Hey hey friend,
In this episode, we’re talking all about that wild, wobbly feeling of being thrown into management without a life jacket—flailing, not sailing, and wondering when the lifeboat is coming!
We get real about the “supposed to’s” and “shoulds” that leave us treading water in a sea of shame, and why sometimes, the container (not just the swimmer!) needs fixing. From surprise promotions to juggling a million roles, we’re sharing our own splashy stories and reminding you: you’re not alone in the kiddie pool OR the open ocean.
So grab your goggles, take a deep breath, and join us for some laughs, a little wisdom, and a whole lot of heart. We’re here to help you float, not just flail.
xo,
Kishshana & Maria 💌
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Episode Overview
Powerful Quotes
"If you're saying a whole lot of should, you're probably feeling a whole lot of shame." - Maria
"I want this to be excellent, not only because I'm a part of it, but because I'm supporting you." - Maria
"I am like, what the heck am I gonna do about fill in the blank, right? But I'm not having this, like, hyperventilating." - Kishshana
"There should be a ritual in your life every day that honors your accomplishments, just in that day." - Maria
"Sometimes I think when you are looking out there, you're not seeing the daily work happening within yourself." - Maria
"I am just standing at this place where the work before me is about to be real tough, and I'm just sick of being a soldier in the army of the Lord, and would like to be on Ready Reserve." - Kishshana
"We have done a really good job of performing swimming. We have done a really good job of starting for the gram on the yacht." - Kishshana
"If you are a manager, and even if you're not a good manager, if you have a good team, it is harder to flail, because they don't want you flailing." - Kishshana
"You gotta start by acknowledging what you don't know and seeking resources to fill in those gaps." - Kishshana
"If you are flailing as a manager and you can't remember the last time you did something for yourself, with yourself and by yourself, then we are inviting you into an opportunity to nourish yourself." - Kishshana
"So breaking that cycle, it starts with admitting you're in it. This is what I need, is admitting that you're in a thing and then taking proactive steps to swim and not to sink." - Kishshana
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