{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F5618bf39-a2f1-40fe-88bf-095307412e05","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"#41 How to Be Free","description":"\u201cEverything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms - to choose one\u2019s attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one\u2019s own way.\u201d - Viktor Frankl\r\nUnlocking our freedom from within\r\nWhen we think of independence, we often think of it as an external event, like Juneteenth or the Fourth of July. But freedom and independence, including personal freedom, is actually a process and practice that requires ongoing effort.Internal freedom is our ability and willingness to live into our own creative potential. It's a mindset and comes from within. To achieve internal freedom, spend time reflecting on your values, motivations and authentic desires. Double-check that the dreams you're chasing are yours and not someone else\u2019s. We unlock greater personal power when we recognize self-limiting beliefs and behaviors that inhibit our internal freedom.The benefits are great: when we gain internal freedom, we live from a creative and empowered mindset.\r\n \r\nWhat Internal Freedom looks like:\r\n[07:46]\u201cIt looks like creating visions for our own life and then taking steps toward those visions. We\u2019re honest and clear about what we want, not what someone else wants of us, or what we feel obligated to do.\u201d\u201cUsing discretion and intention for where we place our focus and attention\u2026Know where you want to spend your time and attention and create boundaries and practices so that you find that sweet spot.\u201d\r\nHow we hold ourselves captive:\r\n[12:35] \u201cComplying, staying small, and not rocking the boat. Staying quiet in meetings and agreeing.\u201d[14:47]\u201cNot recognizing and valuing our own worth, expertise, contribution, impact - a feeling of not belonging.\u201d For example, \u201c\u2019Everyone at my company has specific expertise\u2026I run customer support so don\u2019t have much to contribute.\u2019\u201d One way this belief impacts someone is in feeling unable to say no in an attempt to prove one\u2019s worth. Burnout and resentment follow.For further exploration:\r\nJournal Prompts for Freedom pdf https://mailchi.mp/rise-leaders/journal-prompts-for-freedom\r\nRise Leaders Radio Episode #13 with David Emerald: Three Vital Questions for Transformative Results and #33 with Jerry Magar: Putting Your Values Into Action (www.rise-leaders.com/podcast)\r\nCliftonStrengths assessmentMan\u2019s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl Books by David Emerald: The Power of TED* The Empowerment Dynamic + Three Vital Questions:Transforming Workplace Drama Mastering Leadership by Robert J. Anderson and William A. Adams (socialized/self-authoring, creative/reactive) Reboot: Leadership and the Art of Growing Up by Jerry ColonnaCassandra Speaks: When Women are the Storytellers, the Human Story Changes by Elizabeth LesserOwning Your Own Shadow by Robert A. JohnsonLoving What Is by Byron KatieTo discuss executive coaching, leadership development program design, and workshop facilitation, please visit:https://rise-leaders.com/contact-info/","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/343e1a81-6861-4571-86c4-b2bc4264feee/v03wcaqTtBvY7WU-tFaRy1h4.jpg"}