Welcome to the final day of our '7 Days of Sanity' series, aligned with election day. In this episode, Shawna reflects on the journey over the past week, emphasizing the importance of embodying the change we wish to see. After practicing values, setting boundaries, fostering commonality, engaging in deep listening, and self-care, today's focus is on leading by example.

Key Points:

1. Lead by Example: Today, we focus on modeling positive behavior. Think about what you want to embody post-election and how you can share that with others.

2. Diversity of Thought: Embrace and celebrate different perspectives as they fuel innovation and prevent groupthink.

3. Actions that Inspire: If you value education, find ways to contribute—whether through volunteering, supporting teachers, or attending PTA meetings. Live your values authentically.

4. Ripple Effect of Small Actions: Start with one behavior you want to model and practice it today. Remember Stephen Covey's advice: "Start with the end in mind." Whether it’s listening or curiosity, choose what will improve your environment, community, and relationships.

5. Final Sale Day: Today marks the last day of the sale for Shawna’s book Meet Me in the Middle. Resources to facilitate dialogues for teams and families are available to promote psychological safety and meaningful conversations.

Call to Action:

Reflect on how you can inspire and lead by living your values. Reach out to Shawna at shaunacordon.com for more support. Don’t miss the upcoming episode summarizing all seven lessons!

Connect:

Leave comments on YouTube or contact Shawna for any inquiries or feedback.

Closing:

Thank you for joining this week's series. Until next time, take good care.

👉 Link to the book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/e4jCJ1W

Today’s episode in our "7 Days of Sanity" series is about self-care during stressful times. Shawna Corden emphasizes that essential self-care practices like sleep, nutrition, and brief restorative breaks often get overlooked when chaos surrounds us. Remember: you can’t pour from an empty cup.

Key Takeaway: Schedule at least 15 minutes of self-care today—whether it’s a walk, deep breathing, or a favorite activity—and treat it as a vital appointment. Even a small pause can significantly improve your resilience and clarity.

Join us for the final episode tomorrow, and don’t forget to share your self-care tips in the comments!

Shawna’s book, on sale this week, offers deeper insights and practical discussion tips to foster psychological safety and effective communication. It is available on Audible and other platforms.

👉 Link to the book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/e4jCJ1W

Welcome to Day 5 of our special '7 Days of Sanity' series, where we navigate the emotional landscape of election season with practical strategies for maintaining peace and connection.

Today’s episode focuses on finding common ground to build bridges rather than walls. Building on yesterday’s lesson about deep listening, Shawna Corden discusses how to identify and emphasize shared values and interests, even in the most challenging conversations.

Highlights:

1. Connect on Shared Values: Identify common interests, such as family, community, or shared experiences, to create a foundation for conversation.

2. Approach with Intention: Seek to connect, not win. Express the value you place on the relationship.

3. Use Collaborative Language: To foster connection, use phrases like “I agree” or “I also find this important.”

Engage in one conversation where you consciously seek and build on shared values. Notice the shift this approach brings to the interaction.

Join us tomorrow for Day 6 as we continue our journey to stay grounded during this intense time. Until then, take care of yourself and those around you.

Shawna’s book, on sale this week, offers deeper insights and practical discussion tips to foster psychological safety and effective communication. It is available on Audible and other platforms.

👉 Link to the book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/e4jCJ1W