My guest for this episode is Gina Moffa, a New York-based licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist who, for almost two decades, has provided care and counseling for individuals dealing with trauma and grief. Gina's diverse professional experiences, including her impactful work with Holocaust survivors and her tenure as clinical director at Mount Sinai Hospital's Outpatient program, contribute to her unparalleled expertise. She has also recently authored the book, Moving On Doesn’t Mean Letting Go, broadening our understanding of grief and offering a pathway to navigate the complex maze of loss.   We talked about:  00:06:00 - The Importance of Grief Literacy 00:09:33 - Recognizing and Supporting Grief 00:13:32 - Setting Boundaries with Platitudes 00:16:18 - Emotion Phobia and Fear of Loss 00:26:16 - The Full Body Experience of Grief 00:27:19 - Creating a Safe Workplace 00:29:10 - Managing Well-being Outside of Work 00:35:03 - The Limitations of the Five Stages of Grief   Resource mentioned: Martín Prechtel: Grief and Praise (1 of 3)   Connect with Gina Mofa Website: ginamoffa.com Instagram: @ginamoffalcsw Facebook: @ginamoffalcsw The Book:   ginamoffa.com/the-book    Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin:   linkedin/in/aminaaltai

My guests today are Shannon Jones and Yadira Harrison, co-founders of the 8-figure experiential marketing agency Verb. They come with years of expertise in creative and experiential marketing for high-profile brands like IMG, Cirque du Soleil, Netflix and Airbnb. They are the definition of #ConsciousLeadership and shared so many gems on how to leave corporate and grow your business with intention.    We talked about: 00:04:36 - The Need to Leave Corporate 00:08:48 - Practical Tips for Starting a Business 00:13:15 - Balancing Feedback and Accountability 00:15:09 - Finding the Sweet Spot 00:17:26 - Authenticity and Individuality 00:22:18 - Inclusive Culture 00:24:05 - Creating a Culture of Belonging 00:24:35 - Keys to Success 00:26:48 - Intention and Thoughtfulness 00:29:49 - Legacy and Future Plans 00:34:33 - Navigating Interpersonal Challenges 00:35:54 - Building a Strong Relationship 00:38:21 - Creating Barbie's Malibu Dreamhouse Connect with Shannon Jones  Instagram: @shansimp LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/simpsonjones   Connect with Yadira Harrison Instagram: @becauseyadi LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/yadiraharrison   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin:  linkedin/in/aminaaltai

Many of the modern management and leadership techniques we all use on a daily basis actually trace their roots back to slavery. In a world where profit often takes precedence over people, Brea Baker and Laura Gale shine a light on how to disrupt the status quo.    The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:00 - Transformative Leaps and Stepping Away from Expectations 00:03:33 - Shifting Wealth and Power in Leadership 00:08:55 - Values and Individual Reflection 00:14:29 - Redefining Leadership and Work Culture 00:13:47 - Rethinking Ambition and Success 00:15:37 - The Cost of Doing Things Differently 00:17:42 - Challenging Work Norms 00:19:37 - Family Expectations and Generational Differences 00:20:45 - Space for Imagination and Transformation 00:26:47 - The Power of Podcasts for Learning 00:29:49 - Reimagining Leadership and Work 00:33:00 - Healing the Diseased Relationship with Work 00:36:47 - Centering Black and Indigenous Voices 00:41:05 - Importance of Teamwork 00:41:05 - Continuing Growth    Resources LauraBrewer.com Laura Brewer’s Podcast   Connect with Brea Baker Website: www.BreaBaker.com Instagram: @freckledwhileblack   Connect with Laura Gale  Website: www.nightingale-consulting.com LinkedIn: linkedin/in/laura-gale   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin:   linkedin/in/aminaaltai

Many of the modern management and leadership techniques we all use on a daily basis actually trace their roots back to slavery. In a world where profit often takes precedence over people, Brea Baker and Laura Gale shine a light on how to disrupt the status quo.    In this episode, you will be able to: Understand the crucial need to bring human values front and center in leadership approaches. Trace the echoes of plantation slavery practices in modern management techniques. Analyze the nature of racism and capitalism and its implication on leadership. Confront the disturbing normalization of damaging leadership behaviors. Acknowledge how we unknowingly support unethical leadership practices and find ways to rectify it.   We talked about: 00:03:38 - The Roots of Modern Leadership in Slavery 00:07:34 - Capitalism, Racism, and Profit 00:09:21 - The Continuation of Extractive Practices 00:12:47 - Female Leaders and Perpetuation of Harm 00:14:16 - The Harm of Exploitative Business Practices 00:15:56 - Profitability and Power Imbalances 00:18:14 - Normalization of Harmful Practices 00:23:53 - Unlearning and Creating Change 00:26:39 - Strength in Numbers and Disruptive Action 00:27:57 - Redefining Leadership as a Practice 00:29:48 - Cultivating a Disruptive Practice of Leadership 00:31:16 - Shining Light into the Cracks Connect with Brea Baker Website: www.breabaker.com Instagram: @freckledwhileblack   Connect with Laura Gale  Website: www.nightingale-consulting.com LinkedIn: linkedin/in/laura-gale   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin:   linkedin/in/aminaaltai

In this episode of Amina Change Your Life, we speak with one of my new friends and colleagues, Sarah Tacy Tangredi. Sarah is a mind body expert who offers nervous system support and somatic exploration. If you loved my nervous system episode with Amy Bonaduce-Gardner, you’re going to love this one, too. One of my favorite aspects of this interview is the very bite-sized and actionable approach Sarah offers. From taking a literal pause, to using wonder as a tool, there are many ways to reset our nervous systems that don’t require elaborate self-care practices. Sarah shares the best and quickest ways for us to repattern our behavior that you don’t want to miss. Whether you are an executive, entrepreneur, or high-performance athlete, there are some magical tips in here for you.   We talked about: 00:02:00 - Sarah's Journey into Mind Bodywork 00:09:10 - Immediate Feedback for Neuroplasticity 00:11:40 - Integrating Somatic Approaches in Coaching 00:13:14 - The Role Playing and Somatic Work 00:13:58 - The Power of Do-Overs 00:18:04 - Building Resources for Stability 00:22:20 - Understanding the Window of Tolerance 00:27:11 - The Power of Pacing 00:29:59 - Authenticity and Resonance 00:31:16 - Balancing Self-Care and Productivity 00:33:30 - The Body as a GPS 00:36:29 - Where to Find More     Connect with Sarah Tacy Tangredi Website: SarahTacy.com Instagram: @SarahTacyT Podcast: Threshold Moments Podcast   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin:   linkedin/in/aminaaltai