Reclaiming the Self: A Journey to Personal & Professional Freedom with Kristopher Schmidt

summaryI'm excited to have my friend Kristopher Schmidt on this week's podcast. In this episode, we explore the importance of being present in our bodies, the need to deprogram societal norms, and the challenges of parenting while navigating personal growth. Kristopher shares his journey of self-discovery, the significance of diversity in fostering innovation, and the necessity of creating safe spaces for belonging. The discussion emphasizes the impact of individual choices on personal fulfillment and the collective experience of humanity.takeawaysLiving well is about being in tune with your body.Deprogramming societal norms is essential for personal growth.Parenting requires reflection and accountability.Embracing different seasons of life is crucial.Diversity drives innovation and creativity.Creating safe spaces fosters belonging and contribution.Self-advocacy is vital in both personal and professional settings.Every individual can make a significant impact.Listening to our bodies can guide us in our choices.Living without regrets is a goal worth pursuing.Chapters00:00The Essence of Living Well03:04Listening to Our Bodies05:57Parenting and Programming12:12Navigating Life's Seasons19:32Embracing Change and Identity25:26Understanding Ableism and Generational Mindsets29:18Navigating Career Changes and Personal Aspirations33:18The Importance of Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace39:16Creating Safe Spaces for Authenticity and Belonging47:10Challenging the Status Quo48:32Embracing New Perspectives49:47Personal Growth Through Connection51:02The Importance of Self-Care52:28Advocating for Yourself and Others54:14Navigating Conversations on Identity55:51Living Intentionally for Future Generations57:14The Ripple Effect of Our Actions59:37Creating a Meaningful Morning Routine01:00:46Living for Your Future Self01:02:54Choosing to Live Fully01:06:06Connecting with Kristopher SchmidtAbout Kristopher:Kristopher Schmidt transforms organizations by drawing on his unique journey as a queer, HIV+, neurodivergent executive who rose to C-suite leadership in fintech. As CAO, CHRO, and CLO, he's overseen everything from HR and legal to IT and facilities—using his outsider's perspective to reshape power structures and champion inclusive decision-making.Connect with Kristopher:https://www.linkedin.com/in/divergentchampion/https://purpocityconsulting.com/If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review and share with a few friends so we can all help each other Remember to Live. To connect with and learn more about me and how I am Remembering to Live, you can find me on Instagram @coreancanty or at coreancanty.com.To work with me and explore freebies, check out: https://coreancanty.com/links/If you are ready to re-imagine, re-claim and re-design your life, book a possibility call today.