13. The Flying Nurse: Prudence Wheelwright on Mental Fitness and Finding Meaning Between Life and Death

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In this episode, join me on an enlightening journey with Prudence Wheelwright, an inspiring nurse, midwife, traveler, and newly published author of the book The Flying Nurse.

Our conversation sails across continents, delving into Prudence's life experiences as we discuss the transformative power of her cross-cultural interactions, the fluidity of identity and the critical role of privilege. Prue shares her experiences of suppressing vs processing emotions and how she channeled anger and frustration into productivity and right action in her work, life and relationships.

We explore the growth of Prudence's personal and professional identity amidst diverse cultures and norms. As a woman in a man's world, she narrates her challenges and how she learned to respect the customs of the communities she served. Prudence shares her invaluable insights on leadership, trust, and discernment, emphasizing the need to be a good listener and respect varying perspectives. Her insights of navigating cultural differences, harnessing emotional intelligence, and respecting the customs of the communities she served will leave you reflecting on your own journey.

We also turn to one of the most overwhelming aspects of life – emotions. Prudence's experiences of channeling her anger and frustration into productivity, embracing her authenticity, and finding her voice offer a masterclass in emotional intelligence. We touch upon the challenge of changing relationships, the power of finding your community, and the strength in embracing your true self. So tune in, for an inspirational and insightful conversation with Prudence Wheelwright, as she shares her remarkable journey and the lessons learned along the path.

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(0:00:01) - The Flying Nurse Prudence Wheelwright shares her journey as a female in a man's world, exploring fertility, imposter syndrome, mental health and privilege.

(0:06:02) - The Evolution of Leadership and Listening Prudence Wheelwright shares insights on identity, leadership, discernment, trust, and listening to those on the front line.

(0:14:36) - Listening and Following Your Instincts Prudence shares her experience of listening to her intuition, enabling her to make decisions and create change in her life and the world.

(0:28:08) - Navigating Cultural Differences and Privilege Prudence learned to respect local customs, appreciate kindness, and detach from her own experiences.

(0:33:39) - Harnessing Anger and Emotions for Growth We discuss emotional intelligence, self-care, and our shared experience of death and dying.

(0:47:48) - Grieving and Breaking Expectations Prudence and I discuss female figures, emotional intelligence, and listening to oneself to follow dreams and instincts.

(0:53:40) - Navigating Grief, Happiness, and Contentment Prudence shares expectations shaped by childhood fairy tales, the importance of being content in the present, and the power of emotional intelligence to channel anger into productivity.

(1:04:06) - Navigating Relationships Amidst Personal Growth Prudence and I discuss emotions, relationships, emotional intelligence, and growth.

(1:14:00) - Embracing Authenticity and Finding One's Voice Prudence and I discuss embracing true selves, community, finding and using voice, and belonging.

(1:18:58) - Finding Self and Making Difficult Decisions Prudence and I discuss finding understanding, building a new community, trusting instinct, and the power of grief.

(1:33:59) - Discovering Your True Path Prudence and I discuss living authentically, embracing true selves, using emotions, and the power of female figures.

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