This is the Read to Lead podcast, episode 409.

When we reframe the things that we're doing, when we look for that connection to how does this thing that is annoying me?

How does it actually contribute to someone

else or help me reach an important goal? It actually helps us to struggle less, which gives us

more capacity to do the thing, even the annoying thing. Life is messy and full of challenges.

That's part of being human. But the struggle, anxiety, and burnout that so often accompany these

experiences are optional. and you can reduce them

by embracing your awesome human. Hi, I'm Jeff Brown, and this is the Read to Lead podcast,

the podcast dedicated to your personal and professional growth, because I believe that if you want to

achieve true success in your business and in your life,

that intentional and consistent reading is a must.

Today's guest is someone whose second book releases today.

The same day this episode is coming out and someone who I've wanted to interview for several years,

ever since her first book came out.

I'm talking about Natalie Kogan, author of The Awesome Human Project,

Break free from Daily Burnout, Struggle Less, and Thrive More in Work and Life.

I'm going to ask Natalie about how your brain is always on the lookout for symbolic and psychological dangers and the ways this manifests itself in your everyday life, we'll tackle the myth that

self-criticism helps you to improve. I'll ask her to share about the five emotional fitness skills

you should practice every day and plenty more. Whether you're part of a small company, a large company,

a non-profit, a for-profit, you know the importance of pouring into your people.

And there's nothing I enjoy more than coming alongside you and helping you achieve that very goal.

If your team could use help in the areas of mindset, productivity, or professional development more broadly, I hope you'll reach out.

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