E167: Lead From Truth, Not Tension (Run Your Own Race)

Send us Fan MailIn this deeply personal episode, Cynthia shares how running a half marathon became a living metaphor for leadership, self-trust, and growth.From months of training and tapering, to full-circle encounters with mentors and old friends, to the moment she chose to run her own race instead of pushing to keep up — this story shows how slowing down and listening to your inner wisdom can transform the way you lead.You’ll discover: ✨ Why slowing down isn’t weakness — it’s a leadership strategy ✨ How growth is cyclical, not linear, and why revisiting old places reveals how far you’ve come ✨ The freedom that comes from setting your own pace instead of chasing someone else’s ✨ Why your truth can’t look like anyone else’s — and the power of honoring thatIf you’ve been feeling the pressure to perform, to prove, or to keep up, this episode is your invitation to breathe, listen, and find the pace that feels true to you.Stay tuned to the end to hear how you can join Be the Light — a sanctuary for high-integrity humans and heart-led leaders ready to live, love, and lead authentically.🎧 Listen now and ask yourself: what pace feels true right now?Support the showPlease rate and review with your honest opinion. Subscribe and share with your colleagues especially if you have worked with me and found value in the work we’ve done together. Connect with me in my favourite places, LinkedIn and Instagram and my website is:  https://www.cynthiajamiesoncoach.ca/Book a FREE Call to Explore CoachingMeet Me On The ArcJoin the Free CommunityJoin the Membership Make it a great week!Cynthia Jamieson 🧡🌱Leadership Coach | Creator of The Self-Trust Arc™ | Intuitive Intelligence® Guide | 🎙️ Host | Helping Leaders Lead From Self-Trust, Presence, and Truth