<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;“You face conflict every single day of your life. There's conflict that you love and conflict that you're not so enamored of, and the conflict that you love, you have no problem with.” – Dana Lynn Bernstein &lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Today’s featured author is a mom, wife, black belt martial artist, ICF Certified Executive and Conflict Resolution Coach, and the founder of Dare to Live Brave, LLC, Dana Lynn Bernstein, PCC, MA, CMP, PMP, CPQC. Dana and I had a fun on a bun chat about her first book, “It's the Thought That Counts: Mastering the Art of YOU vs. you”, the importance of self-awareness, what helps you to manage conflict, and more!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Key Things You’ll Learn:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;What inspired Dana to become a published author, and her journey to getting it done&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;What she learned about herself through publishing her book&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;How a chance encounter led her to study conflict resolution&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;How smaller everyday choices can mirror larger conflicts&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Some tips for being more comfortable with conflict&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Dana’s Site: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;a href="https://danalynnbernstein.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://danalynnbernstein.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Dana’s Book: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;a href="https://a.co/d/8Bnp04h" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://a.co/d/8Bnp04h&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The opening track is titled, “Unknown From M.E. | Sonic Adventure 2 ~ City Pop Remix” by Iridium Beats. 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Ep. 1031 – How Leaning Into Conflict Unlocks Growth and Legacy-Level Influence with Dana Lynn Bernstein

DEC 5, 202543 MIN
Going North Podcast

Ep. 1031 – How Leaning Into Conflict Unlocks Growth and Legacy-Level Influence with Dana Lynn Bernstein

DEC 5, 202543 MIN

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<p><strong><em>“You face conflict every single day of your life. There's conflict that you love and conflict that you're not so enamored of, and the conflict that you love, you have no problem with.” – Dana Lynn Bernstein </em></strong></p><p>Today’s featured author is a mom, wife, black belt martial artist, ICF Certified Executive and Conflict Resolution Coach, and the founder of Dare to Live Brave, LLC, Dana Lynn Bernstein, PCC, MA, CMP, PMP, CPQC. Dana and I had a fun on a bun chat about her first book, “It's the Thought That Counts: Mastering the Art of YOU vs. you”, the importance of self-awareness, what helps you to manage conflict, and more!</p><p><strong>Key Things You’ll Learn:</strong></p><p>What inspired Dana to become a published author, and her journey to getting it done</p><p>What she learned about herself through publishing her book</p><p>How a chance encounter led her to study conflict resolution</p><p>How smaller everyday choices can mirror larger conflicts</p><p>Some tips for being more comfortable with conflict</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Dana’s Site: </strong><a href="https://danalynnbernstein.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://danalynnbernstein.com/</a></p><p><strong>Dana’s Book: </strong><a href="https://a.co/d/8Bnp04h" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://a.co/d/8Bnp04h</a></p><p><br></p><p>The opening track is titled, “Unknown From M.E. | Sonic Adventure 2 ~ City Pop Remix” by Iridium Beats. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. <a href="https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016</a> </p><p>Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! </p><p><strong>CashApp:</strong> $DomBrightmon</p><p><strong>Donate on PayPal:</strong> @DBrightmon</p><p><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Buy Me a Coffee:</strong></a> <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmon</a></p><p><a href="https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Get Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More:</strong></a> <a href="https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon</a></p><p><strong>The Going North Advancement Compass:</strong> <a href="https://a.co/d/bA9awot" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://a.co/d/bA9awot</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>You May Also Like…</strong></p><p>Ep. 899 – How to Turn Disputes into Growth Opportunities with Kat Newport: <a href="https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-899-how-to-turn-disputes-into-growth-opportunities-with-kat-newport/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-899-how-to-turn-disputes-into-growth-opportunities-with-kat-newport/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Ep. 585 – “Ceasefire” with Chip Nightingale (@chipnightingale): <a href="https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-585-ceasefire-with-chip-nightingale-chipnightingale/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-585-ceasefire-with-chip-nightingale-chipnightingale/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Ep. 428 – “Hard Conversations” with Dr. Brad Johnson (@bjcommunicates): <a href="https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-428-hard-conversations-with-dr-brad-johnson-bjcommunicates/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-428-hard-conversations-with-dr-brad-johnson-bjcommunicates/</a></p><p><br></p><p>211 – “Tough Conversations” with David Wood (@_playforreal): <a href="https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/211-tough-conversations-with-david-wood-_playforreal/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/211-tough-conversations-with-david-wood-_playforreal/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Ep. 411 – “Name That Mouse” with David Wood (@_focusceo): <a href="https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-411-name-that-mouse-with-david-wood-_focusceo/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-411-name-that-mouse-with-david-wood-_focusceo/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Ep. 1028 – The CEO’s Compass with Deborah Coviello (@DropinCEO): <a href="https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1028-the-ceos-compass-with-deborah-coviello-dropinceo/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1028-the-ceos-compass-with-deborah-coviello-dropinceo/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Ep. 779 – Speaking to Influence with Dr. Laura Sicola (@LauraSicola): <a href="https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-779-speaking-to-influence-with-dr-laura-sicola-laurasicola/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-779-speaking-to-influence-with-dr-laura-sicola-laurasicola/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Ep. 760 – From Bonham to Buddha and Back with Clementine Moss: <a href="https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-760-from-bonham-to-buddha-and-back-with-clementine-moss/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-760-from-bonham-to-buddha-and-back-with-clementine-moss/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Ep. 679 – “Rock Gods &amp; Messy Monsters” with Diane Hatz (@dianehatz): <a href="https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-679-rock-gods-messy-monsters-with-diane-hatz-dianehatz/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-679-rock-gods-messy-monsters-with-diane-hatz-dianehatz/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Ep. 360 – “Beyond Lovelyville” with Dr. Lin Morel (@drlinmorel): <a href="https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-360-beyond-lovelyville-with-dr-lin-morel-drlinmorel/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-360-beyond-lovelyville-with-dr-lin-morel-drlinmorel/</a></p><p><br></p>