345: Living with Purpose—Eastern and Western Insights into Habits and Growth
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Guest
Tamsin Astor: Tamsin Astor is a Chief Habit Scientist. She helps her clients shift their mindset, organize their vision, and improve their habits, creating productivity and joy! Dr. Astor’s clients reduce their decision-making, increasing their time and energy for fun!
Tamsin is a mother, a traveler and foodie. She believes travel breeds tolerance and cultivates gratitude and reflection.
Tamsin holds a PhD in neuroscience and psychology and a post-doctorate in education. She has certifications in yoga, coaching, mindset & ayurveda. She is an executive coach and the author of Force of Habit: Unleash Your Power by Developing Great Habits.
Summary
In this episode, Tamsin Astor discusses her approach to habit formation and wellness, integrating both Western and Eastern philosophies. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the "Big Why" behind habits and focusing on creating new, positive routines rather than solely addressing the root causes of negative habits.
Tamsin shares her personal journey, including her struggles with sleep and the impact of her son's cancer, which led her to explore Ayurveda and health coaching. She highlights the significance of personal responsibility, mindset, and the role of pleasure in daily life. Tamsin also touches on the importance of ethical frameworks in relationships and the value of diverse perspectives in her coaching practice.
Social Media
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamsin-astor/
https://substack.com/@drtamsin
About Jeff
Jeff Ikler is the Director of Quetico Leadership and Career Coaching. “Quetico” (KWEH-teh-co). He works with leaders in all aspects of life to identify and overcome obstacles in their desired future. He came to the field of coaching after a 35-year career in educational publishing. Prior to his career in educational publishing, Jeff taught high school U.S. history and government.
Jeff has hosted the “Getting Unstuck—Cultivating Curiosity” podcast for 5 years. The guests and topics he explores are designed to help listeners think differently about the familiar and welcome the new as something to consider. He is also the co-host of the Cultivating Resilience – A Whole Community Approach to Alleviating Trauma in Schools, which promotes mental health and overall wellness.
Jeff co-authored Shifting: How School Leaders Can Create a Culture of Change. Shifting integrates leadership development and change mechanics in a three-part change framework to help guide school leaders and their teams toward productive change.
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