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Episode 88: Wendy Smith
Episode 88: Wendy Smith
Episode 88: Wendy Smith
Wednesday 26th April 2023
Wendy Smith shares how 'both/and thinking' helps balance life's demands in this episode of 'I Am Driven Podcast'.
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Get the buttons here!Wendy Smith on Mastering Life's Complexities with Both/And Thinking
Episode Overview
- Both/And Thinking encourages drawing connections in life instead of making binary choices
- Wendy offers journaling prompts to shift from either/or thinking to both/and thinking
- The episode explores the application of both/and thinking in personal and professional contexts
- Emotional practices are discussed to navigate competing demands with creativity and resilience
The first step is changing the question. What we know from research is that the way we frame our questions impacts the potential solutions that we come up with.
What if you didn't have to choose between your career and personal life, but could excel in both? In this episode of the 'I Am Driven Podcast', Wendy Smith, a professor at the University of Delaware and coauthor of 'Both/And Thinking: Embracing Creative Tensions to Solve Your Toughest Problems', joins Dr. Douglas Brackmann and Meg Terwilliger to explore this intriguing concept. Wendy dives into the idea that life doesn't have to be a series of binary choices.
Instead, she advocates for 'both/and thinking', a method that encourages finding connections rather than making sacrifices. The conversation is rich with practical advice, including journaling prompts and emotional exercises designed to help you shift from either/or to both/and thinking. This episode is particularly valuable for those who feel torn between competing demands in their personal and professional lives.
Whether you're an entrepreneur, a parent, or someone juggling multiple roles, Wendy's insights offer a refreshing perspective on how to manage life's complexities with creativity and resilience. Tune in to discover how embracing creative tensions can lead to a more balanced and fulfilling life.