What if resilience is not just about bouncing back but also about building forward? Dr. Robyne invites us to rethink resilience as a set of daily practices, not a fixed trait, and she brings decades of research and a deeply personal story to the conversation. Through insights on nervous system regulation, the transformative power of hope, and the role of humor, she illustrates how small, intentional shifts can make a big difference. Whether you're navigating personal challenges or seeking to foster a stronger sense of community, this episode offers practical, heartfelt advice to help you show up for the hard parts of life with grace and strength.

Key Takeaways:

• Resilience isn't something you're born with—it's built through small, consistent actions. Learn how "sweating the small stuff well" lays a foundation for navigating life's challenges.

• Understanding that tough moments are often temporary can help you embrace "learning shifts" and see challenges as opportunities for growth.

• True resilience includes connection—finding your "3 a.m. people" and leaning into the support of others can make the journey less overwhelming.

• Hope is a muscle that can be strengthened through positive habits, such as seeking joy-filled content, practicing gratitude, and surrounding yourself with uplifting influences.

• Humor isn't just entertainment—it’s a physiological tool that helps manage stress, release tension, and create moments of reprieve during difficult times.

About Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe:

Described as one of the most sought-after, engaging, thought-provoking and truly transformative international speakers and scholars in her field, Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe is a multi-award-winning education and psychology instructor, author, and resiliency expert. She specializes in resiliency, navigating stress and change, personal wellness in the workplace, and optimal performance - both personal and organizational. With nearly two decades of university teaching and research experience and as a two-time TEDx speaker, Dr. Robyne continues to create accessible and relatable materials while offering practical strategies that are realistic and sustainable.

Dr. Robyne and her team have developed innovative programming and open educational resources that are readily shared across a multitude of industries. While working alongside some of the most influential organizations across the world, she has delivered nearly 1,000 keynotes and workshops since just March 2020. Dr. Robyne expands upon this work in her online community Anchor Labs, where leaders can learn strategies for resilience. Dr. Robyne also co-hosts a weekly podcast with Juno-nominated singer and songwriter Peter Katz titled In Time, where the scientist meets the artist to explore big areas around showing up in every aspect of your life.

Dr. Robyne was named a 2022 Nautilus Award recipient with her debut book, Calm Within The Storm: A Pathway to Everyday Resiliency. Her second book, Stress Wisely: How to Be Well in an Unwell World was released June 20, 2023.

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In a world where resolutions often fail, Dan Britton challenges us to embrace simplicity with his "one word" concept, a game-changing approach to personal transformation. As a bestselling author of One Word and eight other impactful books, Dan shares how a single word can anchor your year, refine your focus, and spark profound life changes. With inspiring stories from his own life and a practical roadmap to discover your word, Dan encourages us to drive toward simplicity, build character, and create a narrative for 2025 that is rich with purpose and joy. Let this be the year where one small word ignites a big shift in your journey!

Key Takeaways:

• Discover how choosing one word can simplify your focus, making it easier to create impactful, lasting change in your life.

• Life naturally drifts toward complexity. By intentionally driving toward simplicity, you align your decisions with your purpose.

• True transformation happens when you focus on changing your character instead of trying to control external circumstances.

• Your word isn’t something to master; it’s a companion for growth, evolving with you as the year unfolds.

• Every choice you make today shapes the story you’ll tell tomorrow. Use your word as a filter to create the year—and life—you want.

About Dan Britton:

Dan Britton is a speaker, writer, coach and trainer whose purpose is to help people discover and pursue their passion. After serving with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes for 34 years and spearheading the ministry’s global expansion from one country to 116, he now is president and founder of SportsLife Leadership. Dan played professional lacrosse with the Baltimore Thunder, earning a spot on the All-Star team, and he was nominated by his teammates for both the Service and Unsung Hero awards.

He has coauthored nine books: One Word, One Word for Kids, One Word Journal, Life Word, WisdomWalks, The Wisdom Challenge, True Competitor, Called to Greatness and Daily Wisdom for Men. He is a frequent speaker for companies, nonprofits, sports teams, schools and churches. Dan has appeared on national outlets like FOX News, CBS News and Fast Company. He still plays and coaches lacrosse, and he enjoys running marathons—he’s finished the Boston Marathon twice. Dan and his wife Dawn reside in Overland Park, Kansas, and they have three married children and two grandchildren.

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As you close out one chapter and step boldly into the next, take a moment to reflect, recharge, and realign with the person you aspire to be. Through small, intentional habits—like honoring your sleep, hydrating before caffeine, and practicing gratitude—you can create a foundation for lasting change. Embrace your uniqueness, trust your path, and remember: the small shifts you make today will lead to monumental changes tomorrow. Start now, set your intention, and nourish your body, mind, and spirit for the year ahead. You are enough, and you are ready to grow.

Key Takeaways:

• Recognizing "A, B, and C days" can help balance wellness goals with life’s demands—on "A days," focus on comprehensive self-care, while on "C days," stick to non-negotiables like hydration and gratitude.

• The Body Talk form is a powerful tool for self-awareness, guiding you to understand your body's signals and uncover areas needing attention, such as digestion, sleep, or stress.

• Rotating greens in your diet prevents overexposure to specific compounds and optimizes digestive health—an easy, impactful change to fuel your body.

• The power of a word of the year can anchor your intentions and growth; reflecting on themes like "patience," "grace," or "embrace" can guide personal and relational transformations.

• Wellness isn’t about perfection but progress; averaging more “good days” than “challenging ones” builds a sustainable foundation for health and happiness.

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