#50: Ask an Executive Coach with Dr. Eric Bean and Siana Sylvester
Coaching Through Stories
As the curtain falls on our fifth season, we're shaking things up with a Q&A episode. In this episode, Dr. Eric Bean and Certified Mental Performance Consultant, Siana Sylvester will answer questions from listeners. Together they share their valuable insights on executive coaching, stress, flow, and silence. So, join us as we delve into these topics and persist on our path toward achieving high performance. Key Takeaways: We need truth-tellers in our lives. Stress management is a team sport. Don’t be afraid to reach out for help. ...
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#49: Unlocking the Power of Adaptability with Ross Thornley
Coaching Through Stories
We tend to look at change from a linear rather than an exponential perspective. This point of view often leads to the feeling of anxiety and being overwhelmed by the change around us. This episode features Ross Thornley, the CEO and co-founder of AQai, a community of adaptability coaches aiming to transform how people and organizations adapt to change. Moreover, Ross is an author and keynote speaker on adaptability and the future of work. In this insightful episode, Ross helps us comprehend how fast change is happening and emphasizes the concept of viewing change exponentially. He also delves...
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#48: The high-achievers search for self-compassion with Dr. Shannon Baird
Coaching Through Stories
In this episode, discover how high-achievers explore self-compassion with Dr. Shannon Baird. The conversation explores finding balance between ambition and self-care, offering practical tips for cultivating a compassionate mindset amid ambitious pursuits. Dr. Baird emphasizes acknowledging personal limits while striving for success, providing valuable lessons for those seeking the perfect blend of achievement and self-compassion. Dr. Baird earned her Ph. D. at the University of Iowa in Sport Psychology after earning a masters and bachelors in Kinesiology. Dr. Baird has over 20...
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#47: Tragic Optimism Two Things Can Be True At Once with Dr. Eric Bean
Coaching Through Stories
In this Coaching Through Stories episode, Dr. Eric Bean delves into a profound exploration of Tragic Optimism, challenging the idea that life's tragedies and optimism are mutually exclusive. Through thoughtful reflection, he reveals the ability to simultaneously acknowledge and embrace both elements. Dr. Bean shares insights on navigating the delicate equilibrium between despair and hope in our experiences. Additionally, he explores concepts such as cognitive defusion, tragic optimism, and the pursuit of self-improvement. Join us for this insightful conversation as we navigate the...
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#46: Getting out of Suckville - with Dr. Bhrett McCabe
Coaching Through Stories
As humans, it is our nature to dwell on our deficiencies. We focus on what we are missing and our shortfalls rather than appreciate the positive reality we are in. This behavior is what leads us to the sign that says Welcome to Sucksville. Today, we are with Dr. Brehtt McCabe, the Sports and Performance Psychologist for the University of Alabama Athletic Department and a trusted resource for amateur, collegiate, and professional golfers. Drawing on his experience as a champion athlete and his clinical training as a psychologist, he guides competitors in overcoming persistent challenges and...
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#45: Treasure Hunting High Performance with Dr. Jonathan Fader
Coaching Through Stories
How do you deal when someone approaches you with a problem? Do you tend to jump straight into a solution? In this eye-opening episode, we are with licensed clinical and high-performance psychologist Dr. Jonathan Fader, and we delve into the importance of understanding the person to address their situation. Dr. Fader is the co-founder and director of Union Square Practice and SportStrata, a company dedicated to offering sports and performance coaching services across different fields. He is also a keynote speaker, media personality, and author of Life As Sport, a book on the psychology of peak...
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#44: Wholeness At Work with Erin Rocchio
Coaching Through Stories
How should we value achievement? Is it worth prioritizing to the extent that we compromise our wholeness? This insightful episode features one of Evolution’s senior partners, Erin Rocchio, as we find the path to sustainable high performance while living with meaning and fulfillment. Aside from being a coach, Erin is also the author of Wholeness at Work: Free Yourself From Burnout for Good. She has worked with C-level executives and top companies, helping them cultivate teams that perform at a consistently high level. In this episode, Erin shares her experience of being an...
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#43: Break Free from Approval Addiction: The People-Pleaser's Journey with Dr. Eric Bean
Coaching Through Stories
Are you someone who is concerned about how others perceive you? Do you often prioritize others' needs over yours? Do you feel bad whenever you experience conflicts? In this solo episode, Dr. Eric delves into the behavior called people-pleasing. He discusses the signs of said behavior and how it can be unhealthy and counter-productive. If you are a people-pleaser, these might sound familiar to you. He also highlights the false beliefs that push individuals into people-pleasing behaviors. Moreover, he advises on how to mitigate this behavior and emphasizes the importance of gaining a clear...
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#42: Olympians perform with fear, so can you with Dr. Peter Haberl
Coaching Through Stories
In today’s episode, let us take a look at sports psychology from a different perspective and how we can integrate this into our daily lives. Today’s guest is Peter Haberl, a licensed psychologist working with elite athletes as a sports psychologist and a mental performance consultant. He was employed by the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee since 1998, giving him a wealth of experience in sports psychology. He continues to work with U.S. National Teams and athletes, focusing on mindfulness and ACT-based interventions. In this insightful episode, Peter shares how his...
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#41: Rising together: Learn how to break habits that are keeping you stuck with Sally Helgesen
Coaching Through Stories
What habits get in your way at work? Are there any instances in the workplace that may be limiting you? Are you comfortable sharing your achievements and discussing how you specifically generated a result? Would you rather let your accomplishments speak for themselves? This habit of being reluctant to claim your achievements may resonate more with women. However, this episode is for everyone. Not only did these habits resonate with me, but I also became keenly aware of how our organizational structures can make it difficult for women to break them. Today's guest is best-selling...
info_outlineThroughout our lives, we're bound to learn and propagate the wrong ideas and beliefs—some even end up harmful to ourselves and others. While humans are an adaptable species, changing our mindset is difficult. How can you fill a cup that’s already full? We have to unlearn.
Unlearning is a powerful and often overlooked concept in personal and professional growth. It is the process of intentionally letting go of knowledge, beliefs, or behaviors that are harmful or obsolete to make room for new perspectives and development.
The ability to unlearn is crucial in a world that constantly changes, allowing individuals and organizations to adapt, innovate, grow, and stay relevant. However, unlearning is not easy—it can be challenging to let go of our established, preconceived ideas and step out of our comfort zone.
By actively engaging in the process of unlearning, we can help open ourselves to new knowledge and growth. Let’s discuss!
Key Points:
- The importance of unlearning.
- The three types of unlearning: routine unlearning or fading, wiping, and deep unlearning
- The process of unlearning: building awareness, and making space for new ideas
Episode Highlights
- [00:00] Introduction to the episode
- [01:13] The story of the Zen master and the cup of tea
- [02:46] Unlearning: how to empty your cup
- [04:14] The first type of unlearning: routine unlearning or fading
- [05:06] The second type of unlearning: wiping
- [06:29] The third type of unlearning: deep unlearning
- [07:50] The first step in unlearning: building awareness of personal biases
- [10:18] The second step in unlearning: making space for new ideas
- [11:41] Conclusion
Resources
- “Unlearning in Healthcare” by Rushmer and Davies: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1765805/