S14 E7 View at the Top of the World with Gayle Turner, Shelli Jost Brady & Henry Yampolski

"Join us on this episode of Stories Matter as we dive into the incredible journey of Henry Yampolski, a former trial lawyer who embarked on a life-changing road trip to the top of the world." [Why This Is Important] In this episode, we explore the power of inner conflict and the transformative potential of taking a break from our everyday lives. Henry shares his experience of riding through the challenging roads of the Himalayas and how it became a metaphor for navigating personal conflicts. Discover the four key insights he gained on this journey and how they can be applied to leadership, mindfulness, and self-discovery. [What You Need to Know] Henry, a successful trial lawyer, realized he needed a change and decided to leave his secure position to pursue peacebuilding. However, facing difficulties in finding his footing, he was presented with an opportunity to embark on a motorcycle adventure through the highest passes of the Himalayas. This journey became a turning point for Henry, prompting deep introspection and a reevaluation of his path. [What You Need to Do] Listen to this episode to gain valuable insights on how to tune inward, embrace mindfulness as a way to feel better, get better at feeling, and navigate personal conflicts. Discover the profound impact of recognizing our insignificance compared to the vastness of the world and how it can shift our perspective. [TAKE ACTION] Reflect on your own journey and identify any inner conflicts that may be holding you back. Consider how tuning inward and embracing mindfulness can help you navigate these conflicts and lead to personal transformation. Take the first step towards self-discovery and growth today. Don't miss this inspiring conversation with Henry Yampolski as we explore the transformative power of breaking free from comfort and embarking on a journey of self-discovery. Gayle Turner is President of The Storytellers Channel, Inc. https://storytellerschannel.com/ For close to five decades he has used the power of story to initiate and sustain change while growing leaders and building productive corporate and community cultures. Check out his LinkedIn profile to learn the rest of the story. https://www.linkedin.com/in/wgayleturner/  Shelli Jost Brady is Founder & Catalyst at Alchemy Consulting and Chief Operating Officer at The Storytellers Channel, Inc. Check out her LinkedIn profile to learn the rest of the story. https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelli-jost-brady-94b44835/ Henry Yampolsky, J.D. is a best-selling author of Dis-Solving Conflict from Within: an Inner Path for Conflict Transformation. Henry is a mediator, educator, lawyer, coach, and multi-time TEDx speaker. Henry serves as the Assistant Director for Education, Outreach, and Conflict Resolution at Virginia Tech’s Office for Equity and Accessibility and teaches conflict resolution, mediation, and peace building at Virginia Tech’s Center for Peace Studies and Violence Prevention. Prior to embarking on a path in peace building, Henry was an award-winning trial lawyer in Philadelphia. Henry has earned his Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from Temple University and his Bachelor of Science in International Relations from the University of Scranton. He is a motorcyclist, yogi, world traveler and an amateur chef. Henry, his wife, Juliya, and their Hound/Rottweiler/Pitbull pup named Gigi happily reside in the Blue Ridge mountains of Virginia. https://www.linkedin.com/in/henryyampolsky/ Subscribe to The Storytellers Channel’s newsletter by downloading a FREE checklist of how to craft intentional stories to inspire results. https://storytellerschannel.com/inspire If you'd like to explore how clarifying your organization's stories and sharing the stories that exemplify those values can improve performance click here and schedule a time to talk with Gayle or Shelli Keywords