EP 20 Navigating Change Together: Season 1 Finale with Jarrod & Dr. Nikki
Release Date: 07/30/2024
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...
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In the season finale of the Over Dinner podcast, Jarrod and Dr. Nikki discuss the topic of change and how to navigate it. They share their personal experiences with change and how it affects them. They talk about the fear and uncertainty that comes with change, but also the growth and resilience that can result from it. They emphasize the importance of staying present and not getting caught up in negative thoughts or worries about the future. They also discuss the decision-making process and the need to trust one's intuition when faced with change. Jarrod and Nikki discuss their experiences with change and how they navigate it in their relationship. They talk about the fear and uncertainty that comes with change, as well as the importance of communication and being in it together. They emphasize the need to trust oneself and focus on the positive aspects of change. They also share advice for couples facing change, including the importance of individual growth and aligning values and goals.
We will be back with new episodes in September.
Takeaways
- Change can be challenging, but it also offers opportunities for growth and resilience.
- Staying present and not getting caught up in negative thoughts or worries about the future can help navigate change.
- Trusting one's intuition and making decisions based on the information available at the time is important.
- Change that affects loved ones can be particularly challenging, as it involves considering their well-being and making decisions on their behalf.
- Reflecting on past experiences of successfully navigating change can provide reassurance and confidence when facing new changes. Change can be scary and uncertain, but it is necessary for growth and progress.
- Communication and being in it together are crucial in navigating change as a couple.
- Trusting oneself and focusing on the positive aspects of change can help overcome fear and uncertainty.
- Individual growth and aligning values and goals are important foundations for making decisions and facing change.
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Chapters
00:00 Navigating Change: Challenges and Opportunities
03:33 Staying Present and Open to New Experiences
06:25 Making Decisions Based on Available Information
07:25 Change as an Opportunity for Growth and Resilience
13:53 Navigating Change in Relationships and Parenting
18:22 The Fear of Change
20:44 Balancing Negative and Positive Thoughts
23:40 Trusting Your Inner Knowing
29:50 Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway
42:44 Navigating Change in Relationships
47:49 Focus on What You Can Control
Recipes
Purely Elizabeth Cookie Granola
Healthy Choice Power Bowls Basil Pesto Chicken Frozen Meal
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