Sometimes the bravest thing you can do is back off. Allow a situation to breathe. Let people show you who they are and what they are willing and able to give.

In this episode, I explore the quiet strength of restraint. What happens when you stop micromanaging the moment? What shifts when you choose to observe instead of intervene? Drawing inspiration from Dag Hammarskjöld’s own ability to lead without dominating, I reflect on the art of holding space—of letting people show you who they are, without scripting the outcome.

This one’s for the overthinkers, the fixers, the perfectionists, the (recovering) Type As (like me), the ones who feel the weight of always having to manage the room. You don’t.

Tune in and exhale.

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In this episode of Decoding the Unicorn: The Podcast, let's turn down the noise and tune into something far more radical: rest. 💤

Downtime isn’t laziness—it’s medicine. Whether you're a sensitive soul, a creative powerhouse, or just someone trying to keep up with the chaos of modern life, rest is not optional. It heals. It replenishes. It’s necessary.

If you've ever felt guilty for slowing down or unsure how to give yourself permission to be still, this one’s for you. Let’s normalize rest, celebrate quiet, and remember that even unicorns need a nap sometimes. 🦄💙

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The bane of any introvert's work existence: groupthink.

Managers may imagine it’s cozy and convenient . . . but it can be catastrophic.

Key thoughts:
✔️ Dag pushed against groupthink and cult-like tactics.
✔️ There has to be a "solution" better than "everyone takes the talking stick during the meeting." 😖
✔️ We can learn things even when we disagree with each other.

Tune in, breathe deep, and join the quiet resistance.

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