{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2Fdfe5a7d7-0f21-4f1f-a0ae-d2e1ba59d583","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Curiosity Over Assumptions: How to Lead, Decide, and Relate Better \u2014 with Yosi Kossowsky","description":"\n\n\n\n\n\nOn The Mindful Living, host Avik speaks with executive coach Yosi Kossowsky about using curiosity to interrupt snap judgments, reduce reactivity, and improve leadership, relationships, and daily decision-making. Yosi explains why we\u2019re not mind readers, how \u201cbackstories\u201d we invent create friction, and how to retrain attention to what\u2019s actually known versus assumed. You\u2019ll hear concrete experiments to try this week so you can lead and live with more clarity\u2014without the fluff.\nAbout the guest:\nYosi Kossowsky is a seasoned executive coach and former CEO/Senior Director of Talent Management with ~20 years of coaching and 30+ years in executive leadership. He helps leaders build high-performing cultures grounded in trust, collaboration, and clear thinking.\nKey takeaways:\n\n\nYou can\u2019t read minds or tell the future. Most conflict starts when we invent motives for others; curiosity replaces assumption with inquiry.\n\n\nNotice your \u201cbackstories.\u201d Ask: What do I truly know vs. what am I making up? That question reduces frustration and overreaction.\n\n\nReframe in real time. When something surprises you (at home or work), pause and ask, \u201cI\u2019m curious\u2014what led to that?\u201d before judging.\n\n\nRun two experiments. 1) Revisit a past tense moment and mentally remove assumptions\u2014how would you feel/act differently? 2) Choose one upcoming interaction and enter it assumption-free; journal what changes.\n\n\nCuriosity scales leadership. Teams benefit when leaders model inquiry, clarify context, and plan with facts over predictions.\n\n\nTrust and curiosity aren\u2019t opposites. Trust improves when we check stories against reality rather than defending them.\n\n\nTrack the habit. For seven days, journal one curious question/day; note shifts in mood, decisions, and relationships.\n\n\nHow to connect with the guest\n\n\nLinkedIn: Find and message Yosi Kossowsky (booking link available on his profile, per episode).\n\n\n\nWant to be a guest on The Mindful Living? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch\n\n\nDM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik\n\n\nDisclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.\n\nHealthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it\u2019s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty\u2014storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate\u2014this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on:\n\u2022 Mental Health & Emotional Well-being\u2022 Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth\u2022 Holistic Healing & Conscious Living\u2022 Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment\nWith over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.\n\ud83d\udc49 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey.\nContact\n\ud83d\udcbc Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ud83d\udce7 Email: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavik.com\ud83c\udf10 Website: www.healthymindbyavik.com\ud83d\udccd Based in: India & USA\n\ud83c\udf99\ufe0f Open to collaborations, guest appearances, coaching, and strategic partnerships. Let's connect to create a ripple effect of positivity.\nCHECK PODCAST SHOWS & BE A GUEST:\n\ud83c\udfa7 Listen our 17 Podcast Shows Here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik\ud83e\udd1d Be a guest on our other shows: https://www.healthymindbyavik.com/beaguest\ud83e\udd1d Video Testimonial: https://www.healthymindbyavik.com/testimonials\ud83e\udd1d Join Our Guest & Listener Community: https://nas.io/healthymind\ud83e\udd1d Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/\nOUR SERVICES\n\ud83e\udd1d Busine","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/b1eff17c-4201-4259-ab8d-b059a3277892/the-mindful-living-artwork8wndb.png"}