The Dream Catcher Podcast

What We Can Learn from the Wisest Leaders in History

Throughout history, we’ve seen leaders who were brilliant strategists and skilled at warfare. But knowledge doesn’t always result in wise leadership. 

The wisest leaders are those who combine knowledge with empathy and sound judgment. They nurture a sense of community and belonging, as well as inspire others to seek purpose and meaning.

These timeless pieces of wisdom from some of the wisest leaders in history will inspire you to be an effective leader in your own life.

The Creative Archetypes: What They Are and How to Use Them

Creativity is more than just the arts. It’s something that we use every day to express ourselves. We share our imaginations, tell stories, solve mathematical problems, and develop ideas.

Creativity comes in all shapes, types, and sizes. For this reason, there are many creative archetypes; ways to classify creative personalities based on art form and abilities. 

While we all possess creative talent, we will be stronger in some areas than others. Knowing your archetype will maximize your potential and take your projects to the next level.

[Interview] How to Break Free from Fear and Awaken to Our Potential (feat. Dr. Shefali)

Society conditions women to behave in ways that are acceptable, that may not always be in their best interest. To break free from these societal expectations, women must awaken and rise above the limitations placed on them and reveal their true nature.  
 
My guest today, Dr. Shefali has been helping women do this for many years in her prolific career. Featured prominently on Oprah Winfrey's platforms, Good Morning America, the Today Show, among many others, Dr. Shefali is a NYT bestselling author and renowned clinical psychologist. Dr. Shefali received her doctorate in clinical psychology from Columbia University. 
 
Join me for my conversation with Dr. Shefali where we talk about the ways in which we can break free from fear, embrace our strengths and awaken our conscious self as women.
 
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When Love is Worth Fighting For

The romantics in us want to believe that we know when love is worth fighting for. When we’re smitten with someone, we’re willing to move mountains to capture their heart

The truth is that it’s only worth fighting for if both parties are willing to fight for it equally. The fight is not worth it if you feel miserable – real love always makes you stronger. 

Discover if someone is worth the effort and how you can love from a place of strength and intention in order to find out when love is worth fighting for.

Why Living with Dignity Matters (and How to Show it)

Dignity is hard to define, but you know it when you see it - someone with dignity carries themselves well. 

Not only does dignity show in their body language, but also manifests in their instinctive ability to handle whatever life throws at them with calm and class. 

A dignified demeanor that inspires respect from ourselves has become less important in our culture. But with some effort, we can foster this trait and make it a natural part of us.

Find out why dignity matters and how you can develop this trait.

[Interview] How to Find Your Life Direction Through Art (feat. Hallie Bateman)

Sometimes we all need a little direction in life, whether it’s to see a problem from a new perspective, confirm a gut feeling, or just remember that we’re all in this together. 

My guest today, Hallie Bateman, is a pro at providing these reminders.

Through her colorful and inspirational posts, Hallie shares directions for how to live, to her 92,000 followers on Instagram. She is an illust-writer and author who has been featured in national publications including the New Yorker, The New York Times Magazine, Buzzfeed, and many others.

Hallie is going to uplift us by sharing her creative process and strategy. She’ll also offer advice on how to find our own unique ways of expressing our ideas and get over creative blocks.

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What is a Cosmic Perspective and Why We Should Develop One

A cosmic perspective makes us aware that our planet is part of an incomprehensibly large universe. This inspires a sense of wonder and awe that allows us to connect to something bigger than ourselves. 

While it may not seem useful in dealing with our daily responsibilities, the truth is that we can benefit from this viewpoint in several ways. 

By seeing everything that happens within and around us through a cosmic lens, we can co-create our reality with these larger forces.

By adopting simple practices and mindsets, we can take our level of being to the next level.

How to Master the Art of Time Management

Time is a finite resource that we can never get back. That’s why it’s important to spend it well and not squander it.

The problem isn’t that we don’t have enough time to do the things we want, but that we don’t prioritize certain tasks enough to make time for them. 

You can master the art of time management by changing your perception of time and by learning how to plan your days. These techniques and ideas will take your time management skills to the next level.

[Interview] The Keys to Developing Emotional Intelligence (feat. Dr. Marc Brackett)

The ability to interpret, express and respond to our emotions is essential for success. Some experts say that it’s even more important than our IQ.

Unfortunately, not many of us were taught how to identify and process our emotions and that can make life much harder. 

To tell us more about how we can build our emotional intelligence, I invited Dr. Marc Brackett who wrote a hugely popular book on this topic called “Permission to Feel.

Dr. Marc Brackett is the founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and a professor in the Child Study Center at Yale University. He has published over 150 scholarly articles, received numerous awards, and is featured regularly in popular media outlets. 

In this interview Marc is going to inspire us with a new mindset around the power of emotions. He also provides innovative strategies to boost emotional intelligence and undo unhealthy patterns.

What are Conscious Partnerships and How to Create Them

Conscious partnerships are special intimate relationships between equals who walk hand in hand on the path to both individual and collective growth as a couple. This type of love transforms, elevates, and inspires you to be a better person.

To attract conscious partnerships, you must become conscious yourself. The more self-aware you are, the easier it is to reach a higher form of love.

Whether you’re single or in a relationship, keep these five characteristics of conscious partnerships in mind when looking to raise the vibration of your connections.