190. What Are You Avoiding?
02/07/25 • 31 min
Episode 190- What Are You Avoiding?
Are you someone who tends to live in your head, always overthinking and analyzing? Or do you find yourself constantly swept up in your emotions, unable to see the bigger picture? Maybe you're the type who just stays busy, using action to avoid both thinking and feeling.
In this episode, we're exploring the idea that sometimes we can become "addicted" to one of these ways of being - thinking, feeling, or doing - as a way to avoid the others. I share insights from my coaching work, where I've noticed clients often fall into one of these camps. We discuss how this can happen as a protective mechanism, and why it's important to strive for more balance and integration of all aspects of our humanity.
The key is finding moderation - not perfection, but a "smoothie" of thoughts, feelings, and actions. I encourage you to reflect on what you might be avoiding, and experiment with adding more of the neglected element to your life. When we're willing to engage our minds, hearts, and bodies, we open ourselves up to a richer, more meaningful existence. Let's dive in!
As always, if you found this episode helpful, I want to invite you to subscribe if you aren't already, share this episode with your friends and missionaries you know, and write a review. I know this work will help LDS missionaries around the world and it would mean so much to me if you did. Until next week my friends.
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Get the Full Show Notes and Text/PDF Transcripts: HERE
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Free PDF Download: Preparing Missionary Cheat Sheet
Free Training for Preparing Missionaries: Change Your Mission with this One Tool
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Free Guide: 5 Tips to Help Any Returning Missionary
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Episode 190- What Are You Avoiding?
Are you someone who tends to live in your head, always overthinking and analyzing? Or do you find yourself constantly swept up in your emotions, unable to see the bigger picture? Maybe you're the type who just stays busy, using action to avoid both thinking and feeling.
In this episode, we're exploring the idea that sometimes we can become "addicted" to one of these ways of being - thinking, feeling, or doing - as a way to avoid the others. I share insights from my coaching work, where I've noticed clients often fall into one of these camps. We discuss how this can happen as a protective mechanism, and why it's important to strive for more balance and integration of all aspects of our humanity.
The key is finding moderation - not perfection, but a "smoothie" of thoughts, feelings, and actions. I encourage you to reflect on what you might be avoiding, and experiment with adding more of the neglected element to your life. When we're willing to engage our minds, hearts, and bodies, we open ourselves up to a richer, more meaningful existence. Let's dive in!
As always, if you found this episode helpful, I want to invite you to subscribe if you aren't already, share this episode with your friends and missionaries you know, and write a review. I know this work will help LDS missionaries around the world and it would mean so much to me if you did. Until next week my friends.
Website | Instagram | Facebook
Get the Full Show Notes and Text/PDF Transcripts: HERE
Free PDF Download: Podcast Roadmap
Free PDF Download: Preparing Missionary Cheat Sheet
Free Training for Preparing Missionaries: Change Your Mission with this One Tool
RM Transition Free Video Series: 3 Tools to Help RMs in Their Transition Home
Free Guide: 5 Tips to Help Any Returning Missionary
Schedule a Free Strategy Call: Click Here
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189. The Rapping Missionary - A Conversation with Logan Castleton
What an incredible conversation I had with Logan Castleton, the Rapping Missionary for episode 189! As someone who has faced significant health challenges from birth, Logan's story of resilience, faith, and using his unique talents to further God's work is truly inspiring.
Logan shared how he was born with a rare heart condition and has undergone numerous surgeries, yet he never let that stop him from pursuing his passion for music. When he felt impressed to serve a service mission, Logan didn't let the stigma or misconceptions about service missions hold him back.
Instead, he boldly followed the inspiration he received to use his gift of music, including rapping, to uplift and minister to others. Logan's insights on adapting to challenges, finding purpose in adversity, and trusting in God's guidance are so valuable for any missionary, whether serving a proselyting or service mission. I'm deeply grateful Logan was willing to vulnerably share his story and the lessons he's learned. I know his example will encourage and uplift so many in the LDS mission community.
Elder Logan Castleton is a service missionary of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He started as a Proselyting missionary and then transferred to be a service missionary. Between writing rap as the Rapping Missionary and writing piano arrangements, he finds joy in his service. He will finish his mission in the summer.
As always, if you found this episode helpful, I want to invite you to subscribe if you aren't already, share this episode with your friends and missionaries you know, and write a review. I know this work will help LDS missionaries around the world and it would mean so much to me if you did. Until next week my friends.
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Get the Full Show Notes and Text/PDF Transcripts: HERE
Free PDF Download: Podcast Roadmap
Free PDF Download: Preparing Missionary Cheat Sheet
My Free Training for Preparing Missionaries: Change Your Mission with this One Tool
RM Transition Free Video Series: 3 Tools to Help RMs in Their Transition Home
Free Guide: 5 Tips to Help Any Returning Missionary
Schedule a Free Strategy Call: Click Here
Next Episode
191. Love As Fuel
Here in episode 191 - Love As Fuel we talk about how love is the fuel that ignites our greatest potential. In this special Valentine's Day episode, I dive deep into the transformative power of love - for ourselves, our relationships, and our missions.
This episode isn't just about loving others - it's about learning to love ourselves, even on the tough days when we're struggling. I explore how fear can so often get in the way of that self-love, and how choosing love over fear can be the key to unlocking our true power.
You'll hear me unpack the infinite, unchanging love of our Heavenly Parents and the Savior, and how tapping into that divine love can fuel our actions in ways we never imagined. Whether you're preparing for a mission, currently serving, or navigating life after your mission, this episode is a reminder that love is the greatest force we have access to. So let's choose love, always.
As always, if you found this episode helpful, I want to invite you to subscribe if you aren't already, share this episode with your friends and missionaries you know, and write a review. I know this work will help LDS missionaries around the world and it would mean so much to me if you did. Until next week my friends.
Website | Instagram | Facebook
Get the Full Show Notes and Text/PDF Transcripts: HERE
Free PDF Download: Podcast Roadmap
Free PDF Download: Preparing Missionary Cheat Sheet
Free Training for Preparing Missionaries: Change Your Mission with this One Tool
RM Transition Free Video Series: 3 Tools to Help RMs in Their Transition Home
Free Guide: 5 Tips to Help Any Returning Missionary
Schedule a Free Strategy Call: Click Here
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