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This week, we revisit Season 5, Episode 11, where I had an in-depth conversation with Professor Joel Lee, a renowned expert in negotiation and mediation. Joel, a professor at the National University of Singapore and a Harvard Law School graduate, shared valuable insights into handling conflict constructively in professional and personal settings.

Three Key Takeaways from This Episode:

Normalizing Conflict: Learn how to view conflict as a natural and essential part of life. Joel explains how reframing conflict as an opportunity for growth can help you better navigate challenging situations.
The Art of Respectful Disagreement: Discover practical strategies on how to disagree without being disagreeable. Joel shares tips on transforming conflict into productive conversations, maintaining respect, and fostering collaboration.
Shifting the Mindset from Win-Lose to Collaboration: Gain insights into moving away from a win-lose mentality. Joel discusses the importance of embracing a more nuanced approach that fosters understanding, collaboration, and mutual respect in conflict resolution.

Episode Highlights:

The Power of Respectful Disagreement: Joel introduces the concept of disagreeing without being disagreeable. He explains how body language, tone, and choice of words can greatly affect how disagreement is perceived. By acknowledging different perspectives respectfully, you can transform potential conflict into constructive dialogue. Joel also addresses the common fight-or-flight response triggered by conflict and advocates for a mindset shift where both parties can be right without needing to win at the other's expense.

Role of Listening in Conflict Resolution: Joel stresses the importance of deep listening—not just to defend or counter-argue but to truly understand the other party's perspective. He introduces the concept of "Miller's Law," which suggests assuming that what the other person is saying makes sense to them, even if it doesn't make sense to you. This approach allows you to bridge gaps in understanding and fosters a more empathetic and constructive exchange.

Original Episode S5 E11:
Transforming Conflict: The Role of Mindset and Emotional Balance.

Joel Lee's contact info:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joel-lee-0a03b9b/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joel.lee.5070
Book: https://store.lawnet.com/an-asian-perspective-on-mediation.html
Joel Lee's Bio
Joel Lee is a Professor at the Faculty of Law, the National University of Singapore. A graduate of Victoria University of Wellington and Harvard Law Schools, Joel specializes in Negotiation and Mediation. Joel co-pioneered the teaching of Negotiation and Mediation in the Singapore Universities and has played a significant role in furthering the development of mediation in Singapore.

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2. Introduction to Resilience and Well-Being (00:00:08)

3. Embracing Conflict as Natural (00:02:00)

4. The Art of Respectful Disagreement (00:06:59)

5. Redefining the Narrative of Conflict (00:11:56)

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BiteSize - Struggling with Conflict? Learn How to Turn Disagreement into Collaboration.

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Get in touch with us! We’d appreciate your feedback and comments.

Three Key Takeaways from This Episode:

Normalizing Conflict: Learn how to view conflict as a natural and essential part of life. Joel explains how reframing conflict as an opportunity for growth can help you better navigate challenging situations.
The Art of Respectful Disagreement: Discover practical strategies on how to disagree without being disagreeable. Joel shares tips on transforming conflict into productive conversations, maintaining respect, and fostering collaboration.
Shifting the Mindset from Win-Lose to Collaboration: Gain insights into moving away from a win-lose mentality. Joel discusses the importance of embracing a more nuanced approach that fosters understanding, collaboration, and mutual respect in conflict resolution.

Episode Highlights:

Original Episode S5 E11:
Transforming Conflict: The Role of Mindset and Emotional Balance.

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2. Introduction to Resilience and Well-Being (00:00:08)

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Get in touch with us! We’d appreciate your feedback and comments. “We don’t just store trauma in our minds—we store it in our bodies. Healing starts when we bring awareness to those patterns.” – Debi Fries Have you ever felt emotions stuck in your body but struggled to articulate them? Do certain patterns in your relationships or reactions seem to play out like a broken record? In this episode, we dive into the connection between mind and body —how our nervous system, breath, and self-awareness shape our emotional responses and resilience. Joining me is Debi Fries , a somatic psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience in Integrative Body Psychotherapy (IBP) . Debi specializes in helping individuals process trauma, navigate relationship challenges, and break free from outdated emotional patterns. Through her work, she bridges cognitive, emotional, somatic, and even spiritual aspects of healing. Together, we unpack how breathwork, self-awareness, and nervous system regulation can help us shift from reactivity to resilience . Debi also shares powerful techniques for recognizing triggers, improving self-talk, and fostering emotional balance in relationships and everyday life. Key Topics Covered: How Trauma is Stored in the Body – Understanding how past experiences shape present-day reactions Breathwork for Nervous System Regulation – Practical techniques like Tactical Breathing (16-Second Breath) and the 4-7-8 Breath Breaking Free from Old Patterns – Why we repeat emotional cycles and how to update our responses with new information The Power of Self-Talk – How internal dialogue shapes our behavior and relationships CHCCC Method for Emotional Regulation – Crisis, Humor, Courage, Compassion, and Curiosity as a framework for self-awareness Mindfulness & Active Rest – How everyday activities like sketching, listening to music, or watching fish can regulate the nervous system Healing Through Relationships – Why conflict can strengthen relationships Bio Debi Fries, MFT is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Los Angeles, CA. She is an Integrative Body Psychotherapy (IBP) practitioner and has taught IBP in the United States and Europe since 2006. As a Somatic Psychotherapist, Debi believes that our bodies hold tremendous wisdom and information and are also a repository for all that has happened to us. Her strategies enable access to this wisdom while allowing for new neural pathways to take hold. In addition to being a therapist, Debi considers herself a guide, healer, alchemist and archeologist, unearthing and transforming patterns that no longer serve us. Utilizing the breath and the body, Debi helps provide a template for how to face the intolerable, the difficult, and the unavoidable, as well as how to live from an expansive, abundant, and joyful place. Contact Website: http://www.elementalfamily.com/ Support the show Sign up for the weekly IT'S AN INSIDE JOB NEWSLETTER takes 5 seconds to fill out receive a fresh update every Wednesday…

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Solo - The Contrarian Mindset Skill 9: Practice Courage 21:46

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Get in touch with us! We’d appreciate your feedback and comments. "Courage is not the absence of fear—it’s choosing to lean into fear, to learn from it, and to act despite it." In this BiteSize Friday episode, Jason explores the concept of contrarian courage —a mindset that challenges conventional thinking about fear and resilience. He dives into the importance of embracing fear as an ally, redefining vulnerability as strength, and practicing courage as an intentional, incremental process. Through the contrarian lens, Jason offers strategies to transform fear into a driving force for personal empowerment and growth. Key Topics Covered: What Is a Contrarian Mindset? It’s about challenging the usual ways of responding to life’s obstacles, choosing thoughtful and unconventional paths for resilience and success. The contrarian mindset is structured into three clusters: Mastering Self Mastering Perspective Mastering Resilience Practicing Courage Through the Contrarian Lens: Fear is not an adversary to be defeated but a companion to understand and transform into a motivator. True courage is not about fearlessness but about engaging with and learning from fear to foster growth and self-awareness. The Role of Vulnerability in Courage: Vulnerability is often misinterpreted as weakness, but it’s the foundation of authentic courage. Leaders and individuals alike grow stronger when they embrace vulnerability, fostering trust, connection, and personal development. Three Practical Strategies to Cultivate Contrarian Courage: Fear Reflection: Use introspection or journaling to identify the origins and triggers of fear. Map out fears to diminish their power and track progress over time. Incremental Exposure: Gradually face fears in manageable steps, building tolerance and resilience over time. A technique borrowed from psychology that desensitizes fear’s intensity. Courage Accountability: Partner with a trusted individual or mentor to stay accountable for your growth. Regular check-ins provide motivation, perspective, and constructive feedback. Contrarian Courage in Action: Examples include entrepreneurs and artists who face fear head-on to achieve their goals. Embracing fear as an ally leads to personal empowerment and new opportunities for growth. Additional Resources: Interested in building a contrarian mindset for resilience, fortitude, and psychological strength? Check out the other episodes in this series linked in the show notes, and subscribe to It’s an Inside Job for more insights on resilience, well-being, and personal growth. Part 1 – Discover the Power of The Contrarian Mindset: A New Approach to Rewiring Your Brain for Resilience and Growth Part 2 – Discover the Power of The Contrarian Mindset: A New Approach to Rewiring Your Brain for Resilience and Growth Support the show Sign up for the weekly IT'S AN INSIDE JOB NEWSLETTER takes 5 seconds to fill out receive a fresh update every Wednesday…

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Leading Through Uncertainty: Essential Resilience Skills for 2025. 1:06:24

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Get in touch with us! We’d appreciate your feedback and comments. “Adaptability is the number one skill set we need in 2025 and beyond. The ability to pivot, stay composed, and problem-solve in real time is what will separate strong leaders from the rest.” – Cynthia Pong In this episode of It’s an Inside Job , I sit down with award-winning executive coach, speaker, and thought leader Cynthia Pong , founder and CEO of Embrace Change . Cynthia specializes in career advancement and leadership development, particularly for women of color. As a Forbes contributor and LinkedIn Top Voice , her expertise has been featured in Harvard Business Review , The Atlantic , NPR , and NBC . We dive into leadership in uncertain times and explore the skills necessary to lead oneself and others through change, volatility, and complexity . Cynthia shares strategies for sharpening self-awareness, building adaptability, fostering resilience , and creating psychological safety in teams. If you’re navigating leadership challenges in 2025 and beyond, this episode is packed with insights and practical tools you can apply right away. Key Topics Covered: Adaptability as a Core Leadership Skill – How to pivot and respond effectively to change The Power of Self-Leadership – Understanding your sphere of control (what you control, influence, and cannot control) Managing Panic & Uncertainty – Overcoming the brain’s negativity bias and staying grounded in difficult moments Deep Listening & Effective Questioning – Strengthening communication by asking the right questions and truly listening The Role of Silence in Leadership – How intentional pauses can encourage reflection and deeper insights Bio Cynthia Pong, JD, is an award-winning executive coach and speaker who empowers women of color leaders to advance their careers into positions of power. A Forbes Contributor and LinkedIn Top Voice for Job Search and Career, she has been featured in HBR, The Atlantic, and on NBC, CBS, NPR, and more. As Founder and CEO of Embrace Change, Cynthia leads an elite, all-BIPOC team who provide specialized coaching and training programs for high-performing women of color up to the C-suite. Equipped with Cynthia’s strategic guidance, her clients break down barriers, lead with authenticity, and have collectively negotiated over $750K in salary increases. Her Anthem Award-winning Leadership Accelerator program has propelled women of color to prestigious fellowships, promotions, and top graduate program admissions. Cynthia’s book, Don’t Stay in Your Lane: The Career Change Guide for Women of Color, has cemented her as a foremost voice on career advancement, negotiation, and thought leadership. Contact LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/embracechangenyc/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/cynthia.pong.7 Instagram: https://instagram.com/embracechangenyc/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/embracechangenyc Forbes: https://www.forbes.com/sites/cynthiapong/ Website: https://www.embracechange.nyc Book: https://www.embracechange.nyc/book Support the show Sign up for the weekly IT'S AN INSIDE JOB NEWSLETTER takes 5 seconds to fill out receive a fresh update every Wednesday…

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Solo - The Contrarian Mindset Skill 8: Focus on Progress Not Perfection 17:33

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