Podcast Episode 149: More Tools to Help You Self-Regulate
No matter how much family systems theory you know, self-regulating in the moment is the key to putting it into practice. This episode will help you do this so you can self-differentiate in anxious interactions. Show Notes: How to Be Happier Without Really Trying by Eric Barker Pocket Therapy for Emotional Balance: Quick DBT Skills […]
The Power of a Non-Anxious Presence
One person can change a system. I’ve seen this happen over and over in families of origin, congregations and organizations. A non-anxious presence has a positive impact on themselves and the people around them. It’s important to understand that this power is different than authority or the ability to control others. In fact, it’s quite […]
Podcast Episode 146: The Positive Side of Anxiety (and How to Make It Work for You)
Existential anxiety is a sign that you want to make things better but you’re feeling surrounding togetherness pressure. Here’s how you can manage it and actually use it in your favor. Show Notes: How to be anxious by David Egan — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jack-shitama/message
Podcast Episode 145: Family Systems Theory – A Practical Overview
This episode is a presentation from the Family Systems Book Study that puts family systems theory in context for the non-anxious leader. — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jack-shitama/message
Podcast Episode 144: 7 Ways to Handle a Conflict of Wills
A conflict of wills gets you stuck. This approach will help you move forward towards a more productive conversation. Show notes: New Neuroscience Reveals 7 Secrets That Will Make You Emotionally Intelligent by Eric Barker Conflicted: How Productive Disagreements Lead to Better Outcomes by Ian Leslie — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jack-shitama/message
Podcast Episode 143: A Family Systems Model of Burnout – Part 2 of 2
Edwin Friedman described five characteristics of systems that promote burnout among their leaders. Understanding this can help you avoid the same fate. Part 1 goes through the characteristics. Part 2 helps leaders respond appropriately. Show Notes: Generation to Generation: Family Process in Church and Synagogue — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jack-shitama/message
Podcast Episode 142: A Family Systems Model of Burnout – Part 1 of 2
Edwin Friedman described five characteristics of systems that promote burnout among their leaders. Understanding this can help you avoid the same fate. Part 1 goes through the characteristics. Part 2 helps leaders respond appropriately. Show Notes: Generation to Generation: Family Process in Church and Synagogue Join the FREE Family Systems Book Study — Send in […]
Leadership Requires Vulnerability
“Vulnerability is the birthplace of innovation, creativity and change.” Brené Brown If you haven’t seen Brené Brown’s TEDxHouston talk on the power of vulnerability, it is a well-spent 15 minutes. It is one of the most watched TED Talks ever. Brown shares her own journey from shame to vulnerability and the positive impact that […]
Podcast Episode 139: Authenticity and Leadership through Self-Differentiation
Authenticity is the path to developing as an effective leader. This episode breaks down how this relates to leadership through self-differentiation. Show Notes: Discovering Your Authentic Leadership by Bill George, Peter Sims, Andrew N. McLean, and Diana Mayer. Join the FREE Family Systems Book Study. — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jack-shitama/message