Listen "Practicing the Art of Discomfort - Carey Davidson"
Episode Synopsis
We welcome the incredible Carey Davidson to show, the founder & CEO of Tournesol Wellness and author of the FIVE Archetypes, and prepare yourself for fascinating discussion where we explore the theme of embracing discomfort for personal and professional growth.Amongst many insights, Carey presents key takeaways around our natural tendency to avoid discomfort, the power of the pause to better understand our reactions, and the role of empathy in the pursuit of success.You can learn more about Carey by heading to her website: https://www.careydavidson.com/Grab a copy of her highly-acclaimed book The FIVE Archetypes Show Notes Segment 1: The Importance of Discomfort (~ 6:00)Discussing the natural tendency to avoid discomfort.Carey Davidson shares insights on how discomfort can be a catalyst for positive change.Highlighting real-world examples of individuals who thrived by embracing discomfort in their careers.Segment 2: The Power of the Pause (~ 11:30)Unpacking the concept of the pause as a powerful tool for self-reflection.Carey Davidson delves into how the pause allows us to practice mindfulness and better understand our reactions.Practical tips for incorporating intentional pauses into daily routines.Segment 3: Empathy on the Journey to Success (~ 23:30)Exploring the role of empathy in the pursuit of success.Discussing how understanding others' perspectives fosters collaboration and personal development, while being the key to high performance.Carey Davidson shares anecdotes illustrating the impact of empathy on her own career journey.🚀 Conclusion:Recap of key takeaways: embracing discomfort, the power of the pause, and the importance of empathy.Encouraging listeners to apply these principles in their career paths.Teasing upcoming episodes and guests.📚 Resource Mentioned:Carey Davidson's book The FIVE Archetypes 📱 Connect with Us:Encouraging listeners to share theirSend us a textSupport the showConnect with Steve Mellor Stay connected and keep growing with Steve: LinkedIn Instagram Book Steve to speak at your next event → www.stevemellorspeaks.com Support the GrowthReady Podcast by leaving a 5-star rating → Apple Podcasts Connect with GrowthReady Join the community and keep your growth journey going: LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Official Website ---- This podcast was produced on Riverside and released via Buzzsprout Sign up for the monthly newsletter with Steve and GrowthReady (formerly known as Career Competitor) by providing your details here - Request to become part of our community
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