1017: Navigating Life with Purpose with Kerry Mensior

Living life is about purposefully creating a meaningful and intentional existence tailored to your aspirations. It involves setting clear goals, making deliberate choices, and actively pursuing the life you envision. Embracing this approach can help you cultivate fulfillment, joy, and a sense of accomplishment in alignment with your values and aspirations. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=woiq40_NDy0 Kerry Mensior is a distinguished 30-year law enforcement veteran and the driving force behind transforming communication for first responders and K-12 educators. With a visionary approach, Kerry has crafted a revolutionary set of tools aimed at swiftly developing rapport, effectively communicating, de-escalating, and negotiating in diverse situations, including those involving individuals in emotional crisis. Today, we explore Kerry’s innovative contributions to enhancing dialogue and understanding in critical scenarios! Stay tuned! Quotes “We focus on the schools and the first responders because I truly believe that those who are out there serving the public need help the most.” – Kerry Mensior “My biggest surprise is that simple shift of living life by design rather than by default.” – Kerry Mensior “If we don't bring the unconscious to the conscious, our life will go off the rails, and we'll call it fate.” – Kerry Mensior Takeaways 01:32 Effective communication is the common thread that connects diverse experiences as a first responder, educator, and trainer. 05:48 Adopting a curious and empathetic perspective, rather than immediately reacting or problem-solving, can significantly improve communication and interpersonal interactions. 11:58 Recognizing and managing one's brain state, whether in a survival or executive mode, is crucial for effective communication and decision-making. 15:48 Engaging in regular self-reflection and journaling can facilitate personal growth and help individuals live their lives by design, rather than by default. 24:52 The quote "If we don't bring the unconscious to conscious, our life will go off the rails, and we'll call it fate" emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and conscious decision-making. Resources International De-escalation Association: Save Lives, Reputations, & Relationships through Conflict De-Escalation, Crisis Intervention & Communication Training! Kerry Mensior on Linkedin