This 'recovering perfectionist' learned how to convert stress into creativity

"I existed for a solid 20 years of my life as an entrepreneur, overworking and over-doing... it really started to affect my health... I had to learn how to slow down and I had to learn how to create space. 

—Valerie D'Ambrosio, VDA Coaching

Part 1: The story of a "recovering perfectionist"

Highlights:

• Why trying to make every area of your life perfect is not sustainable. 
• Recognizing "above the line" and "below the line" energy.

Part 2: Create space

Highlights:

• Why people spend 98 percent of the time in a state of judgement, blame, stress and overwhelm. 
• Key methods to shifting from stress and overwhelm to creativity and joy.  

Part 3: Appreciating the skeptic

Highlights:

• How to appreciate the pessimist, and why this could completely transform your team.
• How to approach toxic negativity and discern when to say "no."

Part 4: Make the shift 

Highlights:

• One simple and effective practice of every great conscious leader.  
• The most effective method for shifting yourself out of being a "victim of life."

Part 5: Overcome limiting beliefs

Highlights:

• The three blocks that are useful to recognize when we are getting in our own way.

This session—Conscious Leadership: Tips & Tools for Designing a Thriving Life—was recorded at Natural Products Expo East 2016.