The Organized Thinker
By Lesley Geller
This podcast is about finding the sweet spot in being an organized and clutter free person, who is able to complete daily tasks, think clearly, stay present and reset as needed. The sweet spot, where humans find actual sustainable success, and happiness, does not stem from how we align our things, but instead, from how we align our thinking.
The Organized ThinkerMar 22, 2024
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Episode #64 - Channeling the lens of spring
If you really want to channel the change of the seasons, do as the buds do…and move through the dirt and into the sunshine. The change that awaits, may astound you.
Mar 22, 202408:20
Episode 63 - There are always signs
In order to end this year in a way that matters, we may have to look beyond grief and chaos and instead focus on the signs that our life is revealing. Do you notice the signs? If not, you may want to pay attention…they are everywhere and you may be missing out the best that life is trying to give you.
Dec 18, 202306:31
Episode 62 - Need real clarity? Be still.
Too busy to be still? Think again. Actually, the busier you are, the more you need to do just that. In fact, Recent studies show that taking time for silence restores the nervous system, helps sustain energy and conditions our mind to be more adaptive and responsive to the complex environments in which so many of us now live, work and lead. Are you resisting being still? Let’s try this on!
Nov 21, 202309:25
Episode #61 - Transforming the Silence
Understanding the importance and power of silence will be the beginning of every great next thing you’re hoping for. What do you do with silence? Do you run from it? Crave it? Avoid it? Would you be willing to lean into it to see the power it has? Take a listen…we can transform the way we see silence.
Oct 25, 202307:48
Episode #60 - So you want to write a book?!
How long have you been thinking about this? Have you started many times to no avail? Or do you get stuck before you even hit the keyboard? With some simple tricks, you can not only begin, but keep writing, all the way to the end!
Sep 27, 202309:07
Episode #59 - The Undoing of the Nest
The noise clattering in the back of my head, is about the upcoming, inevitable, unavoidable, impending undoing of the nest. It’s about looking fate squarely in the eyes and acknowledging that in just 4 days, our nest will be empty. We will be empty-nesters as the last one in the nest, the only daughter of our 4 children, will be heading to college. If you are about to experience this empty nest, take a listen to some ways to undo the nest…before it empties.
Aug 12, 202310:38
Episode #58 - Expanding your belief system to have the life you want.
What if what you currently believe about your life could be shifted in a way that was better aligned with the way you want to live? Interested in learning how? Take a listen!
Jul 14, 202310:25
Episode #57 - Maybe we could just “Let Them”…
What if we aren’t supposed to be trying to save all of our people? What if the more we try, the more damage we actually do? It is something to think about…I mean, at some point, we do need to just let them…do what they want to do. See how this perspective may change your mind a bit.
Jun 23, 202310:59
Episode #56 - It’s Not the Pebble in Your Shoe
It’s not really the pebble in your shoe that is bothering, even though you have been obsessing about it. Actually, it’s the climb that has been wearing you thin. Listen to some simple ways to distinguish the difference and how to simply shake it out.
Jun 07, 202310:23
Episode #55 - Imagine Returning to Factory Settings
Can you imagine what it would be like if we, as humans, not cell phones, could return to factory settings? What would that even be like? And what’s the possibility of us getting to that experience without deleting our memory bank? Check it out!
May 31, 202308:23
Episode #54 - Finding Comfort in the Gray Areas of Life
Did you know that the color gray actually represents neutrality and balance? So then why do we often associate the gray areas in our life to be so stressful? Here’s some insight into why and also how to change that perspective.
May 08, 202309:09
Episode #53 - Paralyzed by the Decision Making Process?
It’s always helpful to do some research before making a decision. But how much is enough? How will you know when it’s time to simply make the choice? At what point do you become paralyzed by analysis paralysis…and seemingly unable to make any decision at all? Take a listen and grab a new perspective that will get you back into action!
Apr 26, 202309:24
Episode #52 - Reset to rewire your thinking
In order to get that pep back in our step we simply need to reset. But that means, stepping out of our comfort zone, for at least a little bit. Have you tried pickle ball? That one was way out of my comfort zone…but after months and months, I finally went for the hard reset! Check it out…it may inspire you as well.
Apr 15, 202308:51
Episode #51 - Feeling Misplaced?
I know we are supposedly back to normal, so why do I feel so misplaced and anything like my old self? There may be a reason that hasn’t even occurred to you…and also a perspective shift that could definitely help you reset!
Mar 21, 202311:02
Episode #50 - Why Should You Change Your Mind?
Why should you change your mind? I mean, you do believe in the things you are thinking, right? Well, maybe. Yet all those frustrations you feel on a daily basis that lead to over thinking, stress, and anxiety could no doubt use a perspective shift. And as long as you are open to changing your own mind, the shift will come right along with it.
Check out my new book: Born for this Shift! Techniques and tools that you can begin using right away, to help you shift your thinking in a way that will change your life. Listen and then share!
Check out my new book: Born for this Shift! Techniques and tools that you can begin using right away, to help you shift your thinking in a way that will change your life. Listen and then share!
Mar 07, 202304:41
Episode #49 - Why NOW is the time for a CoWorking space
Maybe you are finally noticing that working from home, while it has many perks, also has even more disruptions. Ones that have been keeping you from being as productive as possible. Now is the time to shift into a coworking space!
Feb 24, 202304:10
Episode #48 - Turning the Dial on Negative Thinking
There’s that little voice inside. The one that keeps feeding you those negative thoughts. The one that keeps sabotaging you from what you want to do next…I know you’ve heard it. But did you also know that there is a simple way to lower the volume? Let’s do that!
Feb 08, 202308:34
Episode #47 - Born for This Shift. New book alert!
My new book is about to drop! Born for this Shift: How to change your mind in a way that will change your life! Sound like something you could use? Message me to preorder a signed copy!
Jan 10, 202303:25
Episode #46 - Is the Clean Slate Overwhelming?
What if the story you are telling yourself, about what you have been doing, or what you should be doing, or why you haven’t been doing so many things, isn’t at all about the overwhelm that lies ahead? What if it is something else completely?
Jan 02, 202309:28
Episode #45 - Following a Scent-Less Path
How do we choose which of our senses we trust, while being skeptical of others? And how are we letting the stories around what we believe, get in our way?
Dec 22, 202210:43
Episode #44 - Reframing Balance with Life as the Focus
I’m starting to think that work/life balance isn’t working out very well because we have it all backwards. What if you could feel more balanced simply by keeping LIFE in the forefront? Try on this perspective shift and let me know what you think!
Dec 13, 202209:36
Episode #43 -Empty Spaces
What will it take for you to flip the switch and appreciate the chairs that are filled at your table this holiday season, without a focus on empty spaces? I’ve got just the perspective you need…take a listen and leave me a message!
Dec 01, 202210:17
Episode #42 - Lazy? I Doubt it.
Sometimes we truly just don’t feel like doing that particular thing. Even though we wrote it down, even though we told someone we were going to do it. Some days are just like that. It is then that we have choices. We can take the time to look clearly and intentionally at the thing we are not doing. And then ask ourselves some questions that will shift our focus to the things we can control:
Nov 21, 202207:22
Stress-Free Productivity in 28 Days
Did you know that the sweet spot in being productive and focused, is in learning how to simultaneously become efficient and relaxed. Yes, at the same time! Only then, will you be able to tap into your most productive state. Interested, learn more about my online Self-Study Program: 28 Days to Stress-Free Productivity.
Nov 19, 202204:17
You Just Do It.
There are some simple ways you could become the person that can just keep getting back up...no matter what is going on. Even if this is not a natural way of being for you, you can access a purposeful life by design.
Nov 17, 202208:14
Episode #40 - Giving up the Game of Guilt
Is the guilt you feel simply a matter of deeply caring about others or is there a bit more to it that could be affecting you in many other less obvious ways?
Nov 16, 202210:08
Episode #39 - On the Inside of Happy
How can we be enthusiastic about anything when we don’t feel happy? And how can we possibly even feel happy with all the unhappy things around us? I know it seems impossible, but it is possible to create a space that will give you all of your emotional power back. Are you ready for that?
Nov 11, 202209:59
Episode #38 - It’s Not Me. It’s THEM
Why do I even need a perspective shift? I mean, none of this is because of anything I am doing. This is all them. Well, let’s take a look at how even if that is true, a perspective shift could be just what you need to let it go and carry on.
Oct 20, 202208:08
Episode #37 - Flipping the Script on a Story you Can’t Change
Feeling exhausted from mentally trying to get everyone to think and act like you do? It might be time, to flip the script on a story you can’t change.
Oct 17, 202210:16
I’m your host: Lesley Geller
Let me just introduce myself…
Oct 13, 202200:20
Purposefully Motivated
Why I am purposefully motivated by the motivation and purpose of those around me!
Oct 13, 202207:18
Episode #36 - Rounded Corners on My Grief Journey
You can’t see around corners. On some days, that helps. And other days, it makes me think deeply, which is probably just what I need…Join me on this grief journey. Together we can get to the other side.
Sep 05, 202211:49
Episode #35 - You Might Be Right
Ever wonder why you get so upset listening to someone you care about, often interrupting, rather than listening? The answer may not surprise you, but the solution to becoming a better listener might do just that! And it’s not that hard…
Aug 16, 202208:15
Episode #34 - We Bottomed Out and Were Forced to Drift. And Think.
The Pandemic of 2020 was certainly a shared hardship, no matter which side of the coin you were on. Even now, many are still in the throes of a curveball that has us walking with a bit of a limp.
Of bad things, good things come, though and if we can be intentional in our search, we will see it. Are you looking for it?
Of bad things, good things come, though and if we can be intentional in our search, we will see it. Are you looking for it?
Jul 26, 202211:57
Episode #33 - Gravity Hill and the Pull of Life
Have you ever, and I mean, ever, said ‘no, I definitely can’t do that’ and then unbeknownst to yourself, actually did that thing?! Swim across the lake. Write that book. Get your first client. Get your 100th client. Complete that research project. Fix that thing that has been broken for-ever!?
Yes?! Then you know it’s possible. The question is how do we repeat it? How do we get past the point of saying, no, I can’t, to maybe I can, to I did it!
Yes?! Then you know it’s possible. The question is how do we repeat it? How do we get past the point of saying, no, I can’t, to maybe I can, to I did it!
Jul 20, 202206:06
Episode #32 - Motherhood. Magic without the Formula
Lately I’ve been thinking that the only real magic is in the mysterious and amazing gift of creating another human being. Maybe, just maybe, no formula is needed…
Jul 11, 202208:14
Episode #31- If Only the Last One…came with a warning label.
As an entrepreneur myself, i know firsthand how often we would like to overlook that many of us are also parents. But let’s face it, as a working parent, we cannot simply take that piece out of the equation. And we shouldn’t. And more importantly, we should give it the space it deserves and make sure we understand how to find a peaceful balance. So let’s do that now. And we will start here…with all of those lasts our children experience with us. Wouldn’t it be great if we knew in advance of all the things in our life that were about to be the last? Feels like that could be really helpful…but actually, it could be the opposite of that.
Jun 02, 202208:39
Episode #30 - Problems are not stop signs.
Let’s talk about those pressing problems in your life that create chaos, cloud your thinking and are getting in your way…then we can talk about turning them into guidelines. Perspective is everything!
May 09, 202209:14
Episode #29 - You’ll Miss the Rainbow…If you Keep Blaming the Rain
If we could spend more time staying present to what is so in our lives, without this grading system of good, bad or no thank you…we just might feel happier altogether. Not only that, but we might actually enjoy the rain, with confidence that the rainbow is just around the corner.
Mar 18, 202208:59
Episode #28 - Stop Waiting to Feel Motivated
The sweet sauce in getting motivated, is to stop waiting for that feeling. Instead, learn how to get into action and invite your feelings along for the ride.
Feb 20, 202210:22
Episode #27 - Are you white-knuckling winter?
Do you white knuckle the winter months? Feel a lack of energy, with a bit of underlying discomfort and agitation that you can’t quite shake? I not only relate to all of those feelings, but have a few simple tips that actually help! And you don’t even need to take a flight to Florida…although that wouldn’t hurt.
Feb 02, 202209:05
Episode #26 - How to Avoid February Fallout
How to have successful resolutions. Now.
No matter how optimistic you were in December, recounting all the ways you were going to clean up aisle 9, taking care of your physical and mental well being, determined this year, to follow through like the warrior you are…the January fade is already beginning to take over. Here are a few reasons why, as well as how you can quickly regroup and regain control on this brand-new year.
Jan 24, 202211:14
Episode #25 - The Organized Thinker
In order to be organized in your life, you don’t have to be an organized person. You simply need to think and produce like an organized person! And this can be done, even with a messy desk. Join me as I share the opening of my new book: The Organized Thinker. I am positive it is just what your new year needs!
Jan 05, 202209:08
Episode #24 - The Veil of Compartmentalizing
How on earth are people so successful day in and day out, focused on what is right out in front of them…when so much is swirling around them in their life? In this episode, I will uncover the truth about the veil of compartmentalizing. It may be just what you need right now!
Dec 14, 202101:57
Episode #23 - Behind the Veil of Success
It’s time to lift the veil, that sheath that gently drapes over the truth. That sheath we hide behind. The frail covering that creates just a hair of distance between what is true and what we want to be our truth. Let’s really look at what is going on behind the veil of truth…so we can see who we are. So we can better understand where we have been and where we want to go. So we can genuinely and authentically be happy.
Nov 11, 202105:32
Episode #21 - If it's out of your hands, it deserves freedom from your mind as well.
Today's podcast is about actually letting go of the things in our life that we can't control, in order to have more joy in our life. Who wouldn't want that? Why would we want to carry things around that we have no ability to control or change? Instead, we can learn to gracefully let them go on demand and hold space only for the things we actually want in our life.
Here are just the tips you need today to live a more purposeful life. Enjoy, feedback is welcome and please do share!
Here are just the tips you need today to live a more purposeful life. Enjoy, feedback is welcome and please do share!
Nov 09, 202110:35
Episode #22 - I’ll never be able to do that. Not today anyway.
You know that thing you are holding onto? That idea that there are some things you are positive you will never be able to do…no matter what? Well you might be right. But also, you might be wrong. In fact, the only thing that might be keeping you from doing that certain thing is the stance you’re in. Sometimes, when we uncross our arms and shake them out, we can create a space to do the very things we swore we could never do! Take a listen…then try it out!
Oct 22, 202111:38
Episode #20 - I actually do care. It's just that I don't mind.
We go to extreme lengths to convince others of the way we think, when often it's best to understand how we can feel how we feel...independently of how they feel. I mean, how important is it?
Sep 08, 202107:08
Episode #19 - If you want to reduce stress, learn how to relax
We can't keep living under this blanket of stress and anxiety...we need to learn how to relax.
Aug 24, 202111:23
Episode #18 - Are you where you belong?
Rounding the corner of my 55th birthday I begin to see life in a completely different way. I am beginning to see that the place I have been used to is not the place I belong.
Jul 28, 202109:06