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by Kelly Arrendell and Sydney West
Everyone wants to live a fulfilled life with less stress and more laughter. Join Kelly Arrendell and Sydney West as they explore the wonder, humor, challenges, and sometimes self-inflicted wounds on the journey of personal growth. Our weekly podcast conversations provide tools you can incorporate into your own path of growth. The journey to becoming more fully yourself is lifelong but is something you can start now, wherever you are. Kelly is our resident expert on self-growth and shares her own mistakes and resources, with Sydney asking questions relevant to millennials and Gen-Zers. Take a breath, and take a listen.
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- 6 days ago35 min
Episode 138- Failure
In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly explore failure—the fear of it, the lessons it can teach us, and the unexpected benefits that can come from getting things wrong. They reflect on how failure can challenge us, shape us, and ultimately become an important part of personal growth.What defines failurePerceived failure and expectationsTypes of failure: rejection, moral, paradoxical, expectations of othersLearning from failure and resilienceCan spark creativity, re-envision goalsTeaches us about ourselvesFear of failure, is it learned?Website: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuide
- 1 weeks ago21 min
Episode 137- Catastrophizing
In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly talk about catastrophizing—the tendency to imagine the worst possible outcome and let our fears take over. They explore why we catastrophize, how it can impact our thoughts and emotions, and what we can do to recognize and challenge those “what if” scenarios.Definition of catastrophizingJumping to the worst conclusionNegative core beliefs and viewsEx: I believe the event will be terrible and I won't be able to handle itHow Sydney and Kelly catatrophizeWays that may help work through itThink about the facts, about the positivesCut the storyWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuide
- 2 weeks ago23 min
Episode 136- Awe
In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly explore the emotion of awe. What happens when we encounter something that leaves us amazed, humbled, or deeply moved? They reflect on the moments that inspire awe, how this powerful emotion can shift our perspective.Defining "awe"Expands our sense of connectionUpliftingPromotes openness, creativity, and understanding of complex systemsCan be in awe of the horrific as well as wonderful and beauty8 types of AwePersonal growth and awe: people who see everyday awe show evidence of living with wonder and are more open to new ideas and the unknown.Website: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuide
- 3 weeks ago27 min
Episode 135- A Reintroduction!
In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly reintroduce themselves, sharing more about who they are, what has shaped them, and the experiences that continue to influence their personal growth. Whether you're a longtime listener or joining us for the first time, this episode offers a fresh look at the people behind the microphones and the heart behind the podcast.A little about SydneyHer love of musicA little about KellySpiritualityWhy this podcastOur differencesOur growth and changeWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuide
- Aug 18, 202624 min
Episode 134- Book Review: "The Choice" by Edith Eger
In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly discuss The Choice: Even in Hell Hope Can Flower by Edith Eger. Through Eger's extraordinary story of surviving the Holocaust and becoming a renowned psychologist, they explore the power of resilience, forgiveness, and the freedom found in choosing how we respond to life's hardships. Join them as they reflect on healing from trauma, letting go of victimhood, and discovering hope even in life's darkest moments.Resiliance and power of your own choices"They can't take what is in your mind"There is a universality to this story, human sufferingPrisons of our own makingPaying attention to what we've lost or what we haveRunning away from pain and past doesn't ease the painWill love ripple out from me or hateWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuide
- Aug 11, 202625 min
Episode 133- Validation
In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly explore our need for validation—where it comes from, why we seek it, and how it shapes our relationships, decisions, and sense of self. Together, they examine the difference between healthy affirmation and an unhealthy dependence on others' approval, offering thoughtful insights on finding confidence and worth from within.What do we mean by validationInternal and ExternalDon't confuse validation with acceptance of your idea...that you are "right" and they are "wrong"Need for validation can changeWe are wired for the need for validationReassuranceHow do you hold up when you aren't validated by someoneSelf-validationSigns you rely too much on validationHow to detach from unhealthy need for validationWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuide
- Aug 4, 202626 min
Episode 132- Siblings
In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly explore the unique dynamics of sibling relationships. From childhood rivalries and lifelong friendships to the ways our brothers and sisters shape who we become, they discuss the joys, challenges, and lasting impact of growing up alongside siblings.Our personal experience as siblingsBirth orderWhat we learn as siblingsYounger yearsTeen YearsAdulthoodWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuide
- Jul 28, 202627 min
Episode 131- Guilt
In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth, Sydney and Kelly discuss guilt—where it comes from, how it affects our lives, and how learning to navigate it can lead to greater self-awareness and personal growth.Healthy vs. Toxic GuiltGuilt does have a purpose...a moral compassDefining guiltHow guilt feels physicallyValues and guiltShould, oughts, and guiltManipulative guiltWebsite: anincompleteguide.comInstagram: @anincompleteguideYouTube: @AnIncompleteGuide
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Everyone wants to live a fulfilled life with less stress and more laughter. Join Kelly Arrendell and Sydney West as they explore the wonder, humor, challenges, and sometimes self-inflicted wounds on the journey of personal growth. Our weekly podcast conversations provide tools you can incorporate into your own path of growth. The journey to becoming more fully yourself is lifelong but is something you can start now, wherever you are. Kelly is our resident expert on self-growth and shares her own mistakes and resources, with Sydney asking questions relevant to millennials and Gen-Zers. Take a breath, and take a listen.
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