Welcome Back! In this highly anticipated return of the Journey to CEO podcast, Lindsay Raé Perry kicks off Season 2 with a heartfelt and introspective episode. After a year of significant transformation and transition, Lindsay shares her personal journey, and the lessons learned along the way. She emphasizes the importance of community, wise counsel, and the often-unseen development that happens in the dark.

Key Points:

• Introduction to Season 2: Lindsay expresses her excitement for the new season and the special guests she has lined up, including friends and mentors who have played significant roles in her journey.

• Theme of the Season: The central theme is the importance of community and the realization that no one achieves wholeness alone. Lindsay highlights the value of having wise and supportive individuals in one’s life.

• Personal Journey: Lindsay reflects on her own journey, including selling her cloud solutions company, Apps Admins, becoming a first-generation investor, and transitioning into executive life and business development coaching.

• Challenges and Growth: Despite her successes, Lindsay candidly discusses the challenges she faced, including high-functioning depression, anxiety, and the need for rest and personal development.

• Development in the Dark: Lindsay draws a powerful analogy between photo development in the dark and personal growth. She emphasizes that true development often happens away from the public eye and requires patience and introspection.

• Authenticity and Vulnerability: Lindsay encourages listeners to embrace their own unique journeys and to be wary of comparing themselves to others’ highlight reels. She stresses the importance of authenticity and being developed in the dark.

Additional Reflections:

• Highlight Reel vs. True Healing: Lindsay acknowledges the love for accomplishments and visible successes but emphasizes the importance of internal healing. She speaks about the value of a healed heart, a regulated nervous system, and treating oneself with love and kindness.

• Empathy and Boundaries: Lindsay discusses the difference between genuine empathy and transactional actions. She highlights the importance of setting boundaries and recognizing when to rest and take care of oneself.

• Internal Validation: Lindsay shares her journey of finding validation within herself rather than seeking external approval. She talks about the importance of reaching within to find love, acceptance, and joy.

• Spiritual Growth: Lindsay reflects on her spiritual journey and the significance of recognizing God’s presence within. She encourages listeners to embrace their God-given identity and to lead with love and kindness.

• Consistency and Healing: Lindsay opens up about her struggles with consistency and the importance of addressing underlying issues. She emphasizes that consistency is not just a mental switch but a heart-driven process.

Quotes:

• “We don’t get to the spaces of wholeness alone; we need community and wise counsel.”

• “True development happens in the dark, away from the public eye.”

• “Embrace your own unique journey and avoid comparing yourself to others’ highlight reels.”

• “Great things are developed in the dark.”

Call to Action:

• Connect with Lindsay: Follow Lindsay on social media to stay updated on her journey and upcoming episodes.

• Join the Community: Engage with the Journey to CEO community by sharing your own stories of transformation and growth.

Social Media Links:

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• LinkedIn:⁠ /in/LindsayRaePerry⁠

Next Episode Teaser: Stay tuned for the next episode, where Lindsay interviews a dynamic force in the industry who shares their ups, downs, and the often-untold mediocre parts of their journey.