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The Other Side of Potential
Over time, the conversations we choose to have begin to reflect what matters most.
If you’ve been part of this podcast, you’ve heard me speak about human development, systems thinking, and the ways we make meaning of our lives and work. That work continues—and remains at the core of my coaching and professional practice.
What has changed is the space where I am choosing to have a different kind of conversation.
After the death of my son, Michael, I felt called to create a more personal place—one that speaks directly to the experience of loss, and to the questions that emerge when life no longer looks the way it once did.
That space is now Beyond the Loss.
This podcast is for parents who have lost a child, and for those who support them. It is not about fixing grief or finding closure, but about understanding how we continue to live, to make meaning, and to become—after loss.
If you are looking for my current podcast,
you will now find me there.
I invite you to join me on Beyond the Loss.
You are welcome.
The Other Side of Potential
Episode 330: Hope vs. Surrender: Knowing When to Hold On and When to Let Go
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In this thought-provoking solo episode, Dr. Sharon Spano explores the distinction between hope and surrender—two concepts often seen as opposites but deeply intertwined. She reflects on personal experiences, including her journey with her late son, to discuss when to persist with hope and when to embrace surrender. This episode provides insight into recognizing patterns in our lives, making balanced decisions, and understanding how these concepts can impact relationships, careers, and personal growth.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
- The true meaning of hope and how it fuels persistence
- How to recognize when hope becomes unrealistic or unhelpful
- Understanding surrender as an active, conscious choice rather than giving up
- The role of hope and surrender in relationships, careers, and leadership
- How to balance both concepts for personal and professional growth
- Practical strategies for making decisions when facing difficult life circumstances
Transcript: Here
Sharon Spano:
Website: sharonspano.com
Facebook: facebook.com/SharonSpanoPHD
Instagram: instagram.com/drsharonspano/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sharonspano/
Book: thetimemoneybook.com
Contact: sharon@sharonspano.com
Substack: substack.com/@drsharon
The Other Side of Potential Podcast: sharonspano.com/podcast/