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Episode 24 - Unexpected Micro-Moment of Joy: Metaphor from Outside the Shopping Mall

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Summary: In this quick and fun episode, Shirley shares a surprising moment from her day that brought a little dose of joy. She dives into how this unexpected sight led to some deeper thoughts: What if we all embraced being different and brought a little joy into places we don’t quite fit? Why not be the unexpected in a world full of conformity?
Key Points:

  • Shirley’s unexpected source of joy.
  • The metaphor: Why can’t we be the "tomato plants" in our lives, bringing something real and different where it’s not expected?
  • Letting go of fitting in and embracing our unique selves.
  • How we can change the overwhelming structures of the world by bringing in small elements of our nature and humanity

Takeaway: Today, give yourself permission to bring something unexpected and joyful into the world just by being your unique self.
Also Mentioned:
Dr. Tererai Trent - check out her story and work
Thanks for tuning in!
Connect:
Instagram: @shirleymarkant (See the tomato plant pic!)

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Manage episode 442832459 series 3413450
Content provided by Shirley Markant, PhD and Shirley Markant. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Shirley Markant, PhD and Shirley Markant or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.

Summary: In this quick and fun episode, Shirley shares a surprising moment from her day that brought a little dose of joy. She dives into how this unexpected sight led to some deeper thoughts: What if we all embraced being different and brought a little joy into places we don’t quite fit? Why not be the unexpected in a world full of conformity?
Key Points:

  • Shirley’s unexpected source of joy.
  • The metaphor: Why can’t we be the "tomato plants" in our lives, bringing something real and different where it’s not expected?
  • Letting go of fitting in and embracing our unique selves.
  • How we can change the overwhelming structures of the world by bringing in small elements of our nature and humanity

Takeaway: Today, give yourself permission to bring something unexpected and joyful into the world just by being your unique self.
Also Mentioned:
Dr. Tererai Trent - check out her story and work
Thanks for tuning in!
Connect:
Instagram: @shirleymarkant (See the tomato plant pic!)

Send us a text

Support the show

  continue reading

28 episodes

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