Today’s guided insight centers around the importance of addressing and managing the causes and effects of overwhelm at work because sweeping it under the carpet is not the answer. You need to address it head on and decide what you can do about it.

Today you will learn the four things you can do to help you move out of overwhelm and into a healthier and balanced state.

0:00:18 - Deep dive into intention and detachment—definitions and implications
0:02:40 - Introduction to SCAT framework (Specificity, Clarity, Attention, Trust) as a goal-setting tool
0:05:00 - Archer analogy illustrating present-moment focus and trust in process
0:06:15 - Guided meditation and focus practice for intention setting
0:07:10 - Practical application advice—setting intentions, using SMART, detachment, being present

To get the most out of these learnings, download the free workbook I created that guides you deeper into each practice. https://innertelligencecoaching.com/on-your-way-in-workbook/

Today’s guided insight is the foundation for all other daily insights. We highlight the importance of starting your day by going within. Whether that be meditation, prayer, movement, affirmations, visualizations, deep breathing, or mindful thoughts, how you start your day will set the trajectory for each and every moment that follows.

By having a daily practice that takes you inward, you align your thoughts, mindset, and actions to the outcomes you most want to create. You activate your natural talents and internal resources so your expression of leadership is authentic to you. This is critically important because, the truth is, you’re never going to be a great “somebody else” but you can be an extraordinary YOU.

0:00:17 - Main Insight: Self-Reflection & Leadership Focus shifts to the primary concept of self-reflection as the foundation for conscious leadership.
0:02:00 - Introducing 'Inner Intelligence' Discussion of innate resources, talents, and systems within leaders.
0:03:00 - Challenges of Modern Leadership & Importance of Going Within Addresses communication, adaptation, and stress in leadership roles.
0:04:00 - Practical Mindfulness Technique Describes the 'go in' practice through breath awareness and sets up for meditation.
0:05:57 - Guided Meditation Ends & Call to Action Wraps up the exercise, invites ongoing practice, and emphasizes daily self-awareness.

To get the most out of these learnings, download the free workbook I created that guides you deeper into each practice. https://innertelligencecoaching.com/on-your-way-in-workbook/

Welcome to on your way in

In this welcome episode, Sara Harvey introduces on your way in, a limited series podcast created for leaders who want to lead with intention, confidence, and self-awareness. Drawing from decades of executive leadership experience, Sara shares why investing in yourself—before the day begins—is one of the most powerful leadership decisions you can make. This podcast delivers quick, practical, and actionable insights designed to help you activate the best of who you already are as a leader.

To support your learning and integration, download the free on your way in workbook. It includes summaries and reflection prompts for every episode to help you turn insight into intentional action—starting before your workday begins.

👉 Download the workbook here: https://innertelligencecoaching.com/on-your-way-in-workbook/