The Miles to Zen Podcast with Shannon Miles Halliday
Journeying through curiosity, creativity & connection.
Welcome to Miles to Zen, a podcast that celebrates life's delightful twists and turns, no matter where you are on your journey. I'm your host, Shannon Miles Halliday, a follower of curiosity, a mom, a wife, a former corporate executive, a creator and a connector. This show is your companion for navigating the beautifully messy adventure of life. Each episode invites you into heartfelt, inspiring, and expansive conversations, diving into topics like self trust, big moments and big decisions, navigating day jobs and finding purpose, and how can we thrive. You’ll feel uplifted and even enlightened each week as we share stories, and insights that spark your own ideas as well as conversations that offer completely new perspectives.
The Miles to Zen Podcast with Shannon Miles Halliday
The Mindful Mayor: A Journey of Courage, Clarity and Community. A conversation with Mayor Hnatiw that might just shift your perspective
Welcome to the Miles Zen Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Alanna Hnatiw, Mayor of Sturgeon County, Alberta, for a thoughtful and wide-ranging conversation. I think this should be required listening for all mayors on how to lead and be the best human you can be.
From her early days as a small business owner in the oil and gas sector to her current role in public service, Mayor Hnatiw shares how personal growth, yoga, horses and a deep connection to community have shaped her leadership journey.
We explore the challenges of public office, the importance of staying grounded, and how she navigates criticism, fear, and imposter syndrome with grace. Whether you're curious about the human side of politics or simply looking for inspiration on living with intention, this episode offers some gems to apply in our own lives.
- 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
- 01:05 Mayor Hnatiw’s Background and Achievements
- 03:48 Life Wisdom and Personal Growth
- 06:13 Balancing Personal and Professional Life
- 09:25 Journey to Becoming Mayor
- 18:07 Yoga and Personal Fulfillment
- 24:10 Challenges in Public Office
- 26:47 Understanding Anger and Fear
- 27:27 Questioning Societal Norms
- 30:37 The Power of Perspective
- 35:05 Navigating Imposter Syndrome
- 38:47 The Journey into Hydrogen
- 44:59 Adapting and Evolving in Leadership
- 52:11 Final Reflections
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