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Welcome to Mpowered with Magna, hosted by Magna Gopal, an accomplished empowerment coach, motivational speaker, and salsa dance instructor with 25+ years of experience in over 80 countries. Magna offers practical tips and tools to enhance your creativity, confidence, communication, and relationships. With her vast expertise in dance, fitness, and public speaking, she provides a unique perspective and valuable insights to help you navigate life's challenges and achieve your goals. Join us every week for a new episode, and get ready to Think, Feel and Be Mpowered! ➡️www.MagnaGopal.com
- 76 - E75 How To Strengthen Your Friendships
How strong are your friendships? Are they growing deeper, or drifting apart?
In this final episode of Season 1, we reflect on what it takes to keep our friendships alive.
Real, meaningful friendships aren’t about social media followers; they’re about connection, trust, and shared time.
Sometimes, relationships start off strong, with constant texting and hangouts. But as time goes by, they settle into routine—a few “how you beens” or “we should get together” messages that may never happen. We often assume the friendship will sustain itself, like putting money in a savings account and letting it grow on its own.
Yet, the best friendships—like the best investments—flourish when we actively nurture them. So, what would happen if we reached out more often, fully engaged, or set time aside just for them?
What steps are you willing to take to make sure your friendships are not just alive, but thriving?
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Live Chat #43 Your Presence Isn’t Enough; Growth Requires Action
▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/qQ6Jj6SG3sQ?si=FkNwVVD-pqqKDXVm
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Tue, 29 Oct 2024 - 15min - 75 - E74 Is Your Silence Stalling Your Growth?
Are you truly contributing when you're part of a team, or are you just showing up?
Often, we mistake our presence for participation, assuming the team leader carries the responsibility for everything.
We forget that every team member is chosen for a reason — for their unique skills, personality, and perspective.
If you’re staying quiet, waiting for others to lead, you're not only stalling your personal growth, but you're also impacting the success of the entire team.
So, how can you start bringing your best to the table? Offer ideas, take initiative, and be solution-oriented! Teams thrive on collaboration, and your voice matters more than you think.
How would you challenge yourself to step up in team settings?
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Live Chat #43 Your Presence Isn’t Enough; Growth Requires Action
▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/qQ6Jj6SG3sQ?si=FkNwVVD-pqqKDXVm
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Tue, 22 Oct 2024 - 10min - 74 - E73 Do You Want To Be Heard Or Understood?
Think about the last time you felt misunderstood. Was it because the other person wasn’t listening, or was your message unclear?
Effective communication is a two-way street, requiring both active listening and purposeful speaking.
It’s not enough to share our thoughts; we need to check in, ask questions, and pay close attention to how the other person is receiving our words. Only then can you build stronger, healthier connections.
How do you make sure your words are understood?
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Live Chat #43 Your Presence Isn’t Enough; Growth Requires Action
▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/qQ6Jj6SG3sQ?si=FkNwVVD-pqqKDXVm
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Tue, 15 Oct 2024 - 11min - 73 - E72 How To Move From Blame To Breakthrough
What are we actually learning from our most difficult relationships?
Are we repeating the same mistakes because we avoid reflection, or do we take the time to understand our role in them?
It’s easy to dislike and blame others, but the real growth comes when we reflect on what we tolerated, what we missed, and how we contributed.
Instead of simply labeling relationships as "good" or "bad," reflect!
What lessons can we take away to avoid repeating the past?
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Live Chat #41 How To Make It Worth It
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Tue, 08 Oct 2024 - 11min - 72 - E71 How To Grow & Succeed Through Resistance
How can we grow when faced with resistance?
It's easy to thrive when everyone speaks your language, but what about when they don't? That's when you get to test your skills.
Resistance from coworkers, clients, or even yourself isn’t a roadblock; it’s an opportunity. True growth comes from those tough moments when communication breaks down, and you're forced to find new ways to connect.
Instead of avoiding those who challenge you, view it as a chance to learn something valuable about yourself and them. By understanding their motivations and bringing your best energy to the table, you can transform conflict into collaboration. You don’t have to like them, but by leading with connection, you’ll accomplish far more and build stronger relationships.
Next time you're faced with resistance, ask yourself: How can I turn this challenge into an opportunity for success?
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Live Chat #41 How To Make It Worth It
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Tue, 01 Oct 2024 - 12min - 71 - E70 Do You Defend, Or Do You Listen?
How do you respond when someone says, “You didn’t meet my expectations”?
For many of us, our gut reaction is defensive. What if we took a moment to listen and reflect instead?
When faced with feedback that feels critical, it’s easy to react emotionally. But by acknowledging the other person’s perspective and embracing the feedback, we open the door to growth.
Transforming moments of tension into opportunities for improvement not only strengthens relationships but also enhances communication and trust.
How have you handled challenging feedback? How did it impact your growth, your relationships, and your results?
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Live Chat #35 Are You A Control Freak? ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/J4ZQ1eWSPxA?si=GfC3roKkvZL6iy8b
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Tue, 24 Sep 2024 - 17min - 70 - E69 Ask Better Questions, Find Better Answers
Are you asking the right questions to grow, learn, and understand YOURSELF better?
We often ask “how” – how did someone else succeed, how did they achieve their goals? But what if we turned that question inward? What if, instead of only asking “how,” we started asking “why”? Why are WE taking certain actions? Why do some things work while others fail?
There’s power in asking "why.” Reflecting on our successes and failures isn't just about what went wrong or how to fix it. It’s also about understanding what went right and why.
This deeper understanding can not only transform our personal growth but empower us to guide others.
Your path is unique. While learning from others is valuable, your "how" will always be distinctly yours. Embrace your journey with curiosity, and you'll extract more meaning from every moment.
What questions will you ask yourself today to unlock your potential and authentically express yourself?
LINKS:
Live Chat #31 Critical Questions for Personal Growth ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/yGm1hujA9-Y?si=Ey5alZXeS6WA2E1W
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Tue, 17 Sep 2024 - 15min - 69 - E68 How To Make Your Ideas Stand Out
Are you creating space for your audience to breathe and process?
Or are you overwhelming them with non-stop information?
From public speaking to casual conversations, we're constantly presenting ourselves and our thoughts. How we present our ideas can make all the difference between a memorable connection and a message lost in the noise. Whether on stage, in a conversation, or during a dance, contrast is key. It's not just about throwing all your ideas out there; it's about pacing, allowing pauses, and emphasizing the most important parts so that your audience can truly connect and absorb.
What changes could you make in your communication style to create more 'breathing room' for your ideas?
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Live Chat #30 Using Contrast to Captivatee ▶️ https://youtube.com/live/X-eFaEuxGa8?feature=share
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Tue, 10 Sep 2024 - 12min - 68 - E67 How To Best Navigate Your Commitments
How do you navigate your commitments?
Do you say “yes” too often? Are you aware of your limitations? How do you communicate a change in your priorities or motivations?
Self-awareness, seeking clarification, having integrity, and communicating change effectively are all necessary skills for building healthy relationships, avoiding burnout, getting things done, and personal growth.
Life unfolds beyond our control, but our power lies in how we choose to respond and shape our path forward.
What do you do NEXT when you can’t meet a commitment?
Do you walk away or find a way?
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Live Chat #24 How To Live Your Life With Integrity ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/pW3xJJc6PIU?si=9pV77iP8uMJRbTYS
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Tue, 03 Sep 2024 - 13min - 67 - E66 What Does Support Look Like?
Have you ever felt ill-equipped to support a friend in need?
Sometimes, we’re so solution oriented that we don’t realize support isn’t always about fixing their problems. Sometimes, it's about listening without judgment, offering a comforting presence, and showing genuine compassion.
To do this effectively, we need to recognize our own limitations, insecurities, and biases—because these can hold us back from truly engaging and being present.
Developing emotional intelligence and compassion is a lifelong process, shaped by our own experiences and understanding of love and support.
The more we reflect, learn, and embrace vulnerability, the faster we grow, and the stronger our relationships become.
How has your approach to supporting others evolved over time?
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Live Chat #21 Asking For Help & Helping Others ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/KFMXvfxCQvg?si=3zYMs4tVe4Diske3
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Tue, 27 Aug 2024 - 12min - 66 - E65 How To Navigate Breakups With Respect
Breakups are challenging!
The aftermath often leaves us grappling with difficult choices. Do we remain friends? Do we create distance? How do we manage our emotions in private and in public? How do we navigate seeing our exes again?
In this episode we explore the complexities of post-breakup dynamics, the importance of emotional distance and self-restraint.
Setting boundaries, giving yourself space to heal, and controlling impulsive reactions is crucial to our growth, self-respect, sanity, and dignity.
What's your experience with post-breakup boundaries? Have they helped or hindered your healing process?
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Live Chat #20 Dating In The Dance Scene ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/-rcIPbXB3sk?si=bywBv90qHzwXOGNG
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Tue, 20 Aug 2024 - 14min - 65 - E64 Expecting Too Much or Not Saying Enough?
How often do we find ourselves disappointed when others don’t meet our expectations?
Often, unmet expectations stem from unspoken desires. By openly discussing what we expect and understanding the other person’s capacity to meet those needs, we create stronger, more empathetic connections.
Have you communicated your expectations to those around you, or are you hoping they’ll just know?
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Live Chat #19 How To Improve Your Connection With Others ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/EHn_HvtB54w?si=7CEElZhsnly-xgYZ
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Tue, 13 Aug 2024 - 10min - 64 - E63 Do Emotions Help or Hold You Back?
How often do we let our emotions distort reality and hinder our ability to find solutions? Is it the current situation or past experiences influencing our reactions?
Emotions can be powerful, sometimes overshadowing the actual situation at hand.
While feeling deeply is part of being human, unchecked emotions can become obstacles to effective communication and problem-solving.
By developing emotional awareness and learning to express ourselves clearly and calmly, we can foster healthier conversations and relationships. It's not about suppressing emotions, but understanding them, and learning how to articulate what we're truly feeling.
How might your relationships change if you approached every emotional conversation with curiosity instead of reactivity?
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Live Chat #18 Tips for Effective Communication ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/n7kwLj39Q6Y?si=z7Dlo-YXf72I9Rz4
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Tue, 06 Aug 2024 - 07min - 63 - E62 Are You Doing Your Best To Connect?
How often do we take time to truly connect with those around us, even in the simplest interactions?
No matter how technically skilled we may be, it’s our interpersonal skills and our ability to commit that make a real difference.
Whether it's a work project or a dance, being present, being courteous, and giving 100% effort shows respect and can transform ordinary moments into meaningful connections.
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Live Chat #17 Asking for Too Much or Asking The Wrong Person? ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/BZdwUT2ibvU?si=qIKqE6gj3Cy-hZ-R
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Tue, 30 Jul 2024 - 09min - 62 - E61 How To Make Time For What’s Important
How do you make time for what’s important?
Making progress towards our goals, completing projects, spending time with people, and even implementing simple habits into our routine require solid time management skills
Effectively managing our time could involve limiting a task to just 2-min to check a box or expanding it to make sure we factor in preparation and transition times.
When we feel like we’re falling behind, it’s important to reflect on our approach. Sometimes a small addition or subtraction is all we need to kickstart our motivation, stay on track, and feel fulfilled.
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Live Chat #11 2022 Challenges, Solutions & Goals ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/qAZ3lkbYEYA?si=ZWIEsLnX6zQystTD
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Tue, 23 Jul 2024 - 06min - 61 - E60 Best Ways To Reboot Your Friendships
Are your friendships grounded in past memories or present realities?
Life changes, and so do our relationships. It's easy to get caught up in nostalgia, longing for the deep connections we once had with friends. But are we doing ourselves and our friendships a disservice by constantly comparing the present to the past?
Instead of dwelling on how things used to be, try focusing on the friendship itself. Recognize that circumstances change, and so do people. Approach your relationships with compassion and curiosity. Ask yourself: What does this friendship mean to me now? How can we create something new and meaningful under our current circumstances?
By letting go of resentment and embracing the present, we can open doors to future possibilities.
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Live Chat #13 Is What You’re Chasing Worth It? ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/-adieojW4LY?si=JoHyBIGg_R5wu7sl
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Tue, 16 Jul 2024 - 12min - 60 - E59 Is Your Inner Child Still Alive?
When was the last time you truly listened to your inner voice?
As we grow older, our inner voice often becomes stifled by societal expectations and external judgments. But what if we could reclaim that childlike fearlessness and creativity?
The key lies in creating a safe space for our inner child to emerge. This means using our life experiences, emotional stability, and financial security to foster an environment where we can express ourselves freely. By reflecting on our path and questioning our momentum, we can reconnect with that part of us that understands true enjoyment, growth, and success.
What steps can you take to reconnect with your inner voice?
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Live Chat #9 Dealing With Judgment ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/T1O6oLn45Hk?si=SPiqmLTO0G23SFQn
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Tue, 09 Jul 2024 - 05min - 59 - E58 How Taking Ownership Can Open Doors
How do we reconcile past hurt?
Letting go and moving forward might only require forgiveness. Reconciliation, however, requires the added element of ownership.
Accountability is the key to opening doors we might otherwise consider shut.
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Live Chat #15 Moving Forward Through Forgiveness & Ownership ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/wRkBbPB7HPE?si=EhBddxceqejtpQAL
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Tue, 02 Jul 2024 - 10min - 58 - E57 Why Is Asking For Help So Difficult?
Are you ever hesitant to ask for help?
Have you ever wondered why that is? Could it be your upbringing? Societal pressures? The fear of being judged? Something else?
In this episode I share my personal upbringing and the impact it had, and has, on my ability to ask for help.
I’ve learned that if we want to build healthier connections and a stronger sense of self, it’s important for us to recognize and overcome the barriers to seeking out support.
What obstacles do YOU face when it comes to seeking the support you need?
LINKS:
Live Chat #21 Asking for Help & Helping Others
▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/KFMXvfxCQvg?si=3zYMs4tVe4Diske3
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Tue, 25 Jun 2024 - 12min - 57 - E56 How To Create A Roadmap To Success
Have you ever stopped to ask if your pursuits are truly realistic?
It's easy to set goals based on the achievements of people we admire. While inspiration is valuable, true success isn't about retracing someone else's footsteps. It's about forging a unique path—a personalized roadmap that embraces our individual circumstances, resources, and dreams.
Creating this roadmap requires more than just studying others' habits and routines. It demands a deep dive into their struggles, a realistic assessment of our own resources, and the creation of a system built on consistency, reflection, and support.
Is it time to reassess your goals and redraw your map?
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Live Chat #39 Are You Special or Steadfast? ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/AyS1sGyabiM?si=wC475fWe_DF9gwcg
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Tue, 18 Jun 2024 - 14min - 56 - E55 Can Evaluating Boost Your Learning & Growth?
Ever thought mastering a skill was just about doing it repeatedly?
In Toastmasters, I discovered that while giving speeches helps improve our public speaking skills, evaluating others is a game-changer.
By actively listening, analyzing, and providing constructive feedback, we not only elevate others but also sharpen our own skills.
It's like the saying, "If you want to master something, don't just learn it. Teach it."
Evaluating to offer feedback makes us hyper-aware of the details, deepens our understanding, and accelerates our growth.
This applies everywhere—whether you're learning a language, a dance, a trade, or a skill.
Can YOU switch from student to mentor?
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Tue, 11 Jun 2024 - 10min - 55 - E54 Are You Willing To Walk Away?
Do you ever find yourself saying, 'I don't deserve this,' yet continuing to choose that very situation?
It's a common paradox—we believe we deserve better, but we don't take steps to change our circumstances. Whether it's a toxic relationship, a disrespectful job, or a community that doesn't value us, we often stay due to dependencies or fear of loss.
Understanding our dependencies, making conscious choices, and having the courage to change or walk away opens the door to living a more fulfilling life.
Life has its ups and downs, but your worth isn't determined by others and it’s up to you to demand the respect you deserve.
What's holding YOU back?
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Live Chat #6 How To Improve Your Connection ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/mvnCwHUgaI0?si=PJoMWC-JTdrVk_jW
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Tue, 04 Jun 2024 - 07min - 54 - E53 How To Extend Your Confidence to New Pursuits
Have you ever found yourself hesitating to step out of your comfort zone as you've gotten older?
It's natural to feel more secure in what we know and are familiar with, but could this fear be holding us back from new experiences and personal growth?
Mindset that can either hold us back or push us forward. With a mindset of curiosity and a willingness to embrace challenges, we can expand our comfort zones and unlock personal fulfillment.
Transfer your existing skills, knowledge, and experiences to new areas, rather than fear, self-doubt and judgment. Focus on how you overcame past obstacles and let that fuel your confidence as you embrace fresh opportunities.
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Live Chat #38 Leaving Your Comfort Zone vs Extending It ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/N1h11JHWNsI?si=i1pi8qe93_RwTL70
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Tue, 28 May 2024 - 10min - 53 - E52 Transfer Your Skills & Accelerate Your Growth
Have you ever found yourself hesitating to try something new? Perhaps it seemed too daunting, too unfamiliar, or just way outside your comfort zone?
We've all been there, feeling like beginners in new areas. Instead of reinventing the wheel and approaching it as a total beginner, try finding parallels to areas where you already thrive.
Every new experience is an opportunity to leverage and transfer what we've learned in the past to the present.
By making these connections, embracing the parallels, and leveraging your past experiences, the unfamiliar becomes less daunting.
The next time you face a new challenge, ask yourself: What strengths and experiences can I leverage to shortcut my progress? How can I stand on the shoulders of my past accomplishments to accelerate my growth?
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Live Chat #38 Leaving Your Comfort Zone vs ExpandingIt ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/N1h11JHWNsI?si=i1pi8qe93_RwTL70
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Tue, 21 May 2024 - 11min - 52 - E51 How To Find Freedom In Rejection
Have you ever felt trapped by a "yes" you shouldn't have given?
Saying 'yes' only when we can truly commit, and having the courage to say 'no' when we can't, leads to genuine freedom.
Saying an honest “no” can free you from being stuck in an unfulfilling situation.
But first we must know our limits and feel comfortable reframing rejection as an opportunity.
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Live Chat #9 Dealing With Judgment ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/T1O6oLn45Hk?si=SPiqmLTO0G23SFQn
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Tue, 14 May 2024 - 05min - 51 - E50 Are You Risking Your Dreams For Approval?
Why do we hesitate to chase our dreams, to voice our thoughts, or to express our creativity freely? The fear of failure? The worry of disapproval?
In pursuing our passions, we face a myriad of risks and pushback from various directions. The fear of failure, insecurities, lack of support from close circles, societal norms – all can make us hesitant to take that leap.
In becoming who we truly want to be, we have to be willing to confront these challenges, evaluate our relationships, and be mindful of the influences around us.
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Live Chat #10 Pushing Through Pushback ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/OH-Nh2z7abI?si=ukN7L41EUR97GV_o
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Tue, 07 May 2024 - 07min - 50 - E49 Refueling Your Passion & Inspiring Your Students
Have you ever felt uninspired or frustrated teaching/leading others?
As educators, leaders, or mentors, it's easy to become disheartened when tangible results don't materialize. Perhaps it's time to rethink our expectations.
Progress comes in myriad forms. Just because a student doesn't grasp a concept immediately doesn't mean they're not learning. They may be absorbing lessons in happiness, resilience, confidence, or contentment – lessons equally valuable as the ones you’re directly trying to communicate.
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #2 where we discuss how to refine your methods, explore alternative approaches, and use the power of inquiry to engage your students and reignite your passion.
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Live Chat #2 Tips for Connection, Teaching & Communicating Discomfort ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/KDfIkf12PxY?si=dy-2uG2eDgDPr7lM
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Tue, 30 Apr 2024 - 08min - 49 - E48 Is “No” The End Or The Beginning?
Have you ever experienced rejection and turned it into an opportunity?
Whether in business, relationships, or dance, shifting your mindset can help you turn challenges into chances to grow and connect. When you can reframe rejection, you create opportunities to refine your request, adapt your approach, and increase the chances of turning a ‘no’ into a ‘yes.’
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #3 where we explore how a 'no' can be the start of a negotiation, not the end.
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Live Chat #3 Dealing With Obstacles To Expression ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/2LP_mZSxZSU?si=PobhsB6nZqrSduUM
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Tue, 23 Apr 2024 - 06min - 48 - E47 What Qualities Create A Healthy Friendship?
What qualities make your friendships and interactions meaningful?
Is it the shared experiences, the mutual understanding, or something deeper?
As we navigate through life, our perspectives on friendship and meaningful interactions evolve. The key to having either requires being fully present in the moment and open communication.
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #2 where we discuss the qualities required to make every moment with another person feel fulfilling.
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Live Chat #2 Tips for Connection, Teaching & Communicating Discomfort ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/KDfIkf12PxY?si=dy-2uG2eDgDPr7lM
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Tue, 16 Apr 2024 - 10min - 47 - E46 What’s Your Role In Creating A Safe Space?
What’s your role in creating a safe space?
Society is ever-changing and navigating these changes while maintaining a safe environment for everyone involved can be challenging.
There’s an onus on both leaders AND members to do their part. To do so, there’s a need for flexibility, accountability, and the willingness to make tough choices - even when it means walking away from a situation that doesn't align with your values.
However, upholding our values, and setting standards & boundaries, often involves deep reflection, uncomfortable conversations, accepting risks, and making sacrifices.
Being willing to take these steps is the only way to make progress, challenge the norms, open the conversation, and effect the change necessary to create create safer, more inclusive and resilient communities.
How willing are YOU to reflect, take risks, and make sacrifices for your values and for the betterment of YOUR communities?
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Live Chat #36 Creating a Safe Space: Challenges & Solutions ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/q-evP3rNcWA?si=DVEFlf-j5xqmuhyT
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Tue, 09 Apr 2024 - 09min - 46 - E45 Are You Willing to Sacrifice for Your Values?
Are you willing to take on the risks of creating a safe space?
We often overlook the challenges and repercussions that come with upholding our values, establishing boundaries, enforcing consequences, and creating the safe spaces we desire.
Creating safe spaces requires resilience in the face of repercussions and truly committing to our principles.
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Live Chat #36 Creating a Safe Space: Challenges & Solutions ▶️https://www.youtube.com/live/q-evP3rNcWA?si=DVEFlf-j5xqmuhyT
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Tue, 02 Apr 2024 - 11min - 45 - E44 What’s In The Fine Print? #BusinessWithFriends
Have you ever experienced a situation where business dealings strained a friendship?
In today’s episode we're delving into a tough experience I faced back in 2022: a business venture gone wrong.
The key takeaway from this experience? Accountability. It's easy to point fingers when things go south, but ultimately, we are responsible for our choices, informed or not.
Making informed decisions requires understanding the details of an agreement and understanding the motivations of the other party, especially when working with friends and family.
Ultimately, the greatest loss from a failed venture isn't just financial; it's the potential damage to relationships.
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Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #34 Lessons for Growth & Development. ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/L95TgkF9_AQ?si=_VYAH_4I1_ygKxCu
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Tue, 26 Mar 2024 - 13min - 44 - E43 Are You Too Controlling in Your Relationships?
Have you ever felt controlled or been too controlling in your relationships?
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #35 where we explore the pros and cons of asserting control and finding a healthy balance between control and flexibility.
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Live Chat #35 Control Freaks: A Blessing Or A Curse? ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/J4ZQ1eWSPxA?si=GfC3roKkvZL6iy8b
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Tue, 19 Mar 2024 - 12min - 43 - E42 Is Your Attempt At Self-Care Backfiring?
Have you ever isolated yourself when you craved connection most?
A friend of mine detached himself from loved ones while dealing with grief and loss. He thought focusing inward was wise self-care, without realizing how is self-isolation was destructive to his mental and emotional health.
I've disconnected during my own struggles, diminishing their importance. But no matter the hardship, letting others in is vital. Even if we need “me time,” it’s important to loop someone in. Explain that you're dealing with something and you may be quiet. They'll understand and can at least check in on you.
You never know when life's challenges may overtake you mentally or emotionally. Pushing away people who care, who could lend an ear or shoulder may leave you feeling unable to cope and abandoned, when in reality others are there for you.
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Live Chat #34 Lessons for Growth & Development ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/L95TgkF9_AQ?si=_VYAH_4I1_ygKxCu
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Tue, 12 Mar 2024 - 11min - 42 - E41 Are You A Giver Or A Taker?
What's your contribution to the communities you belong to?
We often join teams and groups for what we can get out of them. But how much do we think about what we're giving back? Whether it’s volunteering your time or providing feedback, our participation helps sustain and strengthen these communities.
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #34 where we discuss simple ways to engage with and contribute to our communities.
When we all contribute, we all benefit!
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Live Chat #34 Lessons for Growth & Development ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/L95TgkF9_AQ?si=_VYAH_4I1_ygKxCu
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Tue, 05 Mar 2024 - 07min - 41 - E40 How One Relationship Can Improve The Rest
When you think about your closest relationships, what empowers them and makes them last?
What are the specific actions, communication styles, and positive qualities present in those relationships and could they be transferred elsewhere?
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #31 where we discuss how taking time to understand why our healthy relationships work can help improve other areas of our lives and other relationships in our lives.
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Live Chat #31 Why It’s Important To Ask Why ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/yGm1hujA9-Y?si=Ey5alZXeS6WA2E1W
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Tue, 27 Feb 2024 - 08min - 40 - E39 Do You Dwell On Drama?
Why do negative emotions hit harder than positive ones?
Negative emotions often feel more intense because they lack resolution. When something good happens, we feel content and move on. But when something upsets us, it can fester without closure.
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #28 where we discuss how do to process these feelings in a balanced way.
The first step is putting things into context by appreciating the many positive moments and not just being hyper-focused on the negative. The second step is communicating what's working well, not just discussing problems.
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Live Chat #28 The Benefits of Amplifying Your Positive Voice ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/TqpY-Wd0Lfg?feature=share
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Tue, 20 Feb 2024 - 08min - 39 - E38 Effective Conflict Resolution: 6 Things to Consider
When was the last time you had an awkward or tense conversation that didn't go as well as you hoped?
In the world of communication, navigating difficult discussions can be like walking a tightrope. Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #18 where we delve deeper into this topic and discuss five key barriers and one important game-changer to finding solutions.
I hope this episode provides a fresh perspective before diving into discussions so you can be an more effective communicator, foster understanding, and steer clear of blame games.
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Live Chat #18 Tips for Effective Communication ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/n7kwLj39Q6Y?si=z7Dlo-YXf72I9Rz4
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Tue, 13 Feb 2024 - 08min - 38 - E37 Do Your Words & Definitions Matter?
Have you ever thought about how imposing old standards could be impacting your present connections?
Actions speak louder than words, but our words & definitions also matter.
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #22 where we discuss the importance of being mindful of the consequences and impact of the words we say to other people and to ourselves. Equally important are the definitions we use, understanding their origins, and knowing when to let go and start redefining what’s important to us.
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Live Chat #22 2022 Reflections & Lessons for Growth ▶️ https://youtube.com/live/OM7WnFPGOUo?feature=share
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Tue, 06 Feb 2024 - 08min - 37 - E36 You Are Capable & You Have Proof
Do you ever get bogged down thinking you can't push through tough situations?
We’re all faced with challenges throughout life but a simple and accurate reflection of our past would provide us with the proof that we can and will overcome them. It depends on what we choose to focus: past setbacks and failures or past wins and successes.
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #22 where we discover how to accurately assess our past, check our negative thoughts, and reframe weaknesses and discomfort as opportunities for self-growth.
You've made it through hardships before and will again! Through the process of reflection, you might surprise yourself with what you have achieved and can achieve.
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Live Chat #22 2022 Reflections & Lessons for Growth ▶️ https://youtube.com/live/OM7WnFPGOUo?feature=share
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Tue, 30 Jan 2024 - 06min - 36 - E35 Take Agency & Enjoy Your Choices
How often do you find yourself in unfulfilling situations? How could you reframe your mindset in those situations?
What if you approached life choices like a dance partner? Say a graceful "no thanks" if it doesn’t vibe. But if you say YES, commit to enjoying the hell out of it!
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #22 where we deep dive into this outlook and how it can transform how you show up to work, play, and your relationships.
Stop merely tolerating choices and start claiming your time by living with intention and improvisation.
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Live Chat #22 2022 Reflections & Lessons for Growth ▶️ https://youtube.com/live/OM7WnFPGOUo?feature=share
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Tue, 23 Jan 2024 - 06min - 35 - E34 How To Reframe Your Negative Beliefs
Have you ever considered the impact of your beliefs on how you show up everyday?
The words we tell ourselves shape our reality.
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #22 where we unpack how changing our self-talk from negative to uplifting can transform how we deal with struggles and relate to others.
It’s important to recognize the baggage we all carry, have compassion for ourselves, and understand why absolutes like "never" and "always" limit rather than liberate us. This episode looks at practical ways we can reframe our mindset and beliefs.
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Live Chat #22 2022 Reflections & Lessons for Growth ▶️ https://youtube.com/live/OM7WnFPGOUo?feature=share
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Tue, 16 Jan 2024 - 08min - 34 - E33 The Importance of Giving & Receiving Feedback
Have you ever thought about how you give and receive feedback and how it impacts your personal growth?
Not all feedback has equal value but feedback in general is absolutely essential to personal growth. Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #25 where we explore 4 different types of feedback, and how to give and receive meaningful feedback through the lens of parenting and nutrition.
Developing this skill is the key to building positive relationships and nourish our growth and development as individual, partners, friends, co-workers, and more.
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Live Chat #25 Why We Should Care About Feedback ▶️ https://youtube.com/live/jvk0-X7dhis?feature=share
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Tue, 09 Jan 2024 - 11min - 33 - E32 What is a “Perfect Heart”?
How do you define beauty and perfection in the context of love and romantic relationships?
In today’s episode we'll be exploring a touching poem and a heartfelt conversation I had about love and resilience.
This beautiful poem, 'A Perfect Heart,' reminds us that love isn't about pristine perfection; it's also about scars, tears, and the beauty of giving and receiving love. It's a reminder to cherish the love we give, even when it's not returned, and to continue taking chances in love, life, friendships, and beyond, despite rejection.
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Tue, 02 Jan 2024 - 09min - 32 - E31 How To Build Your Resilience Through Fitness
Have you ever considered how your fitness regimen, or lack thereof, impacts your ability to tackle life’s challenges?
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #22 where we explore the often overlooked aspects of health, fitness, and mental peace. Juggling life's demands poses numerous challenges to maintaining fitness routines, leading us to create various excuses for neglecting our well-being.
Consistent exercise, meditation, and personal time isn't just transformative for our bodies; it cultivates a sense of achievement and fortifies our resilience. Through physical challenges, we strengthen our ability to navigate life's inevitable obstacles with greater strength.
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Live Chat #22 Reflections & Lessons for Growth ▶️ https://youtube.com/live/OM7WnFPGOUo?feature=share Want to kick start your fitness routine? Join my QFit program: learn.magnagopal.com
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Tue, 26 Dec 2023 - 06min - 31 - E30 How Consistent Are Your Words & Actions?
Is your integrity unwavering and consistent?
We often define ourselves in one light, but do these definitions align consistently across all areas of our lives? Does our integrity stay unwavering in different scenarios and with different people?
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #22 where we dive into the importance of consistent behavior, personal integrity, and the role it plays in building and sustaining strong and healthy relationships. Integrity matters, and so does the way we consistently show up and communicate.
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Live Chat #22 Reflections & Lessons for Growth ▶️ https://youtube.com/live/OM7WnFPGOUo?feature=share
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Tue, 19 Dec 2023 - 06min - 30 - E29 A Blueprint For Breakups
Have you ever struggled with a breakup? Prolonging a breakup beyond its expiration date? Having an ugly breakup due to lots of arguments and disrespectful behaviors?
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #20 where we discuss how to end a relationship with respect.
No relationship is without its challenges, but when you can openly and honestly discuss thinks and work through the issues together, the end result, no matter what it is, is worth celebrating.
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Live Chat #20 Dating In The Dance Scene | Pros & Cons, Do’s & Don’ts ▶️ https://youtu.be/-rcIPbXB3sk
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Tue, 12 Dec 2023 - 13min - 29 - E28 Self-Worth vs Entitlement: Where do you stand?
How do you negotiate & communicate your value and self-worth?
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #17 where we dive into into the crucial aspect of valuing oneself without judgment or criticism, and understanding that as we evolve, our worth and contributions also change.
From declining offers that don't align with our worth to assessing consequences, this episode explores how every decision impacts our lives, relationships, and sense of fulfillment.
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Live Chat #17 Asking For Too Much or Asking The Wrong Person? ▶️ https://youtu.be/BZdwUT2ibvU
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Tue, 05 Dec 2023 - 07min - 28 - E27 What’s The Secret To Effective Learning?
Have you ever been hesitant to ask questions in a learning environment? How do you think that has impacted your understanding & growth?
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #27 where we discuss the importance of timely questions and the beneficial ripple effects on the quality of instruction and understanding, not just for ourselves, but for everyone else present.
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Live Chat #27 How To Enhance Your Own Learning Experience ▶️ https://youtube.com/live/4RdDnkAmozU
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Tue, 28 Nov 2023 - 08min - 27 - E26 How to Avoid Misunderstandings
Have you ever felt misunderstood?
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #26 where we explore the importance of taking responsibility for how we communicate. Whether you're a dancer mastering your moves or navigating relationships, understanding and defining important terms is crucial. By creating a safe space for asking questions, managing emotions, and embracing repetition, we can enhance the clarity of our communication and arrive at a mutual understanding.
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Live Chat #26 Why It’s Important To Define Our Words ▶️ https://youtube.com/live/W4HTcT2MqWc?feature=share
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Tue, 21 Nov 2023 - 09min - 26 - E25 How Are Your Definitions Impacting You?
Have you considered the impact of your definitions or lack of definitions?
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #26, where we discuss the importance of reflection, clarity and communication when it comes to defining important terms in our lives.
Defining terms is essential to improving communication, fostering trust and understanding, eliminating ambiguity, highlighting assumptions, and avoiding wasting time and resources.
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Live Chat #26 Why It’s Important to Define Our Words ▶️ https://youtube.com/live/W4HTcT2MqWc?feature=share
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Tue, 14 Nov 2023 - 11min - 25 - E24 How To Handle Imposter Syndrome - Guests: Carolina & Cotiso
Have you ever felt like an imposter? I think we all have, at some point or another.
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #32 with my guests, Carolina Capitan & Cotiso Bogdan Nistorica, where we discuss our experience with imposter syndrome and how we use comparisons to our benefit.
Comparing ourselves to others can be toxic especially when it’s from a place of judgment or diminishing yourself. The only person you should be comparing yourself to is yourself – and you’re getting better and better every single day.
Comparison is unavoidable, but how we react to it is what matters and you can always use positive and negative comparisons to your advantage instead of letting them impede your growth and performance.
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Live Chat #32 Special Edition Transilvania Salsa Fest with Carolina & Cotiso ▶️ https://youtube.com/live/bFYLEXnpNQU?feature=share
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Tue, 07 Nov 2023 - 08min - 24 - E23 What’s Your Capacity For A Relationship
Balancing busy lives with relationship needs takes thoughtfulness.
Most challenges in relationships arise from a lack of understanding and communication of capacity, availability, and basic requirements.
Sometimes we’re the ones asking for more than we’re receiving and other times the tables are reversed.
In order to have healthy, mutually fulfilling and nurturing relationships, we need to be honest about not only what we want, but what we have the time and energy for.
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Tue, 31 Oct 2023 - 10min - 23 - E22 How To Build Rapport & Healthy Relationships
Have you ever wondered what qualities make your friendships and relationships last as long as they do?
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #31 where we discuss how self-development and understanding yourself is key to building meaningful connections with others. By reflecting on why your closest friendships work, you can identify the positive qualities like respect, support, and communication and how they contribute to creating healthy bonds. Understanding and applying these to other relationships, even at work or with strangers, can help you build even more fulfilling and meaningful relationships.
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Live Chat #31 Why It’s Important To Ask “Why?” ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/yGm1hujA9-Y?si=Ey5alZXeS6WA2E1W
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Tue, 24 Oct 2023 - 08min - 22 - E21 Asking the Right Questions for Growth
Are you asking the right questions to unlock the full potential of your life’s journey?
Life is full of a variety of experiences, and while challenges undoubtedly offer valuable lessons, it's crucial to recognize that the majority of our time is spent in moments of contentment.
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #31 where we discuss the importance of asking questions in those quieter phases in our lives. When we embrace each moment with curiosity and reflection, we find the path to continuous growth because opportunities for self-discovery, learning, and personal development are present in every single moment and experience, good and bad.
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Live Chat #31 Why It’s Important To Ask Why ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/yGm1hujA9-Y?si=Ey5alZXeS6WA2E1W
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Tue, 17 Oct 2023 - 07min - 21 - E20 The Art of Letting Go: Relationships & Expiration Dates
When is it time to toss the spoiled milk?
Like milk, relationships naturally expire. But how do you know when one has soured?
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Ask Magna Live Chat #16 where we explore the signs a meaningful connection has curdled into something unhealthy, how to check your emotional "fridge," and how to identify when it's time to discard rotten relationships so you can make room for new nourishing ones.
With awareness and courage, we can let go and grow.
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Live Chat #16 Relationships & Expiration Dates ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/MsjMufd_S7Q?si=cCeulaqRNArkvQTM
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Tue, 10 Oct 2023 - 14min - 20 - E19 How To Deliver Impactful Presentations
Have you ever wanted to be a more impactful speaker? Not sure what to focus on to create an engaging presentation?
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #30 - How to Use Contrast to Captivate where we dive into the challenges of presenting ideas, formally or informally, and explore strategies to captivate your audience effectively.
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Live Chat #30 How to Use Contrast to Captivate ▶️ https://youtube.com/live/X-eFaEuxGa8?feature=share
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Tue, 03 Oct 2023 - 11min - 19 - E18 5 Guiding Principles to Reach Your Potential
Have you ever thought about the principles that guide your life? What are they and what steps do you take to make sure you are applying them consistently in all areas of your life?
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #7 on Communication & Expression outlining the 5 guiding principles of my life and my MPowered Coaching Program. Approaching and interacting with life with a solid set of principles is the key to fulfilment and reaching our potential.
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Live Chat #7 Communication & Expression ▶️ https://youtu.be/-adieojW4LY
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Tue, 26 Sep 2023 - 06min - 18 - E17 How Well Do You Know Yourself?
When was the last time you truly reflected on your strengths, weaknesses, triggers, skills, priorities, boundaries, and potential?
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #24 - How To Live Your Life With Integrity. In this episode we delve into the importance of self-awareness and relational awareness in our lives and how understanding ourselves, our triggers, and our boundaries can lead to personal growth and better connections with others.
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Tue, 19 Sep 2023 - 07min - 17 - E16 How does our style of leadership evolve?
The majority of us can say that we’ve changed and grown as individuals and leaders in life, but how often have we stopped to reflect on why we’ve changed the way we have?
Today’s episode is from a speech I delivered for Toastmasters on leadership styles. I knew my style had changed over the years, but it wasn’t until I reflected on those specific moments in my life that I truly understood how and why those changes happened.
Change IS the only constant. However, it's not enough to simply acknowledge that change has occurred but take the time to actively reflect on the reasons for it.
It’s only through self-reflection that we can fully learn from our past and better understand our capacity to effectively adapt to new circumstances.
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Tue, 12 Sep 2023 - 08min - 16 - E15 How To Reconnect With Your Inner Voice
Compared to your younger self, do you find yourself to be more or less expressive? More or less curious?
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #9, Dealing with Judgment from Friends Family & Much More, where we discuss how external pressures and demands can stifle our inner voice and how we combat that through reflection. My goal for us is to reconnect with that child-like curiosity and fearlessness within all of us, so that we can live and express ourselves confidently and authentically.
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Live Chat #9 Dealing with Judgment from Friends, Family & Much More ▶️ https://youtu.be/T1O6oLn45Hk
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Tue, 05 Sep 2023 - 06min - 15 - E14 Appreciation & Why The Quality Of Your Engagement Matters
Have you ever thought about when, why and how you show appreciation? Are you aware of the impact of your engagement or lack thereof?
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #28, The Benefits of Amplifying Your Positive Voice, where we discuss why it’s important to amplify our positive voice, through gratitude and appreciation, not only for the person on the receiving end, but also in encouraging, supporting, and getting more of what we want and enjoy.
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Live Chat #28 The Benefits of Amplifying Your Positive Voice ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/live/TqpY-Wd0Lfg?feature=share
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Tue, 29 Aug 2023 - 08min - 14 - E13 How to Overcome a Fear of Judgment & Express Yourself
Have you ever wanted to express yourself but didn’t do so out of a fear of judgment?
There are many areas of our lives where the fear of judgment can hold us back from expressing ourselves authentically, connecting with other people, getting creative and reaching our potential. Today’s episode refers primarily to my experience within the dance community but it can easily apply to any other pursuit.
As you listen think about your life and how your fear of judgment might be holding you back. How are you confronting it? And do you still remember your why?
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Tue, 22 Aug 2023 - 09min - 13 - E12 Forgiveness: Are You Still Living In The Past?
Have you ever found it difficult to forgive someone?
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat 15 on Forgiveness & Ownership. Our past experiences and more importantly, the emotions attached to those experiences, can often interfere with our ability to acknowledge change and growth in the present moment. Our attachment to the past often clouds our view and impedes our ability to live and benefit from the present. As you listen to this episode, think about the relationships that feel stuck in your life. With which lens are you viewing that relationship? Might it be worth revisiting?
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Live Chat 15 - Forgiveness & Ownership ▶️ https://youtu.be/wRkBbPB7HPE
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Tue, 15 Aug 2023 - 08min - 12 - E11 How to Overcome Self-Defeating Comparisons
Have you ever felt discouraged or unmotivated to continue?
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #13 Is What You’re Chasing Worth It? We discuss the impact of comparisons, with others and ourselves, the importance of pinpointing the source of our discouragement, and the importance of reflecting on what we’re actually trying to achieve to overcome self-defeating beliefs.
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Live Chat #13 Is What You’re Chasing Worth It? ▶️ https://youtu.be/-adieojW4LY
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Tue, 08 Aug 2023 - 06min - 11 - E10 How Addictions Impact Our Relationships
There are many types of addictions that we know of, observe, or that we have engaged in ourselves, that can have a huge impact on our relationships.
Most of the time we think about substance abuse but it could even be an activity like dance, which most people would consider harmless.
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #18 Tips for Effective Communication. In this episode I talk about the impact of an addiction on other areas of our lives and other people in our lives and how understanding, increasing awareness of, and addressing the addiction is essential for restoring and strengthening our relationships.
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Live Chat 18 Tips for Effective Communication ▶️ https://youtu.be/n7kwLj39Q6Y
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Tue, 01 Aug 2023 - 07min - 10 - E9 Are you asking for too much? #KnowingYourWorth
Have you ever felt like you were asking too much?
We've all been in situations where we felt hesitant to demand what we truly need and deserve, be it in our professional lives, personal relationships, or friendships.
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #17, Asking for Too Much or Asking the Wrong Person, where we discuss the importance of setting boundaries, clarifying our needs and wants, and not settling for less than what we deserve. I’ve had to grapple with this feeling numerous times in my career as a dance professional and also in my personal life and relationships. I hope today’s episode helps you understand, appreciate, and advocate for YOUR worth.
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Tue, 25 Jul 2023 - 12min - 9 - E8 How To Communicate Effectively (Relay Race Analogy)
Have you ever wondered why your style of communication works great with some but is completely ineffective with others?
Today’s episode is from a speech I delivered on the similarities of effective communication and relay races and how success at both requires you to perform at your best, adapt to your environment, and reframe your relationships.
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Tue, 18 Jul 2023 - 07min - 8 - E7 Committing to Your Yes | 100% Dedication to Every Interaction
Have you ever felt disappointed by the way other people show up to something they said yes to? I sure have.
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #17 Asking for Too Much or Asking the Wrong Person where we discussed the difference between just showing up, our presence, and how we show, the quality of our presence. We often have expectations and sometimes complaints about others, but we don’t take the time to reflect upon the quality of our own presence with our commitments. If we say “yes,” we need to understand what that means and what’s expected of us. Finding that clarity is the first step. The second step is reflecting on whether or not we can deliver. The third step is open and honest communication. Today’s episode goes into all of this in more detail.
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Tue, 11 Jul 2023 - 08min - 7 - E6 Overcoming Your Fear of Rejection | #mindsettips
Accepting rejection is a necessary part of life in dance, relationships, and the pursuit of any goal.
Asking someone for something doesn’t always mean you’ll get a yes. Since we always have something to ask for, we all face the possibility of rejection.
The more comfortable we get with receiving it gracefully and delivering it gently, the more likely we are to reach our goals and have healthy relationships along the way.
Today’s episode is focused on dance but you can replace dance with a date, an activity, a job interview, or any other thing, and still benefit from the advice and suggestions you hear today.
LINKS: ▶️ Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/FfV9X3FJJCc
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Tue, 04 Jul 2023 - 09min - 6 - E5 How To Ask, Practice & Get Creative | Dance Tips for Beginners
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #27, How to Enhance Your Own Learning Experience. I received 3 questions in particular that are incredibly important in our development as dancers, especially as beginner dancers. The first addresses the question of timing your dance requests. The second relates to the best approach to applying what you learn in the classroom. And the last question is about how to get creative with what you know.
LINKS: Live Chat #27: How To Enhance Your Own Learning Experience ▶️ https://youtube.com/live/4RdDnkAmozU
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Tue, 27 Jun 2023 - 07min - 5 - E4 Stepping Into Humility & Learning From Each Other | #growthmindset
❓Have you ever considered how you approach your learning and growth? Specifically, have you thought about how your ego might be hindering your progress?
In this episode, I share an excerpt from Live Chat #27: How to Enhance Your Own Learning Experience. I talk about my experience learning from one of my peers in the dance industry, Franklin Diaz, and how the best way to approach learning is by staying curious and humble in every learning environment. Every moment presents an opportunity for growth, but even the best teachers cannot overcome a closed mind.
If you want to watch the entire discussion, click on the link in the description.
LINKS: Live Chat #27: How to Enhance Your Own Learning Experience ▶️ https://youtube.com/live/4RdDnkAmozU
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Tue, 20 Jun 2023 - 10min - 4 - E3 How to handle stage fright & calm your nerves | #performancetips
Have you ever felt nervous before going on stage, either to speak publicly or for a dance performance?
Today’s episode is a response to a question I received from one of my students about how to calm your nerves before a big performance. The main tool that I use is breath control. Have a listen and let me know if it works for you. If you have other methods, feel free to share them in the comments.
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Tue, 13 Jun 2023 - 06min - 3 - E2 Managing expectations when meeting new people | #relationships
Have you ever wondered why some relationships, no matter how much interest you show, or how much effort you put in, don’t work out?
Today’s episode is an excerpt from my Monthly Live Chat, #16 on Relationships & Expiration dates and discusses the importance of identifying different commitment styles and managing your expectations accordingly.
▶️Live Chat #16: Relationships & Expiration Dates
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Tue, 06 Jun 2023 - 07min - 2 - E1 The Assembly Line of Commitments | #integrity
Have you ever thought about how important your “yes” really is?
Today’s episode is an excerpt from Live Chat #24 on the topic of Choice, Commitment & Integrity. We discussed how our “yeses” are like parts of an assembly line and how a failure to follow through often has a negative impact on the outcome and usually the relationship also.
▶️Live Chat #24: Choice, Commitment & Integrity
https://www.youtube.com/live/pW3xJJc6PIU
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Tue, 30 May 2023 - 07min - 1 - Welcome to the Mpowered with Magna Podcast!
Welcome to the very first episode of Mpowered with Magna!
I’m excited to embark on this journey with all of you and can’t wait to share all of the knowledge, experience and tips I’ve gained through my careers as a public speaker, motivational coach and dance instructor.
I’m looking forward to helping you Think, Feel & Be Mpowered!
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Thu, 25 May 2023 - 03min
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