We Are For Good Podcast - Episode 592: Microdosing Wellness + A Year-End Reflection
Release Date: December 23, 2024
Hosts:
- Jon McCoy, CFRE
- Becky Endicott, CFRE
Special Guest:
- Lindsey Fuller
Introduction
In episode 592 of the We Are For Good Podcast, hosts Jon McCoy and Becky Endicott delve into a special year-end reflection centered around the theme of "Microdosing Wellness." Joined by Lindsey Fuller, a pivotal figure from the Teaching Well organization, the conversation explores the intersection of personal well-being and effective nonprofit leadership.
Year-End Reflection and Achievements
Jon McCoy opens the discussion by highlighting the podcast's milestones in 2024:
- 92 Episodes Released: Covering a wide range of topics pertinent to nonprofit professionals.
- Impact Uprising Launch: A significant initiative aimed at amplifying nonprofit impact.
- Impact Up Gatherings: Successfully conducted in numerous cities globally, fostering community and collaboration.
- Gather at the Well Series: A limited series featuring Lindsey Fuller, focusing on wellness within organizations.
Becky Endicott emphasizes the shift in focus for the year:
"This year we really, really wanted to focus on your wellness. We wanted to focus in on giving you this exhale as you close out 2024 and you take this great big inhale in for 2025."
[02:16]
Introducing Lindsey Fuller and Gather at the Well
Lindsey Fuller joins the conversation to discuss her journey and the inception of the Gather at the Well series. She shares insights into creating a culture of wellness within organizations:
"How do we build a life I don't need to heal from which later evolved to us helping build professional cultures we don't need to heal from."
[10:02]
Key Highlights:
- Authentic Leadership: Emphasizing vulnerability and authenticity as tools for effective leadership.
- Community Accountability: The role of community in supporting individual and collective wellness.
- Somatic Practices: Introducing body-focused techniques to manage stress and enhance well-being.
Microdosing Wellness: Practical Applications
The hosts and Lindsey discuss the concept of microdosing wellness—integrating small, manageable wellness practices into daily routines to foster long-term well-being.
Notable Quotes:
"Removing your presence from places where you don't feel loved, valued or respected is top tier self care."
[21:14] - Lindsey Fuller
"Proactivity is the way... we can start to bring others with us to Lindsay's one good thing, that is when the shift begins to really make a difference."
[45:22] - Jon McCoy
Practical Recommendations:
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Sleep Optimization:
"Study your sleep, figure out what you need to do. Sleep is vital."
[30:33] - Lindsey Fuller -
Audible Exhaling and Sighing:
"Audible exhaling and sighing across your workday when you're in a moment of stress is critical."
[30:33] -
Targeted Somatic Practices:
"Isolating the place on your body where you recognize holds stress and customizing your somatics to target that location."
[30:33]
Organizational Wellness and Professional Development
Lindsey Fuller elaborates on how Teaching Well integrates wellness into its organizational culture through dedicated professional development:
"We build human-centered explorations and practices into our professional development. Who I am working with today is not who I was working with four years ago."
[34:02]
Key Practices:
- Weekly Learning Sessions: Allocating significant time for team growth and learning.
- Rotating Somatic Openings: Ensuring diverse voices and practices are incorporated.
- Scenario Analysis and Consultancies: Engaging the team in real-world problem-solving exercises.
Impact on Team Dynamics:
"It provides incredible amounts of sustainability, not just for myself as the leader, but also for my supervisory team."
[37:16]
Personal Journeys and Authentic Growth
Both hosts share their personal challenges and growth throughout the year, illustrating the podcast's emphasis on authentic self-care and leadership.
Becky Endicott opens up about her personal journey:
"I have recently found out that I am ADHD and maybe on the spectrum somewhere... in almost a month because I was that burned out."
[13:55]
Lindsey Fuller discusses the importance of balancing professional passion with personal well-being:
"I love work... but I also need to find boundaries for myself because I enjoy what I do so much."
[22:10]
One Good Thing: Embracing Proactive Wellness
As the episode concludes, each participant shares their "One Good Thing," encapsulating the episode's core message.
Lindsey Fuller:
"We need to find the messy middle... when we choose each other, we can do hard things."
[43:53]
Jon McCoy:
"Proactivity is the way. If you haven't listened, go listen to the five episodes... there's something proactively that you can do."
[45:22]
Becky Endicott:
"If you feel like you're on the wrong road... If you have no self care... you got some work to do."
[39:55]
Conclusion and Resources
The episode wraps up by directing listeners to resources for further exploration:
- Gather at the Well Blog: theteachingwell.org
- Digital Mindful Toolkit: Includes free somatic videos and downloadable PDFs.
Final Thoughts:
"Let's heal out loud."
[38:40] - Lindsey Fuller
Call to Action: Listeners are encouraged to integrate microdosing wellness practices into their lives and organizations to foster sustainable growth and impactful leadership in 2025.
Resources Mentioned:
- Gather at the Well Series: theteachingwell.org
- Digital Mindful Toolkit: Available on the Teaching Well website.
- Impact Up Gatherings: Visit weareforgood.com/impactup for more information.
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This summary captures the essence of episode 592, highlighting the integration of wellness into nonprofit leadership and the importance of proactive self-care for sustainable impact.