Bring Your Whole Self To Work

Letting go can be much easier said than done.  And if we’re going to create something new, we often need to let go of some of what no longer serves us.  On this episode, I talk about why we tend to hang onto both things and thoughts from the past, even those that hold us back.  I then share some specific things we can do to truly let go…thus providing a healthy and inspiring space for us to create what’s next.   Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Mike Robbins Website Mike Robbins Blog Mike Robbins Podcast Mike Robbins on LinkedIn Mike Robbins on Instagram Mike Robbins on Facebook Mike Robbins YouTube Channel Mike Robbins on TikTok Mike Robbins on X Mike Robbins on BlueSky  

There is something magical that can happen when people come together in-person.  Given the pace of life, and the nature of technology and work these days, gathering in-person has become both more challenging and more important than ever.  On this episode, I discuss some of what makes it hard for us to get together right now…and why it is essential for our connection, collaboration, wellbeing, and more.   Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Mike Robbins Website Mike Robbins Blog Mike Robbins Podcast Mike Robbins on LinkedIn Mike Robbins on Instagram Mike Robbins on Facebook Mike Robbins YouTube Channel Mike Robbins on TikTok Mike Robbins on X Mike Robbins on BlueSky

As someone who has been passionately telling and listening to stories for most of my life, I know how powerful they can be.  However, many of the stories we tell ourselves don’t inspire us or those around us.  On this episode, I talk about how our stories can, consciously or unconsciously, reinforce limiting beliefs and become self-fulfilling prophecies.  I then share some specific things we can do to change our stories in an empowering way.   Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Mike Robbins Website Mike Robbins Blog Mike Robbins Podcast Mike Robbins on LinkedIn Mike Robbins on Instagram Mike Robbins on Facebook Mike Robbins YouTube Channel Mike Robbins on TikTok Mike Robbins on X Mike Robbins on BlueSky

There are lots of numbers that we focus on at work and in life - revenue, health markers, net worth, social media followers, survey results, expenses, and many more.  And as important as these numbers can be, what’s almost always more important are the people and vision behind the statistics themselves.  On this episode, I talk about some of what makes it challenging for us to keep our relationship with numbers in perspective.  I then share some specific things we can do to relate to our most important numbers in a healthy and empowering way.   Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Mike Robbins Website Mike Robbins Blog Mike Robbins Podcast Mike Robbins on LinkedIn Mike Robbins on Instagram Mike Robbins on Facebook Mike Robbins YouTube Channel Mike Robbins on TikTok Mike Robbins on X Mike Robbins on BlueSky  

While many of us, myself included, can get caught in the negative trap of self-criticism, it’s essential for us to be able to critique ourselves in a healthy and empowering way if we want to grow, change, and take ownership of our journey.  On this episode, I talk about the important and tricky difference between negative self-criticism and healthy self critique.  I then share some specific things we can do to authentically reflect on where we are and any gaps that may exist for us and those around us to be where we truly want to be.   Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Mike Robbins Website Mike Robbins Blog Mike Robbins Podcast Mike Robbins on LinkedIn Mike Robbins on Instagram Mike Robbins on Facebook Mike Robbins YouTube Channel Mike Robbins on TikTok Mike Robbins on X Mike Robbins on BlueSky Oprah podcast episode with Richard Rohr

Work and life, especially these days, can be filled with ups and downs, wins and losses, opportunities and challenges, and much more.  What if everything went your way?  On this episode, I discuss this powerful mantra, how I have been using it, and how you can tap into the power of your intention by shifting your mindset to attract more of what you truly want.   Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Mike Robbins Website Mike Robbins Blog Mike Robbins Podcast Mike Robbins on LinkedIn Mike Robbins on Instagram Mike Robbins on Facebook Mike Robbins YouTube Channel Mike Robbins on TikTok Mike Robbins on X Mike Robbins on BlueSky

There seems to be a lot going on these days for me and just about everyone I’m working with and speaking to.  In face of so much change, disruption, uncertainty, and challenge, it can be difficult to access an authentic sense of calmness.  On this episode, I talk about some of what can make it challenging for us to stay grounded right now.  I then share some specific things we can do to more effectively operate from a healthy place of peace.   Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Mike Robbins Website Mike Robbins Blog Mike Robbins Podcast Mike Robbins on LinkedIn Mike Robbins on Instagram Mike Robbins on Facebook Mike Robbins YouTube Channel Mike Robbins on TikTok Mike Robbins on X Mike Robbins on BlueSky

There is so much change and disruption happening these days, whether we want to or not, we’re all being forced to learn, unlearn, and adapt on multiple fronts.  On this episode, I talk about some of what makes this hard.  I then share some specific things we can do to embrace change, growth, and adaptability in ways that serve us and those around us.   Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Mike Robbins Website Mike Robbins Blog Mike Robbins Podcast Mike Robbins on LinkedIn Mike Robbins on Instagram Mike Robbins on Facebook Mike Robbins YouTube Channel Mike Robbins on TikTok Mike Robbins on X Mike Robbins on BlueSky

Many of us, myself included, are focused on success.  And while this is understandable and important, sometimes we erroneously think that greater success will lead to greater fulfillment, which often isn’t the case.  On this episode, I talk about the paradox of success and fulfillment.  I share some specific things we can do to both redefine success and enhance our capacity for fulfillment.  Ironically, when we’re more authentically fulfilled, true success becomes much easier to achieve.     Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Mike Robbins Website Mike Robbins Blog Mike Robbins Podcast Mike Robbins on LinkedIn Mike Robbins on Instagram Mike Robbins on Facebook Mike Robbins YouTube Channel Mike Robbins on TikTok Mike Robbins on X Mike Robbins on BlueSky Scottie Scheffler interview Oprah interview with Raz Iggrasci about the Hoffman Process Hoffman Institute Website

In today’s fast-paced, digital world, true connection is one of our most powerful yet overlooked assets. On this episode, I dive into why prioritizing human connection is essential—for personal well-being, effective leadership, and thriving teams.  With all the great technology we have and even with the flexibility we have to work from anywhere, making sure we focus on human connection is so important.   Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Mike Robbins Website Mike Robbins Blog Mike Robbins Podcast Mike Robbins on LinkedIn Mike Robbins on Instagram Mike Robbins on Facebook Mike Robbins YouTube Channel Mike Robbins on TikTok Mike Robbins on X Mike Robbins on BlueSky

Like millions of people around the country and the world, I’ve been feeling heartbroken by the devastating tragedy in Texas with the recent floods.  On this episode I share some of my thoughts and feelings about what happened, and about how we can navigate uncertainty and even tragedy with as healthy a perspective as possible.  Our ability to authentically make our way through pain, disruption, grief, and the unknown are both challenging and essential, especially these days.   Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Mike Robbins Website Mike Robbins Blog Mike Robbins Podcast Mike Robbins on LinkedIn Mike Robbins on Instagram Mike Robbins on Facebook Mike Robbins YouTube Channel Mike Robbins on TikTok Mike Robbins on X Mike Robbins on BlueSky  

Emotional freedom is about giving ourselves permission to feel all of our emotions in a healthy way, even the hard ones.  While this can be challenging for lots of reasons, when we have the courage to authentically feel our emotions, it opens up so much capacity for us and deepens our ability to meaningfully connect with others.  On this episode, I talk about some of what makes it difficult to feel certain feelings and some common misunderstandings we have about “positive” and “negative” emotions.  I then share two powerful techniques that can help us access and transform our emotions in an empowering way.   Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Mike Robbins Website Mike Robbins Blog Mike Robbins Podcast Mike Robbins on LinkedIn Mike Robbins on Instagram Mike Robbins on Facebook Mike Robbins YouTube Channel Mike Robbins on TikTok Mike Robbins on X Mike Robbins on BlueSky Atlas of the Heart (book), by Brene Brown Embracing Powerlessness Meditation

There is quite a bit of challenge and chaos in our country and our world right now.  Creating a true sense of inner peace can be difficult, especially when the external environment is as fraught as it is these days.  On this episode, I talk about some of the collective dynamics that are causing quite a bit of stress and fear.  I then share some specific things we can do to create peace within ourselves, regardless of what’s going on around us.   Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Mike Robbins Website Mike Robbins Blog Mike Robbins Podcast Mike Robbins on LinkedIn Mike Robbins on Instagram Mike Robbins on Facebook Mike Robbins YouTube Channel Mike Robbins on TikTok Mike Robbins on X Mike Robbins on BlueSky  

No matter how great or challenging things may be - personally and collectively - what’s happening right now will, at some point down the line, be the “good ole days.”  On this episode, I talk about some of the many reasons it can be challenging to appreciate things as they are happening.  I then share some ideas and perspectives on why it is important for us to do so and how we can appreciate life, others, and ourselves…right now, even and especially if things are difficult.   Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Mike Robbins Website Mike Robbins Blog Mike Robbins Podcast Mike Robbins on LinkedIn Mike Robbins on Instagram Mike Robbins on Facebook Mike Robbins YouTube Channel Mike Robbins on TikTok Mike Robbins on X Mike Robbins on BlueSky Finally Feeling Good in Your Body - The Mel Robbins Podcast  

Whether it’s leadership, teamwork, performance, navigating change, accomplishing goals, or anything else that matters to us at work and in life…it’s almost always all about relationships.  How we relate to others, how we relate to circumstances, and how we relate to ourselves has so much to do with our level of success or fulfillment (or lack thereof).  On this episode, I talk about why relationships are so important, what can make them challenging, especially these days, and some things we can do to enhance how we relate to those around us, what we’re going through, and to ourselves in the most effective way possible.   Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Mike Robbins Website Mike Robbins Blog Mike Robbins Podcast Mike Robbins on LinkedIn Mike Robbins on Instagram Mike Robbins on Facebook Mike Robbins YouTube Channel Mike Robbins on TikTok Mike Robbins on X Mike Robbins on BlueSky

Sometimes it’s important to suck it up, dig deep, and push forward with as much effort as possible.  Other times, it’s essential to stop, take a break, and maybe even change course.  Knowing when to do each of these things is both challenging and crucial to our wellbeing and success.  On this episode, I talk about this dynamic and how it plays out for us - both individually and collectively.  I also share some specific things we can do to find a healthy balance for us and our teams in this regard.   Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Mike Robbins Website Mike Robbins Blog Mike Robbins Podcast Mike Robbins on LinkedIn Mike Robbins on Instagram Mike Robbins on Facebook Mike Robbins YouTube Channel Mike Robbins on TikTok Mike Robbins on X Mike Robbins on BlueSky

Like most people, I like to be prepared, especially when it comes to my professional life and commitments.  However, in today’s face-paced, ever-changing business world and with the level of uncertainty and disruption that exists, it can often be even more important to be present.  On this episode, I talk about why it makes sense that we’re obsessed with preparation and why it can be challenging to be present.  I then share some specific things we can do to enhance our presence…thus putting us in the best position to respond effectively to the changing world around us.   Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Mike Robbins Website Mike Robbins Blog Mike Robbins Podcast Mike Robbins on LinkedIn Mike Robbins on Instagram Mike Robbins on Facebook Mike Robbins YouTube Channel Mike Robbins on TikTok Mike Robbins on X Mike Robbins on BlueSky

As people, leaders, parents, and more, we often waste a lot of time and energy thinking we aren’t good enough.  On this episode, I talk about this common but detrimental phenomenon, and offer some ideas and techniques for us to embrace being enough.  I also talk about why it’s important to say “enough,” when it comes to certain negative patterns, habits, and behaviors - both ours and others.   Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Mike Robbins Website Mike Robbins Blog Mike Robbins Podcast Mike Robbins on LinkedIn Mike Robbins on Instagram Mike Robbins on Facebook Mike Robbins YouTube Channel Mike Robbins on TikTok Mike Robbins on X Mike Robbins on BlueSky

While knowledge may be power, curiosity is a superpower.  We often get so obsessed with knowing things and sharing our wisdom with others, we forget how important it is to focus on learning.  On this episode, I talk about why our “know-it-all-ness” can be a detriment to us and annoying to others.  I then share some specific things we can do to tap into the power of curiosity and learning, in a way that empowers us and those around us.   Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Mike Robbins Website Mike Robbins Blog Mike Robbins Podcast Mike Robbins on LinkedIn Mike Robbins on Instagram Mike Robbins on Facebook Mike Robbins YouTube Channel Mike Robbins on TikTok Mike Robbins on X Mike Robbins on BlueSky

For us to have the kind of relationships and impact we truly want to have - as leaders, parents, friends, spouses, family members and more - apologizing and forgiving are essential.  These things, however, can be challenging for a variety of reasons.  On this episode, I talk about some of what gets in the way of us being able to effectively apologize and forgive.  I then share some specific things we can do to make it more conducive for these things to happen authentically in our relationships, within our families, and on our teams.   Resources: We’re All in This Together (book), by Mike Robbins Mike Robbins Website Mike Robbins Blog Mike Robbins Podcast Mike Robbins on LinkedIn Mike Robbins on Instagram Mike Robbins on Facebook Mike Robbins YouTube Channel Mike Robbins on TikTok Mike Robbins on X Mike Robbins on BlueSky