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In this episode, Jennifer Brown interviews Robin Zander, an entrepreneur, strategist, author, and acrobat. Robin discusses creating a documentary series where he revisits his middle school and reflects on the painful experiences he faced as a sensitive child growing up. He talks about how those experiences, although difficult at the time, have shaped him into the resilient leader he is today.
Robin also shares his journey of learning to embrace his voice through singing lessons. He discusses the importance of falling in love with the sound of his own voice and letting go of the fear and self-consciousness that had previously held him back. The conversation explores themes of bravery, resilience, and self-acceptance.
Additionally, Robin opens up about recently coming out as queer and bisexual, and the process of exploring and embracing his gender identity. He emphasizes the importance of holding identities lightly while still honoring and celebrating them. The episode offers insights into Robin's personal growth and his approach to facing fears and embracing vulnerabilities.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- Revisiting and reframing painful past experiences can be a powerful source of personal growth and resilience.
- Embracing one's authentic voice and letting go of self-consciousness can be a liberating and empowering journey.
- Exploring and embracing aspects of one's identity, such as gender and sexuality, can be a process of self-discovery and self-acceptance.
- Facing fears and vulnerabilities with courage and self-inquiry can lead to greater familiarity and comfort with oneself.
- Holding identities and labels lightly while still honoring and celebrating them can foster a sense of freedom and self-compassion.
- Pursuing physical and creative challenges with dedication and a loose sense of discipline can bring a sense of joy and personal accomplishment.
- Seeking joy and understanding the root causes of one's struggles can be more productive than forcing discipline or adhering to societal expectations.
- Reframing past challenges as sources of strength can foster resilience and personal growth.
Top Episodes Quotes
- “And I have been with voice, it's held pretty loosely. I think the thing that has changed and is continuing to change is falling in love with the sound of my own voice, learning what it means to sound like myself and enjoy that sensation.“ by Robin Zander
- “But it's these journeys of self inquiry and sitting with the discomfort and asking ourselves these questions of, why am I struggling to get out of bed in the morning? Not, you should do it. Go do it. Right. People call me disciplined, and my experience is actually just in pursuit of joy.“ by Robin Zander
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Episode Information
The Will To Change: Uncovering True Stories of Diversity & Inclusion
Jennifer Brown
7/15/22
This episode features an interview with author, acrobat and entrepreneur Robin Zander as he discusses the importance of bravery and courage and the impact that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on various marginalized communities. Robin discusses what he learned from creating a video where he returned to his middle school and how the painful experiences in his past have made him the leader that he is today. He also reveals the work that he is doing to develop his voice and how taking singing lessons is helping him embrace his fears.