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Someone Gets Me speaks to the gifted visionary who lies inside of you. Hosted by Dianne A. Allen, this podcast was created for those gifted and talented people who lie awake feeling alone inside. You are no longer alone. I created this podcast because we’ve all been there – feeling not understood, feeling not seen, feeling like people don’t care. You will hear from gifted people who have gotten over the chasm and have taken the leap to really create something special.
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In this podcast episode, Dianne A. Allen discusses the essence of true leadership, emphasizing that it transcends titles and positions. She highlights key qualities such as integrity, authenticity, consistency, kindness, empathy, approachability, accountability, empowerment, and genuine caring. Drawing from her three-decade career, Dianne shares insights and personal anecdotes, illustrating how real leaders often emerge organically within teams. She encourages listeners to reflect on these qualities in themselves and others, underscoring that leadership can manifest in both professional and personal contexts, and that everyone has the potential to be a leader.
- Definition of true leadership beyond titles and positions
- Importance of integrity in leadership
- Role of authenticity in effective leadership
- Significance of consistency in behavior and communication
- Value of kindness in leadership interactions
- Necessity of empathy for understanding team members
- Approachability as a key trait for leaders
- Accountability in leadership actions and decisions
- Empowerment of team members to foster growth
- Genuine caring for team members' well-being and development
You have a vision inside to create something bigger than you. What you need is a community and a mentor. Personal mentoring will inspire you to grow, transform, and connect in new ways. The Someone Gets Me Experience could be that perfect solution to bringing your heart's desire into reality. You will grow, transform, and connect.
https://msdianneallen.com/someone-gets-me-experience/
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Tuesday Nov 12, 2024
Tuesday Nov 12, 2024
In this episode of the "Someone Gets Me" podcast, host Dianne A. Allen explores the crucial types of rest needed by multi-potential, gifted, and intensely sensitive individuals. Drawing from her personal experiences, Dianne discusses creative, physical, emotional, sensory, and social rest. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing and honoring these needs to combat challenges like compassion fatigue and decision fatigue. Dianne offers practical advice, such as spending time in nature, listening to one's body, and creating a calm environment, to help listeners maintain their well-being and creativity in an often overwhelming world.
Discussion:
- Importance of rest for multi-potential, gifted, and sensitive individuals
- Different types of rest: creative, physical, emotional, sensory, and social
- Personal experiences and reflections on the need for rest
- Challenges faced by gifted and sensitive individuals, such as compassion fatigue and decision fatigue
- Strategies for achieving creative rest, including nature immersion and journaling
- Recognizing and addressing physical fatigue and the need for physical rest
- Emotional rest and its significance for emotionally sensitive individuals
- Managing sensory overload and the need for sensory rest
- The concept of social rest and its benefits for both introverts and extroverts
- Encouragement to prioritize self-care and challenge societal productivity norms
You have a vision inside to create something bigger than you. What you need is a community and a mentor. Personal mentoring will inspire you to grow, transform, and connect in new ways. The Someone Gets Me Experience could be that perfect solution to bringing your heart's desire into reality. You will grow, transform, and connect.
https://msdianneallen.com/someone-gets-me-experience/
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Tuesday Nov 05, 2024
Tuesday Nov 05, 2024
In this podcast episode, Dianne delves into the challenges of transitions for gifted and visionary individuals. Sharing her personal experience of moving to a new home, Dianne discusses the emotional responses and decision fatigue that accompany significant changes. She offers practical strategies for navigating transitions, such as grounding techniques, self-compassion, and connecting with others. Emphasizing the importance of self-care, Dianne encourages listeners to embrace their unique gifts and approach transitions with resilience and self-awareness. She concludes with a message of empowerment, reminding her audience of their inherent worth and potential.
- Transitions for gifted and visionary individuals
- Personal experiences with moving and related challenges
- Emotional responses to transitions, including grief and anxiety
- The concept of decision fatigue during significant changes
- Practical strategies for navigating transitions, such as pausing and breathing
- Importance of grounding techniques and connecting with nature
- Fostering connections with oneself and others for support
- Emphasizing self-compassion during times of change
- Recognizing inherent value beyond productivity
- Encouragement to embrace transitions as opportunities for growth and empowerment
You have a vision inside to create something bigger than you. What you need is a community and a mentor. Personal mentoring will inspire you to grow, transform, and connect in new ways. The Someone Gets Me Experience could be that perfect solution to bringing your heart's desire into reality. You will grow, transform, and connect.
https://msdianneallen.com/someone-gets-me-experience/
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Tuesday Oct 22, 2024
Tuesday Oct 22, 2024
In this episode, Dianne A. Allen, host of "Someone Gets Me," explores the concept of "mindful philanthropy," emphasizing that true giving goes beyond financial contributions. Reflecting on recent natural disasters in Florida and North Carolina, she highlights the importance of intentional and thoughtful generosity. Dianne outlines five key aspects of mindful philanthropy: being mindful in giving, recognizing diverse ways to give, building authentic connections, focusing on long-term impact, and aligning giving with personal values. She encourages listeners to adopt these principles to create meaningful and sustainable positive change in their communities.
Dianne Talks about:
- Concept of mindful philanthropy
- Importance of intentional and thoughtful giving
- Impact of recent natural disasters on communities
- Mindfulness in understanding the needs of recipients
- Diverse forms of giving beyond monetary contributions
- Building authentic connections with those we help
- Focus on long-term impact and sustainability
- Empowering individuals rather than fostering dependency
- Role of personal growth in the giving process
You have a vision inside to create something bigger than you. What you need is a community and a mentor. Personal mentoring will inspire you to grow, transform, and connect in new ways. The Someone Gets Me Experience could be that perfect solution to bringing your heart's desire into reality. You will grow, transform, and connect.
https://msdianneallen.com/someone-gets-me-experience/
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Tuesday Oct 15, 2024
Tuesday Oct 15, 2024
In this episode of the "Someone Gets Me" podcast, host Dianne A. Allen, an ambassador, author, speaker, and intuitive mentor, discusses igniting one's inner genius. Drawing from her experience coaching sailors at a world sailing competition at Rush Creek Yacht Club near Dallas, Texas, Dianne emphasizes the importance of passion, inspiration, and strategy. She encourages listeners to adopt a growth mindset, practice non-judgment, and embrace gratitude. The episode aims to inspire and educate sensitive and talented individuals on navigating their unique challenges and realizing their full potential.
- Igniting one's inner genius
- The role of passion and enthusiasm in personal growth
- The significance of inspiration in realizing potential
- The importance of strategy and execution in achieving goals
- Mindset as a key factor for growth and resilience
- The practice of allowing and surrendering to the process
- Non-judgmental discernment in navigating challenges
- Releasing attachment to outcomes and embracing change
- The necessity of being grounded and present in high-pressure situations
You have a vision inside to create something bigger than you. What you need is a community and a mentor. Personal mentoring will inspire you to grow, transform, and connect in new ways. The Someone Gets Me Experience could be that perfect solution to bringing your heart's desire into reality. You will grow, transform, and connect.
https://msdianneallen.com/someone-gets-me-experience/
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Tuesday Oct 08, 2024
Tuesday Oct 08, 2024
Join Dianne A. Allen on "Someone Gets Me" as she sits down with Dr. Jose Abisambra, Associate Professor at the University of Florida's Department of Neuroscience. In this conversation, Dr. Abisambra shares his insights on creating an inclusive and supportive environment for neurodiverse individuals in academia and research. He discusses the importance of authenticity and understanding in mentoring relationships, and how he approaches leading a team with diverse strengths and challenges.
Discussion:
- The importance of creating a welcoming environment for neurodiverse individuals in academia and research
- Dr. Abisambra's approach to mentoring and leading a team with diverse strengths and challenges
- The value of authenticity and understanding in building strong relationships with mentees
- Strategies for fostering inclusivity and promoting the success of neurodiverse individuals in STEM fields
- How leaders can create opportunities for growth and development for team members with different learning styles and abilities
Dr. Jose Abisambra holds the following positions in Neuroscience Research at the University of Florida in Gainesville.
Dr. Abisambra completed his PhD (2010) and postdoctoral training (2013) at the University of South Florida’s Byrd Alzheimer’s Institute and Research Center.
Dr. Abisambra currently holds the following positions at the University of Florida:
- Associate Director, Research Programs, McKnight Brain Institute: Develop and steer strategic pilot programs that benefit the neuroscience community.
- Deputy Director, Brain Injury, Rehabilitation, and Neuroresilience (BRAIN) Center: Assist the Director leading BRAIN Center objectives, including research and outreach.
- Vice-Chair of Strategy, Dept. of Neuroscience: Coordinate the implementation of strategic plan objectives with other Vice-Chairs.
- Associate Professor: Maintain an extramurally funded program with research opportunities for trainees.
- Co-Editor-in-Chief, Brain Research, Elsevier. Manage various aspects of the journal, including communication with the publisher, senior editors, reviewers, and handling issues of scientific misconduct.
Dr. Abisambra’s research program focuses on identifying maladaptive mechanisms underlying neurodegeneration in Alzheimer’s disease (AD), AD-related disorders, and traumatic brain injury. We aim to elucidate the molecular mechanisms linking tau protein alterations with cellular dysfunction.
Dr. Abisambra is a leader in his field while mentoring others. His leadership experience emphasizes strategic planning, execution, and accountability. Key examples include managing pilot programs for MBI and BRAIN Center, team building, coordinating departmental reports, leading faculty search committees, executing BRAIN Center strategic plans, and facilitating communication across university leadership levels.
To learn more about Dr. Abisambra, please visit his website: www.abisambralab.com and let him know you heard him here on Someone Gets Me.
You have a vision inside to create something bigger than you. What you need is a community and a mentor. Personal mentoring will inspire you to grow, transform, and connect in new ways. The Someone Gets Me Experience could be that perfect solution to bringing your heart's desire into reality. You will grow, transform, and connect.
https://msdianneallen.com/someone-gets-me-experience/
For a complimentary “Get to Know You” 30-minute call:
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Tuesday Oct 01, 2024
Tuesday Oct 01, 2024
In this episode of the Someone Gets Me podcast, host Diane A. Allen delves into the experiences of intensely sensitive individuals in the workplace and other group settings. She explores the unique challenges they face, such as sensory overload and emotional sensitivity, while highlighting the incredible strengths they bring to teams, including empathy, creativity, and attention to detail. Diane offers valuable insights and practical strategies for both sensitive individuals and their colleagues to foster a supportive and productive environment.
Key Points:
- Understanding Intense Sensitivities: An overview of what it means to be an intensely sensitive person and the associated characteristics.
- Workplace Challenges: Discussion of common challenges, such as sensory overload and emotional sensitivity, and their impact on work dynamics.
- The Importance of Empathy: How empathic individuals enhance collaboration and connection in teams.
- Navigating Toxic Environments: Insights on recognizing when sensitive individuals feel unsafe and how it affects their engagement.
- Creativity and Innovation: The unique ability of intensely sensitive people to bring forward innovative ideas and solutions.
- Practical Strategies: Tips for creating accommodating workspaces, including sensory adjustments and clear communication.
- Family Dynamics: How intense sensitivities can play out in family settings and the importance of understanding individual needs.
- Embracing Sensitivities as Strengths: Encouragement to view intense sensitivities as valuable assets rather than liabilities.
You have a vision inside to create something bigger than you. What you need is a community and a mentor. Personal mentoring will inspire you to grow, transform, and connect in new ways. The Someone Gets Me Experience could be that perfect solution to bringing your heart's desire into reality. You will grow, transform, and connect.
https://msdianneallen.com/someone-gets-me-experience/
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Tuesday Sep 24, 2024
Tuesday Sep 24, 2024
In this podcast episode, host Dianne A. Allen delves into the impact of social media on loneliness and disconnection, especially among highly sensitive and gifted individuals. Dianne shares her personal experiences, emphasizing the importance of genuine connections over superficial online interactions. She discusses the mental health implications of social media, the value of quality relationships, and the risks of echo chambers. Dianne advocates for setting boundaries, prioritizing in-person connections, and adopting a service mindset. She encourages critical thinking and self-awareness to foster deeper, more meaningful relationships and combat the pervasive sense of isolation in the digital age.
In this Episode:
- The impact of social media on loneliness and disconnection, especially among highly sensitive and gifted individuals.
- The importance of genuine connections with oneself and others versus superficial online interactions.
- Insights on mental health and its relationship with the quality of personal relationships.
- The dangers of echo chambers in social media and the need for critical thinking when consuming information.
- The significance of in-person connections for mental well-being, particularly post-COVID-19.
- The effort required to maintain meaningful friendships and the importance of self-relationship.
- The risks of measuring self-worth through social media metrics like likes and followers.
- The concept of a service mindset in building authentic connections and supporting others.
- The necessity of setting boundaries around social media use to combat feelings of isolation.
- Encouragement to engage in activities that promote social interaction and active listening.
You have a vision inside to create something bigger than you. What you need is a community and a mentor. Personal mentoring will inspire you to grow, transform, and connect in new ways. The Someone Gets Me Experience could be that perfect solution to bringing your heart's desire into reality. You will grow, transform, and connect.
https://msdianneallen.com/someone-gets-me-experience/
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Tuesday Sep 17, 2024
Tuesday Sep 17, 2024
In this podcast episode, Dianne A. Allen delves into the dynamics of relationships between gifted adults and their neurotypical partners. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing common traits, effective communication, and complementary strengths. Dianne highlights the need for empathy, realistic expectations, and dedicated conversations to enhance understanding and connection. She encourages focusing on shared values and experiences, fostering a heart-to-heart connection, and appreciating the beauty in differences. The episode serves as a response to a listener's request, offering valuable insights and support for navigating these unique relationships.
In this Episode:
- Dynamics of relationships between gifted individuals and neurotypical partners
- Unique challenges faced by gifted individuals in relationships
- Importance of recognizing shared traits and commonalities
- Effective communication strategies for emotional challenges
- Concept of complementary strengths in partnerships
- Role of empathy in understanding and supporting each other
- Need for realistic expectations in relationships
- Focus on positive aspects and joy in relationships
- Emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion in partnerships
- Encouragement for self-love and acceptance among gifted individuals
You have a vision inside to create something bigger than you. What you need is a community and a mentor. Personal mentoring will inspire you to grow, transform, and connect in new ways. The Someone Gets Me Experience could be that perfect solution to bringing your heart's desire into reality. You will grow, transform, and connect.
https://msdianneallen.com/someone-gets-me-experience/
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Tuesday Sep 10, 2024
Tuesday Sep 10, 2024
In this episode, Dianne A. Allen interviews Tiffany Smith, who manages a neurodiverse team. Tiffany shares her journey from forensic anthropology to psychology and counseling, emphasizing the importance of empathy and effective communication in managing diverse teams. She discusses strategies for fostering inclusion, handling conflict, and accommodating different communication styles. Tiffany highlights the significance of listening, both in one-on-one and group settings, and shares personal stress-relief activities like diamond painting. The episode underscores the value of understanding and respecting individual differences to create a harmonious and productive work environment.
- Tips for managing neurodiverse teams
- The journey and background of the guest in psychology and counseling
- Diversity in team dynamics, including varying personalities and work styles -Strategies for fostering inclusion and handling conflict within teams
- Importance of listening and accommodating different communication styles
- Managing stress and self-care techniques, such as diamond painting
- Approaches to conflict resolution among team members
- The significance of empathy and understanding in a neurodiverse work environment -Insights on neurodiversity and its impact on workplace interactions
You have a vision inside to create something bigger than you. What you need is a community and a mentor. Personal mentoring will inspire you to grow, transform, and connect in new ways. The Someone Gets Me Experience could be that perfect solution to bringing your heart's desire into reality. You will grow, transform, and connect.
https://msdianneallen.com/someone-gets-me-experience/
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