#33 Q&A: Overthinking, Ambition, Guilt and the Promotion That Never Comes

#33 Q&A: Overthinking, Ambition, Guilt and the Promotion That Never Comes

You sent in your questions. We answered them – honestly, reflectively, and with a few detours along the way. In this Q&A episode, Tove and Stephanie tackle five questions from listeners about the things that don't always get talked about out loud – in career conversations, in leadership, or even with the people closest to you. They cover overthinking decisions when every option feels important, what to do when you genuinely don't know what you want, the belief about success they've each changed their mind about, the carrot-on-a-stick promotion situation – and the guilt of wanting more when you already have so much. In this episode: * How to stop overthinking a decision – and what actually moves you forward * What to do when you don't have clear goals yet * The one belief about success that changed everything – for both of them * How long is waiting too long for a promotion? * The guilt of wanting more – and why wanting more doesn't mean you're ungrateful Key line from the episode: "Wanting more doesn't automatically mean you're ungrateful. You can be very grateful – and still know that something is missing." Have a question for part two? Send it to us – Find us on Instagram and LinkedIn or at navyra.net [http://navyra.net] Direct to the waitlist for The Personal Offsite! [https://navyra.net/program/tpo/]

#32 Who Are You Without Your Title?

Your job title says a lot about who you are. Or at least that's what we tell ourselves. Because the moment you think about leaving – something unexpected happens. It's not just a career change. It's an identity shift. In this episode, Tove and Stephanie map out the three phases most people go through when they lose a title or step into the unknown: the loss, the freefall, and the rebuild. With personal stories, real talk and a language for what's actually happening when you're in the middle of it. If you're in between right now – this one's for you. Ready to navigate your next era? Visit navyra.net [http://navyra.net]

#31 The Challenges Nobody Prepares You For – Part 2

In this episode, Stephanie and Tove continue their conversation on the hidden challenges of senior leadership – the ones that only become visible once you're already in it. They cover five topics that rarely show up in any leadership handbook: 1. Becoming the emotional shock absorber The more senior you become, the more people bring their stress, uncertainty and emotions to you. Why this is actually a sign of trust – and how to handle it without losing yourself. 2. Outgrowing the version of yourself that made you successful The behaviors that got you here might be the ones limiting you next. From always saying yes, to letting go of control and learning to truly delegate. 3. Visibility changes relationships People will know you before you know them. Your presence carries more weight than you think – and that's both a responsibility and an opportunity. 4. Carrying decisions you can't fully explain How do you communicate top-down decisions you don't fully agree with – and where is the line between tolerating and compromising your values? 5. Tolerating tension without rushing to resolve it The ability to sit with uncertainty and conflict without immediately jumping to action is one of the most underrated leadership skills there is.

#30 Your Window of Tolerance: The Missing Piece Behind Clarity and Change

We often think we need a better plan or more discipline to make change happen. But what if the real obstacle is your nervous system? In this episode, Tove and Stephanie break down the window of tolerance – what it is, what happens when you're outside it, and why it might be the most underrated concept in both leadership and personal change. What we cover: * What the window of tolerance is and how to recognize it in yourself * Why most people make their biggest decisions from panic or overwhelm * How to prepare your nervous system before demanding periods * Building a team culture around psychological safety and regulation * Who benefits from you staying in chaos – and why that matters * Practical ways to regulate yourself when you can't remove yourself from a situation * Why taking yourself seriously is the foundation for all change Tove's challenge this week: Block two hours in your calendar. Go somewhere quiet – forest, sofa, wherever works for you. Think about what you actually want. No agenda. No productivity. Just you. Resources mentioned: * Google's Project Aristotle – on psychological safety in teams * Danish Design Center's research on calm practices in society Key quote: "Doing change in your life is the question of whether you will take yourself seriously." Have a question for our Q&A episode? Submit it here [https://navyra.net/podcast/#sdvhlll] – or send us a DM on Instagram or LinkedIn.

#29 Changing Direction in Your Career & Life

Changing direction rarely starts with a clear sign. It builds slowly – until something stops working and pushing more won't change it. In this episode, Tove and Stephanie get honest about what it actually feels like to change direction – the grief, the thinking storms, the identity shift, and the moment you finally stop running from the unknown. What we cover: * Why letting go of a goal feels like grief * The trap of rushing into the next logical step * How to train yourself for uncertainty before the storm hits * Personal strategy offsites – and why you need one * Ego vs intuition – and why the body often decides first * Why walking might be your best thinking tool The book recommendation: Braving the Wilderness – Brené Brown Key quote: "None of us feel brave enough. But we have to go into the unknown either way. And you will figure it out." ---------------------------------------- Have a question or a topic you want us to explore? Send it to us! [https://navyra.net/podcast/#sdvhlll]