There’s a 100% chance you will face challenges in your life and in the world around you. The truth is you already are. But it’s not what happens to us that defines us; it’s how we respond that marks our lives. Becoming Heart Strong explores perspectives, tools, and inspiration to help you live with more courage, rebuild after setbacks, and strengthen yourself from the inside out. Host Jess Lindberg interviews thought leaders, authors, experts, and everyday amazing people who share their stories and outlooks to help you get from where you are today to where you want to be tomorrow.
Jess Lindberg is the host of The Becoming Heart Strong Podcast, a keynote speaker, and a social entrepreneur passionate about inspiring people to grow through their challenges and live their full potential. On her show, she dives into transformative conversations and invites listeners to live with courage, overcome setbacks, and create meaningful impact in their world. As a sought-after life leadership expert and strategist, Jess works with purpose-driven individuals and organizations seeking to transform and create impact from unexpected circumstances. Jess has built powerful resilience through personal traumas and aims to help others build their resilience muscle through courageous self-leadership. Her warm, down-to-earth style and inspiring spirit have ignited the hearts and minds of many organizations and individuals.
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There’s a 100% chance you will face challenges in your life and in the world around you. The truth is you already are. But it’s not what happens to us that defines us; it’s how we respond that marks our lives. Becoming Heart Strong explores perspectives, tools, and inspiration to help you live with more courage, rebuild after setbacks, and strengthen yourself from the inside out. Host Jess Lindberg interviews thought leaders, authors, experts, and everyday amazing people who share their stories and outlooks to help you get from where you are today to where you want to be tomorrow.
Jess Lindberg is the host of The Becoming Heart Strong Podcast, a keynote speaker, and a social entrepreneur passionate about inspiring people to grow through their challenges and live their full potential. On her show, she dives into transformative conversations and invites listeners to live with courage, overcome setbacks, and create meaningful impact in their world. As a sought-after life leadership expert and strategist, Jess works with purpose-driven individuals and organizations seeking to transform and create impact from unexpected circumstances. Jess has built powerful resilience through personal traumas and aims to help others build their resilience muscle through courageous self-leadership. Her warm, down-to-earth style and inspiring spirit have ignited the hearts and minds of many organizations and individuals.
Follow Jess @jessmlindberg on Instagram and Jessica Lindberg on LinkedIn
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73. Adversity, Leadership and Facing Our Crucibles with Social Scientist Dr. Ben Baran.
Becoming Heart Strong
1 hour 15 minutes 59 seconds
1 year ago
73. Adversity, Leadership and Facing Our Crucibles with Social Scientist Dr. Ben Baran.
Dr. Ben Baran, an organizational psychologist and management professor, discusses adversity and leadership. He defines crucibles as unexpectedly hard experiences that have the potential to transform us. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing that suffering is universal and that we are not alone in our challenges. Dr. Baran also explores the synergy between social science and ancient wisdom, highlighting the value of integrating evidence-based research with philosophical and theological insights. In terms of leadership, he emphasizes the need for leaders to have a deep sense of purpose and strong values, as well as the willingness to make tough decisions even when they are unpopular. He also discusses the challenges of developing courageous leadership and the importance of character development in children.
The conversation covers various themes, including leadership, self-leadership, trust in leaders, the importance of institutions, the role of the U.S. Constitution, and the power of service and making an impact. The guests share personal experiences and insights, emphasizing the need for self-awareness, values, and character development in leadership. They discuss the challenges and blessings of raising children and the importance of instilling values and a sense of agency in them. The conversation also touches on the significance of September 11th and the impact of personal crucibles on shaping individuals and their ability to empathize and help others.
00:00 Introduction: Adversity and Leadership
03:31 Crucibles: Transforming Through Unexpected Challenges
16:19 The Synergy Between Social Science and Ancient Wisdom
31:22 Developing Courageous Leadership: Purpose, Values, and Tough Decisions
36:45 Character Development: Fostering Courageous Leadership in Children
41:03 The Foundation of Leadership: Self-Leadership and Values
43:19 The Importance of Trust in Leaders and Institutions
49:14 Raising Courageous Leaders: Instilling Values and Agency in Children
59:41 The Impact of Personal Crucibles on Empathy and Influence
01:10:47 Service and Making an Impact: Bringing Joy and Inspiring Others
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Becoming Heart Strong
There’s a 100% chance you will face challenges in your life and in the world around you. The truth is you already are. But it’s not what happens to us that defines us; it’s how we respond that marks our lives. Becoming Heart Strong explores perspectives, tools, and inspiration to help you live with more courage, rebuild after setbacks, and strengthen yourself from the inside out. Host Jess Lindberg interviews thought leaders, authors, experts, and everyday amazing people who share their stories and outlooks to help you get from where you are today to where you want to be tomorrow.
Jess Lindberg is the host of The Becoming Heart Strong Podcast, a keynote speaker, and a social entrepreneur passionate about inspiring people to grow through their challenges and live their full potential. On her show, she dives into transformative conversations and invites listeners to live with courage, overcome setbacks, and create meaningful impact in their world. As a sought-after life leadership expert and strategist, Jess works with purpose-driven individuals and organizations seeking to transform and create impact from unexpected circumstances. Jess has built powerful resilience through personal traumas and aims to help others build their resilience muscle through courageous self-leadership. Her warm, down-to-earth style and inspiring spirit have ignited the hearts and minds of many organizations and individuals.
Follow Jess @jessmlindberg on Instagram and Jessica Lindberg on LinkedIn
Follow The Heart Strong @theheartstrong on Instagram and The Heart Strong Collective on LinkedIn
