EP 36 How to Set Goals and Stay Consistent in 2025: Expert Tips for Personal Growth
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Episode Summary In this episode, Jarrod Sammet dives into the art of goal setting for personal and professional growth. He emphasizes the importance of reflection before setting goals, identifying internal motivations, and understanding who you want to become by year-end. The conversation explores acquiring new skills, preparing for challenges, and creating actionable steps. Jarrod highlights that while achieving goals is important, the true value lies in the discipline and growth experienced along the way. Key Takeaways Goals provide direction and set a target for personal and professional...
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EP 35 New Year, New Intentions: Reflecting, Growing, and Goal-Setting Together
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Summary As we step into a new year, Jarrod and Dr. Nikki dive into a thoughtful discussion on reflecting on the past year, setting meaningful intentions, and fostering personal growth. In this episode, they explore how realistic goals, self-awareness, and shared support can lead to lasting change for individuals and couples alike. What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why reflection is the key to understanding your true desires and guiding your goals. The difference between intentions and rigid resolutions and why flexibility matters. Practical techniques for goal-setting as a couple,...
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EP 34 The Art of Savoring: Transform Your Life with Gratitude and Mindfulness
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Summary In this episode, Jarrod Sammet dives deep into the transformative power of gratitude and savoring. As the holiday season approaches, he encourages listeners to slow down, savor their experiences, and appreciate the present moment. Jarrod shares personal reflections on how gratitude has shifted his mindset and improved his emotional well-being, helping him move from stress and fear to empowerment and fulfillment. Whether you're navigating joyful or challenging times, this episode will inspire you to find gratitude in every experience and embrace mindfulness through your five...
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EP 33 Living with ADHD: Challenges, Gifts, and Self-Acceptance
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In this episode of Over Dinner, Jarrod and Dr. Nikki open up about the intricacies of living with ADHD and embracing neurodiversity. Drawing from Nikki’s personal experiences, they discuss how ADHD shapes her daily life, relationships, and approach to challenges. From emotional regulation struggles to executive functioning hurdles, the duo dives deep into the unique obstacles and opportunities ADHD presents. Listeners will gain insight into the powerful impact of support systems, the importance of understanding neurodiverse needs, and techniques like body doubling that can help manage...
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EP 32 Honesty in Relationships: When to Speak Up, When to Hold Back, and How to Build Trust
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Episode Summary: In this episode, Dr. Nikki and Jarrod tackle one of the most important yet nuanced topics in relationships: honesty. They dive into how honesty shapes trust, strengthens communication, and sometimes challenges boundaries. From exploring the impact of personal experiences to discussing how therapy has helped them navigate tricky conversations, they share a heartfelt and relatable discussion about what it means to communicate openly without causing harm. The couple reflects on how dietary choices, emotional intelligence, and childhood experiences influence their perspectives on...
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EP 31 Autism Diagnosis Grief: What Parents Need to Know
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Summary: Dr. Nikki and Jarrod get personal about their parenting journey, sharing raw and honest reflections on raising a neurodiverse child. They discuss the emotional challenges of parenting, insights from a recent couples therapy session where they opened up about their son Jake’s development, and the importance of understanding asynchronous growth in autism. Together, they explore themes of grief, the power of support networks, and the critical role of self-care in navigating life’s complexities. Whether you're parenting a neurodiverse child or navigating life’s ups and downs,...
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EP 30 Unlocking Your Creative Potential: A 4-Step Process for Leaders and Growth Seekers with Jarrod Sammet
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In this episode, Jarrod Sammet delves into the significance of creativity in personal development and leadership. He emphasizes that everyone possesses inherent creativity and underscores the necessity of allocating time and space to nurture this potential. Jarrod introduces a four-step process to enhance creativity: Identify Your Optimal Thinking Time: Recognize when you're most mentally alert and creative. Protect That Time: Safeguard these periods from distractions to focus on creative endeavors. Run Experiments: Engage in trials to explore new ideas and approaches. Learn from Failures:...
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EP 29 U.S. Election Aftermath: Trump vs. Harris, Cultivating Empathy, and Challenging Beliefs
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Episode Summary: In this candid conversation, Jarrod and Dr. Nikki reflect on their emotional journey following the 2024 U.S. Election. They dive into the complexities of navigating personal relationships amidst political turmoil, discussing how empathy, curiosity, and open communication play a crucial role. The discussion also touches on the transformative impact of therapy in helping understand differing political perspectives. Together, they explore how embracing confusion can lead to personal growth, especially in the face of a divided political landscape. Key Takeaways: Nikki and Jarrod...
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EP 28: Election 2024 Navigating Political Differences in Relationships
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Summary In this episode, Jarrod and Dr. Nikki engage in a candid conversation about the upcoming election, exploring themes of optimism, the impact of political decisions on personal relationships, and the importance of reproductive rights. They discuss the significance of basic human needs in political discourse and reflect on how their values and beliefs have evolved over time. The conversation emphasizes the necessity of respect and understanding in navigating political differences, particularly within relationships and families and concludes with a call to action for listeners to...
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EP 27 Breaking Free from Toxic Positivity: Embracing Real Emotions for Growth
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Summary In this episode, Jarrod Sammet explores the complexities of human emotions, particularly focusing on the challenges of negative emotions and the concept of toxic positivity. He emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and empathy in both personal and professional relationships. Jarrod discusses the distinction between positivity as a strategy and optimism as mere hope, advocating for a proactive approach to emotional experiences. He encourages listeners to learn from every experience, viewing challenges as opportunities for growth and connection. What time...
info_outlineSummary: In this episode of Over Dinner, Jarrod and Dr. Nikki discuss their podcast journey and share updates. They also play a game where they ask each other questions from the conversation set: Healthier Together: Conversations For Creating Your Healthiest, Happiest Life by Liz Moody They talk about topics like well-being, spirituality, changing opinions and values, favorite activities with friends, and the pursuit of happiness. In this conversation, Jarrod and Nikki discuss various topics related to happiness, fear, legacy, self-improvement, travel experiences, and the meaning of life. They reflect on the importance of being present and fulfilled in order to achieve happiness. They also explore the idea of eliminating fear and how it would allow them to pursue their passions, such as music. Legacy is discussed as something beyond wealth, focusing on making an impact in their home and raising their children to make a positive impact as well. They also talk about the challenges of getting older and the excitement of rediscovering oneself. The conversation highlights the significance of communication, emotional intelligence, and self-awareness in creating a better world. Lastly, they discuss the impact of their family's relationship with health on their own lives.
Related Resources:
Prioritizing your marriage podcast episode
Prioritizing your marriage & setting boundaries blog post
Podcast Episode on feeling social anxiety & awkwardness
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Takeaways:
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They introduce a game where they ask each other questions created by Liz Moody.
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They discuss the Nik Nak shop, which is a shop that sells podcast equipment, autism life stuff, mom gear, and more.
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Jarrod and Dr. Nikki share their favorite activities to do with friends and recall a memorable trip to Italy.
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They talk about their changing opinions and values, including the importance of vulnerability and the shift in their views on money.
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Jarrod expresses his struggle in having deep conversations with male friends, and Dr. Nikki suggests ways to approach the situation.
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Getting older brings the opportunity to rediscover oneself and shed the things that no longer serve us.
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Communication, emotional intelligence, and self-awareness are key to creating a better world.
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Family's relationship with health can impact one's own approach to health and well-being.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:00 Playing Q & A Together Game
04:35 Discussing Well Being & Spirtuality
16:51 Sharing Compliments and Struggles
23:01 The Power of Deep Conversations & Navigating Social Enviornments
26:26 The Pursuit of Happiness and the Meaning of Fulfillment
29:34 Legacy Beyond Wealth: Making an Impact
37:28 Favorite Travel Experiences & The Excitment of Getting Older
43:19 Creating a Better World Through Communication & Emotional Intelligence
45:29 Embracing Aging and Remembering Who We Are
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