Flourishing Unfiltered: Tackling Loneliness, Self-Doubt, and Overwhelm in Business
Have you ever felt like an imposter, questioning your worth and fearing judgment if you seek help?
Do you experience the isolation of entrepreneurship, overwhelmed by the sheer amount of work and responsibility?
Are you a new coach or leader struggling to find clients while maintaining a facade of success?
Welcome to Flourishing Unfiltered: Tackling Loneliness, Self-Doubt, and Overwhelm in Business - THE podcast for high achievers who seek a professional life that feels as good as it looks and are tired of feeling like they’re the only ones struggling on their journey towards success.
Born out of countless conversations with new coaches, leaders, and entrepreneurs, Flourishing Unfiltered addresses these often overwhelming challenges. Hosted by Dr Maike Neuhaus, a psychologist specialising in self-leadership and positive psychology, and Kerrin Smith, a positive psychology coach and leadership consultant, our podcast is dedicated to those who aspire to realise their potential and live their purpose but face significant obstacles along the way.
Our mission is to normalise these struggles and provide a supportive space where professional growth is celebrated and vulnerabilities are shared. We believe that by diving into the seldom-discussed aspects of the journey—struggles, self-doubt, and vulnerability—we can create a community of understanding and empathy.
Each episode features an interview with a successful guest willing to share their raw, unfiltered experiences. Following each interview, we reflect on our guest's insights, offering additional perspectives and practical strategies. Our discussions aim to empower high achievers to embrace challenges as essential steps towards their true potential.
Our vision is a world full of business leaders who feel understood, validated, and empowered. Through raw, vulnerable, and honest conversations, Flourishing Unfiltered provides practical guidance and strategies to help you navigate your professional path and achieve a meaningful impact.
Join us for inspiring stories, valuable lessons, and a supportive community where your struggles are understood, and your growth is celebrated. Subscribe now to start your journey towards a fulfilling and significant professional life.
Flourishing Unfiltered: Tackling Loneliness, Self-Doubt, and Overwhelm in Business
Samantha Harden (tenured Professor) on Redefining Success
In today's episode of Flourishing Unfiltered, we speak with Samantha Harden!
Dr. Samantha Harden, a behavioural psychologist and yoga teacher working as a tenured professor at the Department of Human Nutrition, Foods, and Excercise at Virginia Tech University, shares her journey in academia and the importance of defining success on one's own terms.
She discusses the impact of feeling not good enough and the pressure to meet external expectations. She emphasises the need for social support, mindfulness, and movement as daily practices to promote well-being and combat burnout.
Samantha also questions the traditional metrics of success in academia and encourages a shift towards valuing subjective data and diverse research methods. She discusses her upcoming anthology on redefining success in academia and shares her personal journey of self-discovery and finding purpose.
She emphasises the importance of social connection, self-reflection, and having fun in our lives.
Samantha also talks about her passion for yoga and her plans to perhaps open a brick-and-mortar wellness space in the future. She encourages listeners to embrace their authentic voice and find joy in their journey.
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FIND OUT MORE about Samantha’s academic works here: https://www.hnfe.vt.edu/people/faculty/samantha-harden.html
Connect with Samantha Harden on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samantha-harden-133668235/
Follow Samantha on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sincerelysamma/
Listen to Samantha’s Podcast ‘Higher Vibrations in Higher Education’ here: https://sincerelysamma.podbean.com/
