In this final episode of Evolve: A New Era of Leadership, I reflect on my journey of producing the show and share my decision to take a pause from podcasting to focus more deeply on trauma-informed leadership. After 90 episodes filled with meaningful conversations with incredible guests, I’ve come to appreciate the transformative power of trauma-informed leadership in creating resilient, purpose-driven organizations. Throughout this process, I’ve continually emphasized the importance of self-awareness, self-regulation, and co-regulation—three key elements that I believe every leader should explore to build workplaces that truly tap into human potential while breaking free from outdated patterns. This episode feels bittersweet as I share how my work has impacted others, from leadership circles to academic communities. I’ve had the privilege of completing a year-long training in trauma-informed coaching and consulting, under the guidance of Thomas Hübl and Amy Elizabeth Fox, which has only deepened my commitment to this vital area of leadership. I’m incredibly grateful to all of the guests who joined me on this journey and to each one of you for tuning in. Though I’ve decided to take a break from Evolve, this is not goodbye—it’s a chance for me to dig deeper into this work and return with even more insight and focus. 🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways: The Power of Trauma-Informed Leadership: I reflect on how trauma and emotional wounds impact leadership and how addressing these factors can foster stronger, more empathetic organizations. 🧠 Creating Safe Workplaces: I talk about the importance of psychological and physiological safety in the workplace, encouraging leaders to create environments where people feel safe enough to grow, thrive, and heal. 🔒 Reevaluating Purpose: I ask you to consider how your own emotional wounds and experiences may shape your leadership style and deepen your sense of purpose. 💡 The Future of Leadership: I believe trauma-informed leadership is the future, focusing on empathy, vulnerability, and self-awareness to help us lead more effectively in today’s complex world. 🌍 Personal Reflections and Future Direction: This pause is giving me the space to continue researching and speaking about trauma-informed leadership, and to align my work even more closely with my passion. 🌱 We talk about: 00:00 Intro 00:49 The Impact of Trauma Informed Leadership 05:44 Taking a Break and Future Directions 08:31 Reflecting on Emotional Wounds in Leadership 11:28 Creating Trauma-Informed Workplaces 12:30 Finding Meaning and Purpose in Work 14:04 Gratitude and Future Directions #TraumaInformedLeadership #LeadershipJourney #ResilientOrganizations #EmpathyInLeadership #EmotionalWounds Connect with me Instagram: YouTube: LinkedIn: Website: Contact:
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In this final episode of Evolve: A New Era of Leadership, I reflect on my journey of producing the show and share my decision to take a pause from podcasting to focus more deeply on trauma-informed leadership. After 90 episodes filled with meaningful conversations with incredible guests, I’ve come to appreciate the transformative power of trauma-informed leadership in creating resilient, purpose-driven organizations. Throughout this process, I’ve continually emphasized the importance of self-awareness, self-regulation, and co-regulation—three key elements that I believe every leader should explore to build workplaces that truly tap into human potential while breaking free from outdated patterns. This episode feels bittersweet as I share how my work has impacted others, from leadership circles to academic communities. I’ve had the privilege of completing a year-long training in trauma-informed coaching and consulting, under the guidance of Thomas Hübl and Amy Elizabeth Fox, which has only deepened my commitment to this vital area of leadership. I’m incredibly grateful to all of the guests who joined me on this journey and to each one of you for tuning in. Though I’ve decided to take a break from Evolve, this is not goodbye—it’s a chance for me to dig deeper into this work and return with even more insight and focus. 🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways: The Power of Trauma-Informed Leadership: I reflect on how trauma and emotional wounds impact leadership and how addressing these factors can foster stronger, more empathetic organizations. 🧠 Creating Safe Workplaces: I talk about the importance of psychological and physiological safety in the workplace, encouraging leaders to create environments where people feel safe enough to grow, thrive, and heal. 🔒 Reevaluating Purpose: I ask you to consider how your own emotional wounds and experiences may shape your leadership style and deepen your sense of purpose. 💡 The Future of Leadership: I believe trauma-informed leadership is the future, focusing on empathy, vulnerability, and self-awareness to help us lead more effectively in today’s complex world. 🌍 Personal Reflections and Future Direction: This pause is giving me the space to continue researching and speaking about trauma-informed leadership, and to align my work even more closely with my passion. 🌱 We talk about: 00:00 Intro 00:49 The Impact of Trauma Informed Leadership 05:44 Taking a Break and Future Directions 08:31 Reflecting on Emotional Wounds in Leadership 11:28 Creating Trauma-Informed Workplaces 12:30 Finding Meaning and Purpose in Work 14:04 Gratitude and Future Directions #TraumaInformedLeadership #LeadershipJourney #ResilientOrganizations #EmpathyInLeadership #EmotionalWounds Connect with me Instagram: YouTube: LinkedIn: Website: Contact:
087: The Proxy Diet: Bridging Mind and Energy for Effective Leadership with Tevi Lawson
PWE & ME Podcast
45 minutes 47 seconds
1 year ago
087: The Proxy Diet: Bridging Mind and Energy for Effective Leadership with Tevi Lawson
In this episode of Evolve: A New Era of Leadership, I’m joined by Tevi Lawson, author of The Proxy Diet: A Practical Guide to Self-Analysis and Healing. Tevi delves into his journey from West Africa to the U.S., his personal challenges, and how these experiences inspired the development of the Proxy Method, a framework designed to bridge the gap between mind, energy, and self. Tevi’s powerful insights highlight the importance of emotional and mental health in leadership and offer a unique perspective on how leaders can better align with their authentic selves. Tevi’s Proxy Method focuses on energy-level self-analysis, helping individuals trace trauma back to its roots, allowing for deep healing and personal growth. He also shares the story of working with his wife through her traumatic experiences and cancer diagnosis, using the Proxy Method to bring emotional clarity and healing. 🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways: The Importance of Emotional and Mental Health: Tevi discusses how leaders can only be effective when they are mentally and emotionally healthy, emphasizing that taking care of oneself is essential to success. 🧠 Energy and Leadership: Leaders need to understand their energy transactions and ensure they’re replenishing themselves to avoid burnout. The Proxy Method helps identify energy deficits and find ways to restore balance. ⚡ The Power of Authenticity: Tevi highlights the importance of reconnecting with one's original design to achieve personal and professional fulfillment. By living in alignment with their true selves, leaders can find the energy and purpose to thrive. 🔄 Seven Days to Happiness Blueprint: Tevi introduces his step-by-step approach to managing energy and maintaining happiness in both personal and professional life, which involves living life in seasons and celebrating accomplishments. 🌱 Leadership and Vulnerability: Leaders often carry the burden of responsibility without showing vulnerability. Tevi encourages leaders to take “pit stops” to reflect on their well-being and authenticity. 🛑 We talk about: 00:00 Intro 06:03 The Birth of The Proxy Method 11:00 Understanding the Proxy Method 19:03 Applying the Proxy Method in Leadership 24:05 Seven Days to Happiness 32:01 Challenges Leaders Face 44:18 Conclusion and Reflections #ProxyMethod #AuthenticLeadership #EnergyManagement #MentalHealthInLeadership #SevenDaysToHappiness #SelfAwareness #LeadershipWellness Connect with Tevi LinkedIn: Instagram: Facebook: YouTube: Membership: https://tevilawson.com/proxy-method-education/ Connect with me Instagram: YouTube: LinkedIn: Website: Contact:
PWE & ME Podcast
In this final episode of Evolve: A New Era of Leadership, I reflect on my journey of producing the show and share my decision to take a pause from podcasting to focus more deeply on trauma-informed leadership. After 90 episodes filled with meaningful conversations with incredible guests, I’ve come to appreciate the transformative power of trauma-informed leadership in creating resilient, purpose-driven organizations. Throughout this process, I’ve continually emphasized the importance of self-awareness, self-regulation, and co-regulation—three key elements that I believe every leader should explore to build workplaces that truly tap into human potential while breaking free from outdated patterns. This episode feels bittersweet as I share how my work has impacted others, from leadership circles to academic communities. I’ve had the privilege of completing a year-long training in trauma-informed coaching and consulting, under the guidance of Thomas Hübl and Amy Elizabeth Fox, which has only deepened my commitment to this vital area of leadership. I’m incredibly grateful to all of the guests who joined me on this journey and to each one of you for tuning in. Though I’ve decided to take a break from Evolve, this is not goodbye—it’s a chance for me to dig deeper into this work and return with even more insight and focus. 🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways: The Power of Trauma-Informed Leadership: I reflect on how trauma and emotional wounds impact leadership and how addressing these factors can foster stronger, more empathetic organizations. 🧠 Creating Safe Workplaces: I talk about the importance of psychological and physiological safety in the workplace, encouraging leaders to create environments where people feel safe enough to grow, thrive, and heal. 🔒 Reevaluating Purpose: I ask you to consider how your own emotional wounds and experiences may shape your leadership style and deepen your sense of purpose. 💡 The Future of Leadership: I believe trauma-informed leadership is the future, focusing on empathy, vulnerability, and self-awareness to help us lead more effectively in today’s complex world. 🌍 Personal Reflections and Future Direction: This pause is giving me the space to continue researching and speaking about trauma-informed leadership, and to align my work even more closely with my passion. 🌱 We talk about: 00:00 Intro 00:49 The Impact of Trauma Informed Leadership 05:44 Taking a Break and Future Directions 08:31 Reflecting on Emotional Wounds in Leadership 11:28 Creating Trauma-Informed Workplaces 12:30 Finding Meaning and Purpose in Work 14:04 Gratitude and Future Directions #TraumaInformedLeadership #LeadershipJourney #ResilientOrganizations #EmpathyInLeadership #EmotionalWounds Connect with me Instagram: YouTube: LinkedIn: Website: Contact:
