…because we can't solve earth's most pressing issue without a healthy team.

In part 1 of my episode, with Executive Director & Author Eve Turow-Paul, we explore how having healthy people is crucial for organizations to innovatively tackle pressing threats of climate change.

Together, Jessy and Eve explore concepts from Eve’s book, "Hungry" and self-determination theory, relating them to her approach to leadership at Food for Climate League. Eve further elaborates on her transition from a “do the work” role in a startup environment to a leadership position that builds team, culture and processes. She shares strategies such as the Sustainable Self Initiative, highlighting the significance of self-care amid busy schedules, resource constraints, and the importance of normalizing breaks.

At the heart of Eve's leadership philosophy lies a profound belief in the power of thriving people and cultivating a workplace environment - truly propels the mission forward.

Show Topics:

• Introduction to Self-Determination: Autonomy, Master/Competence, Relatedness

• Transitioning from Author to Leader

• Building Sustainable Self for Mental Health in Low Resource, Triggering Environments

• Developing Healthy Teams Aligned with Mission

• Understanding the impact of White Supremacy Culture of Urgency and Perfectionism

• Managing Persuasive Self-Judgment and Self-Imposed Urgency

Reference: Deci, E. L., & Ryan, R. M. (1985). Intrinsic motivation and self-determination in human behavior. Springer Science & Business Media. Rigby, C. S., & Ryan, R. M. (2018). Self-determination theory in human resource development: New directions and practical considerations. Advances in Developing Human Resources, 20(2), 133-147.