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Lead with Compassion

Lead with Compassion

Niko

Niko tried to live life up to others' expectations and failed miserably. That failure led him on a journey of crashing confidence, self-discovery, and eventually, self-love. Niko opens up about his experiences, paving the path for others to believe in themselves and to live authentically. Join Niko as he reflects on life through a lens of compassion for others, but most importantly, for himself. Simply put, this podcast is a trans man's take on life.Disclaimer: Niko is not a mental health professional, or doctor. All episodes discussing mental and physical health portray his experiences and observations only.
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Lead with Compassion - Episode 19: Nice to Meet You. What Pronouns Do You Use?
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09/06/22 • 18 min

In this episode I discuss pronouns. A little about the legal aspect, and a lot about the social aspect. Check out the links below for more info on pronouns.
Referenced episodes:
Episode 16: Arrogance of Refusing to Use the Correct Name
Episode 17: How to do Better Once You Know Better
Episode 18: Does How I Look Make You Uncomfortable?
Pronoun resources:
The Center for Transgender Equality - about trans page
The Center for Transgender Equality - pronouns
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Lead with Compassion - Quick Mental Health Break

Quick Mental Health Break

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09/01/22 • 2 min

I've felt like I've been pushing life to hard. Trying to force things into being. So join me for a quick break. Allowing things to sit, and rest, before we get back into it.
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Lead with Compassion - Episode 9: Facing Judgment Coming Out as Transgender at Work
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07/28/22 • 19 min

Sometimes the worst judgment we face is our own. I'm discovering this as I go through these coming out stories. This episode covers coming out to my employees and other people we work with. Perhaps I'm learning that others aren't judging me as harshly as I'm judging myself.
Referenced episodes:
Episode 6: Coming Out
Episode 8: Anxiety and Coming Out as Transgender at Work
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www.leadwithcompassionpodcast.com
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Facebook: Niko McCall
Instagram: @whatsthatniko

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Lead with Compassion - Episode 8: Anxiety and Coming Out as Transgender at Work
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07/26/22 • 19 min

This is the first of two episodes discussing coming out as transgender in the workplace. This episode focuses on the anxiety of coming out, and getting the support of my boss. As recent as 2020, it was still legal in many states for trans people to be fired. It's hard to think of myself as worthy of anything when having to fight for jobs and healthcare is a real possibility for trans folks. It's hard to not internalize.
Please reach out to us. We love hearing from our listeners.
[email protected]
www.leadwithcompassionpodcast.com
You can also find Niko at:
www.instagram.com/whatsthatniko
www.facebook.com/NikoMcCallOfficial

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Lead with Compassion - Episode 7: The Anxiety of Coming Out
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07/21/22 • 18 min

In this episode I recount the next few people I came out to, and how I'm still coming out to people today. I also spend some time on the anxiety around coming out, the vulnerability it requires, and how I'm working on both of those.
If anything in this podcast resonates with you, or raises questions, email us at [email protected]
Contact us: Share your stories, ask questions, tell us what you want to hear about
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Lead with Compassion - Episode 25: Overpowering That Critical Voice with Compassion
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09/27/22 • 18 min

I can't believe this is the end of season 1. When I started this podcast, I hoped it didn't turn out like many of my other endeavors, and fade into the background. But through this podcast, I've that compassion expands my capacity for growth. In this final episode of season 1, I take a look at the critical voice that runs most of our lives, and how I've started to lessen its power.
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Lead with Compassion - Episode 10: Coming Out as Transgender in the Doctor Office
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08/02/22 • 19 min

In this episode I go back to my journey of finding a therapist and medical professional to help me move forward with my transition. Trans healthcare is a tough topic for many of us. Navigating our vulnerability and the need to advocate for ourselves takes courage.
If you are a trans person looking for resources, here a few for you. More can be found on our website, linked below.
The Galap - A place to find trans affirming therapists
Planned Parenthood - Provides trans affirming healthcare
National Center for Transgender Equality - Guides and resources for your healthcare and beyond
If you are a healthcare profession, this is a great place to start:
World Professional Association for Transgender Health
If you are already a trans affirming provider, consider adding yourself to the Galap directory:
The Galap
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Lead with Compassion - Episode 22: Running Toward Self-Compassion
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09/15/22 • 15 min

In this episode I reflect on my running journey and how it has affected my journey toward self-compassion.
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Lead with Compassion - Episode 24: The 1st Step on Your Journey to Self-Compassion
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09/22/22 • 16 min

In this episode I continue the story of my running journey and the space it gave me to practice self-compassion. I'll give the first step in self-compassion and ways to practice it.
Referenced episodes:
Episode 22: Running Toward Self-Compassion
Episode 17: How to Do Better Once You Know Better
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Lead with Compassion - Episode 3: The Excuses We Tell Ourselves
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07/07/22 • 25 min

If you're like me, you have no shortage of excuses you tell yourself throughout the day. I think it's how we respond to those excuses that determines how much they restrict us. This episode is about where I'm at in that process.
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FAQ

How many episodes does Lead with Compassion have?

Lead with Compassion currently has 26 episodes available.

What topics does Lead with Compassion cover?

The podcast is about Society & Culture, Transgender, Compassion, Anxiety, Personal Journals, Podcast, Podcasts, Self-Improvement, Education, Transition and Life.

What is the most popular episode on Lead with Compassion?

The episode title 'Episode 24: The 1st Step on Your Journey to Self-Compassion' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Lead with Compassion?

The average episode length on Lead with Compassion is 19 minutes.

How often are episodes of Lead with Compassion released?

Episodes of Lead with Compassion are typically released every 2 days.

When was the first episode of Lead with Compassion?

The first episode of Lead with Compassion was released on Jul 6, 2022.

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