In this episode of the Essential Skills for Humaning podcast, host Christina Eanes, a former FBI violent crime analyst and senior manager turned workforce development expert, unpacks the critical difference between being nice and being kind. While niceness may keep the peace in the moment, kindness fuels long-term growth, trust, and stronger relationships. C ... Show More
Apr 1
The Calm Decision Framework: Don’t Make Big Decisions in Small States
In this episode of the Essential Skills for Humaning podcast, Christina Eanes and Lori Muhlstein explore the Calm Decision Framework and the idea that most bad decisions aren’t logic failures; they’re state failures. When we’re exhausted, rushed, or emotionally triggered, our ner ... Show More
21m 23s
Mar 2026
Resilience Isn’t Just Mental
In this episode of the Essential Skills for Humaning podcast, Christina Eanes and Lori Muhlstein explore the connection between physical resilience and mental resilience, and how the state of our bodies influences how we think, lead, and communicate. Drawing on research on exerci ... Show More
19m 22s
Mar 2026
The Body That Saved You with Danelle Land
In this episode of the Essential Skills for Humaning podcast, host Christina Eanes interviews trauma-informed coach and author Danelle Land about her new book, The Body That Saved You. Written for high-functioning, silently struggling high-achievers, the book reframes overwhelm, ... Show More
21m 22s
Apr 2025
#648: Being “Nice” Is Wrecking Your Confidence
We’re going to talk about the difference, why “being nice” is often a confidence trap, how to detox from people-pleasing, and how to step into strong, gracious, authentic kindness—without losing your softness, your generosity, or your beautiful heart.
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26m 8s
Sep 2025
How to Stop Being Too Nice to People
Have you ever found yourself saying yes when you really wanted to say no? In this solo episode, Jake and Damian tackle a challenge many of us face, being “too nice” at the expense of ourselves. They unpack the difference between being nice and being kind, showing why true kindnes ... Show More
27m 31s
Sep 2023
Leading with Kindness: Insights from Jamelia Hand
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of leadership, strategy, and the power of good gossip.
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