The VUCA FIT Show, hosted by Kevin Oldham and Jose Bolaños, is a transformative podcast that dives into personal growth and self-discovery.
Leveraging the VUCA Fit™️ framework, this show offers a blend of insightful conversations, guest appearances, and the rich experiences of the hosts.
Each episode aims to guide listeners through the complexities of life, addressing the 'hole' in one's soul with practical wisdom and empowering strategies.
Join us on this journey to uncover resilience, find purpose, and foster a fulfilling life amid the chaos of the modern world.
In this episode, Jose Bolaños and I take a deep dive into the science and practice of self-observation, which is a powerful tool for understanding and transforming our habits. We break down the concept into practical stages, showing how self-awareness plays a critical role in recognizing patterns of behavior that often go unnoticed. By developing this skill, we can learn to regulate our responses, making conscious decisions instead of reacting on autopilot.
Takeaways:
- Self-observation is crucial for changing habits.
- Awareness of one's behavior is the first step to change.
- There are different stages of self-observation: retrospective, real-time, and anticipatory.
- Self-regulation involves changing one's response to triggers.
- Commitment to change is essential for lasting behavior modification.
- Using reminders can help maintain focus on desired changes.
- Self-observation can reveal patterns in behavior that need addressing.
- The process of self-observation can lead to greater self-awareness.
- Recognizing triggers allows for better emotional regulation.
- The ultimate goal of self-observation is to gain freedom in choices.
More about Kevin:
Kevin Oldham is an entrepreneur from Kansas City with businesses in management consulting and wellness. He founded Diffactory, a consultancy that helps small to mid-sized businesses grow and retain customers. Kevin also co-owns The Smoothie Shop & Supplements, offering quality nutrition products and supporting entrepreneurs. His latest venture, VUCA Fit™, helps business leaders find fulfillment in their work and life. Kevin is dedicated to growth and well-being in all his endeavors.
More about Jose:
Jose Eduardo Bolaños is a trailblazer in coaching in Nicaragua, with over a decade of experience helping leaders and entrepreneurs grow across 13 countries. As Nicaragua’s first certified coach through the International Coaching Federation, he’s worked with hundreds of executives and business owners, influencing thousands through his talks and courses. Jose’s focus on presence-based coaching, which centers on full awareness for leadership growth, has made him a key player in driving cultural change in organizations. Outside of coaching, he’s an adventurer at heart, with a passion for surfing and adventure sports, living out his philosophy of balanced development and leadership.
More from Kevin:
Instagram: thekevinoldham
Facebook: koldhamKevinkc
TikTok:koinkc
LinkedIn: kevin oldham
More from Jose:
LinkedIn: joseeduardobolanos
Instagram: jose_bolanos_unbreakable
Facebook: Bolaños Jose
More from Vuca Fit:
Website: https://vucafit.com/
Facebook: vucafitlife
Instagram: vuca_fit
27 Sept 2024
Iterate or Die
Today, Jose and I explore the idea of iteration - how it shows up in both life and business. We talk about the process behind writing our upcoming book and how creativity doesn’t always follow a straight line.
Sometimes, you hit a wall, and stepping back actually helps you see things more clearly. It’s interesting how that space for reflection brings new insights.
We also get into the importance of failure as a real part of growth—it teaches us more than success often does. The key takeaway here? Action. The more we iterate, the more we improve. This process never really stops, and that’s what makes it so powerful.
Takeaways:
- Iteration is a natural part of life and business.
- Different strategies can lead to progress until they don't.
- The creative process is not linear, it requires flexibility.
- Taking breaks can provide new insights and perspectives.
- Learning from failures is crucial for growth.
- Adapting to change is essential for business success.
- Curiosity and enthusiasm drive great work.
- Dying empty means taking action on what matters now.
- Trusting the process can lead to unexpected breakthroughs.
- Iteration is an infinite process that fosters continuous improvement.
More about Kevin:
Kevin Oldham is an entrepreneur from Kansas City with businesses in management consulting and wellness. He founded Diffactory, a consultancy that helps small to mid-sized businesses grow and retain customers. Kevin also co-owns The Smoothie Shop & Supplements, offering quality nutrition products and supporting entrepreneurs. His latest venture, VUCA Fit™, helps business leaders find fulfillment in their work and life. Kevin is dedicated to growth and well-being in all his endeavors.
More about Jose:
Jose Eduardo Bolaños is a trailblazer in coaching in Nicaragua, with over a decade of experience helping leaders and entrepreneurs grow across 13 countries. As Nicaragua’s first certified coach through the International Coaching Federation, he’s worked with hundreds of executives and business owners, influencing thousands through his talks and courses. Jose’s focus on presence-based coaching, which centers on full awareness for leadership growth, has made him a key player in driving cultural change in organizations. Outside of coaching, he’s an adventurer at heart, with a passion for surfing and adventure sports, living out his philosophy of balanced development and leadership.
More from Kevin:
Instagram: thekevinoldham
Facebook: koldhamKevinkc
TikTok:koinkc
LinkedIn: kevin oldham
More from Jose:
LinkedIn: joseeduardobolanos
Instagram: jose_bolanos_unbreakable
Facebook: Bolaños Jose
More from Vuca Fit:
Website: https://vucafit.com/
Facebook: vucafitlife
Instagram: vuca_fit
13 Sept 2024
Navigating Anxiety: Kevin’s Insights on the Window of Tolerance
In this episode of the VUCA Fit Show, I dive into the concept of the 'window of tolerance,' which has been a game-changer for me in understanding how we manage our emotions during life’s challenges. I share some personal experiences, especially about dealing with anxiety when I was withdrawing from medication. Through this, I’ve learned just how crucial self-awareness and tools like meditation and breathing techniques are. It's all about maintaining a balanced emotional state even when the world feels chaotic.
I hope these insights and practical tips help you build your own emotional resilience and navigate your own window of tolerance more effectively.
Takeaways:
- The window of tolerance helps manage emotional responses.
- Narrowing your window of tolerance leads to a balanced mindset.
- Self-awareness is key to managing anxiety and stress.
- Breathing techniques can effectively reduce anxiety.
- Meditation is a valuable tool for emotional regulation.
- Personal experiences can provide insight into coping strategies.
- It's important to have a toolkit for managing emotions.
- Training and practice enhance emotional resilience.
- Living in a VUCA world requires effective coping mechanisms.
- You have the power to control your responses to stress.
More about Kevin:
Kevin Oldham is an entrepreneur from Kansas City with businesses in management consulting and wellness. He founded Diffactory, a consultancy that helps small to mid-sized businesses grow and retain customers. Kevin also co-owns The Smoothie Shop & Supplements, offering quality nutrition products and supporting entrepreneurs. His latest venture, VUCA Fit™, helps business leaders find fulfillment in their work and life. Kevin is dedicated to growth and well-being in all his endeavors.
More about Jose:
Jose Eduardo Bolaños is a trailblazer in coaching in Nicaragua, with over a decade of experience helping leaders and entrepreneurs grow across 13 countries. As Nicaragua’s first certified coach through the International Coaching Federation, he’s worked with hundreds of executives and business owners, influencing thousands through his talks and courses. Jose’s focus on presence-based coaching, which centers on full awareness for leadership growth, has made him a key player in driving cultural change in organizations. Outside of coaching, he’s an adventurer at heart, with a passion for surfing and adventure sports, living out his philosophy of balanced development and leadership.
More from Kevin:
Instagram: thekevinoldham
Facebook: koldhamKevinkc
TikTok:koinkc
LinkedIn: kevin oldham
More from Jose:
LinkedIn: joseeduardobolanos
Instagram: jose_bolanos_unbreakable
Facebook: Bolaños Jose
More from Vuca Fit:
Website: https://vucafit.com/
Facebook: vucafitlife
Instagram: vuca_fit
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