In this episode, Rod and Lesley talk about taking a beat. Taking a breath. Counting to three. What you can and should do to regularly pause and reset your mindset when going from one thing to the next - AND - when going into something that is a little nerve inducing. Walk through the metaphorical door as you go into every new encounter and interaction and be who you want to be.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley talk about taking a beat. Taking a breath. Counting to three. What you can and should do to regularly pause and reset your mindset when going from one thing to the next - AND - when going into something that is a little nerve inducing. Walk through the metaphorical door as you go into every new encounter and interaction and be who you want to be.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley talk about the book 'The Tools' by Phil Stutz and Barry Michaels. Despite Lesley's misgivings, Rod spent some time last year reading this book following a netflix sesh where he watched the biography 'Stutz'. Being the researcher for this episode, Rod takes us through the Tools and what he found helpful and Lesley gives her reaction and insight into what resonates for her.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley talk about the book 'The Tools' by Phil Stutz and Barry Michaels. Despite Lesley's misgivings, Rod spent some time last year reading this book following a netflix sesh where he watched the biography 'Stutz'. Being the researcher for this episode, Rod takes us through the Tools and what he found helpful and Lesley gives her reaction and insight into what resonates for her.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley talk more about reframing examples - this time exploring the interconnection between the mind - the brain - and the body. You know when you are thinking about something, all of a sudden you starting seeing examples of it everywhere? Well, this is what is happening with our podcast duo. They share personal experience on how changing how you think about what is happening to you (in mind and body), changes how your mind and body react. Slightly confused? When you listen, all will be revealed.
Reference links --
an economist article is referenced in the (sorry, subscription needed :-/) https://www.economist.com/science-and-technology/2024/04/24/many-mental-health-conditions-have-bodily-triggers
Bounce back program material that shows the mind/body/behaviour interrelationship (flip to page 5 on the graphic booklet) https://bouncebackontario.ca/adults/support-materials/
In this episode, Rod and Lesley talk more about reframing examples - this time exploring the interconnection between the mind - the brain - and the body. You know when you are thinking about something, all of a sudden you starting seeing examples of it everywhere? Well, this is what is happening with our podcast duo. They share personal experience on how changing how you think about what is happening to you (in mind and body), changes how your mind and body react. Slightly confused? When you listen, all will be revealed.
Reference links --
an economist article is referenced in the (sorry, subscription needed :-/) https://www.economist.com/science-and-technology/2024/04/24/many-mental-health-conditions-have-bodily-triggers
Bounce back program material that shows the mind/body/behaviour interrelationship (flip to page 5 on the graphic booklet) https://bouncebackontario.ca/adults/support-materials/
In this episode, Rod and Lesley come back to the topic of reframing and talk about how important it is. Rod suggests that it is so powerful, the skill should be part of school curriculum (are you listening people who shape school curriculum!). Lesley nicely ties it into how we can use reframing in our individual change journeys - take the perspective to think about what we should un-become, instead of what we should become.
"Maybe the journey isn't so much about becoming anything. Maybe it's about un-becoming everything that isn't really you, so you can be who you were meant to be in the first place". Paulo Coelho.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley come back to the topic of reframing and talk about how important it is. Rod suggests that it is so powerful, the skill should be part of school curriculum (are you listening people who shape school curriculum!). Lesley nicely ties it into how we can use reframing in our individual change journeys - take the perspective to think about what we should un-become, instead of what we should become.
"Maybe the journey isn't so much about becoming anything. Maybe it's about un-becoming everything that isn't really you, so you can be who you were meant to be in the first place". Paulo Coelho.
In this episode, Lesley gets Rod's reaction to something she has been thinking about - giving ourselves some grace as we are trying to change, and find it isn't a straight path.
In this episode, Lesley gets Rod's reaction to something she has been thinking about - giving ourselves some grace as we are trying to change, and find it isn't a straight path.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley bring in the powerful concept of reframing as they build on the previous episodes this season which talked about emotions and how the universe is all about change. They consider the quantum theory concept we heard about the importance of movement, action, and becoming; in relation to expressing emotions. If we have learned anything, the universe is better at describing things when they interact - and thus the message is, get better at allowing express emotions to be in an interaction state versus a static being state. The reframing concept is so big that it will cover a couple of episodes as they move through the implications of perspective (or is it that the concept of reframing and perspective is moving through your trusted podcasters?)
In this episode, Rod and Lesley bring in the powerful concept of reframing as they build on the previous episodes this season which talked about emotions and how the universe is all about change. They consider the quantum theory concept we heard about the importance of movement, action, and becoming; in relation to expressing emotions. If we have learned anything, the universe is better at describing things when they interact - and thus the message is, get better at allowing express emotions to be in an interaction state versus a static being state. The reframing concept is so big that it will cover a couple of episodes as they move through the implications of perspective (or is it that the concept of reframing and perspective is moving through your trusted podcasters?)
In this episode, Rod and Lesley continue their discussion inspired by theoretical physicist Carol Rovelli (wiki bio). The revelation is that the 'grammar of thinking about the world is change, not of permanence. Not of being but of becoming. The world is not a collection of things; it is a collection of events" (C Rovelli). For these two podcasters about change, and helping people understand change - mind blow sound effect.
Discussion ensues around coming to grips with the idea that the physics of the universe and time is aligned with human need to evolve and change.
Production note - the audio is a little different this time due to Rod's recording studio. You will also hear at times some sound interference, which is a dog licking the microphone - as they are want to do.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley continue their discussion inspired by theoretical physicist Carol Rovelli (wiki bio). The revelation is that the 'grammar of thinking about the world is change, not of permanence. Not of being but of becoming. The world is not a collection of things; it is a collection of events" (C Rovelli). For these two podcasters about change, and helping people understand change - mind blow sound effect.
Discussion ensues around coming to grips with the idea that the physics of the universe and time is aligned with human need to evolve and change.
Production note - the audio is a little different this time due to Rod's recording studio. You will also hear at times some sound interference, which is a dog licking the microphone - as they are want to do.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley take care of some unfinished business. Last week's discussion on emotions wasn't quite complete, and then the superbowl happened, giving a great example of emotions on display. No, this isn't some click bait reference to Rod's favourite power pop/football couple. (notice no names are mentioned in the episode title). For anyone who was watching the big game, uncle Travy had a little angry outburst towards his coach, that was then dissected in detail on sports shows, and memes, and then on his podcast with the king of Philly, brother Jason.
And in this high profile bro Kelce deep dive into the sharing of emotions, we find the point that Rod and Lesley are trying to make. It is a nuanced one, so you might want to listen to this episode a few times to catch it. When you do, you'll see that our emotional sides are key to finding who we are as individuals and (like many things), advice for one person might be the exact opposite advice to another. The point is to explore what matters to you, and do it with others to help you have perspective.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley take care of some unfinished business. Last week's discussion on emotions wasn't quite complete, and then the superbowl happened, giving a great example of emotions on display. No, this isn't some click bait reference to Rod's favourite power pop/football couple. (notice no names are mentioned in the episode title). For anyone who was watching the big game, uncle Travy had a little angry outburst towards his coach, that was then dissected in detail on sports shows, and memes, and then on his podcast with the king of Philly, brother Jason.
And in this high profile bro Kelce deep dive into the sharing of emotions, we find the point that Rod and Lesley are trying to make. It is a nuanced one, so you might want to listen to this episode a few times to catch it. When you do, you'll see that our emotional sides are key to finding who we are as individuals and (like many things), advice for one person might be the exact opposite advice to another. The point is to explore what matters to you, and do it with others to help you have perspective.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley continue the conversation about what they've learned over the past year. This time it is more about what Rod learned about how he can be emotional. This type of self discovery (and acceptance) doesn't come by accident as you'll here. It involves getting into the shadow and self reflection ask why am I feeling this way.
As we are now in season four, we have the unique opportunity to see how Rod has changed on this topic because back in Season 1, these two debated the influence of the Rider (Spock) versus the Elephant (emotions). Check it out for yourself to see. https://thechangeroomwithrodandlesley.podbean.com/e/ep50-spock-vs-emotions-the-controversy-continues/
Lesley refers to Brené Brown's atlas of emotions. Link here https://brenebrown.com/resources/atlas-of-the-heart-list-of-emotions/
In this episode, Rod and Lesley continue the conversation about what they've learned over the past year. This time it is more about what Rod learned about how he can be emotional. This type of self discovery (and acceptance) doesn't come by accident as you'll here. It involves getting into the shadow and self reflection ask why am I feeling this way.
As we are now in season four, we have the unique opportunity to see how Rod has changed on this topic because back in Season 1, these two debated the influence of the Rider (Spock) versus the Elephant (emotions). Check it out for yourself to see. https://thechangeroomwithrodandlesley.podbean.com/e/ep50-spock-vs-emotions-the-controversy-continues/
Lesley refers to Brené Brown's atlas of emotions. Link here https://brenebrown.com/resources/atlas-of-the-heart-list-of-emotions/
In this episode, Rod and Lesley dive into the importance of having close friends to talk to - at work. To drive home the point, they use the popular Apple TV+ show Ted Lasso as their case study. Rod starts by stating his theory, that the TV show eerily mirror this Podcast. Ted Lasso started in August 2020, the Change Room Podcast started recording in August 2020 (with first airing in October). Story lines and topics parallel on the way so highlight just how we care about the same themes.
In the end, this episode is also Rod and Lesley's love letter of appreciation for Ted Lasso, and all the good it conveyed, especially the importance of having trusted friends that you can talk to when you need to get out of your own head.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley dive into the importance of having close friends to talk to - at work. To drive home the point, they use the popular Apple TV+ show Ted Lasso as their case study. Rod starts by stating his theory, that the TV show eerily mirror this Podcast. Ted Lasso started in August 2020, the Change Room Podcast started recording in August 2020 (with first airing in October). Story lines and topics parallel on the way so highlight just how we care about the same themes.
In the end, this episode is also Rod and Lesley's love letter of appreciation for Ted Lasso, and all the good it conveyed, especially the importance of having trusted friends that you can talk to when you need to get out of your own head.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley go way back. They go to what could the origin story question 'can we change?' and reach back a 100 years to Carl Jung for help in answering the question. This topic was inspired from a book Rod is reading now called "Midlife : humanity's secret weapon" by Andrew Jamieson.
This is a deep thinking discussion into the subconscious, archetypes, and the mystical. All things Carl Jung explored from the camp of 'yes, we can change, but it takes a lot of work into self awareness and individuation'.
As always, Rod and Lesley make a big topic accessible and fun.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley go way back. They go to what could the origin story question 'can we change?' and reach back a 100 years to Carl Jung for help in answering the question. This topic was inspired from a book Rod is reading now called "Midlife : humanity's secret weapon" by Andrew Jamieson.
This is a deep thinking discussion into the subconscious, archetypes, and the mystical. All things Carl Jung explored from the camp of 'yes, we can change, but it takes a lot of work into self awareness and individuation'.
As always, Rod and Lesley make a big topic accessible and fun.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley pick up after a long break for the podcast with a topic they have discussed before - decision making. While Lesley remains confident in her decisive decision making approach, Rod has evolved. He explains what it feels like for someone who liked to leave their options open, to force themselves to pick a path. Transformative!
ps - stay tuned, Rod and Lesley are back and next week's episode is already recorded and it is profound, deep, and will be a classic. They ask the question 'is it even possible to change oneself. And in doing so, tap into Carl Jung for some guidance. Look for it next Wednesday.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley pick up after a long break for the podcast with a topic they have discussed before - decision making. While Lesley remains confident in her decisive decision making approach, Rod has evolved. He explains what it feels like for someone who liked to leave their options open, to force themselves to pick a path. Transformative!
ps - stay tuned, Rod and Lesley are back and next week's episode is already recorded and it is profound, deep, and will be a classic. They ask the question 'is it even possible to change oneself. And in doing so, tap into Carl Jung for some guidance. Look for it next Wednesday.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley talk new year's resolutions and all things that make us not like them. The shift the focus on accepting best efforts versus hard smart goals. There is discussion about new year's reflections on do betters; all with a desire to avoid making ourselves feel worse when we don't follow through.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley talk new year's resolutions and all things that make us not like them. The shift the focus on accepting best efforts versus hard smart goals. There is discussion about new year's reflections on do betters; all with a desire to avoid making ourselves feel worse when we don't follow through.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley take inspiration from Geena Davis' biography (Dying of Politeness) to discuss what it is like to be polite and unimposing in the world we live in. They wonder about people who aren't absorbed in worrying whether they have been impolite. Rod hasn't read the book in question but feels like he knows the subject intimately and has lots to say.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley take inspiration from Geena Davis' biography (Dying of Politeness) to discuss what it is like to be polite and unimposing in the world we live in. They wonder about people who aren't absorbed in worrying whether they have been impolite. Rod hasn't read the book in question but feels like he knows the subject intimately and has lots to say.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley dive into the age old challenge of - getting back into the swing of things. Yes, they took the summer off. Yes, they 'relaxed', and 'recharged', and forgot all about podcasting. Getting back into the routine is hard, and this is a common challenge for anyone who is trying to make changes in life - when the reality is a 'change' is never something that sticks 100% of the time.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley dive into the age old challenge of - getting back into the swing of things. Yes, they took the summer off. Yes, they 'relaxed', and 'recharged', and forgot all about podcasting. Getting back into the routine is hard, and this is a common challenge for anyone who is trying to make changes in life - when the reality is a 'change' is never something that sticks 100% of the time.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley talk questions. After gushing over fandom of audiobook narrators, Rod shares a recent discovery - Change your questions, Change your life: by Marilee Adams. This book was almost ignored due to the cheesy overpromising awesomeness used in the intro, but it turned out to be a gem. The book is worth the read (or listen) to learn how you can switch your mindset in the moment through switching the types of questions you ask. As Lesley points out, it is like switching from the fixed mindset to the growth mindset in the moment, with the turn of a question.
Listen for some shared tips. Check our Marilee Adams' book here or at your local library. Yes, there is also gushing over libraries in this episode.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley talk questions. After gushing over fandom of audiobook narrators, Rod shares a recent discovery - Change your questions, Change your life: by Marilee Adams. This book was almost ignored due to the cheesy overpromising awesomeness used in the intro, but it turned out to be a gem. The book is worth the read (or listen) to learn how you can switch your mindset in the moment through switching the types of questions you ask. As Lesley points out, it is like switching from the fixed mindset to the growth mindset in the moment, with the turn of a question.
Listen for some shared tips. Check our Marilee Adams' book here or at your local library. Yes, there is also gushing over libraries in this episode.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley talk about Winnie the Pooh. Using the example of positive Tiger, and negative Eeyore, they talk about the grey area in between. When is positivity toxic, what you can do when the negativity is dragging you down. Rod and Lesley dive into deep and bring it back at the end with a simple message - choose what energy you'll absorb from others.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley talk about Winnie the Pooh. Using the example of positive Tiger, and negative Eeyore, they talk about the grey area in between. When is positivity toxic, what you can do when the negativity is dragging you down. Rod and Lesley dive into deep and bring it back at the end with a simple message - choose what energy you'll absorb from others.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley explore what Rod coined as 'the law of round numbers'. Round numbers can be a good thing to give you something to strive for, but they should never be taken literally, and they discuss common pitfalls when that happens.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley explore what Rod coined as 'the law of round numbers'. Round numbers can be a good thing to give you something to strive for, but they should never be taken literally, and they discuss common pitfalls when that happens.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley share their version of 'rules to live by'. Everyone and their uncle has published a set of rules to live by, and these two didn't want to let that go without a little critique, and their sharing their own version. Some gems on their very short list - Get enough sleep; Choose to be kind; When in doubt - write it out!
In this episode, Rod and Lesley share their version of 'rules to live by'. Everyone and their uncle has published a set of rules to live by, and these two didn't want to let that go without a little critique, and their sharing their own version. Some gems on their very short list - Get enough sleep; Choose to be kind; When in doubt - write it out!
In this episode, Rod and Lesley put Lesley under the microscope. What is up with her this week that she has doubt and difficultly making a decision? The timely situation becomes a good reminder of how to take in, and except the moments in life that put you off your game...with the goal that they don't linger too long and get in the way of the positive change and growth that helps us thrive.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley put Lesley under the microscope. What is up with her this week that she has doubt and difficultly making a decision? The timely situation becomes a good reminder of how to take in, and except the moments in life that put you off your game...with the goal that they don't linger too long and get in the way of the positive change and growth that helps us thrive.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley don't even bother remarking 'can you believe we have had two COVID tainted halloweens?'. Yes, there is nothing scarier to confront than Covid once again. Last year, they were wound up about different approaches to managing the pandemic, and this year, ...well, let's just say they are still wound-up. Rod and Lesley had best intentions of talking about the adjustment we are going through as things start 'opening up', but it ended up being a big share fest of observations relating to what it is like to interact in public again.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley don't even bother remarking 'can you believe we have had two COVID tainted halloweens?'. Yes, there is nothing scarier to confront than Covid once again. Last year, they were wound up about different approaches to managing the pandemic, and this year, ...well, let's just say they are still wound-up. Rod and Lesley had best intentions of talking about the adjustment we are going through as things start 'opening up', but it ended up being a big share fest of observations relating to what it is like to interact in public again.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley talk about Truth and Reconciliation and spend their time to learn more about the 94 calls to action. They share the humility of ignorance and touch on a few of the calls to action. Take the time to explore them yourselves, and be ready to be shocked about how much you didn't know.
Check out this site to help your learning - https://nctr.ca/records/reports/
In this episode, Rod and Lesley talk about Truth and Reconciliation and spend their time to learn more about the 94 calls to action. They share the humility of ignorance and touch on a few of the calls to action. Take the time to explore them yourselves, and be ready to be shocked about how much you didn't know.
Check out this site to help your learning - https://nctr.ca/records/reports/
In this episode, Rod and Lesley reflect on their first season of 'The Change Room' and look forward to season 2. We'd love to hear your suggestions around what we are doing to do more of next year. You'll have to listen to learn more.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley reflect on their first season of 'The Change Room' and look forward to season 2. We'd love to hear your suggestions around what we are doing to do more of next year. You'll have to listen to learn more.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley take on a new challenge - what do you do when there is no change in our lives. When every day is the same! They talk about how we now have to plan ahead for surprise moments. Yes, it might take the spontaneity out of it, but novelty in our day to day is still a good thing. They also reflect on how we have all changed to adapt to this Groundhog Day life, and that it will be a change process again when this eventually ends.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley take on a new challenge - what do you do when there is no change in our lives. When every day is the same! They talk about how we now have to plan ahead for surprise moments. Yes, it might take the spontaneity out of it, but novelty in our day to day is still a good thing. They also reflect on how we have all changed to adapt to this Groundhog Day life, and that it will be a change process again when this eventually ends.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley talk about how they are polar opposite on decision making. Rod, mulls over decisions in-depth. Lesley, makes them with ease. Tough decisions, of course, are moments where we make change happen in our lives. One benefit of thinking about, and learning about tough decision making is that it reveals the gift that it can give you. When tough options are difficult to compare on a pro and con list, how you make the decision is a way to express who you are as an individual.
For anyone who is like Rod and mulls over hard choices in a long drawn out way, this Ted Talk explores this topic. The talk is long winded and hard to follow, but listen carefully to the last three minutes, the insight is reveal.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley talk about how they are polar opposite on decision making. Rod, mulls over decisions in-depth. Lesley, makes them with ease. Tough decisions, of course, are moments where we make change happen in our lives. One benefit of thinking about, and learning about tough decision making is that it reveals the gift that it can give you. When tough options are difficult to compare on a pro and con list, how you make the decision is a way to express who you are as an individual.
For anyone who is like Rod and mulls over hard choices in a long drawn out way, this Ted Talk explores this topic. The talk is long winded and hard to follow, but listen carefully to the last three minutes, the insight is reveal.
In this episode, Rod and Lesley mark the one year anniversary of COVID lockdown with a reflective discussion on what it was like a year ago, and how we have changed since. To the surprise of no one, Rod reveals himself as a worrier, and Lesley thinks buying a few extra cans of soup makes her a prepper. Discussion touches briefly on the space time continuum and reveals that Lesley can't wait to get back to giving awkwardly long hugs to people (to the surprise of no one).
In this episode, Rod and Lesley mark the one year anniversary of COVID lockdown with a reflective discussion on what it was like a year ago, and how we have changed since. To the surprise of no one, Rod reveals himself as a worrier, and Lesley thinks buying a few extra cans of soup makes her a prepper. Discussion touches briefly on the space time continuum and reveals that Lesley can't wait to get back to giving awkwardly long hugs to people (to the surprise of no one).
In this episode, Rod and Lesley honour International Women's Day March 8, 2021 with with an open and genuine conversation about what it means to choose to challenge. Lesley shares great insight and personal stories on how she has changed her view on what it means to be involved in Women in Leadership initiatives. This is their longest podcast to-date, but there was much to discuss and share.
#ChooseToChallenge #IWD2021In this episode, Rod and Lesley honour International Women's Day March 8, 2021 with with an open and genuine conversation about what it means to choose to challenge. Lesley shares great insight and personal stories on how she has changed her view on what it means to be involved in Women in Leadership initiatives. This is their longest podcast to-date, but there was much to discuss and share.
#ChooseToChallenge #IWD2021
In this episode, Rod and Lesley share the R.A.I.N. mindfulness based model, developed by Tara Brach as a way to help when feeling overwhelmed with fight or flight emotions. You'll hear Lesley share her fan-girl crush for podcaster Laurie Santos (Happiness Lab) along side her mental block with A. (yes, the letter A).
Rod admits to be decent at Recognizing emotions but not much more than that. Sharing the common challenge we all have to resist trying to fix our, and other's, problems.
Find out more about R.A.I.N. at https://www.tarabrach.com/rain/
In this episode, Rod and Lesley share the R.A.I.N. mindfulness based model, developed by Tara Brach as a way to help when feeling overwhelmed with fight or flight emotions. You'll hear Lesley share her fan-girl crush for podcaster Laurie Santos (Happiness Lab) along side her mental block with A. (yes, the letter A).
Rod admits to be decent at Recognizing emotions but not much more than that. Sharing the common challenge we all have to resist trying to fix our, and other's, problems.
Find out more about R.A.I.N. at https://www.tarabrach.com/rain/
