May 16, 2023
In every business environment, it’s important to remember that the people in front of us are people. Here, to talk about changing the world through curiosity, is Kristen Donnelly.
In this episode of The Legendary Leaders Podcast, Kristen talks about what self-care means, the balance of being in service to others, and the culture of compliance and uniformity. She also shares the important work that happens at Abbey Research, some of the biggest challenges she faces, and how she combines family and business with empathy.
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Episode Timeline:
- [05:24] What does self-care mean to Kristen?
- [18:00] Sacrificing ourselves for the sake of others.
- [22:28] Creating our own worth.
- [26:57] What each moment needs from us.
- [42:35] The safety of sameness.
- [57:23] What does Kristen do?
- [64:35] Kristen’s core identity.
- [66:44] Daily challenges.
- [73:23] Combining family, empathy, and business.
- [79:33] 2 reflections.
Key Takeaways:
- What does each moment require from us?
- How to prioritise our own wellbeing and worth.
- How to distinguish between facts and feelings.
- How to combine family, business, and empathy.
Notable Quotes:
- “Self-care is not fundamentally selfish.” – Kristen Donnelly [16:03]
- “So much of our busyness is caught up in pretending we can control everything.” – Kristen Donnelly [22:15]
- “Your body and your brain generally know what you need every day.” – Kristen Donnelly [39:58]
- “It becomes a lot easier when you remember that people are people.” – Kristen Donnelly [64:28]
- “If you’re into being in control, you will not be in control at all.” – Kristen Donnelly [71:19]
Connect:
Find | Kristen Donnelly
Business: abbey-research.com.
LinkedIn: Kristen Donnelly.
Bio:
Dr. Kristen Donnelly is an award-winning four-time TEDx speaker, empathy educator, writer, and business owner, who believes that curiosity can change the world. She and Dr. Erin Hinson form The Good Doctors of Abbey Research, who exist to help individuals and organizations, as they cultivate inclusivity, and engage empathetically with those around them.
She has spoken internationally - from Oxford University, to TEDxChicago, to National Association conferences - and her work is routinely featured in global media publications.
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