"Truth and boundaries without grace and empathy is toxic... now that pendulum has sworn to the other side where it's grace and empathy without truth and boundaries as enablement."

-Dr. Greg Stewart

In this engaging episode of the Turmeric & Tequila Podcast, host Kristen Olson welcomes Dr. Greg Stewart, a counselor, coach, consultant, and author, to explore the intricacies of leadership and self-improvement. Greg shares his journey from being a pastor and counselor to an accomplished author and consultant, highlighting pivotal moments in his life that sparked transformative change. The conversation delves into emotional intelligence, self-worth, setting boundaries, and the importance of authenticity in leadership. Throughout the episode, Greg emphasizes the significance of walking into the storm of negative emotions to unlock resilience and strength. Whether you're seeking personal growth or professional development, this episode is packed with insightful takeaways for living a balanced, emotionally intelligent life. Tune in to learn how to gracefully disrupt your own narrative and lead with authenticity.

Time Stamps:

00:00 Return to Faith and Ministry Journey

04:39 "Career Evolution: Counseling to Consulting"

06:55 Chasing Happiness Through Unhealthy Means

12:27 Choosing Resilience Over Environment

15:13 Balancing Empathy and Boundaries

18:17 Balancing Life’s Diverse Goals

21:13 "Prioritizing Legacy and Values"

23:50 "The Elusive Simplicity of Stillness"

28:10 Understanding the Struggle to Let Go

32:42 Intentional Grieving for Healing

34:48 Teach What You've Mastered

37:13 Managing Emotional Triggers in Daily Life

41:10 Self-Worth and Boundaries Insights

44:40 Self-Validation and Personal Growth

47:09 Chasing Success vs. Contentment

50:09 "Embracing Our Shared Humanity"

54:08 Trademarking "Disruption": A Podcast Tease

Dr. Greg Stewart:

Dr. Greg Stewart is a full-time telehealth counselor, executive coach, and consultant. He has a BA in Organizational Leadership, a Master of Divinity, a MA in Counseling, and a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision. His dissertation was The Relationship of Emotional Intelligence to Job Satisfaction and Organizational Commitment. He is the author of I3: Unlock the Inner Strength Behind Your Negative Emotions.

Becoming More Counseling, Coaching, & Consulting: https://www.becomingmore.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authordrgregstewart

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.gregstewart/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/humanhacker

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