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- 169Dr. Dawn Mann Part 2: Higher Hope Equals Less Math Anxiety! New Ways to View Success (episode 169)TEDx: How to Lead with Hope: Solution Focused Conversation Navigation We are joined by a very special guest, Dr. Dawn Man, the founder and CEO of New Dawn Training, as we explore why hope is crucial in the lives of children. As a leader in the education space, Dawn has trained school counselors and educators across the United States on creating well-rounded and thriving programs for students. Together, we'll uncover the three key elements of hope and why they are so important in helping young people develop the skills they need to succeed in life. Be sure to visit www.newdawntraining.com to learn more about the amazing work Dawn is doing. Pick up 30 Days to Higher Hopes today! Visit Cher Kretz's Amazon page to get yours today. Hello! I'm Cher Kretz I hope you enjoyed this interview. Please remember to follow this show to make sure you don't miss any future episodes. And Id love to stay in touch with you. Feel free to find me on Instagram at @ cher.thefocusedmindsetcoaching or sign up to get my monthly Hope Notes Newsletter. I will make sure you are in the know about how to communicate best in every situation using the solution-focused approach. Until next time, live solution-focused! Cher Kretz founder of www.thefocusedmindset.com The focused Mindset Coaching and Training services Instagram: Cher The Focused Mindset Is Solution Focused Coaching with Cher right for you? Book a free discovery call today at Cher Kretz Discovery Call Access Website: www.thefocusedmindset.com Leave me a question here CONTACT CHER and your topic may be the next one on Parenting With The Focused Mindset. Start the free Solution-Focused 3-day training here: https://www.thefocusedmindset.com/leadwithhopechallenge You want to have meaningful conversations with the people you love, but too many times, life gets in the way, and opportunities are missed. This is why I created the three-day conversation navigation challenge, and you can now join for free with this link. ALSO, you will get a 50% discount code for my Conversation Navigation Bundle that will give you both audio and video training and two courses and my book 30 Days to Higher Hopes sent to you. TEDx: How to Lead with Hope: Solution Focused Conversation Navigation https://youtu.be/Am3ZoF53BS0?si=ZaflEtnhsdjgJ2oN Instagram: Cher Kretz The Focused Mindset Podcast https://www.instagram.com/cherkretz_thefocusedmindset/ TikTok: @Cher Kretz The Focused Mindset https://www.tiktok.com/@cherkretz?lang=en Patreon Tip Jar: Your generous support helps me create more free resources and keep this podcast going strong. Thank you. https://thefocusedmindset.ck.page/products/tips-4-cher iThank you for listening. Feel free to share this episode. Until next time, Keep in touch, and take care.
- 170Dr. Linda Metcalf from Solution Focused Schools Unlimited: Have Solution Focused Conversations With Kids (Episode 170)Start the free Solution-Focused 3-day training here: https://www.thefocusedmindset.com/leadwithhopechallenge In this episode, we have a special guest - Dr. Linda Metcalf, a therapist and solution-focused expert. Linda is also a best-selling author and the host of the podcast 'Solution-Focused Schools Unlimited.' She gives us insights into how to communicate with kids using the solution-focused approach. Before we get started, HERE is a quick link for you to join our newsletter to stay updated! Introduction In July, Dr. Linda Metcalf is hosting her upcoming virtual conference, Solution Focused Schools Unlimited 2023. I share how it can benefit parents, educators, and school counselors. After introductions, Dr. Linda Metcalf shares her experience in the field of therapy and how she discovered the power of a solution-focused approach in helping people succeed in their personal and professional lives. Understanding Solution-Focused Approach Linda explains what the solution-focused approach is and how it differs from traditional therapy. She emphasizes the importance of focusing on solutions rather than problems and how this approach empowers individuals to take charge of their own lives. Applying Solution-Focused Approach with Kids Dr. Metcalf talks about how a solution-focused approach can be used to communicate with kids in a positive and constructive way. She shares practical tips on how to ask open-ended questions, listen actively, and reframe negative comments to positive ones. These techniques can help kids feel valued and heard, which can lead to greater self-confidence and resilience. Conclusion The conversation concludes with Dr. Metcalf sharing her final thoughts on how the solution-focused approach can transform communication with kids. She encourages parents and educators to adopt this approach to create a nurturing and supportive environment for children to thrive. Don't forget to check out Dr. Linda Metcalf's virtual conference Solution-Focused Schools Unlimited 2023. Tickets are on sale now! CLICK HERE to get more information. Blog: www.thefocusedmindset.com/blog-by-cher Instagram: Cher The Focused Mindset Website: www.thefocusedmindset.com Solution Focused Journals on Amazon, Including 30 Days To Higher Hopes Start the free Solution-Focused 3-day training here: https://www.thefocusedmindset.com/leadwithhopechallenge You want to have meaningful conversations with the people you love, but too many times, life gets in the way, and opportunities are missed. This is why I created the three-day conversation navigation challenge, and you can now join for free with this link. ALSO, you will get a 50% discount code for my Conversation Navigation Bundle that will give you both audio and video training and two courses and my book 30 Days to Higher Hopes sent to you. TEDx: How to Lead with Hope: Solution Focused Conversation Navigation https://youtu.be/Am3ZoF53BS0?si=ZaflEtnhsdjgJ2oN Instagram: Cher Kretz The Focused Mindset Podcast https://www.instagram.com/cherkretz_thefocusedmindset/ TikTok: @Cher Kretz The Focused Mindset https://www.tiktok.com/@cherkretz?lang=en Patreon Tip Jar: Your generous support helps me create more free resources and keep this podcast going strong. Thank you. https://thefocusedmindset.ck.page/products/tips-4-cher Thank you for listening. Feel free to share this episode. Until next time, Live Solution Focused!
- 171Moving Forward From Stress Using Solution-Focused Skills (episode 171)In this episode, our host Cher Kretz opens up and shares her personal experience with unexpected events that caused stress in her life. She then shares some tips on how to use solution-focused skills to move forward from stress. Mental Health Awareness Month dished out challenges! Cher shares her own experience of unexpected events that caused stress in her life and how she used solution-focused skills to cope with them. Using Solution-Focused Skills to Move Forward Cher shares practical tips on how to use solution-focused skills to move forward from stress. She emphasizes the importance of focusing on positive outcomes, setting achievable goals, and celebrating small successes. She also encourages listeners to seek support from family, friends, or mental health professionals when needed. Resources and Helpful Links! Pick up 30 Days to Higher Hopes today! Visit Cher Kretz's Amazon page Hello! I'm Cher Kretz I hope you enjoyed this interview. Please remember to follow this show to make sure you don't miss any future episodes. And Id love to stay in touch with you. Feel free to find me on Instagram at @ cher.thefocusedmindsetcoaching or sign up to get my monthly Hope Notes Newsletter. I will make sure you are in the know about how to communicate best in every situation using the solution-focused approach. Until next time, live solution-focused! Cher Kretz founder of www.thefocusedmindset.com The focused Mindset Coaching and Training services Remember, it's okay to ask for help if you're feeling overwhelmed. Cher encourages everyone to prioritize their mental health and well-being.
- 172How To Stop Criticizing for Better Relationships (episode 172)Learn how to move from being problem-focused to solution-focused with a few minor changes in how you communicate! CLICK HERE for your 35 free conversation starters Blog: www.thefocusedmindset.com/blog-by-cher Instagram: Cher The Focused Mindset Is Solution-Focused Coaching with Cher right for you? Book a free discovery call today at Cher Kretz Discovery Call Access. Website: www.thefocusedmindset.com Leave me a question here CONTACT CHER, and your topic may be the next one on Parenting With The Focused Mindset. www.thefocusedmindset.com/contact GPS Life Solution Focused Journals on Amazon. Get your thinking mat today at www.thinkingmats.com and put Focused Mindset at checkout to get your podcast listener discount. Thank you for listening. Feel free to share this episode. Until next time, Live Solution-Focused
- 173Capturing Kids Hearts Four Powerful Questions Part 1 (episode 173)Cher begins the episode by discussing the importance of having a solution-focused mindset when another person is not acting appropriately. Instead of entering into a power struggle, you can use the same skills used by many teachers from Capturing Kids Hearts. By focusing on solutions rather than problems, individuals can approach decision-making with a more positive outlook. She then introduces the four questions that can help individuals make better choices. Cher provides examples of how these questions can be applied in different situations, such as choosing a career path or deciding whether to end a relationship. Tune in to this insightful episode to learn how these four questions can help you make better choices in your life. CLICK HERE for your 35 free conversation starters Blog: www.thefocusedmindset.com/blog-by-cher Instagram: Cher The Focused Mindset Website: www.thefocusedmindset.com Leave me a question here CONTACT CHER, and your topic may be the next one on Parenting With The Focused Mindset. www.thefocusedmindset.com/contact GPS Life Solution Focused Journals on Amazon. Get your thinking mat today at www.thinkingmats.com and put Focused Mindset at checkout to get your podcast listener discount. Thank you for listening. Feel free to share this episode. Until next time, Live Solution-Focused
- 174Capturing Kids Hearts: Before You Punish Part 2 (Episode 174)In this episode, we look at the Capturing Kids Hearts program and how it can help parents and caregivers in their interactions with children. Cher Kretz shares her experience with the program and discusses how its questions and skills can be used when children are off task or defiant. Key Takeaways The Capturing Kids Hearts program can help parents and caregivers communicate effectively with children The program emphasizes building relationships and creating a positive classroom or home environment The program's questions and skills can be adapted for use outside of the classroom Episode Overview Cher talks about one part of the Capturing Kids Hearts program, a social and emotional learning program designed for educators. She shares how she discovered the program and its impact on her teaching and personal life. She then discusses how the program's questions and skills can be adapted for use outside of the classroom, particularly in interactions with children who may be off task or defiant. Parents and caregivers can communicate more effectively with children and proactively address issues by emphasizing building relationships and creating a positive environment. Tune in to this informative episode to learn how the Capturing Kids Hearts program can help parents and caregivers communicate more effectively with children and create a positive environment in the home. CLICK HERE for your 35 free conversation starters, and get the newsletter each month Blog: www.thefocusedmindset.com/blog-by-cher Instagram: Cher The Focused Mindset Website: www.thefocusedmindset.com Solution-Focused Journals by Cher Kretz on Amazon. Get your thinking mat today at www.thinkingmats.com and put Focused Mindset at checkout to get your podcast listener discount. Thank you for listening. Feel free to share this episode. Until next time, Live Solution-Focused
- 175Finding Balance with Media and Gaming: Solution-Focused Steps for Busy Parents (episode 175)In today's episode, we will discuss practical and solution-focused tips to help you find balance with social media and gaming, not just for the summer but for the long term. With the increasing influence of digital platforms, it's crucial to maintain a healthy relationship with technology while enjoying other aspects of life. Let's dive into our eight tips for achieving this balance. Start the free Solution-Focused 3-day training here: https://www.thefocusedmindset.com/leadwithhopechallenge You want to have meaningful conversations with the people you love, but too many times, life gets in the way, and opportunities are missed. This is why I created the three-day conversation navigation challenge, and you can now join for free with this link. ALSO, you will get a 50% discount code for my Conversation Navigation Bundle that will give you both audio and video training and two courses and my book 30 Days to Higher Hopes sent to you. TEDx: How to Lead with Hope: Solution Focused Conversation Navigation https://youtu.be/Am3ZoF53BS0?si=ZaflEtnhsdjgJ2oN Instagram: Cher Kretz The Focused Mindset Podcast https://www.instagram.com/cherkretz_thefocusedmindset/ Patreon Tip Jar: Your generous support helps me create more free resources and keep this podcast going strong. Thank you. https://thefocusedmindset.ck.page/products/tips-4-cher Join Cher's newsletter CLICK HERE for your 35 free conversation starters Blog: www.thefocusedmindset.com/blog-by-cher Instagram: Cher The Focused Mindset IWebsite: www.thefocusedmindset.com Thank you for listening. Feel free to share this episode. Until next time, Live Solution-Focused
- 176Body Image and Weight: How To Talk To Kids with Four Solution-Focused Questions (episode 176)It's impossible to live up to society's norms regarding body image. In this episode, let's explore how to communicate with our kids about weight and health with a solution-focused mindset and caring sensitivity. CLICK HERE for Cher's newsletter and to get your 35 free conversation starters Blog: www.thefocusedmindset.com/blog-by-cher Instagram: Cher The Focused Mindset Is Solution-Focused Coaching with Cher right for you? Book a free discovery call today at Cher Kretz Discovery Call Access. Website: www.thefocusedmindset.com Leave me a question here CONTACT CHER, and your topic may be the next one on Parenting With The Focused Mindset. www.thefocusedmindset.com/contact GPS Life Solution Focused Journals on Amazon. Get your thinking mat today at www.thinkingmats.com and put Focused Mindset at checkout to get your podcast listener discount. Thank you for listening. Feel free to share this episode. Until next time, Live Solution-Focused
- 177Change Problem Talk to Solution Talk in Your Next Conversation (Episode 177)In this episode, we revisit the content of Episode 154, which made a big impact on many people who use the solution-focused approach. We will explore how to change problem talk to solution talk in any conversation and improve communication by focusing on solutions rather than problems. Listen in as I share a story about a child struggling because she couldn't see her parent any longer. Solution-focused questions make all the difference. CLICK HERE for your 35 free conversation starters Blog: www.thefocusedmindset.com/blog-by-cher Instagram: Cher The Focused Mindset Is Solution-Focused Coaching with Cher right for you? Book a free discovery call today at Cher Kretz Discovery Call Access. Website: www.thefocusedmindset.com Leave me a question here CONTACT CHER, and your topic may be the next one on Parenting With The Focused Mindset. www.thefocusedmindset.com/contact GPS Life Solution Focused Journals on Amazon. Get your thinking mat today at www.thinkingmats.com and put Focused Mindset at checkout to get your podcast listener discount. Thank you for listening. Feel free to share this episode. Until next time, Live Solution-Focused
- 178Solution Focused Schools Unlimited Conference Time! Here is what you need to know (episode 178)This short episode tells you about Dr. Linda Metcalf's Solution Focused Schools Unlimited conference happening this month. Here is the website: https://solutionfocusedschool.com/conference/#:~:text=Solution%20Focused%20School%20Conference%20%7C%20July%2027%20%26%2028%2C%202023 I would love to see you there! CLICK HERE for your 35 free conversation starters Blog: www.thefocusedmindset.com/blog-by-cher Instagram: Cher The Focused Mindset Is Solution-Focused Coaching with Cher right for you? Book a free discovery call today at Cher Kretz Discovery Call Access. Website: www.thefocusedmindset.com Leave me a question here CONTACT CHER, and your topic may be the next one on Parenting With The Focused Mindset. www.thefocusedmindset.com/contact GPS Life Solution Focused Journals on Amazon. Get your thinking mat today at www.thinkingmats.com and put Focused Mindset at checkout to get your podcast listener discount. Thank you for listening. Feel free to share this episode. Until next time, Live Solution-Focused
- 179Face Your Fear and Embrace Hope (episode 179)Would you like Cher's newesletter and hope notes? CLICK HERE Check out 30 Days To Higher Hopes on Amazon here Fear is a universal emotion that we all encounter at different points in our lives. In this episode, we explore a powerful approach to dealing with fear: facing it head-on. Instead of running from fear, what if we turned around to acknowledge its presence and ask, "What does it mean?" 💡 Main Takeaways: Hello, Fear: Acknowledge fear when it arises within you. Take a moment to pause and reflect on its significance. Reflect on Past Success: Consider how you've tackled similar feelings in the past. Draw inspiration from your past successes and strategies. From Fear to Hope: Imagine fear and hope in a conversation – fear represents an unsolved problem, while hope offers a solution. Embrace hope as a catalyst for growth. Powerful Self-Care: Practice self-care by breathing deeply and acknowledging your emotions. Extend self-love to nurture inner strength. Promoting Hope: Engage in conversations that shift perspectives from fear to hope. Empower yourself and others through supportive dialogue. 🌟 Action Steps: When fear arises, pause and say, "Hello, fear." Reflect on its significance and potential solutions. Recall past challenges you've overcome. Envision the version of yourself that conquered those obstacles. Practice self-care: Take a moment to breathe deeply and extend self-love to yourself. Engage in powerful conversations that promote hope and positivity. Lead with courage and inspire others to embrace fear as a pathway to hope. Remember, fear can be transformed into a stepping stone for growth and courage. By acknowledging it and facing it head-on, we can promote hope and positivity in our lives and the lives of those around us. Share your thoughts on embracing fear for hope and courage in the comments below! Listen to the full episode for insightful discussions on embracing fear and transforming it into a source of hope and empowerment. 🎧🌈 CLICK HERE for your 35 free conversation starters Blog: www.thefocusedmindset.com/blog-by-cher Instagram: Cher The Focused Mindset Website: www.thefocusedmindset.com Leave me a question here CONTACT CHER, and your topic may be the next one on Parenting With The Focused Mindset. www.thefocusedmindset.com/contact GPS Life Solution Focused Journals on Amazon. Get your thinking mat today at www.thinkingmats.com and put Focused Mindset at checkout to get your podcast listener discount. Thank you for listening. Feel free to share this episode. Until next time, Live Solution-Focused
- 180Time to Get Started Episode 180To Join my email and hope notes community free and to make sure you don't miss any of the details about my upcoming TEDx talk, CLICK LINK HERE You know that feeling when you're about to start something new, but instead of diving right in, you find yourself getting caught up in distractions? Maybe you think, "Oh, I just need to watch a few more YouTube videos," or "I should probably get more training before I begin." Sound familiar? Well, let me tell you, my friend, that's where many of us completely fall apart. We keep avoiding that crucial first step, and it's time to change that. It's time to say, "I'm worth it!" Even if we don't feel like we are every single day, taking action is what shows our brain that we are. You know, it's funny how our brain works. Have you ever experienced writer's block when trying to write a big paper? It's like your mind goes blank as soon as you sit down. But here's the thing – once you start jotting down a few ideas, even if they come from a chatbot like GPT or wherever suddenly, your creative juices start flowing. You're like, "Wow, I've got a story to share!" You're eager to find the perfect words to express yourself. That's the part of your brain we want to tap into. Right now. Trust me, you've got this. Take that leap of faith and unlock your potential. Ready to get started? Let's do it! CLICK HERE for your 35 free conversation starters Blog: www.thefocusedmindset.com/blog-by-cher Instagram: Cher The Focused Mindset Is Solution-Focused Coaching with Cher right for you? Book a free discovery call today at Cher Kretz Discovery Call Access. Website: www.thefocusedmindset.com Leave me a question here CONTACT CHER, and your topic may be the next one on Parenting With The Focused Mindset. www.thefocusedmindset.com/contact GPS Life Solution Focused Journals on Amazon. Get your thinking mat today at www.thinkingmats.com and put Focused Mindset at checkout to get your podcast listener discount. Thank you for listening. Feel free to share this episode. Until next time, Live Solution-Focused
- 181Matt Cameron: Discover Solutions! (Episode 181)Start the free Solution-Focused 3-day training here: https://www.thefocusedmindset.com/leadwithhopechallenge In this episode, we welcome Matt Cameron, a solution-focused expert and teacher from New Zealand. Matt's expertise lies in guiding individuals toward effective communication that centers on solutions. This episode is packed with valuable insights and real-life examples that showcase the power of solution-focused thinking. Key Highlights: Matt Cameron introduces himself and his background as a solution-focused expert and teacher. Solution-focused communication is about shifting focus from problems to solutions, fostering positive thinking and progress. Matt shares practical techniques that guide conversations toward solution-oriented outcomes. Real-life examples illustrate how solution-focused communication has transformed teams and individuals, leading to change. The key takeaway is that we have the ability to shape conversations and outcomes by adopting a solution-focused mindset. Connect with Matt Cameron on his website https://discoversolutions.nz/ and learn more. Tune in to this enlightening episode for a deep dive into the art of focusing on solutions with Matt Cameron, and discover new ways to communicate that can drive meaningful change in various aspects of your life. Start the free Solution-Focused 3-day training here: https://www.thefocusedmindset.com/leadwithhopechallenge You want to have meaningful conversations with the people you love, but too many times, life gets in the way, and opportunities are missed. This is why I created the three-day conversation navigation challenge, and you can now join for free with this link. ALSO, you will get a 50% discount code for my Conversation Navigation Bundle that will give you both audio and video training and two courses and my book 30 Days to Higher Hopes sent to you. TEDx: How to Lead with Hope: Solution Focused Conversation Navigation https://youtu.be/Am3ZoF53BS0?si=ZaflEtnhsdjgJ2oN Instagram: Cher Kretz The Focused Mindset Podcast https://www.instagram.com/cherkretz_thefocusedmindset/ Patreon Tip Jar: Your generous support helps me create more free resources and keep this podcast going strong. Thank you. https://thefocusedmindset.ck.page/products/tips-4-cher Website: www.thefocusedmindset.com www.thefocusedmindset.com/contact Solution Focused Journals on Amazon YouTube: Cher The Focused Mindset Instagram: Cher The Focused Mindset
- 182How to Talk It Out When Your Stressed Out (episode 182)In this episode, we will talk about how to communicate well with every person in your family when times are busy or stressful. Nobody can avoid busy seasons. So, the way we communicate can make all the difference. Start the free Solution-Focused 3-day training here: https://www.thefocusedmindset.com/leadwithhopechallenge You want to have meaningful conversations with the people you love, but too many times, life gets in the way, and opportunities are missed. This is why I created the three-day conversation navigation challenge, and you can now join for free with this link. ALSO, you will get a 50% discount code for my Conversation Navigation Bundle that will give you both audio and video training and two courses and my book 30 Days to Higher Hopes sent to you. TEDx: How to Lead with Hope: Solution Focused Conversation Navigation https://youtu.be/Am3ZoF53BS0?si=ZaflEtnhsdjgJ2oN Instagram: Cher Kretz The Focused Mindset Podcast https://www.instagram.com/cherkretz_thefocusedmindset/ Patreon Tip Jar: Your generous support helps me create more free resources and keep this podcast going strong. Thank you. https://thefocusedmindset.ck.page/products/tips-4-cher CLICK HERE for your 35 free conversation starters and Cher's newsletter Blog: www.thefocusedmindset.com/blog-by-cher GPS Life Solution Focused Journals on Amazon. Get your thinking mat today at www.thinkingmats.com and put Focused Mindset at checkout to get your podcast listener discount. Thank you for listening. Feel free to share this episode. Until next time, Live Solution-Focused
- 183Eliminate Bullying with Michelle Myers and Stephanie Fletcher Part 1 (episode 183)Start the free Solution-Focused 3-day training here: https://www.thefocusedmindset.com/leadwithhopechallenge The Eliminate Bullying training I got with these two ladies was by far the most relevant and effective training I have ever had on bullying. I am so excited to welcome Michelle and Stephanie to our show to talk to us about this subject. This conversation is going to be published in three parts. You will be enriched and full of ideas with each and every topic we cover in this three-part series. To get their free resource and to learn more go to eliminatebullying.com CLICK HERE for your 35 free conversation starters Blog: www.thefocusedmindset.com/blog-by-cher Instagram: Cher The Focused Mindset Website: www.thefocusedmindset.com GPS Life Solution Focused Journals on Amazon. Thank you for listening. Feel free to share this episode. Until next time, Live Solution-Focused You want to have meaningful conversations with the people you love, but too many times, life gets in the way, and opportunities are missed. This is why I created the three-day conversation navigation challenge, and you can now join for free with this link. ALSO, you will get a 50% discount code for my Conversation Navigation Bundle that will give you both audio and video training and two courses and my book 30 Days to Higher Hopes sent to you. TEDx: How to Lead with Hope: Solution Focused Conversation Navigation https://youtu.be/Am3ZoF53BS0?si=ZaflEtnhsdjgJ2oN Instagram: Cher Kretz The Focused Mindset Podcast https://www.instagram.com/cherkretz_thefocusedmindset/ Patreon Tip Jar: Your generous support helps me create more free resources and keep this podcast going strong. Thank you. https://thefocusedmindset.ck.page/products/tips-4-cher
- 184Eliminate Bullying: Focus on the Problem Not The Person with Michelle Myers and Stephanie Fletcher Part 2 (episode 184)Start the free Solution-Focused 3-day training here: https://www.thefocusedmindset.com/leadwithhopechallenge Find out more about the unique bullying intervention taught by Stephanie Fletcher and Michelle Myers from www.eliminatebullying.com. CLICK HERE for your 35 free conversation starters Blog: www.thefocusedmindset.com/blog-by-cher Instagram: Cher The Focused Mindset Is Solution-Focused Coaching with Cher right for you? Book a free discovery call today at Cher Kretz Discovery Call Access. Website: www.thefocusedmindset.com GPS Life Solution Focused Journals on Amazon. Thank you for listening. Feel free to share this episode. Until next time, Live Solution-Focused You want to have meaningful conversations with the people you love, but too many times, life gets in the way, and opportunities are missed. This is why I created the three-day conversation navigation challenge, and you can now join for free with this link. This is one step you can take to start new conversation habits. I will discuss each day in the next three episodes and why they are so impactful. I will be your guide to get the most out of your communication. As a bonus, you will grow stronger yourself. ALSO, you will get a 50% discount code for my Conversation Navigation Bundle that will give you both audio and video training and two courses and my book 30 Days to Higher Hopes sent to you. TEDx: How to Lead with Hope: Solution Focused Conversation Navigation Patreon Tip Jar: Your generous support helps me create more free resources and keep this podcast going strong. Thank you. https://thefocusedmindset.ck.page/products/tips-4-cher
- 185Eliminate Bullying: How To Empower Kids To Solve The Problem with Michelle Myers and Stephanie Fletcher Part 3 (episode 185)Time to unpack exactly how to eliminate bullying using narrative therapy and the solution-focused approach to have 100% success in stopping bullying behaviors. Michelle and Stephanie share examples of how this works so well. CLICK HERE for your 35 free conversation starters Blog: www.thefocusedmindset.com/blog-by-cher Instagram: Cher The Focused Mindset Is Solution-Focused Coaching with Cher right for you? Book a free discovery call today at Cher Kretz Discovery Call Access. Website: www.thefocusedmindset.com Leave me a question here CONTACT CHER, and your topic may be the next one on Parenting With The Focused Mindset. www.thefocusedmindset.com/contact GPS Life Solution Focused Journals on Amazon. Get your thinking mat today at www.thinkingmats.com and put Focused Mindset at checkout to get your podcast listener discount. Thank you for listening. Feel free to share this episode. Until next time, Live Solution-Focused
- 186How To Listen To Find Strengths (episode 186)Listening is a skill that many people feel like they have. However, very few actually listen in a way that focuses on the other person's strengths. This is a key solution-focused skill and the one we cover in this episode. CLICK HERE for your 35 free conversation starters Blog: www.thefocusedmindset.com/blog-by-cher Instagram: Cher The Focused Mindset Website: www.thefocusedmindset.com Leave me a question here CONTACT CHER, and your topic may be the next one on Parenting With The Focused Mindset. www.thefocusedmindset.com/contact GPS Life Solution Focused Journals on Amazon. Get your thinking mat today at www.thinkingmats.com and put Focused Mindset at checkout to get your podcast listener discount. Thank you for listening. Feel free to share this episode. Until next time, Live Solution-Focused
- 187Dan Gentry: Finding Purpose and Breaking Generational Habits For a Third Power Life (episode 187)In this episode, we have a special guest, Dan Gentry, a TEDx speaker and performance coach from Ocala, Florida. Dan is the founder of Third Power Performance, https://thirdpowerlife.com/ a company dedicated to making the world a better place by helping individuals find their personal purpose. Dan begins by discussing his mission to help people take command of their lives instead of drifting through life aimlessly. He introduces the concept of being a drifter or a commander, emphasizing that many of us find ourselves in the position of drifting without direction. Dan's passion lies in coaching and guiding individuals towards finding their purpose and providing them with the necessary tools and insights to avoid common pitfalls. Dan opens up about his personal mission in life, which centers around the idea of breaking generational habits. He references the song "Cat's in the Cradle" to illustrate the importance of finding work-life harmony and not sacrificing precious time with family for the sake of work. He shares that he used to believe that working hard, getting promoted, and making more money was the ultimate plan, but he realized the emptiness of this pursuit. He concludes by emphasizing that achieving great things requires a work-life harmony rather than a strict balance. He encourages individuals to focus on their goals with a determined mindset, even if it means being temporarily out of balance. Dan finds fulfillment in helping others break generational patterns and witnessing the positive impact it has on their lives. Join us for this inspiring conversation with Dan Gentry as we delve into finding purpose, breaking generational habits, and embracing a focused mindset. CLICK HERE for your 35 free conversation starters Blog: www.thefocusedmindset.com/blog-by-cher Instagram: Cher The Focused Mindset Website: www.thefocusedmindset.com www.thefocusedmindset.com/contact GPS Life Solution Focused Journals on Amazon. Thank you for listening. Feel free to share this episode. Until next time, Live Solution-Focused
- 188Would you rather? How to Level Up to Solution Focused Communication (episode 188)Did you know that how you think about people matters. It affects how you discribe them and in the long run it affects how much posotive impact you are able to make with those you love. Learn how to change problem talk to solution talk in this episode. CLICK HERE for your 35 free conversation starters Blog: www.thefocusedmindset.com/blog-by-cher Instagram: Cher The Focused Mindset Is Solution-Focused Coaching with Cher right for you? Book a free discovery call today at Cher Kretz Discovery Call Access. Website: www.thefocusedmindset.com GPS Life Solution Focused Journals on Amazon. Get your thinking mat today at www.thinkingmats.com and put Focused Mindset at checkout to get your podcast listener discount. Thank you for listening. Feel free to share this episode. Until next time, Live Solution-Focused
- 189TEDx Ocala Reflections, Recap, and What I Learned (episode 189)In this episode, Cher Kretz announces her upcoming TEDx talk and shares the unexpected lessons she learned throughout the process. She discusses the importance of humility, being teachable, and embracing the uncomfortable. Cher reflects on her TEDx talk experience and the support she received from her community. The episode concludes with a preview of upcoming episodes and a reminder to live a solution-focused life. CLICK HERE for your 35 free conversation starters Blog: www.thefocusedmindset.com/blog-by-cher Instagram: Cher Kretz The Focused Mindset
- 190How To Lead With Hope For Better Conversations Right Now! TEDx announcement episode 190)Let's get right to the point... My TEDx talk: How to Lead with Hope: Solution-Focused Conversation Navigation is now live on YouTube and ready for you to view! Listen by clicking this link: https://youtu.be/Am3ZoF53BS0?si=of8EPIEZkSy-6ik_ You can get my HOPE NOTES newsletter Right HERE For more information on how to book me to talk at your next event, go to Cherkretz.com I hope that this message will help your holiday gatherings be calm and peaceful. I hope that you can make connections with new and old friends and loved ones in a new way using solution-focused strategies to navigate your conversation. After listening to the talk please let me know what you think by leaving a comment and feel free to share the alk on any of your social platforms.
- 191Dr. Sarah Kirk on MTSS: What is it and How Does It Help Kids Thrive?MTSS is the acronym for Multi Tiered Levels of Support and to explain this best practice I invited Dr. Sarah Kirk. She is a school counselor and ASCA trainer who explains MTSS so clearly, as well as shares so much more about the best way to help kids grow and ensure their needs are met. It's all about focusing on what counts as well as what is needed and it works for families and companies as well. Let's talk about it in this informative episode. Learn more about Dr. Sarah Kirk on Instagram at Counselor_Kirk or head over to https://yoga4classrooms.com/ to learn more about her company. Tune in next week when we dive into the wonderful world of mindfulness and yoga with Dr. Kirk in part 2 of our conversation. Have you watched the TEDx talk by Cher Kretz How to Lead with Hope: Solution-focused Conversation Navigation? If not how about watching it right now? https://youtu.be/Am3ZoF53BS0?si=56N7zYGoOzTwmcY9 Learn more about Cher Kretz and The Focused Mindset at: https://www.thefocusedmindset.com/
- 192Dr Sarah Kirk: How Mindfulness and Movement Keeps Them Learning, Yoga 4 Classrooms (ep 192)Find out more about Dr. Sarah Kirk's Yoga 4 Classrooms at https://yoga4classrooms.com/. Enjoy this second part of my conversation with Dr. Kirk and hear part one jump over to episode 191. You won't want to miss it. In this episode, we discuss how movement helps us all, and how it helps kids in the classrooms and we end with a discussion about hope and perseverance in life. Join Cher Kretz's How to Lead with Hope 3-Day Challenge where you learn how to implement the skills she talked about in her TEDx Talk How to Lead with Hope: Solution-Focused Conversation Navigation. It is free and a wonderful way to start the next season of your life. https://thefocusedmindset.ck.page/cda3d258b2 Watch the TEDX https://youtu.be/Am3ZoF53BS0?si=u6RrNRPhfyzYz0h7 Cher Kretz brings 20+ years of experience right to you with solution-focused products and coaching services. Blog: www.thefocusedmindset.com/blog-by-cher Instagram: Cher Kretz The Focused Mindset Is Solution Focused Coaching with Cher right for you? Book a free discovery call today at Cher Kretz Discovery Call Access Website: www.cherkretz.com GPS Life Solution Focused Journals on Amazon
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