The Role of Self-Compassion in Sustaining Motivation: A Conversation with Aunia Kahn

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In this inspiring episode from the archives, Louise and Kim sit down with the remarkable Aunia Khan, CEO of Rise Visible. Aunia opens up about her extraordinary journey from battling chronic illness to becoming a top-tier digital marketer, artist, and entrepreneur. This conversation dives deep into the complexities of motivation, self-identity, and the power of resilience in the face of life's challenges.
"Achievement is not my identity." - Aunia Khan
Episode Highlights:

• Aunia's Journey: From dental assistant to CEO of Rise Visible, and how unexpected life events shaped her career path.
• Overcoming Adversity: Aunia shares her experience of being bedridden for 11.5 years and how it influenced her perspective on life and work.
• Motivation and Action: The group explores the chicken-and-egg relationship between motivation and action.
• Neurodiversity and Motivation: Aunia discusses how being neurodivergent affects her motivation levels and work patterns.
• The "Potato Moment": Understanding and embracing periods of low motivation without self-judgment.
• Identity and Achievement: Breaking free from the notion that personal worth is tied to accomplishments.
• Self-Talk and Inner Critic: Strategies for nurturing positive self-talk and challenging the inner critic.
• Burnout and Self-Care: Recognizing the importance of rest and avoiding the glorification of burnout.
• Seeking Help: The importance of recognizing when professional help is needed for mental health and motivation issues.

Key Moments:
[00:00] Celebrating meaningful conversation amid a challenging week.

[12:18] Universe redirects paths; childhood dreams reveal destiny.

[16:34] Resilience and self-compassion in face of challenges.

[24:02] Struggling with burnout and self-nurturing amidst illness.

[32:04] Extreme motivation vs. zero motivation, impacted by neurodivergence.

[34:22] Action creates motivation, don't wait to act.

[37:52] Seek help for depression; options are available.

[43:19] Achievement is not my identity. Inspiring realization.
Connect with Aunia:

• https://auniakahn.com
• https://risevisible.com
• Social Media: @auniakahn on all platforms
• Business: @risevisible on all channels

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