This conversation explores the importance of intuition and the practice of listening to oneself. It emphasizes the role of silence in tuning into intuition and the significance of acting on intuitive nudges to build self-trust.

Key Takeaways

1. We’re all born intuitive; life experiences can dampen your inner knowing.
2. Intuition is easier to hear when you're being quiet.
3. Acting on intuitive nudges builds trust with yourself.
4. Intuition can feel like ease, softening, or release in the body.
5. Start small to learn your body’s “yes” and “no.”
6. Give yourself grace when a decision doesn’t work out — it’s part of learning.
7. Choose alignment over approval

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https://substack.com/@roxannehupp/posts

roxanne.empowerfromwithin@outlook.com

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Amanda@wheretheroadrunsout.com

The conversation explores the art of deep listening and its impact on building trust and connection. It delves into the benefits of intense listening ability, the development of listening skills through questions, and the creation of a safe environment for deep conversations. It provides some practical ways to start being a better listener right now.

Key Takeaways:

1. Listening is a skill that develops with practice.
2. Curiosity is the foundation of meaningful conversations.
3. Better questions lead to deeper, more authentic dialogue.
4. Not everyone opens up at the same pace — give space and patience.
5. Listening must be paired with action to build trust.
6. Listening to others begins with listening to yourself.

You can connect with Roxanne at:

https://substack.com/@roxannehupp/posts

roxanne.empowerfromwithin@outlook.com

You can always connect with me at:

https://wheretheroadrunsout.com/

Amanda@wheretheroadrunsout.com

In this episode, Amanda Hinkkanen introduces a calming meditation inspired by her experience of creating ice luminaries. The meditation guides listeners through a visualization of lighting candles along a wooded path, helping to quiet the mind and focus on grounding. The session emphasizes breathing and mindfulness, allowing participants to release swirling thoughts and find a sense of calm.

In this conversation, Amanda discusses the importance of embracing imperfection when starting new endeavors. She shares personal anecdotes about her travel planning and the pressure of perfectionism and her experience of starting a podcast. Amanda emphasizes the value of learning through doing and encourages creativity and exploration and highlights the benefits of trying new things.

Takeaways

• Everything doesn't need to be perfect to start.
• Flexibility allows for exploration.
• You will probably not be great at something when you first start
• Learning come from doing
• Embrace the messiness

In this conversation, Amanda Hinkkanen explores the concept of alignment in personal and professional contexts. She discusses the importance of making aligned decisions that resonate with one's values and goals, sharing her personal journey of discovering her own values and how they influence her decision-making process. The conversation emphasizes the need for self-reflection and understanding one's core values to navigate life's choices effectively.

Takeaways

• Alignment is only meaningful if you define what you're aligned TO
• Alignment evolves as your life evolves
• Everyone's value-mix is unique
• Alignment isn’t about getting it “right” — it’s about staying curious, reflective, and honest with yourself

In this podcast episode, Amanda Hinkkanen discusses her evolving approach to the New Year, emphasizing her preference for reflection over resolution-making. She shares her past experiences with New Year lists and how they've shifted over time. Amanda highlights the importance of reflecting on what worked well in the previous year and how to incorporate more of those positive experiences into the new year. She also talks about recommitting to healthy habits and engaging her family in the reflection process to enhance their collective experiences in the coming year.

Reflection Questions

• What things worked last year?
• What experiences filled up your cup?
• How can you do more of those things in the coming year?

In this conversation, Amanda Hinkkanen discusses the challenges of initiating change, particularly in the context of a home renovation project that has been long overdue. She shares her personal experience of procrastination and anxiety surrounding a home project, emphasizing the importance of taking small steps to alleviate stress and move forward. The discussion highlights the mental relief that comes from tackling daunting tasks and the significance of celebrating small victories along the way.

Jornal Prompts

1. What about change keeps you from taking that first step?
2. What sort of small steps could you take towards your "project"?
3. Imagine how it would feel to have done whatever it is that you're dreading
4. What's the worst possible outcome?
5. What's the best possible outcome?

This podcast episode introduces your host, Amanda Hinkkanen, and her four foundations of change. It also delves into personal experiences with life changes, adapting to change, and the nature of change in human existence.

Please share this podcast with family and friends who may also want to become better at change.