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057 | The Food Bank Problem
Food banks have become a symbol of generosity and resilience—neighbors helping neighbors in times of need. But what if that very system of charity is also propping up systemic failure?
In this episode of The Good...
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056 | The Patriarchy Problem
Everyone blames the patriarchy. But what if it isn’t a villain — it’s a system we forgot to update? In this episode, Denaige traces the word’s origins from its Greek roots to modern headlines, unpacking how a...
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055 | Season End: Getting Ready for a Good Think
This is it — the closing chapter of Emotional Organization and the beginning of something entirely new.
In this final episode, Denaige introduces The Good Think — a podcast for people who are tired of surface-level...
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054 | The Year I Learned to Listen to Myself
This episode marks the beginning of a new chapter. After a year of recording, reflection, and learning out loud, Denaige looks back on what Emotional Organization taught her — not about emotions, but about thinking,...
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053 | Love Letters: My One and Only Daughter
In this heartfelt episode, Denaige McDonnell reflects on her journey as a mother through a love letter to her daughter, Arcana. She shares personal stories, lessons learned, and the profound impact her daughter has...
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052 | Interview With an Entrepreneur: Mental Health and Business Building
Episode Summary:
Building a business isn’t just about strategy—it’s about mindset, confidence, and personal growth. In this episode, I sit down with my sister, Lola Shanks, a certified counselor and founder of Beyond...
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051 | Interview With an Entrepreneur: Putting Principles Before Profit
In this episode of Emotional Organization, Denaige McDonnell interviews her husband, Keith McDonnell, about his journey into entrepreneurship. They discuss the importance of emotional intelligence in leadership, the...
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050 | Risk is Relative: Refining Your Approach to Threat Assessment
When you hear the word risk, do you immediately think danger, loss, or threat?
In this episode, we flip the script and take a deep dive into the real meaning of risk—and how your perception of it is silently...
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049 | The Creation of Culture: Building Something You Love
Workplace culture isn’t just about corporate policies or glossy mission statements—it’s a reflection of the collective behaviors, values, and emotional energy of the people who make up the organization. In this...
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048 | Root Setting: Forming Powerful Foundations for Growth
In this episode, Dr. Denaige McDonnell explores the concept of 'root setting' as a vital leadership skill that involves creating stability in one's life. She shares her personal journey of moving frequently during her...
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047 | Leadership Paradigms: Understanding How You See the World
What You’ll Learn:
What is a Paradigm?
Explore the three core components of paradigms:
Ontology: How you perceive reality.
Epistemology: How you determine what’s true.
Axiology: What you value most.
Learn how...
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046 | Love Letters: Mental Model Makers—Past, Present, and Pretend
In Episode 46 of Emotional Organization, I’m writing a love letter to the powerhouse women — real, remembered, and imagined — who have shaped the way I think, act, and live. Through nine life areas, I explore the role...
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