Think Queerly
264 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsDiscover actionable practices to get insight and clarity about your ideas and create strategies to solve your challenges. Listen to deep-dive interviews with 2SLGBTQ+ thought leaders and change-makers who are creating a more accepting, equitable, and humane world — with a focus on Canadian history and social justice issues. Think Queerly is a hosted by Writer & Coach, Darren Stehle.
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Personal Update: I've Made a Significant Career Change
November 06, 2022 15:05 - 25 minutes - 23 MBRecently, I made a significant change in my life — not quite a new direction, but a new path that's in alignment with what I stand for, my skills, my interests, and what brings meaning to my life. I came to a point in my career where I needed greater financial stability. I started looking into impact-driven community organizations that are working to make a meaningful difference — preferably for LGBTQ+ individuals. --- Discover how we can work together if you're an LGBTQ+ creator or chan...
Pride at Work Canada with Director of Programs, Jade Pichette
October 23, 2022 10:00 - 57 minutes - 52.9 MBJade Pichette (they/them) is an inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility professional based in Tkarón:to/Toronto. Currently Jade serves as the Director of Programs at Pride at Work Canada where they work with over 250 large employers across Canada around gender expression, gender identity, and sexual orientation inclusion. Previously Jade served as the Volunteer and Community Outreach Coordinator at The ArQuives, the Education Programs Coordinator at Kind Space, and they continue to...
Interview with Mark J Silverman: Executive Coach, Speaker, Podcaster, and Best-Selling Author
October 07, 2022 10:00 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MBIn this episode, we talk about Mark recently turning 60, the fallacy of multi-passionate creatives, and what success really means. But our primary focus is Mark's signature approach to productivity, his Only 10s framework. He jokes that if you were to show him your to-do list, it would be like reading tarot cards. He would be able to tell you in an instant what you value, what you like and dislike, and what you're afraid of doing. Show notes, links, and watch the interview on video at Que...
When You Freely Love Who You Are, You Can Freely Create a Life You Love
September 21, 2022 04:05 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MBMany people think that you need to come out to be your "authentic self." What does "being authentic" really mean? How is that advice helpful if you're in the closet and have been struggling to come out for years? What if you've been married for decades and are afraid about who you might hurt and what you might lose? If you're in the closet and thinking about coming out, or if you know of someone who's struggling, this episode is about getting clear about your emotional reasons for coming...
WEBINAR: The 3 Es of Efficient Productivity for Creators to Enjoy Greater Happiness & Success
September 07, 2022 13:56 - 2 minutes - 2.68 MBIf you were more efficient in your daily work routine, what would that look like? How would you feel? How much more energy would you have? Where would you feel most creative, productive, and efficient? Most importantly, how would you enjoy and celebrate your time off, knowing that you did your best? If you're not sure how to answer any of the above questions or would like to increase your efficiency to enjoy more of LIFE, please join me for my next, free webinar: The 3 Es of Efficient ...
The Power of Self-Mastery for Queer Individuals to Strive Higher for the Common Good
September 02, 2022 10:00 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MBIn this episode, I speak with Leadership and Organizational Development Coach, Jeremy Long about the power of self-mastery for queer people. Jeremy Long is a Queer man, Coach, and founder of the Conscious Queer Community. He also is the owner of Enhance Leadership as a Leadership and Organizational Development Coach. Click here for the show notes, video, and links mentioned in the episode: ☞ https://darrenstehle.substack.com/p/coach-jeremy-long Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...
I Knew I Was Gay When I Was Five Years Old
August 26, 2022 10:00 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MB"Until I was 19 (in 1984), and for almost 15 years, I felt a combination of fear, guilt, shame, unrequited desire, silence, isolation, and otherness." Self-examination and knowing the events, the people, the environments, and the conditions that shaped your past are useful information. This is your personal narrative — and you can do with it what you please. In my case, I was determined to live better in the now than I had been living in my past. The complete show notes are published on Qu...
What Is Queering Self-Mastery?
August 12, 2022 10:00 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBIn this re-cast of the inaugural episode of the Queering Self-Mastery Podcast, I explain, The difference between the Think Queerly Podcast and Queerly Self-Mastery My reasons for creating a new Substack newsletter. What I mean by 'queering self-mastery.' Why you should subscribe and how Queering Self-Mastery will make a transformational difference in your life. ☞ Subscribe to Queering Self-Mastery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WEBINAR: How to Manage the 3 Es of Efficient Productivity for Creators & Change-Makers
August 10, 2022 17:27 - 2 minutes - 2.18 MBRead the post and watch the in-depth video for, "How to Use the 3 Es of Self-Mastery Framework to Create Greater Efficiency, Happiness, and Success in Your Life. ☞ Follow the instructions at the end of the post to register for the webinar and to enter the draw to win 3-months of coaching with me!
Interview with Michelle Douglas, Executive Director, LGBT Purge Fund
July 29, 2022 10:00 - 53 minutes - 49 MBWe start at the very beginning: why she decided to join the Canadian Military. Douglas shares her story of what that was like, falling in love with another woman in her unit for the first time, being honourably discharged, and what happened after. Ironically, Douglas worked for the Canadian Department of Justice for many years, while working in advocacy to keep the government accountable. Douglas explains how in 2016, survivors of the LGBT Purge launched a nationwide class action lawsuit...
Ever Feel Challenged to Live an Inspired Queer Life?
July 20, 2022 10:00 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MBFor once, I'm the one being asked the questions! Enjoy this re-cast of the podcast, 40 Plus: Gay Men. Gay Talk, hosted by Rick Clemons. "Ever feel challenged to live an inspired queer life? Feeling aimless and not sure what is next? Fellow Queer coach Darren Stehle challenges us to take a deeper step into self-mastery, ideation, and the journey of inspired action to live our most powerful lives as gay men over 40. You’ll learn useful techniques for bringing your ideal life to life." Rick C...
Webinar: Self-Mastery 101 for Queer Creators & Change-Makers
July 16, 2022 10:00 - 2 minutes - 2.53 MBSelf-Mastery is choosing to know who you are and managing how you are being and showing up in the world. WHEN: Thursday, July 21, 2022 — 1 PM EST (13:00 H) WHAT: How do you get to know who you 'really' are and manage your behaviours on the path towards self-mastery? Join me for a discussion about the benefits of self-mastery on the happiness and well-being of LGBTQ+ creators, change-makers, and thought leaders. This event is entirely free to attend. REGISTRATION: https://us02web.zoom.u...
Without Core Values, You Won’t Know What You Stand For or How to Live with Integrity
July 13, 2022 14:45 - 9 minutes - 8.39 MBWithout values, it’s challenging to create a long-term life plan. If you don’t know what’s most important to you, you can’t make choices based on integrity. Values are the compass that keeps you on the path to accomplishing your most meaningful goals and dreams. When you know what’s essential and meaningful, you can skillfully respond with choices and actions that are in alignment with whom you want to be. What you can control are your choices. If you make decisions in accordance with...
What’s Wrong With Me? Here’s a Better Question to Ask Yourself.
July 06, 2022 10:00 - 6 minutes - 6.01 MBSelf-talk that creates self-judgement, comparison, and shame is not self-empowering. It’s downright unhealthy and damaging to your self-esteem! If you’ve truly done something wrong you feel guilt about, own up to it. However, if you’re struggling with something not going to plan — for example, how to make more money, get a better job, or why your business isn’t growing — consider if you’re missing skills or knowledge. Ask yourself, “Am I ignorant or incompetent?” Ignorant = you don’t kno...
Are You Living a Big Enough Dream?
June 29, 2022 10:00 - 7 minutes - 7.06 MBEver since I was a little boy, I’ve dreamt small. I was a sickly child with severe ADHD. I had a learning disability that made it hard for me to read letters. And I was gay without knowing what that meant. Other kids and a few teachers made me feel like an outsider and not good enough. My health issues, which attracted unwanted attention, and being in the closet kept me fearful of freely expressing my truth. I was too scared to talk about it with my parents because the root of my fear was...
It Gets Better Canada: Uplifting, Empowering, and Connecting 2SLGBTQ+ Youth Across Canada
June 21, 2022 10:00 - 59 minutes - 54.9 MBIn this week's episode, I speak with Omid Razavi, the Executive Director, and Ethan Berkeley-Garcia, Youth Ambassador of It Gets Better Canada. I had such a great time hosting this interview. It's clear to me how committed both Omid and Ethan are to this important organization and the impact it's had on their own lives. Complete show notes, bios, and links ☞ https://darrenstehle.com/it-gets-better-canada/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Cultivating Leadership That Cares About its Employees — The Role of Neuroscience in Diversity, Equity, and LGBTQ+ Inclusion.
June 15, 2022 04:00 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MBIn neuroscience, the ACC is an acronym for the anterior cingulate cortex, the part of the brain commonly called the animal or mammalian brain. Most animals have basic needs like food, shelter, safety, and procreation. If those needs are met, the animal feels safe. If not, they feel higher levels of stress and threat. Humans have the same needs. The ACC has a second meaning from a personal leadership and behavioural viewpoint. In this context, the ACC stands for Acceptance, Connection, and...
Small Town Pride: A Documentary About the Joys and Challenges of Being Queer in Canadian Small Towns
June 08, 2022 10:00 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBIn this episode, I speak with the Co-Director, Producer, and Editor of the film, Chelle Turingan. Organizing in church basements, classrooms and around kitchen tables, they take on a conservative town council that won’t fly a rainbow flag and bend some rules to create a safe space for youth to come out. Despite experiences of isolation and discrimination, they love their communities and strive to make them places where everyone, no matter who and how they love, can live and thrive. ☞ Comp...
Everything We Value, We’ve Been Taught to Value. Don’t Be Pink-Washed by Corporations Vying for Your LGBTQ+ Money this June.
June 05, 2022 10:00 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBYou have the power to demand inclusion, dignity, and respect 365 days a year because you can take your purchasing power elsewhere. But don’t sit in silence with your decision to support LGBTQ+ businesses or allies. ☞ Read the full article here. ********** As a queer thought leader, neuro-coach, writer, and podcaster, Darren Stehle helps LGBTQ+ creators and change-makers develop their self-mastery and go from confusion to making an impactful difference in the world. Hosted on Acast. Se...
Feeling Stressed & Overwhelmed By All the Bad News in the World?
June 01, 2022 10:00 - 10 minutes - 9.32 MBWe are overwhelmed by the untenable problems in the world and have little capacity left to feel like we have the agency to make a difference. Even for those of us with practiced emotional resilience, we face moments when we can’t take it anymore. When that happens, you need to take care of yourself, calm your reactive emotions and mind, and find ways to reconnect with other people who embody understanding, connection, and empathy. Otherwise, you’ll shut down completely, or veer in the oppos...
Are Personality Assessments Like Myers-Briggs and Enneagrams Useful for Personal Development
May 25, 2022 10:00 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MBThese tests can be a leaping-off-point, but not a justification for who you are, perhaps for the simple reason that they are not factual. Find out why I don't use these kinds of tests with my clients and why I think they can be used as an excuse or a crutch. Read the article ☞ Are Personality Assessments Like Myers-Briggs and Enneagrams Useful When You’re Working with a Coach? Discover my IDEA(tion) approach to personal transformation. Designed to help you gain Insight, Direction, and Em...
Why "Sincerely Held Religious Beliefs" Are Hypocritical, Insincere, and Killing LGBTQ2S+ People
May 18, 2022 10:00 - 15 minutes - 13.8 MBSincerely held religious beliefs lack critical thought. They’re unreasonable towards people who don’t believe or disagree. Pre-judgement of non-believers is what makes them hypocritical. ☞ Read the original post Articles mentioned in the episode: The Threat of Religious Extremism and Radicalized Individuals to the Common Good “Sincerely Held Religious Beliefs” – A Specious Defence of Prejudice Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Interview With Dax Moy: Transformational Coach & Creator of MindMap Mastery Neuro-Coaching
May 12, 2022 12:52 - 1 hour - 74.6 MBIn every aspect of how Dax Moy shows up in the world is his desire to help people experience themselves as the version of themselves that they most want to meet. Dax is a coach, educator, mentor, author, public speaker, and strength trainer. He was my coach for a year and a half while I was part of his MindMap Mastery Coach training program. Click here to read the show notes or watch the video. ----- Every Thursday at 1 PM (EST), I offer a free 1:1 coaching session with an individual qu...
Why Positive Thinking Is a Waste of Your Time and How to ‘Feel’ Instead to Improve Happiness
May 05, 2022 19:07 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MB"Just think positive," they say. "It will all work out for the best," said someone who wants to be helpful but doesn't know what to do. If you want to experience more peace of mind, calm, and happiness, you don't want to think positively. Listen in to find out can do instead. Read the post: "Why Positive Thinking Is a Waste of Your Time." Every Thursday at 1 PM (EST), I offer a free 1:1 coaching session with an individual queer creator. Get clarity about your ideas and create effective ...
Why Can’t We All Just Get Along?
April 28, 2022 20:51 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBWe are a species connected by our shared humanity but we act ever-more separate due to the liberalism myth of individuality. We live in a paradoxical duality: Our humanity connects us, but it doesn’t necessarily protect us. This is especially true for LGBTQ+ people in Poland, Chechnya, and Russia. Dominant religious myths and political parties have deemed our lives a threat to societal mores and values — or that we are non-existent entities, i.e., we simply do not exist in their country. ...
Interview with Tim McCaskell, Author of "Queer Progress: From Homophobia to Homonationalism."
April 05, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 86.7 MBTim McCaskell's book, "Queer Progress: From Homophobia to Homonationalism," is a memoir and analysis of early Toronto gay and lesbian liberation politics, HIV/AIDS activism, queer social justice, and the rise of neoliberalism from 1974 to 2014. In this episode, we talk about the book as a way of understanding where we are now in 2022, and where things are headed socially and politically from an intersectional viewpoint. ☞ Read the complete show notes. ======== Queer IDEA(tion) Thought L...
30-Day IDEA(tion) Jump-Start for Queer Creators — From Idea to Making a Difference Doing What You Love
March 27, 2022 13:12 - 4 minutes - 4.19 MBIf you’re a Queer creator, change-maker, or thought leader on a mission to make a difference, you know a single great idea has the power to change everything — your success, a creative project, or the world. ☞ Apply here: https://darrenstehle.com/jumpstart
How Do We Practice and Cultivate Joy as Queer People?
March 21, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 72.3 MBJoy can be found in the most mundane things and moments in life, so the more mindful we are of what makes us feel joy, the happier we will be. Nathan Serrato of Queer Conscious and I take a deep dive into what joy means and how to experience more of it every day — especially as LGBTQ2+ people. Click here for show notes, links, and the full video of the episode. *********** If you’re an LGBTQ creator or change-maker who is working to make a difference in the lives of other queer people, I...
What Emotional States Can We Practice as Queer People to Experience More Joy Every Day?
March 21, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 72.3 MBJoy can be found in the most mundane things and moments in life, so the more mindful we are of what makes us feel joy, the happier we will be. Nathan Serrato of Queer Conscious and I take a deep dive into what joy means and how to experience more of it every day — especially as LGBTQ2+ people. Click here for show notes, links, and the full video of the episode. *********** If you’re an LGBTQ creator or change-maker who is working to make a difference in the lives of other queer people, I...
[Invitation] — 30-Day IDEA(tion) Coaching Jump-Start for Queer Creators & Change-Makers
March 10, 2022 14:50 - 6 minutes - 5.67 MBIf you're feeling stuck, frustrated, or unsure of what to do next and how to make a difference, I have a way to help. The most powerful word in the English language is, “Let’s.” As in, let's do this together. If you’re an LGBTQ creator or change-maker who is working to make a difference in the lives of other queer people, I invite you to join me for a free 30-Day IDEAtion Coaching Jumpstart. The Jump-start process will provide you with laser-sharp insight, establish actionable strategies s...
Michael Bach's "Alphabet Soup: The Essential Guide to LGBTQ2+ Inclusion"
March 07, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBCovering chapters such as Breaking Down the Alphabet and The Importance of Safe Space, Michael shows the importance of allyship in the workplace and engaging with employees, to interactions with volunteers, students, parishioners, or just everyday people on the street. "Alphabet Soup: The Essential Guide to LGBTQ2+ Inclusion at Work" is now available for pre-order. Read the complete show notes: Michael Bach’s “Alphabet Soup: The Essential Guide to LGBTQ2+ Inclusion” Hosted on Acast. S...
EVENT: LGBTQ+ Community Forum March 2nd, 2022 at 4 PM EST
February 28, 2022 21:09 - 1 minute - 1.34 MBTOPIC: How can LGBTQ+ people lead for the common good by teaching respect and compassion? DATE: Wednesday, March 02, 2022 — 4 PM (16:00 h) EST REGISTER: https://darrenstehle.com/events For background and preparation for this session, read my article or listen to the podcast, "LGBTQ+ People Are Uniquely Self-Aware and Can Teach Respect and Compassion for a Common Humanity."
The Threat of Religious Extremism and Radicalized Individuals to the Common Good
February 23, 2022 11:00 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBCritical thinking is not about being judgemental of other people for their ideas or beliefs. Instead, critical thinking is the practice of impartiality — attempting to suspend opinion, subjectivity, or outrage — while practicing logical, open-ended questioning and sometimes dialectical reasoning. In this episode, I discuss, The willingness and openness to understand another person - without prejudice - is a form of humility. The most significant challenge with critical thinking is the int...
LGBTQ+ Community Forum — February 16, 2022
February 14, 2022 21:18 - 2 minutes - 1.87 MBABOUT: The work of a queer creative who is making a difference for LGBTQ+ people can be wonderful yet challenging, risky yet rewarding, and lonely but transformative. If your work involves improving the lives of others, bring your challenges and questions to the LGBTQ+ Forum. I’m here to support your IDEA(tion) to get Insight, Direction, and Emotional Alignment. WHEN: Wednesday, February 16, 2022 — 4 PM (13:00 h) to 2 PM EST WHERE: Register online for this and future events at https://dar...
Fostering an LGBTQ+ Cricket Club's Ethos and Culture of Inclusion, Acceptance, and Individual Value
February 09, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 58.8 MBIn this session, I ask Lachlan how I can help. What he needs is clarity and direction for how to maintain and cultivate an open and welcoming space for all voices to be heard at the Birmingham Unicorns Cricket club meetings. The challenge he has is that committee meetings are open to all who wish to attend. It’s easy to get overwhelmed by all the individual voices, but the club wants to remain open and inclusive, especially for the upcoming Annual General Meeting. Added to this is the chal...
EVENT: Think Queerly LGBTQ+ Community Forum — February 09, 2022
February 07, 2022 13:49 - 6 minutes - 6.17 MBABOUT: The work of a queer creative who is making a difference for LGBTQ+ people can be wonderful yet challenging, risky yet rewarding, and lonely but transformative. If your work involves improving the lives of others, bring your challenges and questions to the LGBTQ+ Forum. I’m here to support you with clarity, focus, and direction in your efforts with thoughtful encouragement. WHEN: Wednesday, February 09, 2022 — 1 PM (13:00 h) to 2 PM EST WHERE: Register online at https://darrenstehl...
LGBTQ+ People Are Uniquely Self-Aware and Can Teach Respect and Compassion for a Common Humanity
February 02, 2022 11:00 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBIn the book, “When Things Fall Apart: Heart Advice for Difficult Times,” Pema Chödrön expresses the idea of not causing harm to yourself or others. Of course, she means causing no physical harm, but just as important, not causing harm to ourselves by the ways in which we think about ourselves. For example, not being self-deprecating when we don’t believe in ourselves and not being overly self-critical. If we don’t love ourselves, it may be that we haven’t questioned the beliefs we hold abou...
EVENT: How Can We Use Social Media to Promote a Message of Common Humanity?
February 01, 2022 15:10 - 3 minutes - 3.63 MBHave you ever got into a comments fight or Twitter feud on social media, only to seriously regret what you did? Well, let me tell you about the time when I was a bit intoxicated and got into a tête-à-tête with someone who wrote a comment on one of my articles. If you’re interested in personal transformation and humane leadership for the common good, this is a community forum you’ll want to be a part of. This week's topic is, "How can we use social media to promote a message of common huma...
An Intergenerational Conversation With Gay Activist Ken Popert
January 26, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 83.9 MBKen Popert’s name kept showing up in the historical research Jeff has been doing at the Human Sexuality Archive at Cornell, and for one of his courses, “Making Public Queer History.” Jeff recognized Ken’s name because I used to work at Pink Triangle Press (PTP) in Toronto, Canada where Ken was my direct report. I had also talked about PTP, and its founding publication, The Body Politic, in an interview (with Jeff as co-host) with the authors of “Out North: An Archive of Queer Activism and ...
EVENT: Think Queerly LGBTQ+ Creator’s Forum
January 25, 2022 14:14 - 2 minutes - 2.02 MBWhat’s the biggest struggle you’re facing as a queer creator or thought leader? Let’s talk about it, this Wednesday, at the Think Queerly LGBTQ+ Creator’s Forum. We thrive as humans when we share our work and experiences with others who are encouraging and accepting of who we are. The work of a queer creator who wants to make a difference in the world for LGBTQ+ people can be wonderful but challenging, risky but rewarding, and lonely but transformative. If you use your creativity to impr...
UPDATE: Live Community Human(e) Heartedness & LGBTQ+ Creator's Forums
January 15, 2022 05:05 - 9 minutes - 8.26 MBUpcoming Live Events Starting on Wednesday, January 19, please join me, live, as I host my first bi-weekly (and free) Community Forum. I will alternate between how we can lead in the way of Human(e) Heartedness for the common good, and a forum to support other queer creators and thought leaders. If you’re doing something to make a difference in the world, be that in your work or some form of advocacy, I’m here to help you get more clarity, focus, and direction in your efforts. Feel free to...
Brainstorming Playful Gamification for a Non-Cis Gender Somatic Pleasure Practice
January 12, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBRo Rose is currently a student at the Somatic Sex Education Institute. They have been working with me for the last four months. I coach Ro around IDEA(tion) — to help them gain Insight, establish consistent Direction, and take efficient steps that are in Emotional Alignment to maintain momentum while making progress on what they want to accomplish. In this Think Queerly IDEA(tion) Coaching episode, I ask Ro what question or struggle they want to work through in our session. Ro has noticed i...
What to Expect from the Think Queerly Podcast in 2022
January 05, 2022 05:05 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MBOver the past year or more in publishing my ideas, I have noticed that my messaging might appear scattered, if not confusing. That’s on me, and I have taken to rectify that. If you only want to hear about Queer topics, Think Queerly is what you want in your ears. The Think Queerly Podcast explores the mutually arising relationship between the status quo and all things queer. A queer perspective is the counter-balance that supports a healthy, loving, and equitable society. On the show, I e...
Queerness, Horror, Memoir, and Toronto LGBTQ History in “RED X” — a New Novel by David Demchuk
December 29, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 58.7 MB“RED X,” David Demchuk’s second novel, is about a series of disappearances from Toronto’s gay community over a 40-year period (actually over 200 years), and the efforts of surviving friends and family to find out who or what is responsible. Interwoven is David Demchuk’s own story as a horror writer, as a gay man, and as someone whose novel is breaching the boundaries of fiction and entering his life. Read the full show notes here: https://thinkqueerly.com/queerness-horror-memoir-and-toronto...
REMINDER: 2021 Year-End Review Webinar this Wednesday
December 27, 2021 15:50 - 4 minutes - 4.52 MBJoin me on Wednesday, December 29, 2021, at 1:00 PM (EST) If you are unable to master your thoughts, feelings, actions, and behaviours, you'll keep getting results you don't want. Knowing what you stand for and why that matters to you is how you improve the quality of your life — and the lives of those you love and care about. Join me for this transformative webinar to discover the steps to being the meaningful change you want to see in the world. Sign Up Here for the Free Webinar
My Top 10 Articles and Think Queerly Podcast Episodes from 2021
December 22, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBUnderlying my work is my philosophy of human-heartedness. This is a non-dogmatic approach to lead with personal responsibility for equity and the common good — a way of being that improves open-mindedness, reduces contention, and increases kindness, compassion, and understanding for others. Looking back over this past year, I believe that I have created and shared meaningful content that speaks to my philosophy and offers ideas and practices to create more clarity, focus, and direction in y...
What Are the Character Traits that Ground Who You Are?
December 16, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBWhat Are Character Traits? A simple way of framing character traits is to think of an actor playing a character in a movie. The actor needs to embody the character’s attitude and personality for the viewer to believe how the actor is behaving. Character traits are what we use to describe who we are and how we act. For example, you can describe someone’s character as kind, thoughtful, aggressive, or aloof. Your dominant character traits describe and demonstrate what you most value and beli...
Owning the Powerful Distinction: ‘It's Not About Me, It's About the Product.’
December 09, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBIt’s time for something new on the Think Queerly Podcast. I’m excited to bring you what I plan to be a once-a-month feature episode in which I coach one of my clients — raw, unscripted, and unplanned. If you ever wondered how I coach, or what it’s like to be coached, I know you will enjoy these episodes. This is what you will hear during this IDEAtion Coaching session with Jon Carl Lewis. In him, you will witness a wonderful example of what Human(e) Thought Leadership looks like. Enjoy! Re...
Human(e) Thought Leadership: How to Be the Change for the Common Good Through Self-Mastery
December 02, 2021 11:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBI Envision a World that Respects All of Humanity To lead yourself from such a noble place — as if that place already existed — you will need to practice and embody values, principles, and beliefs that support a universal human dignity. However, I’m not suggesting a belief in a spiritual entity, following a religion, or a set of commandments. Instead, this is the personal responsibility of cultivating a loving, equitable, and harmonious humanity that — I believe — is both an individual and ...
Why Are Rightwing Extremist Groups So Secretive?
November 25, 2021 11:00 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MBRecently, I read in the Guardian that "Top Republicans rub shoulders with extremists in secretive rightwing group, leak reveals." The details of the reporting stuck in my head. Then a question came to mind: Why are some rightwing extremist groups so secretive? What have they got to hide? The only reason these kinds of groups are secretive is not because they are ashamed. These organizations are secretive because they know they are morally wrong. They know they are wrong because their be...