I Can Do This Show Me How!

Sometimes a new year can almost feel like a new beginning. A clean slate that represents exciting possibilities and strengthened ambition to reach your goals. But for some, the weight of expectation that a new year carries can feel burdensome. Instead of feeling optimistic towards future successes, they may feel dread towards failing. Well, the best thing to move through that dread is resilience and it often shows up in ways that we least expect.In today's solo episode, I share my new years tradition with you and why it’s important to me, my family, and the history of African Americans. I reflect on how this tradition offers grounding and meaning, and why I look to it as a symbol of resilience. I also invite you to do the same with your own traditions, reflecting on the meaning they hold in your life and the importance of honoring them.Tune in and listen to the thirty-eighth episode of I Can Do This, Show Me How! to hear how you can step into the new year with hope and encouragement. In this episode, you’ll learn:The themes that I’ll be exploring in this podcast for the upcoming year (0:36)About my ritual for ringing in the new year and the significance it held for my family and African Americans as a whole   (1:27)About the important role that food holds in our lives (6:01)About another story that’s often told about the history of the black eyed peas in America and how it ties to the meaning of resilience that’s held by the food (10:20)What I’m looking to to keep me grounded in 2026 (14:52)My new year’s wish for you, the listener (15:48)ResourcesThe Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph CampbellThe Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell and Bill MoyersFreedom’s Teacher by Katherine Mellen CharronLet's connect!My Email: ldroseconsulting@gmail.comMentor International: www.mentorfoundationusa.orgMentor: www.mentoring.orgAshoka Changemakers: www.ashoka.org

As the year comes to a close, many of us find ourselves looking back on the path we’ve travelled in the past year. What challenged us? What changed us? And how did we emerge on the other side of it all? Reflection is vital to growth and in the moments when life is telling us to slow down and to notice what’s changing within us and why, we must do so.In today's Part 4 episode, I continue my conversation with Dr. Yun Kim and we share our experience of traveling to Tibet and exploring the emotional, spiritual, and physical experiences that came along with it. We discuss how transformation unfolds through both adventure and adversity, and the importance of embracing this transformation and stepping into your next chapter with courage, openness, and intention.Tune in and listen to the thirty-sixth episode of I Can Do This, Show Me How! to witness what reflection looks like in real time.In this episode, you’ll learn:How reflective practice can bring meaning and deeper understanding to major life transitions (0:14)What called Dr. Kim to travel to China and Tibet (2:46)How simple rituals like tea drinking can become practices of awakening (10:25)About Dr. Kim’s experience after arriving in Tibet (21:11)About the healing power of community and support (55:55)ResourcesThe Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph CampbellThe Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell and Bill MoyersFreedom’s Teacher by Katherine Mellen CharronLet's connect!My Email: ldroseconsulting@gmail.comMentor International: www.mentorfoundationusa.orgMentor: www.mentoring.orgAshoka Changemakers: www.ashoka.org

Every year we undergo a mix of challenges, victories, revelations, and unexpected turning points. Given this, it’s important to pause long enough to reflect on what we’ve learned and how these lessons have changed us. These are the moments to take a breath, slow down, and give ourselves credit for how far we’ve come.In today's solo episode, I dive deeper into reflective practice - what it is, why it matters, and how it shapes every meaningful transformation. I draw from my own experiences, including a profound moment during a journey to Tibet, and explore concepts like the difference between self-awareness and self-reflection, the important role courage plays in our lives, and the forces that shape us as we move through life.Tune in and listen to the thirty-fifth episode of I Can Do This, Show Me How! to gather insight from the past year and step into the future with renewed clarity and intention.In this episode, you’ll learn:How to honour your own journey (5:25)The difference between self-awareness and self-reflection (6:04)About the eight dimensions of self (13:43)Some reflection prompts to use when journaling (16:37)What the hero’s journey is really about (34:23)ResourcesThe Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph CampbellThe Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell and Bill MoyersFreedom’s Teacher by Katherine Mellen CharronLet's connect!My Email: ldroseconsulting@gmail.comMentor International: www.mentorfoundationusa.orgMentor: www.mentoring.orgAshoka Changemakers: www.ashoka.org

As 2025 draws to a close, have you taken time to honour the year you’ve lived? Have you contemplated every twist, turn, detour, triumph, and loss? In these times, it’s important to slow down, take a breath, and reflect on the path you’ve walked the past 11 months. The aim is not to judge or tally your progress, but instead to acknowledge your growth, however big or small. In today's solo episode, I walk us through the key stages of the Hero’s Journey and invite you to apply your own experience and perspective to each of these stages. I share my own call to adventure this year and the major life events that almost drowned out that call. I hope by sharing my personal story of loss, grief, resilience, focus, and transformation, I offer you room to reflect, and perhaps relate, to your own stories, in your own way. Tune in and listen to the thirty-fourth episode of I Can Do This, Show Me How! to close out your year with intention, reflection, and gratitude.In this episode, you’ll learn:The importance of a powerful moment of pause and reflection at the end of the year (0:10)How grief, loss, and life transitions can slow us down, and how to honour these feelings  (5:34)What climbing a mountain in Tibet taught me about focus, courage, and capability (11:46)How perfectionism became a major test on my journey this year (20:43)How to integrate what you’ve learned this year into the new year with intention (37:26)ResourcesThe Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph CampbellThe Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell and Bill MoyersFreedom’s Teacher by Katherine Mellen CharronLet's connect!My Email: ldroseconsulting@gmail.comMentor International: www.mentorfoundationusa.orgMentor: www.mentoring.orgAshoka Changemakers: www.ashoka.org

Have you ever felt that life was calling you in another direction? Sometimes, things that we’ve built and poured ourselves into, whether it be careers, institutions, or dreams, begin to change in ways that we can’t control, and letting go of what once defined us can feel impossible. However, it can also be the beginning of something new. The truth is, endings, while painful, often make space for transformation, reflection, and rediscovery. In today's Part 3 episode, my conversation with Dr. Yun Kim continues as we discuss the closure of Emperor’s College, her family’s legacy in acupuncture, and her personal journey of navigating loss and rebirth. Dr. Kim shares what it was like to make the difficult decision to close the institution her family founded. She talks about how she cared for herself, with the help of her community, and what she’s learned  about identity, leadership, and healing through undergoing this time of transition. We also explore the future of acupuncture education, the integration of the practice with modern technology, and the lasting impact of Dr. Kim’s students, who continue to shape the world of integrative medicine. Tune in and listen to the thirty-third episode of I Can Do This, Show Me How! to hear how Dr. Kim found meaning in closure, freedom in uncertainty, and strength in transformation. In this episode, you’ll learn:What led to the closure of Emperor’s College, where Dr. Kim served as President (6:51)How Dr. Kim navigated the emotional and practical realities of letting go  (10:00)The importance of responsibility during times of institutional change  (14:40)How Dr. Kim cared for herself and found community in a time of deep uncertainty (20:50)How acupuncture continues to evolve alongside technology and modern healthcare (32:34)The wisdom Dr. Kim offers to anyone facing an uncertain transition (46:51)ResourcesThe Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph CampbellThe Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell and Bill MoyersFreedom’s Teacher by Katherine Mellen CharronLet's connect!My Email: ldroseconsulting@gmail.comMentor International: www.mentorfoundationusa.orgMentor: www.mentoring.orgAshoka Changemakers: www.ashoka.org

Oftentimes, when our bodies and minds are worn down, healing those parts of ourselves involves re-balancing. A huge part of this is listening to your body and taking the time to pause and tune into your mind and spirit. When you do this, pain, stress, or imbalance can be seen as an invitation to realign, release, and restore harmony from within. In today's Part 2 episode, I continue my conversation with Dr. Yun Kim, former president and CEO of Emperor’s College of Traditional Oriental Medicine. We explore the deeper layers of acupuncture and how this ancient practice continues to transform lives today. From calming the nervous system and easing anxiety, to improving sleep, circulation, and emotional wellbeing, Dr. Kim shares how acupuncture can help the body restore its healing power. Tune in and listen to the thirty-second episode of I Can Do This, Show Me How! to learn more about the healing and balancing effects of acupuncture and why so many people swear by its power.  In this episode, you’ll learn:About the physiological basis of acupuncture (2:00)About some of the biggest misconceptions people have about the effectiveness of acupuncture (11:34)About the five branches of traditional Chinese medicine (15:13)Why one in four acupuncture patients are referred by a Western MD (20:58)How and why acupuncture was used by the Black Panthers (22:40)How Dr. Kim has witnessed, first-hand, the positive effects of acupuncture on individuals experiencing trauma (26:29)Why meditation is like brushing your teeth (35:28)ResourcesThe Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph CampbellThe Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell and Bill MoyersFreedom’s Teacher by Katherine Mellen CharronLet's connect!My Email: ldroseconsulting@gmail.comMentor International: www.mentorfoundationusa.orgMentor: www.mentoring.orgAshoka Changemakers: www.ashoka.org

Sometimes the path that’s meant for us isn’t obvious at first. We may even turn away from our calling, only to find ourselves called back with a greater sense of understanding and purpose. What starts off as resistance can evolve into resilience and what once felt like the wrong fit for you can sometimes become the very thing you’ve been searching for.In today's Part 1 episode, I sit down with Dr. Yun Kim, former president and CEO of Emperor’s College of Traditional Oriental Medicine. Together, we discuss Dr. Kim’s journey - one that reflects the power of legacy, vision, and perseverance. Dr. Kim talks to me about what led her to acupuncture and how she eventually became a pioneer in advancing the integration of Eastern and Western medicine in the United States. Tune in and listen to the thirty-first episode of I Can Do This, Show Me How! to hear how Dr. Kim embraced her family’s legacy and found purpose in leading a new era of healing. In this episode, you’ll learn:How Dr. Kim resisted and then rediscovered her calling in acupuncture (4:52)What Dr. Kim had to release before fully stepping committing to her life path (7:08)What Dr. Kim’s experience in taking on a role as CEO before she felt ready was like (12:02)What meditation has meant to Dr. Kim (16:53)The challenges and breakthroughs that Dr. Kim experienced when integrating Eastern and Western medicine (28:19)What mentorship has meant to Dr Kim (42:20)ResourcesThe Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph CampbellThe Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell and Bill MoyersFreedom’s Teacher by Katherine Mellen CharronLet's connect!My Email: ldroseconsulting@gmail.comMentor International: www.mentorfoundationusa.orgMentor: www.mentoring.orgAshoka Changemakers: www.ashoka.org

Have you ever noticed how paying attention to the simplest things can completely shift your mood? It might be the sound of children playing and laughing in a park, the breeze blowing gently against your skin, or even enjoying good food. Oftentimes, when we slow down enough to pay attention, those little moments become powerful reminders of the beauty of life. In today's episode, I’m flying solo and talking about gratitude, awe, and joy - everyday practices that can ground us, lift our spirits, and reconnect us to what matters most. I share some of my own reflections and practices that have helped me weave gratitude, awe, and joy in my everyday life. These practices aren’t big, complicated things - they’re small shifts that remind us to be present, to breathe, and to savor the moment.Tune in and listen to the thirtieth episode of I Can Do This, Show Me How! to explore how to create space for gratitude, awe, and joy in your own life. In this episode, you’ll learn:Why constant exposure to negative news drains us, and how to reset by practicing being present (3:48)What it means to walk mindfully and the benefits that come with it [9:04]How practicing gratitude for things that we take for granted deepens our awareness (17:27)About a valuable lesson I learned from acupuncture (20:37)Why multitasking is a myth and how paying attention to one thing at a time brings more joy (25:37)How practicing gratitude, awe, and joy strengthens connection to inner wisdom (27:17)About a simple practice that helps you weave gratitude, awe, and joy into your daily routine (38:27)ResourcesThe Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph CampbellThe Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell and Bill MoyersFreedom’s Teacher by Katherine Mellen CharronLet's connect!My Email: ldroseconsulting@gmail.comMentor International: www.mentorfoundationusa.orgMentor: www.mentoring.orgAshoka Changemakers: www.ashoka.org