Episode 386: Identity Isn't Fixed - Self-Definition and Becoming
08/06/2026 | 11 mins.
Self-definition is essential to leadership through self-differentiation. This episode unpacks the challenges and benefits. Show Notes: Resisting Definition — Center for Action and Contemplation by Cassidy Hall. Check out The Non-Anxious Life, a FREE AI Family Systems Coach. Become a Patron for as little as $5/month. Subscribe to my weekly Two for Tuesday email newsletter.
Episode 385: Understanding Symmetry Can Help You Lead as a Non-Anxious Presence (Part 2 of 2)
01/06/2026 | 12 mins.
The Family Systems Concept of Symmetry will help you understand the unseen emotional process that increases anxiety and makes change difficult. This episode explains how you can recognize it and what you can do about it to lead as a non-anxious presence. Show Notes: Generation to Generation: Family Process in Church and Synagogue by Edwin Friedman* Check out The Non-Anxious Life, a FREE AI Family Systems Coach. Become a Patron for as little as $5/month. Subscribe to my weekly Two for Tuesday email newsletter. *This is an affiliate link. I earn a small commission if you purchase the book.
Episode 384: Understanding Symmetry Can Help You Lead as a Non-Anxious Presence (Part 1 of 2)
25/05/2026 | 13 mins.
The Family Systems Concept of Symmetry will help you understand the unseen emotional process that increases anxiety and makes change difficult. This episode explains it in understandable terms. Show Notes: Generation to Generation: Family Process in Church and Synagogue by Edwin Friedman* Check out The Non-Anxious Life, a FREE AI Family Systems Coach. Become a Patron for as little as $5/month. Subscribe to my weekly Two for Tuesday email newsletter. *This is an affiliate link. I earn a small commission if you purchase the book.
Episode 383: Values, Ideology and Leadership through Self-Differentiation
18/05/2026 | 11 mins.
If you want to lead through self-differentiation, you need to understand the difference between values and ideology. This episode covers that and what to do with it. Show Notes: The Best Decision-Makers Are Value-Driven But Not Ideologically Committed - Admired Leadership Check out The Non-Anxious Life, a FREE AI Family Systems Coach. Become a Patron for as little as $5/month. Subscribe to my weekly Two for Tuesday email newsletter.
Episode 382: 3 Ways You Should Choose Challenge Over Comfort
11/05/2026 | 12 mins.
Leading as a non-anxious presence is hard. This episode shows how you can increase your capacity in this and all aspects of your life. Show Notes: Don’t Get Too Comfortable. Your Quality of Life Depends On It by Moshe Bar Check out The Non-Anxious Life, a FREE AI Family Systems Coach. Become a Patron for as little as $5/month. Subscribe to my weekly Two for Tuesday email newsletter.
The Non-Anxious Leader Podcast uses a family systems theory approach to increase your spiritual, emotional and physical well-being so you can be the best leader possible. Each episode explores research and practical tips to help you be a personal and professional non-anxious presence.