How Are You Showing Up with Marcy Axelrod

In this episode of Real Men Feel, host Andy Grant welcomes Marcy Axelrod, a best-selling author and TEDx speaker, to discuss the concept of 'showing up.' Marcy shares insights from her book 'How We Choose to Show Up,' which explores the importance of being present and engaging fully in life's moments.

The conversation delves into the roles we play in life, the difference between merely showing up and truly engaging, and the societal influences keeping us from fully participating in our lives. Marcy also provides practical tips and explains how truly showing up can improve performance, deepen relationships, and enhance overall well-being.

00:00 Welcome to Real Men Feel
00:18 Introducing Marcy Axelrod
01:22 Understanding the Concept of Showing Up
03:12 The Two Attention Systems
04:43 Levels of Showing Up
09:40 Society's Impact on Showing Up
17:32 The Natural Progression of Showing Up
24:18 Marcy's Personal Journey
24:53 A Childhood Memory and Its Impact
26:07 Steps to Truly Show Up in 2025
27:31 The Importance of Noticing and Gratitude
28:31 Belief Systems and Emotional Care
32:34 The Role of Societal Changes
34:21 The Three Roles We Play
37:07 Practical Tips and Recommendations
38:58 The Essence of Showing Up
43:53 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Connect with Marcy
Marcy Axelrod -- http://www.choosetoshowup.com/
LinkedIn -- https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcy/
Instagram -- https://www.instagram.com/marcyaxelrod/

Resources
How We Choose to Show Up: Nature's Playbook for Creating a Meaningful Life, Marcy Axelrod
-- https://amzn.to/4jjkIrq
Immoderate Greatness: Why Civilizations Fail, William Ophuls -- https://amzn.to/3PIVbu5

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