It seems counterintuitive to actually loosen your grip on something that you care about. But, that’s what Juanita Molano Parra and I are examining in our series, “Riding the Waves.” We’re looking at what comes up, what opens up, and what becomes available when we hold big ideas, big feelings, and big problems a little more lightly. Can this technique help us navigate rough emotional waters?

As a way in, Juanita and I pose several questions that indicate how we approach and manage “big things.” This episode continues our breakdown of “what’s at stake?” Stakes can be both inspirational and paralyzing. We explore how stakes motivate (and demotivate) us, share what gets in the way of progress, and use real-life examples to provide context. Here are a few thoughts from our discussion:

Do we create unrealistic expectations when we use educational information to measure our success?

How can we balance self development with the pitfalls of perfectionism?

Using how-to resources for growth and development can be constraining, but “enlightenment will always taste of freedom.” (A quote of a quote.)

Best practices can provide a sense of permission in the face of risk.

Possibility is the flip side of risk, and possibility can be filled with beauty, magic, and joy.

Join us next time as our series continues. Thank you for listening!

JUANITA MOLANO PARRA, MBA, PCC

Juanita is an engineer and MBA turned certified life and leadership coach. Originally from Colombia, she worked in multinational corporate finance and later started her own coaching business—training new coaches and partnering with organizations to transform culture and leadership from within. Her business, Jump Coaching, helps leaders live authentically, lead with purpose, and turn their dreams into reality. Juanita lives in Indianapolis with her husband, their daughter, and two cats.

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