Are you reacting to your wounds, or responding from your values? In this powerful episode, Coach Seth welcomes back Cherri Kulp (Executive Coach & Founder of Internal Garden Coaching) to discuss why your internal state is the ultimate predictor of your external success.

Cherri breaks down the "Internal Garden" philosophy—the idea that our minds are fertile ground where we either cultivate fruit or allow weeds like bitterness and fear to take root. From handling obnoxious public confrontations to teaching fifth graders how to "Box Breathe" under pressure, this episode provides a roadmap for anyone looking to increase their EQ and reclaim their peace.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• The 3:1 Ratio: Why it takes three positive thoughts to overcome one negative "weed" in your mind.
• The Conflict Quadrants: A deep dive into Daniel Goleman’s EQ framework: Self-Awareness, Self-Management, Social Awareness, and Relationship Management.
• Fight, Flight, Freeze, or Fawn: Identifying how your nervous system protects itself and how to give others "Grace for Space" during a freeze.
• The Mayor Pete Story: Cherri shares a real-life example of how self-awareness prevented a public "crash out" and protected her professional branding.
• Givers vs. Takers: Why "Givers" are the only ones who truly experience a 5 Star Life.

ABOUT OUR GUEST:

Cherri Kulp, ACC is the Principal Coach and Founder of Internal Garden Coaching & Leadership Solutions. As a Certified Personal and Executive Coach, she acts as a Mindset Architect and Leadership Optimizer, helping individuals "silence their inner critic" to grow confidence, clarity, and resilience.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cherrikulp/

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