Jun 2 2023
From anxiety to TEDx: Gemma Sandwell's journey to finding her authentic self
In this episode of "I Love It Here," we had the pleasure of speaking with Gemma Sandwell, an energy alignment coach. Gemma shared her journey from working in the corporate world to setting up her own business and how she overcame extreme social anxiety using positive psychology. We also discussed the pressure of being a highly sensitive person (HSP) in a corporate environment and the importance of psychological safety and a growth mindset.Gemma emphasized the need for self-awareness and understanding one's authentic self to determine what kind of self-care works best for them. She shared her experience of setting firm boundaries and taking care of herself before her TEDx talk, which helped her deliver her message effectively. We also discussed the importance of recognizing one's strengths and superpowers, rather than feeling the pressure to have all the answers.We also talked about the societal impact of rewarding those who shout the loudest and the challenges of being authentic in the workplace. The conversation then shifts to the topic of artificial intelligence (AI) and the potential risks it poses to humanity. We highlighted the importance of being mindful of the impact of technology and the need for leaders to prioritise empathy and flexibility in their approach to managing teams.Overall, the episode encourages listeners to prioritise their well-being and align their values with their work to create a fulfilling experience. So, if you want to learn more about how to overcome social anxiety, the importance of self-care, and the impact of AI, tune in to this episode of "I Love It Here."As Gemma Sandwell says, "Test out what works for you." So, go ahead and listen to the full episode to find out what works for you.Links & MentionsBooks:Coaching in the Great Unknown by John Ballen - mentioned by speaker 3 at 00:13:35Coaching with the Brain in Mind by David Rock - mentioned by speaker 3 at 00:15:55Model:SCARF model by David Rock - mentioned by speaker 3 at 00:15:55Tools:Agent GPT (chat GPT) - a tool for self-learning AI conversation, mentioned at 00:50:42Articles:BBC News article on AI and the risk of extinction, featuring Sam Altman (CEO of OpenAI) and the executive of Google DeepMind, mentioned at 00:52:11AI:Large language models used in AI, mentioned at 00:53:58TV Shows:Ted Lasso (mentioned by speaker 5 at 00:56:22)Once Upon a Time in Northern Ireland (mentioned by speaker 4 at 00:56:40)Connect with our hostsIf you'd like to connect with us or influence the conversations we have, reach out and connect with us:Slack Community: https://iloveithere.slack.com Paul Westlake: https://www.linkedin.com/in/westyphotographyCaleb Foster: https://www.linkedin.com/in/calebafosterJonathan Cooper: https://www.linkedin.com/in/unlearningcoach