011: Be Willing to Start the New Year Differently

011: Be Willing to Start the New Year Differently

Author: Martina Meyer January 12, 2021 Duration: 42:28

Happy New Year - and welcome back to Episode 11 of “It Takes Two To Tango - Conversations That Move Us”!

In this first Episode of 2021, Nat and Martina share different ideas about how to start the New Year. 

- How to honor yourself in different ways - especially when “different” bumps up against your own or others’ expectations of you;

- How and why tuning in to your “to-be” list before you create to-do list makes everything more meaningful;

- How to use an intention like “I want to feel good” can help you step beyond doubts and fears and actually expand and sustain your feeling good.

What did you take away from this episode? How might you pivot and start your 'new year' differently?

Join us at It Takes Two to Tango | Facebook to share your thoughts.


In It Takes Two to Tango: Conversations that Move Us, Martina Meyer and Nat Couropmitree explore the profound parallels between Argentine Tango and the art of living well. This isn't a show about dance steps, but about the deeper principles of connection, lead and follow, and navigating life's rhythms with grace. Each episode is a conversation that translates the nuanced language of partnership from the dance floor into practical wisdom for your relationships, personal growth, and leadership. The podcast delves into how we connect with others and ourselves, drawing from a rich tapestry of ideas across culture, spirituality, and society. You'll hear discussions on presence, attunement, and the courage required for genuine collaboration, whether in a boardroom, a family, or within your own spirit. Martina and Nat guide listeners through these themes, offering a unique lens to examine how we can move through the world with more intention and less friction. Tune in for thoughtful dialogue that aims to illuminate the subtle, often unspoken dynamics that shape a meaningful life. The entire experience of this podcast is designed to offer not just theory, but a felt sense of that harmonious flow, inviting you to find your own balance and creativity in every partnership you encounter.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 12

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