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Feminist Leadership as a Portal to Healing
Have you ever felt burned out, disillusioned, and yearning for a deeper, more soulful way to lead and live? Me too. When life feels...
jrdreistadt
Sep 172 min read
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Self-Excavation
When we lose touch with these parts of ourselves, life becomes narrow and flat (and boring!). We go through the motions, meet the deadlines, fulfill the obligations—but inside, we know something essential is missing. The excavation process is about acknowledging and reclaiming our wholeness.
jrdreistadt
Sep 112 min read
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Unlearning Survival
Looking back on my life, I can see the many ways I compromised and diminished myself – my integrity, my beliefs, my wellbeing, and my...
jrdreistadt
Jun 111 min read
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Moving from Scarcity to Generosity
Organizations have a long history of being stingy—with time, money, and other resources. In the nonprofit sector, this often shows up as:...
jrdreistadt
Jun 41 min read
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The Dance of Discipline and Delight
Conventional wisdom tells us that consistency is the key to building momentum. Take one small step each day, and over time, those steps...
jrdreistadt
May 261 min read
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10 Ways to Infuse Joy, Pleasure, and Rest into Your Life - Every Day!
We deserve to experience joy, pleasure and rest every single day. These experiences make life meaningful and fun, while demonstrating...
jrdreistadt
Feb 52 min read
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How to Distinguish Opinion from Insight
Insight is a valuable tool for leaders to employ as we solve complex problems and create new possibilities ...
jrdreistadt
Jan 16, 20231 min read
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Would You Rather Plan or Play?
If I followed the advice of experts on productivity and getting results, I would be more consistent. I would follow a regimented...
jrdreistadt
Aug 4, 20221 min read
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Feminism is for Everyone
Many conceptions of feminism are woman- or female-centric. They center the ideas, needs, and aspirations of women and ensure that women...
jrdreistadt
Jul 21, 20221 min read
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