Friday reflection

3 ccs of Amy Poehler to boost your mood

Hey gang. Last night I was BURNED OUT, so I did what any rational person would do, and sought out aspirin Amy Poehler. I found an interview with her on a podcast called Learning Lots with actors Brie Larson (aka Captain Marvel) and Jessie Ennis (aka that hilarious actress you’ve seen on Veep, Mythic Quest, etc.). Not my favorite podcast, but I was enjoying hearing Amy (her warmth, her wit), and then, there it was, an insight from her that jumped out like a New Yorker wearing a piece of clothing that isn’t black….

The Quote

“People are waiting for you to tell them who you are.”

- Amy Poehler

Boom.

Questions

• You are always telling a story, through your words, your choices, etc — the question is whether it’s one you’re telling on purpose. What story do you WANT to tell about who you are?

• If you could choose 3 things that people would know about you, what would they be?

• Put differently: What are 3 things that would make you seen, heard, or understood, if someone reflected them back to you about yourself? “I notice you are very _______,” “I notice it seems to come really easily to you to ________,” or “I notice it’s important to you to/that ____________.”

I’d love to hear your responses.

Oh, and in case you ever forget: You are a mighty force.

- Amanda