Your North Star- Core Values and Identity

Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Brittinie Wick interviews Christina Mattison, a heart-centered leadership coach, about the influence of core values on identity, behavior change, and leadership. Christina explains that core values are important because they shape our beliefs and actions. She guides listeners through the process of discovering their own core values, emphasizing the need to differentiate between 'should' values and true values. Christina suggests various methods for identifying core values, including journaling and conversations with a coach or mentor. She also discusses the importance of regularly reviewing and aligning actions with core values for intentional living. Finally, Christina addresses the guilt associated with self-care and offers strategies for overcoming it. In this conversation, Christina Mattison and Brittinie Wick discuss the importance of self-care, the power of saying no, the long-term approach to personal growth, prioritizing consistency over intensity, seeking support and resources, and the Leading with Heart podcast.Takeaways:*Core values shape our beliefs and actions, and it is important to identify and align with our true values.*Discovering core values requires intentional reflection and may involve exploring a list of values and asking reflective questions.*Regularly reviewing and aligning actions with core values leads to intentional living and a sense of fulfillment.*Overcoming guilt in self-care involves reframing self-care as a necessity and recognizing that taking care of oneself benefits both the individual and those around them. Taking care of your own needs allows you to show up as a better version of yourself for the people in your life.*It's important to redefine self-care and take intentional time to meet your needs on a regular basis.*Saying no is essential for setting boundaries and prioritizing your own well-being.*Personal growth requires a long-term approach and a willingness to do the deeper work.*Consistency is key in making sustainable changes and achieving long-term goals.*Seeking support from a coach or resources like books and podcasts can greatly enhance your personal growth journey.FREE GIFT: https://fabulous-pioneer-9504.ck.page/de6f72ebb6A personal Identity Statement is like your North Star - it guides your actions, decisions, behaviors and thoughts. Use this guided visualization exercise and worksheet to craft your own! Then, you'll be able to start casting votes (aka making intentional actions), so you can actually start making positive change, rather than feeling lost and unmotivated to change. CHRISTINA'S LINKS:https://www.christinamattisonyoga.com/https://www.facebook.com/christina.mattison.5https://www.facebook.com/groups/yogaformilitarywomenhttps://www.instagram.com/themilitaryyogi/LEADING WITH HEART PODCAST: Prioritizing self-care and work/life balance can feel impossible in the "pull yourself up by your bootstraps" and "embrace the suck" military culture. It's time to change the narrative - together! The Leading With Heart podcast is your go-to resource for how to find happiness, peace, and true success amidst the high demands of military life. With research-based tools and expert interviews, these episodes will change your life. Join host Christina Mattison as she teaches you the skills and mindset needed to take excellent care of yourself, so you can prevent burnout, take excellent care of your people, and shift the culture around self-care and well-being in the military.https://www.christinamattisonyoga.com/podcastSupport the showSUBSCRIBE and SHARE!Women Serve Too Merch (10% of Profits Benefits Female Veterans): https://www.etsy.com/shop/WomenServeToo