You're not alone if you think it used to be easier to make friends. But this doesn't mean that you can't rekindle the skills you had as a child. In this 10 minute podcast, I explore the power of making new friends and offer a whole bunch of ways you can meet new cool, groovy people that are just like your cool, groovy self!  If you'd like to read the notes for this podcast, you can find that here.  Please don't forget to hit subscribe &amp; share!   More daily inspiration can be found here, too! 

You're not alone if you think it used to be easier to make friends. But this doesn't mean that you can't rekindle the skills you had as a child. In this 10 minute podcast, I explore the power of making new friends and offer a whole bunch of ways you can meet new cool, groovy people that are just like your cool, groovy self! If you'd like to read the notes for this podcast, you can find that <a href="https://silverdisobedience.rocks/how-to-connect-create-new-friendships-at-any-age/" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. Please don't forget to hit subscribe &amp; share! More daily inspiration can be found <a href="https://SilverDisobedience.Rocks" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">here, too! </a>

The Power of Creating New Friendships at Every Age

Do you blame others for things going wrong in your life? Be honest. It's a big temptation and we all do it to some degree or another. But we also know: It doesn't feel good. Blaming is always following by needing to apologize and hoping that our outburst is forgotten. So why do we do it? Blaming others is actually a serious sign of how self-critical and unloved we feel. In this episode, I'm going to share thoughts on the blame game; why we do it; and most importantly: what we can do to stop. If you want to read the full accompanying blog to this podcast, you can find it here I'm Dian Griesel, Ph.D., a perception analyst and the author/blogger known as @SilverDisobedience   You can find daily inspiration on my website or @SilverDisobedience on Instagram &amp; Facebook. And before you leave...DON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE! Pretty Please!

Do you blame others for things going wrong in your life? Be honest. It's a big temptation and we all do it to some degree or another. But we also know: It doesn't feel good. Blaming is always following by needing to apologize and hoping that our outburst is forgotten. So why do we do it? Blaming others is actually a serious sign of how self-critical and unloved we feel. In this episode, I'm going to share thoughts on the blame game; why we do it; and most importantly: what we can do to stop. If you want to read the full accompanying blog to this podcast, you can find it <a href="https://silverdisobedience.rocks/powering-up-self-acceptance/" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> I'm Dian Griesel, Ph.D., a perception analyst and the author/blogger known as @SilverDisobedience You can find daily inspiration on my website or @SilverDisobedience on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/silverdisobedience/" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SilverDisobedience/" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. And before you leave...DON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE! Pretty Please!

How Playing "the Blame Game" is really Self-Criticism in its Worst Form

Envy. That's an easy characteristic to pick up in a world-dominated by social media. In less than 6 minutes, I'll break down envy and give you a new perspective -- sharing how envy might actually be your ultimate motivator if you flip it on its head.  I'm @DianGriesel aka @SilverDisobedience Please subscribe! AND, you can always find a plethora of inspiring content over on my website, SilverDisobedience.Rocks Check it out...after you subscribe...oh wait, did I say that already?! ;-)

Envy. That's an easy characteristic to pick up in a world-dominated by social media. In less than 6 minutes, I'll break down envy and give you a new perspective -- sharing how envy might actually be your ultimate motivator if you flip it on its head. I'm @DianGriesel aka @SilverDisobedience Please subscribe! AND, you can always find a plethora of inspiring content over on my website, <a href="https://SilverDisobedience.Rocks" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">SilverDisobedience.Rocks</a> Check it out...after you subscribe...oh wait, did I say that already?! ;-)

Envy No One

Sometime we have to turn the page or close the book -- instead of sticking it out until the last chapter. In this mini-podcast we'll look at all the reasons we might choose to move forward...and assure you that you've got the experience to do so.  If you'd like more inspiration on a daily basis, be sure to visit my website: SilverDisobedience.Rocks  I'm @DianGriesel aka @SilverDisobedience on most social platforms.  PS: Please subscribe! 

Sometime we have to turn the page or close the book -- instead of sticking it out until the last chapter. In this mini-podcast we'll look at all the reasons we might choose to move forward...and assure you that you've got the experience to do so. If you'd like more inspiration on a daily basis, be sure to visit my website: <a href="https://SilverDisobedience.Rocks" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">SilverDisobedience.Rocks</a> I'm @DianGriesel aka @SilverDisobedience on most social platforms. PS: Please subscribe!

When It's Time to Turn the Page

In this episode: 10 Things You Can Do to Get Out of a Funky Mood -- I share fun, easy-to-do suggestions that are sure to elevate spirits and moods. But, you just have to choose to do them! Tune in and feel free to share this with your family and friends. If you want more inspiration, remember, you can also check in on my daily blog SilverDisobedience.Rocks Lastly...Don't forget to subscribe! 

In this episode: 10 Things You Can Do to Get Out of a Funky Mood -- I share fun, easy-to-do suggestions that are sure to elevate spirits and moods. But, you just have to choose to do them! Tune in and feel free to share this with your family and friends. If you want more inspiration, remember, you can also check in on my daily blog <a href="https://SilverDisobedience.Rocks" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">SilverDisobedience.Rocks</a> Lastly...Don't forget to subscribe!

10 Things You Can Do to Get Out of a Funky Mood!

Turn up the volume during this trance-formative meditation as it aligns your spirit and well-being with powerful oceanic forces. You can either listen with your eyes closed or keep them open. Either way, you'll hear meditative, hypnotic and inspiring words coupled with the sounds of the Ocean. Tell me how you feel as you power up your energy in just 3-minutes. Feel free to listen to come back and listen to this often!  As always, please subscribe to my podcast here on Spotify and if you need additional inspiration on a daily basis, you can find it at: https://SilverDisobedience.Rocks

Turn up the volume during this trance-formative meditation as it aligns your spirit and well-being with powerful oceanic forces. You can either listen with your eyes closed or keep them open. Either way, you'll hear meditative, hypnotic and inspiring words coupled with the sounds of the Ocean. Tell me how you feel as you power up your energy in just 3-minutes. Feel free to listen to come back and listen to this often! As always, please subscribe to my podcast here on Spotify and if you need additional inspiration on a daily basis, you can find it at: <a href="https://SilverDisobedience.Rocks" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">https://SilverDisobedience.Rocks</a>

3 Minutes of Deep Relaxation: A Guided Tranceformative Meditation

Many of us have had periods in our lives where we craved craziness and drama. Then, a day arrived when we wanted a little more peace. We hoped that things could be "normal." But does a normal life exist? Is it a real possibility? In this mini podcast we'll explore it!  Please subscribe if you like this podcast! AND, remember, daily inspiration can be found at SilverDisobedience.Rocks

Many of us have had periods in our lives where we craved craziness and drama. Then, a day arrived when we wanted a little more peace. We hoped that things could be "normal." But does a normal life exist? Is it a real possibility? In this mini podcast we'll explore it! Please subscribe if you like this podcast! AND, remember, daily inspiration can be found at <a href="https://SilverDisobedience.Rocks" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">SilverDisobedience.Rocks</a>

So You Want to Live a Normal Life: Is there such a thing as a normal life?

Are you your own authority figure? Do you make your own decisions -- and more importantly -- do you own the results (or consequences and responsibilities) of your choices and decisions?  Being your own "Authority" figure is a big marker of being a maturity and maturity is not an age-dependent factor. Maturity can develop at any age -- and it starts with taking responsibility.   Please tune in and share your thoughts! AND - Subscribe for more podcasts. As always, additional inspiration can be found at SilverDisobedience.Rocks

Are you your own authority figure? Do you make your own decisions -- and more importantly -- do you own the results (or consequences and responsibilities) of your choices and decisions? Being your own "Authority" figure is a big marker of being a maturity and maturity is not an age-dependent factor. Maturity can develop at any age -- and it starts with taking responsibility. Please tune in and share your thoughts! AND - Subscribe for more podcasts. As always, additional inspiration can be found at <a href="https://SilverDisobedience.Rocks" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">SilverDisobedience.Rocks</a>

Who's in Charge of Your Opinions?

Do we really attract all that happens to us? Could this be true? Maybe, yes and no with a big disclaimer! Tune in to this mini podcast for the next 8:30 to hear a few thoughts! During the first 5 minutes I share an overview of the law and the theory behind it and during the last 3 minutes, Charlotte Reardon joins in with her thoughts on the topic!  Lastly, as always, it would be wonderful to hear yours as well!. I'm Dian Griesel aka perception analyst &amp; author @SilverDisobedience I share a blog daily at SilverDisobedience.Rocks

Do we really attract all that happens to us? Could this be true? Maybe, yes and no with a big disclaimer! Tune in to this mini podcast for the next 8:30 to hear a few thoughts! During the first 5 minutes I share an overview of the law and the theory behind it and during the last 3 minutes, Charlotte Reardon joins in with her thoughts on the topic! Lastly, as always, it would be wonderful to hear yours as well!. I'm Dian Griesel aka perception analyst &amp; author @SilverDisobedience I share a blog daily at <a href="https://SilverDisobedience.Rocks" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">SilverDisobedience.Rocks</a>

The Law of Attraction: Is it B.S. Hocus Pocus? ! 

Have you ever wondered what comes first? Self-esteem or self-confidence? More so, are they equally important? In this mini-podcast, in less than 5 minutes, I explain what you'll want to know about both characteristics.   As always, you can find more support and ideas to ponder at: ⁠SilverDisobedience.Rocks⁠

Have you ever wondered what comes first? Self-esteem or self-confidence? More so, are they equally important? In this mini-podcast, in less than 5 minutes, I explain what you'll want to know about both characteristics. As always, you can find more support and ideas to ponder at: <a href="https://SilverDisobedience.Rocks" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">⁠SilverDisobedience.Rocks⁠</a>

Self Esteem vs. Self Confidence

Most of us would benefit from understanding the conscious and unconscious factors that motivate us. We want to be living our best lives. Though sometimes this feels like a such a huge challenge, we don’t know where to begin. The Silver Disobedience® podcast is here to help. Each mini-podcast, of 10 minutes or less, offers a single take-away lesson for developing better self-understanding and self-love. Real &amp; never judgmental, the actionable insights and ideas will give your directions for living a happier life with more loving and rewarding relationships. I hope you'll subscribe.

Do you re-act? When we find ourselves instantly &amp; defensively reacting to a comment often this is because we are pulling information from old memory files. Instead of being present in the brand new moment -- that while it may feel familiar, is still actually a wholly new moment -- we "re-act" drawing on unconscious feelings gathered from past situation. This 3m14 sec. mini-podcast explores this.  I'm Dian Griesel aka @SilverDisobience

Do you re-act? When we find ourselves instantly &amp; defensively reacting to a comment often this is because we are pulling information from old memory files. Instead of being present in the brand new moment -- that while it may feel familiar, is still actually a wholly new moment -- we "re-act" drawing on unconscious feelings gathered from past situation. This 3m14 sec. mini-podcast explores this. I'm Dian Griesel aka @SilverDisobience

Re-Actions

While it's quite common to have friends who are our own age -- are we missing out by not making friends with people who are both younger and older than we are? In this episode, Dian Griesel and Charlotte Reardon discuss their 30 year age difference along with other very important friendships in their lives -- that also involve big age gaps. The benefits of "friends of all ages" are explored. 

While it's quite common to have friends who are our own age -- are we missing out by not making friends with people who are both younger and older than we are? In this episode, Dian Griesel and Charlotte Reardon discuss their 30 year age difference along with other very important friendships in their lives -- that also involve big age gaps. The benefits of "friends of all ages" are explored.

Friendship Age Gaps: The Benefits of Making Friends with People of All Ages

It seems to me that throughout our lives, we are either told to “act our age” or we spend time worrying about “becoming our age.” What’s up with our culturalissues regarding aging? Why don’t we just relax, welcome and embrace the benefits of the years we have lived? Good question! I think it is due to the socialization processes that we all go through from the day we're born. We're told what to do, how to do it, when to do it and more -- and we're often left doubting ourselves and worrying about if we're doing life right. This leads to all kinds of worries, anxiety &amp; confidence issues. The goal for each of my essays—on this podcast, in my books and on my daily blog—has remained constant: By sharing what my readers view as “practical, relatable yet challenging thoughts,” perhaps others can engage with my musings and find them to be comforting as we explore our connectedness and release many of the feelings of “aloneness” that we all grapple with to one degree or another throughout our lives. This dream has been realized beyond my wildest imaginings, thanks to the willingness of the hundreds of thousands who participate in a daily conversation on my website and social media accounts. The comments following each Silver Disobedience blog are as insightful and honest as I hope each of my essays is. This mutual dialog continues to be immensely heartwarming and underscores the joys of unanticipated “aging” consequences. Clearly, there is a collective desire to understand ourselves, our responsibilities and our relationships—including our desire to confront our differences in constructive ways instead of simply holding on to the need to be “right.” The ongoing conversation confirms that the essence of “Who we are” doesn’t change very much as we age—yet, we appear to believe wholeheartedly that each year has helped us to become better in myriad ways. I hope you'll enjoy this video/podcast, subscribe and tune in regularly with your thoughts!  I'm Dian Griesel aka @SilverDisobedience

It seems to me that throughout our lives, we are either told to “act our age” or we spend time worrying about “becoming our age.” What’s up with our cultural issues regarding aging? Why don’t we just relax, welcome and embrace the benefits of the years we have lived? Good question! I think it is due to the socialization processes that we all go through from the day we're born. We're told what to do, how to do it, when to do it and more -- and we're often left doubting ourselves and worrying about if we're doing life right. This leads to all kinds of worries, anxiety &amp; confidence issues. The goal for each of <a href="https://SilverDisobedience.Rocks" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">my essays</a>—on this podcast, in my books and on my daily blog—has remained constant: By sharing what my readers view as “practical, relatable yet challenging thoughts,” perhaps others can engage with my musings and find them to be comforting as we explore our connectedness and release many of the feelings of “aloneness” that we all grapple with to one degree or another throughout our lives. This dream has been realized beyond my wildest imaginings, thanks to the willingness of the hundreds of thousands who participate in a daily conversation on my website and social media accounts. The comments following each <a href="https://SilverDisobedience.Rocks" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">Silver Disobedience blog</a> are as insightful and honest as I hope each of my essays is. This mutual dialog continues to be immensely heartwarming and underscores the joys of unanticipated “aging” consequences. Clearly, there is a collective desire to understand ourselves, our responsibilities and our relationships—including our desire to confront our differences in constructive ways instead of simply holding on to the need to be “right.” The ongoing conversation confirms that the essence of “Who we are” doesn’t change very much as we age—yet, we appear to believe wholeheartedly that each year has helped us to become better in myriad ways. I hope you'll enjoy this video/podcast, <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dian-griesel" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">subscribe and tune in regularly</a> with your thoughts! I'm <a href="https://DianGriesel.com" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">Dian Griesel </a>aka <a href="https://www.instagram.com/silverdisobedience/" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">@SilverDisobedience</a>

Why You MAY Want to Subscribe to the Silver Disobedience® Podcast

Trusting Life? Seriously, that might feel like more of a challenge than ever before. So much feels like it is totally out of our control. The fact is -- yes, there are a lot of things that are out of our control. But -- and the truth usually comes after the word "but" -- there are still also plenty of things within our control. In this podcast I share a variety of things you can do -- starting right now -- to feel greater trust about how your life is unfolding. 

Trusting Life? Seriously, that might feel like more of a challenge than ever before. So much feels like it is totally out of our control. The fact is -- yes, there are a lot of things that are out of our control. But -- and the truth usually comes after the word "but" -- there are still also plenty of things within our control. In this podcast I share a variety of things you can do -- starting right now -- to feel greater trust about how your life is unfolding.

Reframing Trust in Our Lives 

There are many kinds of friendships that we will develop throughout our lives -- from acquaintances, casual, work, close, social and besties. All of our friendships are important and they each have the ability to fulfill our different needs for human connection. Yet, it is very important to understand the differences between our varying friendships because much like most relationships, they are rarely one-size-fits all. IF we believe otherwise, we may be putting too much pressure on the relationship which might cause us to lose it or feel otherwise disappointed. Tune in for a new perspective on the value of all types of friends. 

There are many kinds of friendships that we will develop throughout our lives -- from acquaintances, casual, work, close, social and besties. All of our friendships are important and they each have the ability to fulfill our different needs for human connection. Yet, it is very important to understand the differences between our varying friendships because much like most relationships, they are rarely one-size-fits all. IF we believe otherwise, we may be putting too much pressure on the relationship which might cause us to lose it or feel otherwise disappointed. Tune in for a new perspective on the value of all types of friends.

Friendships: The Many Kinds and Value of Each

Do you wonder if possibilities still exists for you? Take five minutes and listen to this I promise you’ll see possibility in a whole new way. I’m Dian Griesel aka @SilverDisobedience

The Condition of Possibility

Finding new friends that you can connect with can feel daunting. But it is doable! And it is very worth doing! While maybe you're a bit out of practice, if you think your life would benefit from developing additional friendships, tune in for five minutes. I'm Dian Griesel, Ph.D. and along with Charlotte Reardon we will share several ways you can start today to expand your besties circle right away! 

Finding new friends that you can connect with can feel daunting. But it is doable! And it is very worth doing! While maybe you're a bit out of practice, if you think your life would benefit from developing additional friendships, tune in for five minutes. I'm Dian Griesel, Ph.D. and along with Charlotte Reardon we will share several ways you can start today to expand your besties circle right away!

Where to Find New Friends

There was a time that few questioned going to work or going out for dinners, dancing and fun. Then things changed. Suddenly, these simple basic choices were beyond our control. Such a startling loss of these everyday freedoms has left a residual impact for many and made some of us question or doubt our abilities to gather with friends, start new relationships, get back into office culture and to simply say "Hello" or "Let's get together." In this podcast, we begin an exploration on how to become more social and make new connections. We'll be diving even deeper in future episodes...but here's where to begin the discussion!

There was a time that few questioned going to work or going out for dinners, dancing and fun. Then things changed. Suddenly, these simple basic choices were beyond our control. Such a startling loss of these everyday freedoms has left a residual impact for many and made some of us question or doubt our abilities to gather with friends, start new relationships, get back into office culture and to simply say "Hello" or "Let's get together." In this podcast, we begin an exploration on how to become more social and make new connections. We'll be diving even deeper in future episodes...but here's where to begin the discussion!

Have We Forgotten How to Socialize? Tips to Start Getting Back to Socializing

I can literally speak about crashing and fear. I've lived through 3 plane crashes. Here in less than 5 minutes I'll explain why you don't need to crash to reap the benefits of fear. Check it out! 

I can literally speak about crashing and fear. I've lived through 3 plane crashes. Here in less than 5 minutes I'll explain why you don't need to crash to reap the benefits of fear. Check it out!

Crashing Through Fear

While we all might life to be "normal," there really is no normal. In the next 265 seconds...Less than 4 minutes, I'll explain why this is a good thing!

While we all might life to be "normal," there really is no normal. In the next 265 seconds...Less than 4 minutes, I'll explain why this is a good thing!

No Normal

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