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Guest:
Dr. Jerome Burt II is a clinical psychologist, therapist, and Ph.D. based at the Heritage Group in Nashville, Tennessee, with an expansive career that blends deep expertise in psychology with a uniquely diverse background. He earned his M.A. and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Mississippi, followed by a Postdoctoral Residency at the Psychological and Counseling Center at Vanderbilt University, but his career path has been anything but traditional—before becoming a psychologist, he spent 20 years as a personal trainer and fitness instructor. With expertise in neuroscience, emotional intelligence, and human behavior, Dr. Burt II’s work spans a wide range of individuals, from Forbes-featured CEOs to college graduates figuring out what's next. He has been a featured TED speaker, with his talk, How a Dinner Party Can Save Your Life, and recently hosted TEDx in Nashville. As the co-host of the Billboard Happiness Podcast, Jerome redefines the way we think about psychology, infusing it with his deep belief in the redemptive power of good friends, good food, and good conversation. In his sixth decade, he is a convener of community, a preacher of possibility, and an acolyte of abundance. Anyone lucky enough to know him can attest to his ability to transform lives!
About the Episode:
In today’s conversation, I’m joined by Dr. Jerome Burt II, a mentor, friend, and one of the most intentional people I know. We dive into the importance of elders and your social network, and how surrounding yourself with the right people can propel you to success. Jerome shares how something as simple as a dinner party can save your life, why ease leads to dis-ease, and the concept of pocket pebbles for personal freedom. Packed with fun anecdotes, and valuable insights, we get into everything from navigating anger to the importance of professional—and non-professional—support in shifting from blame and shame to effective leadership. We discuss using annual retreats to unite teams, how exercise and home-cooked meals can elevate your leadership, and building connections across partisan divides. You’ll also hear about the science of being the good Samaritan, the distinction between "getting shit done" juice and "cuddle juice," and how to tap into them to elicit the best from your nervous system. We explore the five S's of success, the power of mentorship, and the importance of being lovingly challenged. Jerome’s wisdom, heart, and vision will challenge you to think about leadership in a whole new way.
Key Topics Discussed:
· [00:01:05] Guest/Episode Intro
· [00:04:46] ! Naked ! A ‘No Notes’ Conversation !
· [00:05:10] An Interesting Morning
· [00:09:09] Having a Cold, but staying Heart Healthy
· [00:10:38] Heart Hardening & Stories of Righteousness
· [00:12:25]How Long Have We Known Each Other? (The Best Question)
· [00:15:16] Slay The Dragon
· [00:17:30] Why Do We Get Stuck in Mental Constructructs?: The Juices
· [00:19:48] The Good Samaritan (is not in a car line)
· [00:21:17] ! Pattern Interrupt Reminder !
· [00:22:33] The Samaritan Experiment
· [00:24:34] Women Are the Biggest Liars
· [00:26:11] Shift to Heart Opening
· [00:28:33] I Don’t Wish for What’s Not Available
· [00:29:30] Do What You Can.
· [00:30:30] Making it Sticky
· [00:31:31] The Small, LOUD Room
· [00:34:03] An Anecdote for Context and Contemplation
· [00:39:15] Advice for the Individual
· [00:41:45] The 5 S’s: Sleep, Sun, Sweat, Self-Compassion, & Self-Talk
· [00:42:23] To be Effective, You’ve got to be Elected
· [00:43:23] ELC Foundation donors (https://www.electedleaderscollective.com/donate)
· [00:43:57] SPONSOR: ELC (https://www.electedleaderscollective.com)
· [00:46:16] Pebbles in Your Pocket
· [00:50:30] Live WELL by “Making Your Life Difficult”
· [00:53:08] Preventing Dis-Ease
· [00:54:33] Complaining as a Loop/Social Mechanism
· [00:56:29] From Victim to Leader: We Believe What We Think
· [00:58:22] A Digression on Traffic & Cars
· [01:01:27] Take Care of Your Heart
· [01:02:24] TEDX Talk: How A Dinner Party Can Save Your Life
· [01:03:54] “Freakin’ Enjoy It”
· [01:05:47] You’re My Gravlax Club
· [01:06:45] Welcome Love & Offer It In Return
· [01:07:24] Welcome “White Girl Wasted”
· [01:09:06] “There’s Cute Shit Everywhere”
· [01:11:36] Don’t Get Bored
· [01:12:23] When to Seek Professional Help
· [01:13:24] Therapist vs. Coach
· [01:13:53] Determining the Right Fit
· [01:15:01] Therapy Comes in Many Valid Forms
· [01:16:19] We Are All at Risk
· [01:20:12] Final Question: Knowing & Magic Can’t Coexist
· [01:22:51] “The Leader’s Handbook” (https://www.healingourpolitics.com/#newsletter) Newsletter
· [01:23:50] Sponsor: ELC (https://www.electedleaderscollective.com)
Key References and Resources Mentioned:
· [00:15:16] Slay The Dragon
· [00:19:48] The Good Samaritan
· [00:21:50] Mel Robbins, The ‘Let Them’ Theory
· [00:22:33] The Samaritan Experiment
· [00:25:46] The Christ Rock Bit
· [00:43:23] ELC Foundation donors
· [00:43:57] SPONSOR: ELC
· [00:50:43] “Why Zebras Don’t get Ulcers”
· [00:52:30] Sisyphus
· [01:02:24] TED...
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