When author and leadership facilitator Rosi Greenberg found herself overwhelmed by self-doubt, she did something unexpected: she gave her inner critic a name — Sam — and drew him into a whimsical, deeply personal book that blends creativity, vulnerability, and behavioral insight. In this episode, Rosi shares how visualizing and engaging with that critical voice helped her build emotional resilience and lead with more empathy. Together, we explore how naming your inner critic can reframe fear, unlock creative expression, and reshape how we show up for ourselves and others.

[0:00] Introduction and Speed Round with Rosi Greenberg

[8:22] The birth of Sam

[11:00] From depression to creative healing

[16:50] How self-soubt shows up in leadership

[24:08] Working with leaders on self-doubt

[35:35] Reframing the Inner Critic

[47:00] Letting go of “shoulds”

[50:28] Desert island music

[52:00] Grooving Session: framing, leadership, and self-talk

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Everyone Has a Sam by Rosi Greenberg

The Inner Critic on YouTube

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This is Me - Ke$ha

Psychologist Shige Oishi joins us to explore the three dimensions of a fulfilling life: happiness, meaning, and psychological richness. He shares insights from decades of research into subjective well-being and reveals how personality traits, life experiences, and cultural contexts shape what we consider a “good life.” From challenging the “happiness trap” to embracing life’s rich diversity, this conversation is a roadmap for deeper self-reflection and greater fulfillment.

[0:00] Intro and Speed Round with Shige Oishi

[10:28] The Happiness Trap

[18:38] Eudaimonic and Hedonic Approaches to Happiness

[27:30] The Correlation Between Psychological Richness and Personality

[35:00] Gratitude and Social Connection

[44:10] What Makes a Happy Society?

[48:00] Desert Island Music

[1:05:25] Grooving Session: How to Pursue a Fulfilling Life

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Life in Three Dimensions by Shigehiro Oishi

Happiness is Everything, or Is It?

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Charlie Parker - Honeysuckle Rose

Clifford Brown & Max Roach - Joy Spring

From candy at checkout to calm music and “limit 4” signs, grocery stores are packed with subtle nudges that influence your behavior. In this month's bonus groove, we uncover the psychological tricks behind supermarket design and how to shop more intentionally.

[0:00] Intro: The Psychology of Supermarkets

[3:54] Techniques to Make You Buy

[9:47] Checkout Lane Temptations

[11:34] How Music Influences What You Buy

[13:44] Free Samples!

[15:01] Final Takeaways and Practical Tips

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In-store Music Affects Product Choice

Priceless: The Myth of Fair Value by William Poundstone

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