Transforming Trauma into Sales Success with Dr. Robyn McKay

Aligned Empire

Jan 16 2024 • 1 hr 9 mins

Step into the realm of profound self-discovery and entrepreneurial spirit with a captivating episode of the Aligned Empire Podcast. In this enlightening installment, your host, Drea Brown, delves deep into the fusion of spiritual intelligence and entrepreneurship alongside the esteemed Dr. Robyn McKay, an award-winning psychologist and visionary entrepreneur.   Episode Chapters:
  • [0:00] Spiritual intelligence and entrepreneurship with Dr. Robin McKay.
  • [7:23] Pursuing multiple passions and responsibilities.
  • [12:50] Empathy, intuition, and sales for creative entrepreneurs.
  • [20:22] Sales psychology and attracting ready-to-invest clients.
  • [26:09] Healing trauma and managing nervous system for sales success.
  • [34:05] Impostor syndrome and its impact on entrepreneurship.
  • [52:32] Using AI for creative brainstorming and perspective-taking.
  • [55:32] Spirituality, intuition, and personal growth.
Key Takeaways:
  • Bridging Spirituality and Science with Personal Anecdotes: Dr. Robyn McKay unearths her fascinating journey, from early aspirations of becoming a doctor and writer to embracing a life intertwined with science and intuition. An intuitive spark ignited as a child propels her toward a path where spirituality meets science.
  • Pursuing Multiple Passions and Responsibilities: Drea Brown's clarion call to listeners is to venture deeper into their innate gifts while navigating the challenges of a PhD journey. The episode resonates with the value of depth over breadth, emphasizing the significance of conscious choices in life's design.
  • Spiritual Intelligence, Creativity, and Self-awareness: Dr. Robyn McKay offers insights into her spiritual apprenticeship, merging spirituality with Counseling Psychology, revealing the convergence of these seemingly disparate domains. The inception of the NEA in her grad school days underscores the quest to empower creative minds with a profound understanding of their intuition.
  • Empathy, Intuition, and Sales for Creative Entrepreneurs: Dr. Robyn McKay engages in a discussion around personality assessments and their influence on personal growth. Delving deeper, the challenges of highly empathic and intuitive individuals in sales are laid bare, requiring boundaries to ensure a healthy balance between intuition and financial transactions.
  • Impostor Syndrome and Its Impact on Entrepreneurship: The vexing shadow of impostor syndrome casts its long shadow on the entrepreneurial landscape. Dr. Robyn McKay dissects this phenomenon, revealing its potential to maintain power differentials and obstruct progress.
Books Mentioned:
  • “Cash IQ Ascension”: by Linda Howe and Robyn McKay, this book explores the concept of Akashic ascension.

  • "Smart Girls in the 21st Century" is written by Barbara Kerr and Robyn McKay, and it delves into the psychology of gifted and talented girls and women in the modern era.

  • "Lessons in Chemistry" is authored by Bonnie Garmus and tells the story of a female chemist in the 1950s who grapples with gender bias and discrimination.
As we conclude this enlightening episode, remember that the synthesis of spirituality and science, intuition and intellect, is a lifelong journey. Dr. Robyn McKay and Drea Brown serve as beacons of insight, beckoning you to embrace the discerning path of self-discovery. Unearth your inner visionary, and let the transformative journey toward a higher self and a brighter future commence.   Support this Podcast: We deeply appreciate your support in making this podcast impactful! Please take a moment to share your thoughts through reviews and likes on your listening platform. Your feedback propels our messages to those who need them the most. Stay connected with us through our social media channels linked below. You can also reach out via email: hello@dreabrown.com. We LOVE hearing from you!  Drea’s Resources Creator Activation: https://www.dreabrown.com/Embody-Your-Highest-Timeline Dr. Robyn’s Gift:  Leadership Quiz: https://www.drrobynmckay.com/ Connect With Dr. Robyn: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robynmckay1/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dr.robynmckay/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/robynmckayphd Drea Brown’s Socials:   Website: http://www.dreabrown.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/dreabrownofficial Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DreaBrownOfficial YouTube: https://youtube.com/@dreabrownofficial LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/dreabrownofficial X: https://twitter.com/IAmDreaBrown Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/DreaBrownOfficial/