The goal of this episode is to affirm our ability to “cultivate inspiration”, by looking at what inspires us and what inspire others. This episode #69 and the lesson plan are dedicated to Jeppe de Lange. The word “Inspiration” has its roots in

068: Getting to Certain in Uncertain Times

Sep 11th, 2017 22m 40s

Certainty and Uncertainty are the yin and yang of life’s journey. For the most part we navigate though the unknown door of uncertainty without much fretting, because we humans are the masters of problem solving. Yes, we are! Go ahead give yours

067: Perfect Transitions

Apr 25th, 2016 23m 53s

The secret to life, is it's all about transitions. So why not do them well! Take hold of 3 key transitional moments that impact everyday of your life.

066- Red Canoe

Mar 18th, 2016 20m 49s

My Uncle Frank's old saying about not getting to heaven in a Red Canoe, if that Red Canoe don't belong to you...has had me thinking for a long, long time. What the heck does that mean? Can't get I'm not sure if Uncle Frank meant to use this say

065: New York State Of Mind

Feb 15th, 2016 18m 20s

The New York State of Mind.."Start spreading the News...I want to be a part of it - New York, New York!" Yes, Start spreading the news, before there's chaos, get in step with your sense of purpose and professionalism. Be a part of it like ~ New

064- Can't Get My Goat

Jan 28th, 2016 21m 31s

Got goat? Those two words keep rolling back to me over and over again as I contemplate exactly what is my trigger point? Or.. what's my goat? In this episode we begin with an Aikido saying from O'Sensei "True Victory is Self Victory" and explor

063: Anniversaries Suck

Jan 14th, 2016 13m 1s

Anniversaries suck. I'd take a "Happy Birthday" over a "Best Wishes for Your Anniversary" any day. At least with birthday's you get asked, "What are you looking forward to this year?" Unless you have those witty friends who love to tease you ab

062: Zen of Poppins

Dec 30th, 2015 29m 7s

You might not be able to admit it publicly, but we all know Mary Poppins is the coolest umbrella holding, straw hat lady on the block. So what if at you first thought, "Who is that crazy broad with that umbrella in hand?" We all adore Mary - cu

Good Tidiings Mr Grinch

Dec 17th, 2015 21m 24s

We all recall a pivotal moment in life that shines so bright we can not look away. Well that moment happened to me one snowy night while watching the 1966 animated cartoon by based upon Dr Seuss’ How the Grinch Who Stole Christmas. Sure, perhap

PT37 Yoda Effect

Dec 2nd, 2015 20m 11s

When a medical emergency is taking place the protocol is clear. Grab your jump kit and go. The same tools do not always apply when there is an emotional emergency. So what do we use? I have relied consistently on the power of suggestion or what

059: I find strength in flowers

Nov 18th, 2015 14m 25s

I find strength in flowers. Where madmen carried guns, the people of Paris carry flowers. I find strength in candles. Where bullets pierced innocents, the people of Paris light candles. The news story shows a young boy of perhaps 4 years of age

PT 36 Call ME

Nov 3rd, 2015 24m 2s

Successfully phone counseling a family member, friend, colleague or client in crisis is a smart and useful skill. Call Me and I will answer true to you. Come along for a chat on crisis phone counseling with Leading Chaos Podcast

PT35- Hocus Pocus

Oct 21st, 2015 20m 23s

Step right up! See the raging person transformed back to their rational self! Is it hocus pocus or something as simple as the power of suggestion?

PT34 Huffing N Puffing

Oct 6th, 2015 14m 7s

Who dat huffing n puffing and blowing the house down? No need to slay the dragon to protect the village. Breathing is an indicator whose day has come. Let's explore how to make it work for you

PT33- Mastering Public Speaking

Sep 22nd, 2015 23m 23s

Public speaking and crisis intervention are two peas in a pod. No not terrifying. Put the boogieman in the box. Time to master both with 1 single tool. Learn a simple exercise and begin mastering both public speaking and crisis intervention

PT32- Heave Ho

Sep 15th, 2015 14m 47s

Got the Heave Ho habit of pushing through crisis? Listen along as we practice mindful breathing and step back from the fire and lead chaos towards order.

052- Brewing Calm

Aug 20th, 2015 36m 44s

Brewing calm chaos may seem like an oxymoron, yet Gary Bogoff President and CEO of Berkshire Brewing Company pulls it off and is sharing his leadership skills in the growing craft beer industry.