up with it." Nancy addresses the deep-seated feelings of emptiness that can persist despite outward achievements. (00:14:56)
• "All our feelings come from thoughts created in the moment." She explains how our immediate thoughts shape our emotions, underscoring the connection between mind and mood. (00:21:29)
• "Thoughts have no power until we give them attention." Nancy highlights the control we have over our mental engagement and the power of our focus. (00:22:33)

Nancy mentions the classic short book from James Allen published in 1903 and now in the public domain: "As a man thinketh" available here: https://practical-leadership.academy/as-a-man-thinketh-james-allen/

Find Nancy here:

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancy-ho-exec-coach/
• nancyho.net