AP 766: From Defensive to Open: Learning to Receive Feedback That Helps You (and Your Relationships) Grow || Growth Spurt

About Progress

Cloud10

Education, Self-improvement, Health & Fitness, Mental Health

4.9 • 1.3K Ratings

🗓️ 12 March 2026

⏱️ 11 minutes

🔗️ Recording | iTunes | RSS

🧾️ Download transcript

Summary

Writing my book has been one of the most personal and challenging experiences of my life. When editing, the scariest part was opening myself up to feedback from editors, advanced readers, and even my husband. This vulnerability pushed me out of the perfectionism I used to hide behind, teaching me that true growth comes from allowing others to see our true selves and accepting their insights without personalizing the criticism. It's not just about the book—it's a metaphor for life. When we let the right people in, those we love and respect, we open ourselves to deeper, more meaningful relationships. This openness is how we refine not just our projects but ourselves. I invite you to embrace the discomfort of vulnerability and let trusted loved ones provide feedback, because that's how we truly grow and connect. Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! More for Moms Conference use code “LISTENER” for $20 off Leave a rating and review Check out my ⁠workshops⁠! Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Full Show Notes Transform your space now. Go to https://www.quince.com/monica for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns; Get organized, refreshed, and back on track this new year for WAY less. Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home; Join Masterclass for 15% off at masterclass.com/progress Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcript

Click on a timestamp to play from that location

0:00.0	What I've dedicated my life to is revenge.
0:04.7	A brand new drama based on the bestselling novel.
0:07.5	They think they're better than us.
0:08.5	Who do you think you are?
0:09.8	I'm going to prove to them that they're wrong.
0:11.5	She's punishing me.
0:13.0	You destroyed my family.
0:14.3	I will not rest until I've destroyed yours.
0:17.0	A woman of substance on Channel 4 starts tonight at 9.
0:20.2	Hi, I'm Desirey Endries, and I'm the host of your new favorite podcast, Minimalish.
0:25.5	Minimalish is a podcast about making room for what matters in your life by living with less of what doesn't matter and more of what does.
0:33.0	And pursuing intention in every area of our everyday lives.
0:36.2	We talk about a realistic version of minimalism
0:38.6	that fits your family. We talk about motherhood, family life, work, decluttering, intentional finances,
0:45.5	and everything in between. Listen to Minimalish on the IHeart app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your
0:50.7	podcasts.
0:56.8	Hi, I'm Monica Packer from About Progress, and this is a growth spurt, a bite-sized way
1:02.1	you can increase your progress today.
1:07.8	I know this isn't new to you, but I have spent now the past year and a half writing and editing now a book that is going to be released this fall.
1:18.4	It has been a wonderful journey, honestly, and admittedly very challenging.
1:24.7	One of the most challenging bits was actually the past six weeks as I worked on
1:29.3	editing the manuscript. I handed in my first round in November, but when I handed in that version of
	...

Please login to see the full transcript.

Previous episode | Next episode

Disclaimer: The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Cloud10, and are the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Tapesearch.

Generated transcripts are the property of Cloud10 and are distributed freely under the Fair Use doctrine. Transcripts generated by Tapesearch are not guaranteed to be accurate.