Behind the Scenes - Week 41
Nugget of the Week
Of course I’m advocating for time away so you can be cossetted but that’s not an option for everyone. Do you know how to carve time out for yourself at home?
If not, I strongly suggest you take a look at Jennie Lawson’s Mimosa Sanctuary https://www.mimosasanctuary.com/
Jennie has managed to create an experience we can all have at home that does a really good job of creating that calm, grounding experience at home. It’s been a true blessing for me and kept me sane these last few years.
This Sh** Really Happened!
I mentioned that this week has seen me reinstate a previous beloved habit and I am still in contact with someone I met on my very first retreat. When we sat chatting in the lounge, we found things in common and values that we both held dear.
I have watched from afar as she got married to the man who sent her flowers whilst we were there, and as she gave birth to her two beautiful boys who are growing into fine young men.
I may be an introvert, but striking up conversation doesn’t scare me. And, if the energy between us isn’t right, I’m not scared to walk away either.
That’s good boundaries for you.
Coming up, Buttercup!
Having spent so long feeling like we don’t fit in or belong in the extraverted world, claiming our strengths can be a challenge for some introverts.
The upcoming episode of ‘dropping‘ Pebbles in the Pond show (Season 2, Ep 2) will dive into defining what strengths really are before offering ways that you can identify your strengths and qualities.
I strongly urge to you attempt this quiz prior to the LIVE broadcast so you have a deeper understanding of the type of Introvert you are. Access ‘Your Introvert Type’ quiz right here.
Also, I will share more about my retreat when I return but for now, here is a sneak peek into how it’s going.
Hot off the Press
As I shared last week for me, Listening and Inclusive Leadership go hand in hand, and are foundation for intentional action. They also set the stage to breaking through the extravert ideal bias in the workplace – hence following two episodes of ‘The Flourishing Introvert Talks’ podcast just seem perfect match to share with you this week. Click on the banner below to watch or listen.
If you rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify as well as Like, Comment and Share the YouTube video you will be helping other fellow introverts who may find this content helpful, encouraging them to live a more fulfilled and authentic life.
I look forward to you tuning in and as you do, my team has pretty much been managing all things behind-the-scenes as I continue to stay disconnected for the most part.
Because self-care matters.
Cage Rattler & Bias Shifter – Helping organisations unlock potential by shifting extraversion bias | Coaching quiet leaders | TEDx Speaker | Trainer | Founder, CEO – Flourishing Introverts | Host – The Flourishing Introvert Talks and (dropping) Pebbles in the Pond | Author – The Flourishing Nudge | Co-Flourisher, Co-Founder – Intent to Flourish
