{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"A LOT with Audra","title":"41. You Are Here","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/7e0d632e\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":850,"description":"\nAre you exactly where you want to be, or does life feel like a map with a big red “You Are Here” dot and no clear path forward? Let’s pause together, take stock of our current “here,” and explore how to move forward with curiosity, honesty, and a little more joy. Today, I’m sharing four practical steps to reflect on where you are, embrace your insecurities, and enjoy the ride, even when the road is messy. Plus, I’ll share a powerful research-backed mindset shift and a favorite piece of advice from my dad.\n\nHighlights\n\n\nThe power of acknowledging your current “here” without blame or victimhood\nFour steps to reflect on your life’s current season\nHow insecurities shape our self-perception (and what to do about them)\nA story about family, foreheads, and embracing what you can’t change\nThe surprising research on curiosity vs. positive self-talk for success\nWhy asking “Will I?” is more powerful than saying “I will”\nThe importance of enjoying the process, not just chasing goals\nA personal update: celebrating 15 years of marriage and entering a new decade\n\nChapters\n\n00:24 – The “You Are Here” map and life’s journey\n00:56 – Accepting your current place—pride, regret, and questions\n01:50 – Setting aside victim stories and owning your starting point\n02:47 – Four steps to reflect on where you are\n03:22 – Step 1: What’s good, what’s messy, what brings joy?\n04:43 – Step 2: Insecurities—stories from childhood and family\n07:17 – Step 3: Curiosity and the “Will I?” mindset (research highlight)\n09:51 – Step 4: Enjoying the ride and embracing the process\n12:08 – Final encouragement and closing thoughts\n\nResources Mentioned\n\n\nBeginner’s Pluck by Liz Bohannon\nhttps://www.lizbohannon.co/book\nKansas Leadership Center\nhttps://kansasleadershipcenter.org/\n\nWant to learn more?\nThe Thread\n\nBe sure to follow me @audradinell on Instagram and LinkedIn\n\nThis show is part of the ICT Podcast Network.\n\nDisclaimer: we may receive a small commission on any products purchased through the links used...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/ST1ihY6oM6j-9JRbJBusW58P2vlzKyibzbr46bLarLI/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9kMTAw/OWFmMDZmNzE3YzYy/OTM3ZmM5Y2NmYzRm/MTY5My5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}