People of Purpose Podcast 117: Lead with Heart: Healing, Connection & Growth in Divided Times | Tanur & Jamye

Keywords Inner Peace Foundation, empathy, connection, creativity, leadership, universal human essence, team dynamics, personal growth, self-actualization, divided environments, human metrics, psychological safety, forgiveness, workplace relationships, boundaries, organizational culture, empathy, leadership, connection, emotional intelligence   Summary   In this conversation, the speakers discuss the importance of empathy, connection, and creativity in overcoming divisions in society and organizations. They explore the founding of the Inner Peace Foundation, the role of personal experiences in shaping perspectives, and the necessity of fostering genuine connections in divided environments. The discussion emphasizes the need for cooperation over competition and the transformative power of storytelling and creativity in team dynamics. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the importance of human metrics in organizations, emphasizing the need for psychological safety, forgiveness, and boundaries to foster deeper connections. They discuss how organizations can evolve from a 'me' mindset to a 'we' mindset, highlighting the phases of awareness, recognition, investigation, and enactment. The conversation concludes with practical advice for leaders on how to cultivate authentic relationships and create a culture of empathy and connection.   Takeaways Flexibility is essential in life and work. Love is the core of effective parenting. Genuine connection can bridge divides. Helping others ultimately helps ourselves. Creativity can disrupt rigid thinking patterns. Storytelling fosters connection and vision. Empathy is crucial in professional environments. Recognizing our universal human essence is vital. Cooperation is more beneficial than competition. Self-reflection is key to personal growth. Relationships are the key to any business, both internally and externally. Psychological safety is a crucial metric that organizations should track. Forgiveness is a process of healing that benefits the forgiver. Boundaries create clarity around safety and enhance connection. Healthy boundaries are the foundation of sustainable relationships. Evolving your 'we' happens in distinct phases that require intentionality. Explanatory power allows for understanding and forgiveness in relationships. Daily practices of intentional connection can transform workplace dynamics. Organizations must be prepared to have challenging conversations about human metrics. Small acts of courage can create ripple effects that transform organizational culture. Titles Bridging Divides Through Empathy The Power of Connection in Leadership Creativity as a Catalyst for Change Transforming Teams with Storytelling The Inner Peace Foundation's Mission Navigating Personal Growth and Parenthood Fostering Genuine Relationships in Business Sound Bites "Flexibility is the spice of life." "You just need love, bro." "Time is a resource that is eventually running out." "We help others, we actually help ourselves." "We do a lot of blaming of ourselves." "Creativity disrupts those patterns." "You feel hurt, not angry." "Storytelling is part of visioning." "Relationships are the key to any business." "Psychological safety is a crucial metric." "Forgiveness is a process of healing." "Boundaries create clarity around safety." "Evolving your we happens in distinct phases." "Choose one relationship to approach with curiosity." "Explanatory power enriches your perspective." Chapters   00:00Technical Difficulties and Personal Updates 10:02The Birth of the Inner Peace Foundation 20:03Empathy and Connection in Divided Environments 29:46Creativity as a Superpower in Team Dynamics 34:41Exploring Human Metrics in Organizations 42:36The Role of Forgiveness in the Workplace 49:43Understanding Explanatory Power 53:58The Importance of Boundaries for Connection 01:01:30Evolving from Me to We 01:08:42Daily Practices for Heart-Centered Leadership   Connect with Tanur Badgley: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn   Connect with Jamye Chapman LinkedIn   Center for Heath Care Strategies