A World of Difference

By: Lori Adams-Brown
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  • Welcome to "A World of Difference," where host Lori Adams-Brown takes you on a global journey through the lens of her diverse experiences. Having spent decades in Asia and growing up in South America, Lori's life embodies a mosaic of cultures, languages, and perspectives. In this podcast, Lori invites you to celebrate diversity while exploring the profound impact of understanding our differences. Through engaging conversations, she delves into the beauty of various cultures and the invaluable lessons they offer. From language nuances to distinct ways of life, each episode is a testament to the power of listening and learning from one another. Join us for thought-provoking discussions on belonging and the internal and external barriers to fostering inclusion. Whether you're in the business world, volunteering for nonprofits, fostering faith-based communities, or championing social impact, these conversations will inspire you to embrace our differences and forge a collective path toward meaningful change. Discover how our diverse perspectives can synergize to create an inclusive and sustainable world. Tune in to "A World of Difference" for insightful dialogues that illuminate the transformative potential of understanding, empathy, and collaboration across cultures. Join Lori as she pulls up a seat for you at the table to bring your differences to the discussion as you make a difference with us.
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  • Dr. Chuck DeGroat on Healing What's WIthin: Finding Wholeness After Abuse

    Dr. Chuck DeGroat on Healing What's WIthin: Finding Wholeness After Abuse
    Sep 11 2024
    If you're feeling the weight of past trauma and struggling to heal, then you are not alone! The journey to healing from abuse and trauma is often filled with challenges, and finding the right tools to navigate this journey can be overwhelming. But what if there was a resource that could guide you through this process and help you cultivate well-being? In this episode, you will be able to: Explore the transformative power of therapy in healing from abuse and trauma and reclaiming your well-being. Uncover the impact of narcissism in church leadership and gain insights into navigating the complexities of this issue. Discover the invaluable benefits of professional mental health support and how it can positively impact your healing journey. Understand the profound connection between attachment issues and trauma recovery and how it influences your healing process. Embrace the role of self-regulation in effective leadership and learn how it can enhance your personal and professional growth. My special guest is Dr. Chuck DeGroat Chuck DeGroat is a professor of pastoral care and Christian spirituality at Western Theological Seminary in Holland, Michigan, where he also serves as the founding executive director of the clinical mental health counseling program. He is a licensed therapist, spiritual director, author, retreat leader speaker, and faculty member with the Soul Care Institute. As a therapist, he specializes in navigating issues of abuse and trauma, pastoral (and leadership) health, and doubt and dark nights on the faith journey. He trains clergy in handling issues of abuse and trauma, conducts pastor and planter assessments, and facilitates church consultations and investigations of abuse. Before transitioning to training and forming pastors, Chuck served as a pastor in Orlando and San Francisco. He and his wife, Sara, have been married for 30 years and have two adult daughters. Listen to our previous episode with Chuck DeGroat on EPS 42. The key moments in this episode are: 00:11:03 - Faux Vulnerability in Church Leadership 00:13:09 - Misuse of Self-Work for Immunity 00:13:40 - Dysfunctional Dynamics in Churches 00:14:58 - Toxic Leadership and Manipulation 00:19:06 - Nervous System Dysregulation 00:22:10 - Healing Attachment Wounds 00:25:52 - Transformation and Non-Anxious Presence 00:26:17 - Recognizing Patterns of Toxic Behavior 00:27:24 - Accountability and Systemic Change 00:29:15 - Rebuilding for the Future 00:30:49 - Understanding Shame Dynamics 00:35:15 - Rediscovering the Goodness of the Heart 00:39:20 - Men Doing Deeper Work 00:40:02 - Bullying and Women 00:41:15 - Complimenting Each Other's Work 00:41:39 - Encouraging Curiosity and Healing 00:42:42 - Embracing Curiosity and Healing 00:53:11 - Finding Healing and Freedom Trauma is not what happens to us, but what happens within. - Chuck DeGroat Pre-order Healing What's Within by Dr. Chuck DeGroat on his website chuckdegroat.net. Join the Launch Team. Join the Patreon community at www.patreon.com/aworldofdifference to access exclusive content, including additional insights from Dr. Chuck DeGroat. Explore additional resources recommended by Dr. Chuck DeGroat at the end of each chapter, such as Dan Allender's To Be Told: Know Your Story, Shape Your Life and Frederick Buechner's Telling Secrets. Engage in introspective and mindful practices to support your healing journey, such as deep breathing, visualization, EMDR and brainspotting. Gift Healing What's Within to friends or loved ones who could benefit from the valuable tools and insights shared in the book. Follow the podcast here: https://www.aworldofdifferencepodcast.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/aworldofdifference/ https://www.twitter.com/@awodpod https://www.youtube.com/@aworldofdifference https://www.facebook.com/A-World-of-Difference-613933132591673/ https://www.instagram.com/aworldof.difference https://www.patreon.com/aworldofdifference Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    55 mins
  • Lori Adams-Brown on Preventing Workplace Bullying: The Power of Psychological Safety

    Lori Adams-Brown on Preventing Workplace Bullying: The Power of Psychological Safety
    Sep 4 2024
    Does your workplace feel like a battleground at times? Have you been told to just toughen up and deal with it? The pain of workplace bullying can be isolating and damaging to your mental health, leaving you feeling trapped and powerless. If you're tired of feeling this way, it's time to find a better solution to address workplace bullying effectively. Let's explore how you can foster a culture of trust and openness in your teams to prevent workplace bullying and create a psychologically safe environment where everyone can thrive. In this episode, you will be able to: Understand how to prevent workplace bullying with psychological safety. Discover the effects of workplace bullying on mental health. Learn how to cultivate psychological safety in teams. Find out effective ways to address bullying in the workplace. Explore the crucial role of leadership in fostering workplace safety. "Teams with high psychological safety are not only more innovative and productive, but they also create a workplace where bullying is less likely to occur." - Lori Adams-Brown Lori Adams Brown, a seasoned professional with a wealth of experience in leadership development, has a personal connection to the issue of workplace bullying. Having been a target of workplace abuse herself, Lori knows firsthand the transformative power of psychological safety. Her journey through overcoming hard challenges and finding healing has fueled her passion for preventing and addressing workplace bullying. She has dived deep into research and personal stories of targets of workplace bullying to understand how psychological safety can play a pivotal role in creating a work environment that not only prevents bullying but also fosters trust and openness. Through her personal experiences and extensive insights, Lori is dedicated to sharing tools and knowledge, not only to help those who have been targets of workplace bullying but also to empower managers and leaders to cultivate psychologically safe teams. Her narrative-style approach evokes a sense of relatability, resonating with the emotions and experiences of her audience, making her an authentic and credible voice in fostering a culture of trust and openness in teams. She shares quick tips from the research and books she has studied as well as the patterns from the qualitative research from stories of targets themselves in order to help anyone wanting to prevent workplace bullying by recognizing the red flags and cultivating an work culture where bullying is prevented and quickly stopped. Learn how to: 1. Build a culture of trust 2. Enhance mental well-being 3. Foster psychological safety The key moments in this episode are: 00:05:21 - Understanding Workplace Bullying 00:09:47 - Psychological Safety and Bullying Prevention 00:12:27 - Creating a Psychologically Safe Environment 00:14:30 - Creating a Culture of Acceptance and Feedback 00:15:28 - Swiftly Addressing Bullying 00:17:31 - Promoting Inclusivity and Respect Resources: EPS on spiritual abuse EPS with grounding techniques with Dr. Debbie Pinkston 1. Google’s Project Aristotle 2. Amy Edmondson’s Work on Psychological Safety 3. The Bully at Work 4. Workplace Bullying Institute 5. The Fearless Organization by Amy Edmondson 6. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) 7. HBR 15 types of bullying Subscribe to the podcast to never miss an episode. Leave a rating for the podcast. Ratings help others discover the podcast and make a significant impact. Leave a review for the podcast. Reviews also help others find the podcast and contribute to its visibility. Share the podcast. Stay connected: https://www.aworldofdifferencepodcast.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/aworldofdifference/ https://www.twitter.com/@awodpod https://www.youtube.com/@aworldofdifference https://www.facebook.com/A-World-of-Difference-613933132591673/ https://www.instagram.com/aworldof.difference https://www.patreon.com/aworldofdifference Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 mins
  • When Workplace Adversity Becomes Work Trauma: A Princeton Study with Karen Tay

    When Workplace Adversity Becomes Work Trauma: A Princeton Study with Karen Tay
    Aug 28 2024
    Does this sound familiar? You've been told to work harder, take on more tasks, and just push through those workplace challenges, but the pain of feeling isolated, overwhelmed, and undervalued still lingers. It's time for a different approach to handle workplace adversity and trauma. Let's explore some strategies and support systems that can truly empower you and bring about real change. Join me in finding the right support and reclaiming your inherent value in the face of workplace challenges. In this episode, you will be able to: Develop resilience and empowerment with workplace bullying prevention strategies. Discover effective support systems for women in business to thrive in professional environments. Understand the impact of workplace adversity on women and how to navigate through challenges. Learn how to build peer support networks within organizations to foster a supportive work environment. Implement strategies to handle workplace trauma and emerge stronger in professional settings. My special guest is Karen Tay Karen Tay is founder of Inherent, where her team helps women leaders navigate transitions and adversities in their work/life journeys. How Inherent supports women leaders is backed by robust research with Princeton University. She is concurrently CEO and Head Coach at Threshold Allies, where she is a sought-after international coach and talent consultant, working with top leaders in business and government across Silicon Valley and Asia. She has leveraged her skills in leadership, talent development, strategy and policy to boost equality in cities, uplift underserved populations and women. Previously, she was the Head (Senior Director) of Strategy and Operations and Chief of Staff to the CEO at Iterative Health, a fast-growing digital health company that raised $180M in funding. She also built and led global technology talent operations for Singapore's Smart Nation Initiative and Singapore Global Network, scaling the tech talent pipeline by 20X in three years. As a strategy advisor to the Prime Minister and Cabinet Ministers of Singapore, she designed and implemented billion-dollar education and social policy reforms and was a political speechwriter. She is a Singularity University faculty member, a Women's Forum editorial board member, published author, and a recipient of several awards and honors for her work in STEM and public good. Join a special workshop with Karen Tay in partnershipwith A World of Difference podcast: When work drama becomes work trauma: skills to help yourself and others (24 October, 5pm Pacific Time). Sign up here. The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:02 - Introduction to Workplace Trauma and Betterhelp Sponsorship 00:02:55 - Karen's Background and Work at Inherent 00:07:37 - Key Findings from the Princeton White Paper 00:10:52 - Impact on Companies and Support for Women 00:13:17 - Gender Disparities and Workplace Bullying 00:14:31 - Gender Disparity in Promotions and Opportunities 00:15:46 - Hierarchy and Power Dynamics 00:16:27 - Workplace Adversity and Support 00:18:39 - Long-Term Impacts of Workplace Bullying 00:25:21 - Invisible Challenges for Women in the Workplace 00:28:44 - Challenges for Women in the Workplace 00:30:29 - The Burnout Trap 00:31:57 - Strategies and Policies 00:35:10 - Workplace First Aid 00:37:47 - You're Not Alone 00:42:43 - Joining the Difference Maker Community 00:43:27 - The Power of Deep Conversations 00:44:00 - Importance of Finding Safe Spaces 00:44:48 - Spurring On Conversations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 mins

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