15 years ago, Brandon Hurlbut left a traditional career to join Obama's campaign and dive into climate policy, influenced by its rising importance. Now he's combating climate change with Boundary Stone Partners, a climate government affairs firm with 85+ clients. He also co-founded Overture, a climate seed investment fund; and serves as an operating partner at NGP’s energy transition growth equity fund.  From his dedicated climate work to his personal growth journey and experiences in the Obama administration, Brandon shares his vision of leveraging cultural influencers and supporting in ..read more

Unlock the game-changing power of clear agreements with this applicable minisode. Whether in your personal life or professional endeavors, learn how to define roles, responsibilities, deadlines, and accountability to foster high-integrity relationships.  Caneel shares the common pitfalls of vague agreements and offers practical strategies to break through resistance and establish crystal-clear agreements. These transformative insights pave the way for drama-free interactions, successful project execution, and personal growth. Apply these principles across various facets of your life, fro ..read more

Join Dr. Caneel Joyce as she breaks down the five basic emotions: joy, sadness, fear, anger, and desire, and invites you to listen to their innate value and wisdom. Explore the power of emotional intelligence and the art of feeling your way through to a more fulfilling life. Delve into the power of understanding and embracing your core emotions. The core emotions each carry a unique message and value, and by fully experiencing and acknowledging them, you can tap into your inner guidance and make powerful choices in your life.   Listen to a full-length episode about the wisdom of the five ..read more

Explore the power of ceremony in navigating personal transitions and collective change. Dr. Joyce highlights the emotional and identity aspects of embracing change and the resistance that often comes with it. Drawing from existing research, Caneel discusses the role of rituals in navigating new environments and sustaining consciousness.  Throughout the episode, you will learn about ceremony and ritual’s potential to reduce emotional dysregulation and anxiety, as well as ceremony's significance in addressing grief and processing emotions. Highlighting the importance of community support an ..read more

Are there areas in your life where you've wanted to make a change, but it seems like something is holding you back? Do you take the initial first steps to change but end up back where you’ve always been? Change can be challenging but there are ways to overcome the roadblock keeping you from making positive changes. Welcome to a crash-course introduction to the Change Formula, a powerful tool for creating lasting change in your life. Explore why change can be challenging, even when you desire it deeply, and then learn how to harness the power of the three components of the Change Formula: vis ..read more

Uncover the key to creating the life you want.  Learn about the powerful concept of the Empowerment Triangle in this minisode. Join Caneel as she explains the three essential roles within this triangle: the Creator, the Coach, and the Challenger.  Discover how the different roles on the Empowerment Triangle will help you step into your power.  Emphasizing taking responsibility, Caneel explores how your choices, beliefs, and actions shape your life. Radical responsibility, embracing curiosity, and focusing your attention on all that you can control can lead to profound creativity ..read more

Learn about the detrimental effects of the loneliness epidemic, the risk factors of self-isolation, and the importance of social connection for our overall well-being. From combating loneliness to prioritizing self-care, explore ways to nourish your social needs and establish lifelong friendships.  Join Caneel as she discusses the impact of loneliness on our mental and physical health, and shares insights into how the remedy to the loneliness epidemic starts with compassion. Don't miss this episode on mental health, self-compassion, and the power of conscious choice in finding healing an ..read more

Dr. Caneel Joyce and Courtney Smith discuss the ancient personality typing system, the Enneagram, and its value for the process of self-discovery and letting go of harmful attachments to identity. Unlike traditional personality tools, the Enneagram goes beyond surface traits and delves into the underlying beliefs that shape individuals' perspectives.  Throughout this episode Caneel and Courtney explore each of the nine points of the Enneagram, sharing insights into what motivates each Enneagram type and the identity trappings of the different archetypes, including yours! Caneel and Court ..read more

Dr. Caneel Joyce and guest Courtney Smith explore the impact of identity on personal growth and development. Gain valuable insights into how rigid childhood identity structures can become limiting and problematic in adulthood, leading to dissatisfaction, burnout, and a lack of fulfillment.  In this thought-provoking podcast episode, Caneel and Courtney delve into the motives and challenges people face when embarking on personal growth journeys. Learn about the issue of rigid identities and how identity creates feedback loops, reinforcing existing patterns and limiting exploration of alter ..read more

Dr. Caneel Joyce welcomes back Enneagram expert Erin Rocchio to Allowed to discuss how the Enneagram personality system can be used to address burnout. They explore how different Enneagram types are more susceptible to burnout due to their specific tendencies and behaviors. The conversation includes practical tips for setting clear boundaries that connect to core values to promote emotional and mental well-being. If you're curious about using the Enneagram in your personal growth journey, this episode is a must-listen. Guest bioFor fifteen years, Erin has worked with executives across industr ..read more