With the nights drawing in heralding the transition of the seasons, it's time to gather and, in every sense of the word. So following nature's lead, what are we able and willing to gather that might support us during the coming months? This episode is perfect if you need a nudge to reflect on your year's journey in order to find inspiration. Join Joanna as she reflects on the diversity of riches at our fingertips, including the physical, the emotional and our learnings. KEY POINTS 1. How the har...
Oct 04, 2023•12 min
Using the premise of one of Joanna's favourite childhood books, we explore the land of intentional development to see what lessons we can learn. Join Joanna as she transports us, childlike, to a land where through adult eyes we see that each structure, landmark and curiosity have something to teach us about intentional development. Key Points 1. The Pit of Shame: No need to dwell here as development plans are not just about fixing an inadequacy. They have a positive purpose. 2. Feedback Fountain...
Sep 27, 2023•15 min
Everyone desires some sense of success and yet as introverts, we can become preoccupied with challenges that keep us playing small. Joanna has been asked frequently what the secret is to achieving success in life, but the truth is, there are no quick fixes. So in this episode, Joanna highlights the possible reasons why people get discouraged from working on their personal growth. Listen in as our host also shares the five pillars that support her success and resilience so she can get back up whe...
Sep 20, 2023•15 min
At times, it may be challenging for we introverts to figure out what truly makes us happy. With so many distractions all around us, it is easy for us to lose track of what is important to us and what is not. So in this episode, Joanna talks us through some signposts and actionable steps to guide us on our journey to discover what lights us up. Listen in as our host begins by sharing the Venn Diagram Purpose, a Westernized version of Ikigai, and discusses how engaging in this practice can help yo...
Sep 13, 2023•18 min
Difficulty in expressing our thoughts and opinions honestly, while also being considerate of other people's feelings, is one that introverts struggle with. Because those of us who tend to avoid conflict worry about the tension that may arise. So in this short episode, Joanna outlines the significance of compassionate honesty and what it entails. Listen in as our host shares actionable tips on how to effectively practice compassionate honesty so that we no longer struggle with the need to convey ...
Sep 06, 2023•13 min
Joanna recently worked with young people embarking on a professional apprenticeship and it got her thinking about what she might have done differently early on in her career if she had known she was an introvert. In this episode, Joanna looks back on her early experiences in the workplace with the intention of supporting others who are at the beginning of their career journeys. Tune in as our host shares how we can embrace introversion and see it as a strength rather than a weakness. KEY POINTS:...
Aug 30, 2023•18 min
As you navigate your personal journey to flourishing, how aware are you of the habits that propel you to live a fulfilled life versus the ones that allow you to collude with your sense of not being enough? In this episode, Joanna looks into habits - focusing on those that are beneficial to your well-being. Tune in as our host explores the true nature of habits, the importance of recognizing the ones that have us in their hold, how to develop new ones, and demonstrates how she uses bravery and be...
Aug 23, 2023•17 min
Joanna's emphasis on growing one's bravery seems to have had an effect on encouraging individuals to move and making them intentional. But what does being intentional mean for us introverts? In this short episode, Joanna explores what being intentional genuinely entails. Listen in as our host talks us through the benefits of taking purposeful actions and the steps on how to embark on the path to intentional living; because after all, a path towards self-discovery, authenticity, and deeper connec...
Aug 16, 2023•12 min
In this episode, Joanna welcomes guest, Prof. Heidi K. Brown. Heidi is a graduate of University of Virginia School of Law, an Associate Dean for upper level writing at New York Law School, a former Litigator in the construction industry, and the author of a number of books including The Introverted Lawyer, Untangling the Fear of Lawyering, and The Flourishing Lawyer. Tune in as Joanna and Heidi engage in fascinating conversations about self-discovery, self-development, what led Heidi to the path...
Aug 09, 2023•37 min
Diving deep into the topic of 'Bravery,' Joanna was guided toward a natural conclusion - it is far too costly to keep playing small, to keep our bravery hidden, and to allow our potential to go unrealized. So in this episode, Joanna explores what these factors mean for ambitious introverts with great dreams and plans out there. She uses a well-known verse by Marianne Williamson, which has long been an inspiration to her, to help us realise what it can be costing us in terms of fulfilment. Tune i...
Aug 02, 2023•16 min
Joanna recently came across a post online that offers advice on "How to become the most interesting person in the room." After years of being labelled as 'boring' or 'dull,' the idea of being viewed as 'interesting' would have been too appealing for Joanna to ignore. But in this episode, our host describes how fundamentally changing her perception allowed her to show up more authentically, hence; moving beyond the need to feel interesting in the traditional sense. Listen in to learn how developi...
Jul 26, 2023•13 min
A common misconception about introverts is that we are inherently timid, cowardly, and scared of our shadows, mostly because the word 'bravery' is typically associated with extraverted behaviour. In this episode, Joanna shares what bravery means to her and explores different interpretations of the word. And, as introverts, how we have unique talents and abilities that mean we can be courageous in our own right. Listen in as she talks about the contrasts between being 'brave' from being 'confiden...
Jul 19, 2023•17 min
While around 50% of the population identifies as an introvert, there is still significant bias in society and the workplace that favours extraverts. We introverts frequently struggle to navigate educational institutions and corporate cultures that do not value inclusivity; as a result, this impacts the possibilities for our advancement in the workplace and negatively affects our well-being, self-esteem, and overall happiness. So in this episode, Joanna delves into the complexities of the extrave...
Jul 12, 2023•16 min
Have you ever struggled with the notion of letting go? The act of letting go or stepping into the unknown may not always be the easiest thing to accomplish because, as humans, we are programmed to grasp onto what is familiar. And sometimes, this is what prevents our growth and development. In this episode, Joanna shares some of her experiences with letting go, her thoughts on how being an introvert might make the process different for her, and the learnings she acquired through the journey. List...
Jul 05, 2023•16 min
There are times in life when things don't go to plan and/or we're not at our best. In those times we can feel despondent, listless or even powerless, in other words in the doldrums or the valley rather than at the peak. This is how Joanna has felt for a while and at just the right time, she was asked this brilliant question: "Do you have a process for getting out of the valleys?" So in this short but insightful episode, Joanna shares her strategies for climbing out of the valleys or the challeng...
Jun 28, 2023•11 min•Ep. 177
As Joanna was recently exploring the future of her business with her accountability buddies, she was asked an interesting question: "How does it feel to flourish as an introvert?" Her business has been operating under the name 'Flourishing Introverts' for a few years now, so she figured that people might be tired of hearing about it. But Joanna realised there is still so much more she can share. So in this episode, Joanna expands on what 'flourishing' means and in particular what it means to her...
Jun 21, 2023•13 min
Joanna recently contributed to The Quiet Rebellion Conference and one of the things she was asked to speak about were the qualities one must possess to cultivate an unwavering self-trust. As she pondered her stance on this question, she felt a little uneasy and only later realised that this stemmed from her false perception of what self-trust truly meant. So in this episode, Joanna shares her thoughts and conclusions about self-trust as an introvert. Our host explores the idea of self-trust in i...
Jun 14, 2023•15 min
Joanna recently read an article offering tips for overcoming the challenges we face as introverted leaders. Most of the advice is pretty standard and then comes the advice that incenses Joanna. Given the strong extraversion bias in our environment and years of being told to be different, we Introverts may have been persuaded to believe that we needed to change who we are to fit in, which is far from the truth. Find out what it says in the article that motivated Joanna to devote an episode to dis...
Jun 07, 2023•11 min
How readily do we step into the unknown amid all the uncertainty in life? Like Joanna, at some point, you may have believed that by adopting a certain approach or process, achieving certain expectations was all but guaranteed. But considering the uncertainties and possibilities, Joanna realised that none of it was really true. In this episode, join our host as she dives deeper into the idea of embracing life as an experiment. Listen in to discover the advantages we can get once we take the leap ...
May 31, 2023•16 min
Ep 172 Introverts - How Do You Invest in Yourself? Joanna believes that one of the key components of leading a fulfilling life is pursuing personal and professional growth. However, introverts who derive their energy from within often face unique obstacles making it a challenging endeavour. In this episode, Joanna explores the challenges and associated factors that make it difficult for introverts to begin investing in themselves. Listen in as our host also shares helpful strategies to overcome ...
May 24, 2023•15 min
In this episode, Joanna welcomes a special guest, Casey Lightbody. Casey - an Open Introvert, is a business growth strategist and marketing mentor for quietly powerful, impact-driven women. She is an experienced entrepreneur who has grown multi-six-figure businesses over the past ten years and has personal expertise in what it takes to achieve success that is both sustainable and exponential. Casey shared that by burning down her first business, she had the opportunity to get to know herself on ...
May 17, 2023•34 min
Having finally decided to attend her organization's networking lunch, Justine decided to read an article she thought would be helpful for just such an occasion - "Conversation Starters for Introverts." But, the more she read, the more aghast Justine became. The article was really no help at all. Listen in and find out what is in the article Joanna provided as an example of where even expert advice may not be that helpful. Our host encourages us once more to be mindful of what we choose to implem...
May 10, 2023•13 min
Have you ever experienced situations that leave you tearing your hair out, playing small, or that have you retreat in despair? And how do you respond if and when it happens? In this episode, Joanna shares an experience that leads her to reflect on things that frustrate us as introverts. Our host goes through a list of frustrations shared by her clients, some of which may be familiar to you. Listen and discover the strategies you can use whenever you find yourself getting wound up and have the po...
May 03, 2023•17 min
We all have times in our lives when we feel as though nothing is moving forward and that we are stuck. For Joanna, the more difficult something feels, the more exhausted she feels and the lower energy she has to get unstuck which makes her less motivated to push through. In such circumstances, pottering may seem more enticing. Listen to this episode as Joanna shares how she overcomes the challenge of seeming to choose to traverse the valleys rather than the peaks (Remember the last episode). She...
Apr 26, 2023•13 min
With our overstimulated minds, we Introverts are more likely to overthink, hence we sometimes tend to take things quite literally. The feedback from last week's topic about navigating life's ups and downs combined with Joanna's bout of impatience are the catalysts for this episode. This gave her the space to explore the things she can take too literally. In this episode as our host goes through some general ideas, sayings, and idioms she realized she had taken too literally in the past to appeas...
Apr 19, 2023•15 min
In this episode, Joanna revisits one of her favourite definitions of " Flourishing" by Dr. Lynn Soots, a positive psychologist, as she focuses on the peaks and valleys of life we all experience. The question is, do we ride them or tolerate them? Tune in as our host uncovers and challenges what a quiet life for an Introvert genuinely entails and what it personally means for her. Although life was never promised to be easy, the spills, thrills, and the variety it throws us are what makes it precio...
Apr 12, 2023•13 min
As we begin to feel the sun's warmth and watch the flowers bloom, Joanna creates this short episode to welcome the spring season. We are all eager to build a life we enjoy that gives our loved ones what they need. This can prove challenging given everything going on in the world. Listen to this episode as our host shares the importance of putting a spring in our step and her seven ideas for how we live life intentionally and with more enthusiasm. Let us share happiness widely because, as Joanna ...
Apr 05, 2023•11 min
Joanna has observed a polarizing effect on introverts pursuing personal development. Some people shun the idea because they feel forced to be more extraverted, and others recognize that they have plateaued and are striving to advance without compromising who they truly are. The important thing is to figure out how to move the needle on your dial. Every one of us has a different route to take, so in this episode, Joanna explores what would move the needle on where we want to be in life. Our host ...
Mar 29, 2023•14 min
In this episode, Joanna gives us a glimpse of another book on her shelf that served as her source of inspiration, The Four Agreements: The Practical Guide to Personal Freedom by Don Miguel Ruiz. Tune in as she explores the powerful set of principles written in this book, which speaks to a way of being that enables us to feel happy with a sense of fulfillment as we engage with life. As an Introvert, you may also aspire to a life of fulfillment filled with meaning and purpose that allows you to me...
Mar 23, 2023•12 min
Most Introverts have a think-say-think communication process, which does not always suit today's fast-paced environment where everyone is in a rush, struggling to find time for quality thinking. But what can result from pausing, breathing, and discerning the flow of our thoughts? In this episode, Joanna explores how we can make the most out of our preference for thinking - without overthinking, procrastinating, or being stuck in our heads. Listen in as our host explores Nancy Kline's 10 Componen...
Mar 16, 2023•21 min
