Freedom from fear

Calibrate Your Consciousness

Calibrate Your Consciousness

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In this episode, we delve into the concept of being "qualified" in the workplace, examining who gets labeled as such, who doesn't, and the underlying reasons. We explore "competency checking"—the practice of scrutinizing individuals' abilities—and how it disproportionately affects underrepresented groups, often going unnoticed or unchallenged. Our discussion aims to redefine qualifications in a fair, equitable, and actionable manner. Our guest, Shari Dunn , is an accomplished journalist, former attorney, news anchor, CEO, university professor, and sought-after speaker. She has been recognized as Executive of the Year and a Woman of Influence, with her work appearing in Fortune Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Ad Age, and more. Her new book, Qualified: How Competency Checking and Race Collide at Work , unpacks what it truly means to be deserving and capable—and why systemic barriers, not personal deficits, are often the real problem. Her insights challenge the narratives that hold so many of us back and offer practical solutions for building a more equitable future. Together, we can build workplaces and communities that don’t just reflect the world we live in, but the one we want to create. A world where being qualified is about recognizing the talent and potential that’s been overlooked for far too long. It’s not just about getting a seat at the table—it’s about building an entirely new table, one designed with space for all of us. Connect with Our Guest Shari Dunn Website& Book - Qualified: https://thesharidunn.com LI: https://www.linkedin.com/today/author/sharidunn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesharidunn Related Podcast Episodes: How To Build Emotionally Mature Leaders with Dr. Christie Smith | 272 Holding It Together: Women As America's Safety Net with Jessica Calarco | 215 How To Defy Expectations with Dr. Sunita Sah | 271 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music…

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Shift from fear to love by immersing yourself in a soothing meditation designed to alleviate anxiety and uncertainty. Cultivate gratitude, connect deeply with your body through a mindful scan, and reinforce feelings of safety and love with positive affirmations.

The goal for this meditation is to help you emerge feeling calmer, more grounded, and empowered to navigate uncertainty.

23 episodios

Freedom from fear

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The goal for this meditation is to help you emerge feeling calmer, more grounded, and empowered to navigate uncertainty.

23 episodios

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Breathe off to sleep 29:58

hace 1 day29:58

29:58

Unwind with gentle stretches and self-massage to release leftover tension, then ease into slow, belly-centered breathing that quiets racing thoughts. Draw on a simple mantra to lull your mind toward calm, shifting your focus away from worries. Let each exhale carry you closer to a restful, dream-ready state. You will leave this meditation feeling relaxed and confident in your ability to invite deeper, more restorative sleep whenever you need it.…

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Antidote to loneliness 30:46

hace 8 días30:46

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Shift from feeling alone to recognizing an unbreakable sense of connection by exploring the layers of personal and universal oneness. Revisit personal ties with a visualization exercise before moving on to a broader realization that your deeper self is shared with all living things. You’ll leave this meditation with a renewed sense that you’re never truly isolated and the ability to access this inner support whenever loneliness arises.…

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Building focus 29:52

hace 15 días29:52

29:52

Boost concentration and quiet mental chatter. Discover how controlled breathing can help ground you in the present moment and sharpen your attention. Walk away feeling refreshed, steady, and confident in your ability to create focus with your breath.

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No more overwhelm 29:34

hace 22 días29:34

29:34

Release overwhelm one breath at a time, staying close to the present moment. You’ll learn about the practice of labeling to avoid anxious anticipation about the future and also explore easy belly breathing that balances the nervous system. Leave this meditation feeling confident that you can handle life’s demands one grounded moment at a time.…

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Finding inner strength 30:05

hace 29 días30:05

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Cultivate inner strength by guiding your attention away from anxious thoughts and back to a chosen anchor, such as your breath or a physical sensation. Practice saying “no” to any unwanted mental chatter in a calm, assertive way, discovering how to preserve your focus in the present moment. You’ll explore a labeling technique that helps you notice whether your thoughts drift to the past, the future, or simply distract you in real time. Leave this session feeling more grounded, alert, and confident in your ability to resist the pull of unhelpful thinking.…

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Breathing in, breathing out 31:50

hace 5 weeks31:50

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Breathe your way to deeper presence, letting each inhale and exhale soothe your body and clear your mind. Visualization will help you feel steady like a mountain, reflective like water, and open like the sky. Release tension through slow, intentional breathing and discover how simple it can be to anchor yourself in the here and now. You will leave feeling lighter, calmer, and more attuned to the subtle power of each moment.…

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Just do today 31:19

hace 6 weeks31:19

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Release overwhelm by anchoring yourself in the here and now, discovering how to find calm amid uncertainty. Simple breathing techniques, mantra, and visualization will guide you back to the present moment. You will learn to let your thoughts and sensations come and go without judgment. This meditation will leave you feeling steadier, more focused, and better prepared to handle the unknown.…

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A consciousness experiment 29:45

hace 7 weeks29:45

29:45

Take a moment to treat your awareness like a scientist, observing the mind’s every shift and sensation. Replace any assumption of needing a blank slate with genuine curiosity, testing how you remain steady in the midst of thoughts and emotions. Move beyond judgment by allowing each mental cloud to pass without overshadowing the sky of your inner experience. This meditation is designed to help you feel more centered, open to whatever arises, and confident in your ability to witness it all with calm neutrality.…

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Breathing toward your goals 28:44

hace 8 weeks28:44

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Breathe your way toward success by combining mindfulness, motivation, and a vision of your future self. You will settle your mind, channel your focus, and tap into your confidence. Explore how intentional breathing invites calm and supports the steady pursuit of your dreams. This session will help you walk away feeling encouraged and ready to transform mindful intention into progress.…

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Compassionate presence 31:00

hace 9 weeks31:00

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Embrace the full range of your human emotions by exploring a gentle practice of compassionate presence. Release the urge to resist or judge difficult feelings and discover how the mantra “this too belongs” can transform your relationship with every thought, sensation, and mood. This meditation is intended to leave you feeling more spacious and at ease, confident in your ability to handle anything that arises.…

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Perfectionism 31:29

hace 10 weeks31:29

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Let go of perfectionism and reconnect with the truth that you are enough, just as you are. Through a series of intentional breaths and affirmations, release the weight of comparisons, societal expectations, and the belief in an unattainable ideal. Embrace a more compassionate perspective by practicing open monitoring, allowing your awareness to flow naturally without judgment or control. This session invites you to soften, release, and find freedom in accepting your perfectly imperfect self.…

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Stillness through movement 32:38

hace 11 weeks32:38

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This meditation begins with mindful movement to ease physical stress, followed by focused breathing and a grounding mantra to invite peace into your present moment. You will also practice a heart-centered visualization to relive moments of joy and gratitude. Leave this session feeling refreshed, anchored, and ready to embrace life with renewed energy and clarity.…

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Getting grounded 30:29

hace 12 weeks30:29

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Rediscover a steady sense of calm and safety by grounding yourself in the world around you. Release scattered thoughts and anxiety through guided breathing, a soothing body scan, and gentle visualization. This meditation will help you let go of excess tension, so you can move forward with greater clarity and balance.…

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What you naturally are 30:31

hace 13 weeks30:31

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Navigate the anxiety of life’s constant changes by turning your attention inward, away from the ever-shifting external world. Engage in practices that help you recognize and anchor yourself in the timeless, indestructible essence within, using mindful awareness. This session empowers you to discover peace and resilience by embracing the unchanging aspects of your true self.…

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What is mindfulness, actually? 29:54

hace 14 weeks29:54