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Send us a text Episode Summary: This International Women's Day, hear from Sharon Brooks - the inaugural global Executive Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at INSEAD business school, twice serving in the senior leadership team at Yale Law School, as an Associate Dean and a Special Advisor to the first female Dean.  She earned a J.D. from Yale Law School and B.A. in History and Politics from New York University. In this episode, she dissects what DEI is (and what it isn't), mentorship, leadership and the best wisdom she received and wants to pass on to you.   Connect with Little Wisdom: Share the episode with your friends and family!Subscribe to the podcast for regular self-development tips!Follow and connect on Instagram or visit the youtube page for more! Connect with Sharon Brooks:   Learn more about Enlighten Leadership on their website  Follow and connect with Enlighten Leadership on Instagram and on LinkedIn Follow us on instagram at @littlewisdompodcast !

Send us a text Show Notes Episode Summary: We explore assertiveness—a powerful way to communicate effectively, stand up for yourself, and express your thoughts and feelings with confidence and respect. If you struggle to speak your mind, set boundaries, or navigate conversations without feeling passive or aggressive, this episode is for you! Key Takeaways: What is Assertiveness? Assertiveness is the balance between passivity (avoiding conflict, suppressing your needs) and aggression (expressing opinions forcefully at others' expense).It allows you to express yourself confidently while respecting others’ rights and feelings. Why is Assertiveness Important? Personal Relationships: Helps set healthy boundaries, improves communication, and prevents frustration from building up.Workplace Success: Leads to better collaboration, productivity, and career growth.Boosting Self-Esteem: Reinforces your self-worth by affirming that your thoughts and feelings matter.How to Be More Assertive: Self-awareness – Understand your needs, values, and boundaries.Active Listening – Show respect for others' perspectives and validate their feelings.Use "I" Statements – Shift the focus to your feelings instead of sounding accusatory.Confident Body Language – Maintain eye contact, use a strong tone, and stand tall.Set and Enforce Boundaries – Clearly communicate your limits and stay consistent.Real-Life Examples: Handling Interruptions: “I’d like to finish my thought before we move on. Thank you.”Too Many Tasks at Work: “I feel disorganised when I receive too many tasks at once. Could you send them one at a time?”Uncomfortable Conversations: “I don’t think I can continue this conversation right now. I’ll revisit it later once I’ve had some time.”Final Thoughts: Assertiveness is a skill you can develop over time. It helps you communicate more effectively, strengthen relationships, and enhance self-confidence. Start practicing today, and remember—get assertive, stay wise! Connect with Us: 🎧 Share the episode with your friends and family! 📩 Subscribe to the podcast for regular self-development tips! 💬 Follow us on @littlewisdompodcast on Instagram to stay connected! Or visit the youtube page for more! Follow us on instagram at @littlewisdompodcast !

Send us a text Are you afraid to be happy? Known as cherophobia, this condition can vary in degree from person to person and can hinder how you experience and embrace life. In the next episode, find out what the signs are, why we develop this, and what can be done to overcome this, and learn to be happy. Connect with Little Wisdom: Website: www.littlewisdompodcast.com Instagram: @littlewisdompodcast Facebook: @littlewisdompodcast Follow us on instagram at @littlewisdompodcast !

Send us a text Shalima Motial thought she’d let her dreams go, until the spark returned and she accepted that some dreams are not defined by age.  From casting fear and hesitation aside, becoming a female entrepreneur, to learning self-love amid her entrepreneurship journey and having 35 theatre productions, 14 short films, and a full length feature film under her name - she's proof that you can pick up your dreams right where you are.  Listen to her story and see what happens when serendipity meets hard work! Connect with Shalima Motial/DreamCatchers: Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/dreamcatchersvision YouTube : https://youtube.com/@dreamcatchersvision?si=_wNbT0cePtaXWo36 Instagram: @dream_catchers_vision Website: www.dreamcatchersvision.com Connect with Little Wisdom: Website: www.littlewisdompodcast.com Instagram: @littlewisdompodcast Facebook: @littlewisdompodcast Follow us on instagram at @littlewisdompodcast !

Send us a text Why do some of us find it difficult to “talk about it?”  Find out as we speak to author, creator, speaker and a life coach, Zach Touchon, on healing childhood trauma, the challenges of vulnerability due to societal conditioning, and the transformative advice his mother gave him. Connect with Zach Touchon: Website: https://www.zachtouchon.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@zachtouchon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachtouchon/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zachtouchon  Connect with Little Wisdom: Website: www.littlewisdompodcast.com Instagram: @littlewisdompodcast Facebook: @littlewisdompodcast Follow us on instagram at @littlewisdompodcast !

Send us a text How did Nick go from suffering loneliness and battling addiction to becoming an award-winning entrepreneur, a 2021 Top 1% World age group triathlon athlete by Ironman, and writing a bestselling book? Find out in this episode as Nick shares his journey of triumph, and how we all can take back control of our lives and steer it in a direction we want. Connect with Nick Jonsson: Media Profile: https://www.podfol.io/profile/nick-jonsson/r/recT22jWKmdkRBxES Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-jonsson/ Website: http://www.nickjonsson.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/NickJonsson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonssonnick/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonsson.nick Connect with Little Wisdom: Website: www.littlewisdompodcast.com Instagram: @littlewisdompodcast Facebook: @littlewisdompodcast Follow us on instagram at @littlewisdompodcast !

Send us a text We’ve all been there. It hurts. You feel rejected. Nothing feels as important as before. And you wish you could skip to the good part where you don’t feel upset anymore, and everyone is happy and things have all worked out. But you also know, that it’s something you have to go through. So, how do we nurse a broken heart and heal from it? My dear sentimental friends, find out in today’s episode.  Key Takeaways: Change your relationship with painFocus on progressReplacement therapy Stay Connected with Little Wisdom  Website Instagram Facebook YoutubeThanks for tuning in! If you found something of value, subscribe to the show and leave us a review. Take care and stay wise! Follow us on instagram at @littlewisdompodcast !

Send us a text You ARE creative. You’ve been conditioned to think that creativity is for artists or it’s something that you either have or don’t. Truth is it’s a skill that can be learned and we all have it in us to practice and hone that skill. How can you do so and bring our your inner creativity and expand your possibilities? Find out in today’s episode.  Key Takeaways 3 ways to build your creative muscleRefuse judgment by playing with fun prompts Jot your random thoughts Get up and walk Stay Connected with Little Wisdom  Website Instagram Facebook YoutubeThanks for tuning in! If you found something of value, subscribe to the show and leave us a review. Take care and stay wise! Follow us on instagram at @littlewisdompodcast !

Send us a text It's been one year of Little Wisdom podcast! Thank you for being on this journey with me! I've compiled six facts from a year of episodes as a little recap, and to pique your interest on any that you may want to listen to in depth. Thank you once again, and stay wise :) Stay tuned on: Instagram Facebook Website Youtube  Follow us on instagram at @littlewisdompodcast !

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Send us a text About 3 years ago, I received a planner which had a section for things I was grateful for. “This stuff doesn’t work,” was my immediate reaction but I went ahead and used it either-way. I wasn’t expecting anything out of it until I noticed things change. Find out what they were and how gratitude can help you put things in perspective in your own life too!  Key Takeaways: 3 reasons to practice gratitude:Your eating habits may improve Your mental (and physical) health will improve You become optimistic about your future Stay Connected with Little Wisdom  Website Instagram Facebook YoutubeThanks for tuning in! If you found something of value, subscribe to the show and leave us a review. Take care and stay wise! Follow us on instagram at @littlewisdompodcast !

Send us a text Apart from his military prowess, this former Emperor of the French wrote a romantic novel, would disguise himself and walk the streets to know what people really thought of him, and he wore poison around his neck. He also practised what we know today as the Napoleon Technique to increase productivity, conserve energy and stay focused. And contrary to popular belief, the man may not have been as short as he’s presented to be. Find out more!  Key Takeaways: Lesser known facts about Napoleon and the answer to, “Was he actually short?” His underrated strategy for productivity by not answering mail for 3 weeks Today’s data on the average response time for text messages The effects of information overload and statistics for information addictionStay Connected with Little Wisdom  Website Instagram Facebook YoutubeThanks for tuning in! If you found something of value, subscribe to the show and leave us a review. Take care and stay wise! Follow us on instagram at @littlewisdompodcast !

Send us a text Lets face it - difficult people are everywhere. They share this planet with us and no matter which country you live, what culture you’re from, encountering difficult people is something none of us are immune to. So while we can’t control if we meet them, there are some things we can do to ease the tension and most importantly - keep our cool. Because the one that can stay calm, always always wins.  Key Takeaways: Ask QuestionsLower Your Volume and Slow Your PaceSet Your ExpectationsBonus: Use Your ShieldStay Connected with Little Wisdom  Website Instagram Facebook YoutubeThanks for tuning in! If you found something of value, subscribe to the show and leave us a review. Take care and stay wise! Follow us on instagram at @littlewisdompodcast !

Send us a text When was the last time you forgave yourself? Truth is, it’s easy to say “you need to forgive yourself,” to someone but that much harder to actually do it because no one really tells you how. So we sit with the same memory and let it repeat, or we run from it by avoiding it. But we all get tired of running at some point. So if you’re looking to forgive yourself and hear about how to do so, stay tuned.  Key Takeaways: My memory of an event that I want to forgive myself for The roadblocks to self-forgiveness3 ways of self-forgivenessOwn upApologise genuinely (accept you may not be forgiven) Writing yourself an apology letter and reading it out loud Stay Connected with Little Wisdom  Website Instagram Facebook YoutubeThanks for tuning in! If you found something of value, subscribe to the show and leave us a review. Take care and stay wise! Follow us on instagram at @littlewisdompodcast !

Send us a text LITTLE WISDOM  Is your understanding of ikigai wrong? Today’s guest has had a 40-year love affair with Japan, and was five years old when he first visited the magnificent country.  As the Venn diagram version of ikigai gained popularity encouraging everyone to find the magical spot to figure out their professional purpose, our guest knew that the authentic Japanese context of ikigai was a very different one. To clarify and honour what it truly means, Nick Kemp from the Ikigai Tribe joins me today to enlighten us on this widely misunderstood life philosophy.   Key Takeaways: What is ikigai really?How did the misconception of the Venn diagram come about?How do some Japanese feel about ikigai being misrepresented?How can you practice ikigai in your life? Stay Connected with Little Wisdom  Website Instagram Facebook YoutubeThanks for tuning in! If you found something of value, subscribe to the show and leave us a review. Take care and stay wise! Follow us on instagram at @littlewisdompodcast !