200. I ask a simple question: Is your routine helping you or holding you back?
After my dog Bentley was attacked by an off-leash dog, my trainer Gia suggested something counterintuitive—shake up the routine. The result? More calm, more confidence, and a creative surge for both of us. In today’s episode, I share how intentional unpredictability can unlock energy, clarity, and a refreshed leadership identity.

In this episode, I share:

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  Why routines soothe the nervous system—and when they become cages instead of containers

  
  


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  Four subtle signs your routine is quietly holding you back

  
  


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  How one small, conscious change can ignite fresh energy, creativity, and confidence

  
  


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  The difference between joy and the dopamine hit of achievement (and why it matters)

  
  

Try this:
Change one thing—time of your walk/coffee, your desk placement, or your morning practice order—and notice what your body tells you.

Resource mentioned: The free Energy Audit to see what’s fueling vs. draining you so you can lead with clarity and ease. Grab it at brendawinkle.com/audit.

Looking for support for you and your dog? Go give my trainer, Gia, a follow. She's on all the platforms as Thinking Canine. I'm not an afiiliate, just a loyal client. Facebook, Instagram, and she's also on TikTok.

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