Episodes

  • Ep 57. Show Up Confidently On Camera and On Stage: TV Anchor Valonda Calloway on Presence, Perfectionism and Communication

    Ep 57. Show Up Confidently On Camera and On Stage: TV Anchor Valonda Calloway on Presence, Perfectionism and Communication
    Mar 22 2026
    We're not going for perfection. We're going for authenticity. Do it scared.In this practical conversation, Dr. Amna Shabbir speaks with Valonda Calloway, also known as the TV Lady, a former television anchor who now helps professionals show up confidently on camera and on stage. Valonda shares her philosophy of "accept it or fix it" and breaks down tactical skills for presenting with confidence, from making eye contact through the camera lens to using powerful pauses instead of filler words, which she calls vocal graffiti. She shares insider tips on body language, intentional movement on stage, and why recording yourself regularly is the only way to improve. Valonda opens up about how perfectionism shows up in her clients who wait years to get on stage because they're waiting for everything to be perfect. She redefines success through her own career pivot, sharing how disappointments led her to a life with more freedom, joy and impact than she ever imagined.Episode TakeawaysWhy authentic presence beats perfection and how to "accept it or fix it" when it comes to your insecurities about presentingHow to make eye contact on camera by looking into the lens instead of the screenThe power of pausing instead of using filler words (vocal graffiti) and how to practice concise communicationWhy recording yourself regularly and watching it back is the only way to identify distracting habitsHow to stop waiting for perfect and start doing it scared because your message matters more than your imperfectionsAbout Our Guest Valonda CallowayValonda Calloway is a celebrated TV Host, Spokesperson, and a go-to Presentation and Media Coach, dedicated to helping others communicate with power and confidence. A cum laude graduate of Winston-Salem State University, she built a dynamic media career from Voice of America radio to high-profile roles as a news anchor (WRAL-TV) and host of the popular lifestyle show My Carolina Today, where she put a spotlight on local businesses, interviewed stars and danced with The Rockettes. Adding to her impressive background, Valonda is a former NFL cheerleader (Washington Football Team), currently shares her passion for dance as a beginner jazz instructor at North Carolina Dance Institute, and was named a 2025 Woman to Know in North Carolina. She is the author of Tips From The TV Lady®: A Guide For Making A Great Impression In Person And On Camera and continues to work on camera as a spokesperson, TV host and actor.Connect with Valonda CallowayLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/valondacalloway/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ValCalTVInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/valcaltv/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@ValondaCallowayAbout the HostDr. Amna Shabbir, MD, NBC-HWC, CPC is a Dual Board-Certified Physician and TEDx Speaker with advanced training in Integrative Well-being, Performance, and Leadership Development. She speaks, coaches, and consults on Perfectionism, Sustainable Success, and the well-being of High Achievers.Connect with Dr. Shabbir📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.amnashabbir/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amna-shabbir-md/📹 Watch Dr. Shabbir's TEDx TalkPerfectionism Has A Solution - It is Not What You Think: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oNIzzM4Vg3s&t=3s 🌍 Want to Book Dr. Shabbir to Speak at your event or organization?Reach out at: https://www.dramnashabbir.com/Speaking ✅Want to work 1:1 With Dr. Shabbir?Schedule Your Complimentary Strategy Session: https://calendly.com/dramnashabbir/strategy ❌ DisclaimerThis podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical or therapeutic advice. The views expressed are personal and do not reflect those of any employer or institution.❤️ Enjoyed This Episode?Subscribe, rate, and review the podcast.Share it with a colleague, peer, or friend who needs this message.
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    33 mins
  • Ep 56. Building High Performing Healthcare Teams: Dr. Tina Gunaldo on Interprofessional Collaboration, Perfectionism and Patient Care

    Ep 56. Building High Performing Healthcare Teams: Dr. Tina Gunaldo on Interprofessional Collaboration, Perfectionism and Patient Care
    Mar 15 2026

    Healthcare is not perfect. And that is exactly why we need better teams.

    In this insightful conversation, Dr. Amna Shabbir speaks with Dr. Tina Patel Gunaldo, DPT, PhD, MHS, architect of high performing interprofessional teams and nationally recognized leader in collaborative healthcare education and practice. Dr. Gunaldo shares how witnessing her best friend's husband navigate a complex medical journey opened her eyes to the reality that healthcare is messy, imperfect, and full of both errors and opportunities. That lived experience sparked her life's work of building systems where clinicians, educators, and communities truly work better together. She breaks down the critical difference between multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary, and interprofessional teams, explaining why patient centered care is inherent in interprofessional collaboration. Dr. Gunaldo explores how perfectionism shows up in healthcare teams, why it prevents collaboration, and how being immersed in a team where you actively listen and belong can relieve the pressure to be perfect. She redefines success as finding pleasure in pleasant surprises, giving yourself grace, and leading by sharing knowledge without imposing expectations on others. This conversation is a reminder that healthcare and leadership are journeys, not destinations.

    Episode Takeaways:

    • The difference between multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary, and interprofessional teams and why patient centered care is inherent in interprofessional collaboration
    • Why communication is not a soft skill but one of the hardest skills to master in healthcare and teamwork
    • How perfectionism prevents collaboration and why immersing yourself in a team where you belong can relieve the pressure to be perfect
    • Why healthcare needs systems and structures that support teams instead of creating silos, band aids, and barriers
    • How to redefine success by giving yourself grace, finding pleasure in pleasant surprises, and sharing knowledge without imposing expectations on others

    About Our Guest — Tina Patel Gunaldo

    Tina Patel Gunaldo, DPT, PhD, MHS, is a nationally recognized leader in interprofessional education and collaborative practice. With 30 years of experience across healthcare and academia, she advances health equity and teamwork within health systems. She serves as Co-President of the American Interprofessional Health Collaborative and is the founder of Collaborate for Health, an organization dedicated to integrating team science into education and practice.


    Connect with Tina Patel Gunaldo, DPT, PhD, MHS
    Follow her on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-patel-gunaldo-phd/


    About the Host

    Dr. Amna Shabbir, MD, NBC-HWC, CPC is a Dual Board-Certified Physician and TEDx Speaker with advanced training in Integrative Well-being, Performance, and Leadership Development. She speaks, coaches, and consults on Perfectionism, Sustainable Success, and the well-being of High Achievers.


    Connect with Dr. Shabbir

    📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.amnashabbir/

    💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amna-shabbir-md/

    📹 Watch Dr. Shabbir's TEDx Talk

    Perfectionism Has A Solution - It is Not What You Think: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oNIzzM4Vg3s&t=3s


    🌍 Want to Book Dr. Shabbir to Speak at your event or organization?

    Reach out at: https://www.dramnashabbir.com/Speaking

    ✅Want to work 1:1 With Dr. Shabbir?

    Schedule Your Complimentary Strategy Session: https://calendly.com/dramnashabbir/strategy

    ❌ Disclaimer

    This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical or therapeutic advice. The views expressed are personal and do not reflect those of any employer or institution.


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    33 mins
  • Ep 55. Perfectionism, Loneliness & how to Practice Connection with TEDx Curator Cara Truitt

    Ep 55. Perfectionism, Loneliness & how to Practice Connection with TEDx Curator Cara Truitt
    Mar 8 2026
    Connection is both our greatest need and our greatest strength. But in a world where we are more wirelessly connected than ever, why do we feel so alone?In this powerful conversation, Dr. Amna Shabbir, MD speaks with Cara Truitt, entrepreneur, speaker coach, TEDx Sugar Creek Women founder, and community builder, about what it truly means to build authentic connection in a disconnected world. Cara opens up about losing everything in one week, filing for divorce on Monday, bankruptcy on Wednesday, and her sister passing away on Friday, and how walking into a yoga studio became the beginning of her healing journey. She shares how that community gave her the first deep breath she ever took and taught her what it felt like to be enough just as she was. From running that yoga studio through the pandemic to founding TEDx Sugar Creek Women and creating spaces where people can come as they are and leave as more of who they are, Cara has dedicated her life to cultivating connection. She introduces her STOP to Connect framework, a simple yet transformative tool for creating micro moments of intentional connection throughout the day by setting a silent intention, trusting yourself, having an open heart and mind, and preparing to be present. Cara also unpacks how perfectionism, which she calls "fancy fear," shows up in her life and why she has learned to practice awareness without judgment. She redefines success as choosing curiosity over fear, leaning into self trust and intuition, and building the art of showing up authentically instead of chasing external expectations.Episode TakeawaysWhy we live in the most connected world yet feel the most alone, and how the loneliness epidemic is a global health crisisThe STOP to Connect frameworkHow to create micro moments of intentional connection throughout your day without waiting for laterWhy perfectionism is "fancy fear" and how it held Cara back until she learned to practice awareness and compassionHow to redefine success by choosing curiosity over fear, trusting your intuition, and showing up authenticallyAbout Our Guest:Cara Truitt brings over two decades of experience as an entrepreneur, business owner, and community leader in Charlotte, NC. Named one of the Top 50 Women to KNOW in NC in 2024, her dynamic presence and skill in facilitating meaningful conversations make her a sought-after speaker and facilitator.Cara is the Founder & Executive Producer of TEDx Sugar Creek Women, Charlotte Chapter Host of Mic Drop Club, and Education Director of NAWBO Charlotte. Cara provides coaching to aspiring TEDx speakers and has a passion for amplifying women's ideas.Cara’s unique background across creative, corporate, non-profit, and wellness spaces has shaped her into a master collaborator and natural connector with diverse audiences, inspiring others through her story of resilience and her dedication to building inclusive, connected communities.Connect with Cara Truitt Visit her website: www.caratruitt.comConnect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caratruitt/Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ TEDx Sugar Creek Women - https://www.tedxsugarcreekwomen.com/👩‍⚕️ About the HostDr. Amna Shabbir is a TEDx Speaker, Top Podcast Host, and Dual Board-Certified Physician with advanced training in Integrative Well-being, Performance, and Leadership Development. She speaks and consults on Modern Perfectionism, Behavior change, and the Well-being of High achievers. Her passion lies in helping high performers curate no-BS sustainable well-being at the intersection of ambition and wellness. Connect with Dr. Shabbir📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.amnashabbir/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amna-shabbir-md/🌍 Book Her to Speak: https://www.dramnashabbir.com/Speaking📹 Watch Dr. Shabbir's TEDx TalkPerfectionism Has A Solution - It is Not What You Think: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oNIzzM4Vg3s&t=3s❌ DisclaimerThis podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical or therapeutic advice. The views expressed are personal and do not reflect those of any employer or institution.❤️ Enjoyed This Episode?Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast.Share it with a colleague, peer, or friend who needs this message of resilience and purpose.P.S. Thank you for all your support! Success Reimagined with Amna Shabbir MD is a WINNER at Doctor Podcast Awards -held at Podfest 2026 - the world’s largest in-person podcasting conference.
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    34 mins
  • Ep 54. From Bullying to Building Companies: How a Neurodivergent Entrepreneur Reframed His Greatest Obstacles

    Ep 54. From Bullying to Building Companies: How a Neurodivergent Entrepreneur Reframed His Greatest Obstacles
    Mar 2 2026
    Neurodivergence is not a limitation. It is a different way of seeing what no one else sees.In this powerful conversation, Dr. Amna Shabbir, MD speaks with Shaun Deardorff, PhD candidate in aerospace engineering, entrepreneur, and TEDx speaker, about turning obstacles into superpowers. Shaun opens up about his experiences with autism and ADHD, sharing how he was bullied throughout childhood and photoshopped out of his high school yearbook. Rather than let these challenges define him, Shaun reframed his neurodivergence as a unique strength, teaching himself skills from origami to skydiving to create deeper connections with others. He shares what it is like to live in a neurodivergent world where sensory input is overwhelming, hyper-focus is a gift, and details others miss become visible. As a serial entrepreneur who has started eight businesses by age 23, Shaun discusses his relationship with perfectionism and why failure is the pathway to success. He redefines success as showing up unapologetically as yourself, using your curiosity and creativity to create lasting impact, rather than chasing external validation. This conversation is a reminder that innovation happens when someone sees what no one else sees, and our differences are the ingredients that make the world more beautiful.Episode TakeawaysHow neurodivergent brains with autism and ADHD process the world differently through sensory overload, hyper-focus, and acute attention to detailWhy Shaun stopped fitting in so he could start standing out: embracing unique strengths instead of masking differencesHow perfectionism shows up for neurodivergent entrepreneurs and why "imperfectly perfect" and failing forward leads to successWhy success is not about external validation or fitting into boxes, but showing up unapologetically as yourselfHow to create more inclusive communities by understanding neurodivergent perspectives and breaking down stigma around autism and ADHDAbout Our Guest:Shaun Deardorff is the Founder/CEO of Airmage Media Productions, a worldwide drone and media production company, and a serial entrepreneur behind multiple other startups and ventures, including Chubby’s Chow, a sustainable dog food company. He is currently a PhD candidate in Aerospace Engineering at North Carolina State University, where his research focuses on origami-inspired deployable space structures. He has held aerospace engineering roles at SpaceX, Rocket Lab, and the FAA. Deardorff is a TEDx speaker and public activist, and has earned prestigious fellowships and awards, including the Miller Fellowship, Provost Doctoral Fellow, NC State's 2024 Leader of the Pack Finalist Award, the Eagle Scout Rank Award, Social Innovation Fellowship, and the John & Linda Leazar Entrepreneur Award, and soon aims to join NASA’s Artemis Astronaut Program.Connect with Shaun DeardorffInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shaundeardorffLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaundeardorff/ Email: shaun.deardorff@gmail.com, shaun@chubbyschow.com, AirmageMediaProductions@gmail.comAirmage Media Productions LinkTreeAMP Video Production YouTube PlaylistTEDx Talk: Turning Obstacles into Superpowers https://youtu.be/Hhy0qsEwxFU?si=0Ep_hXfXQdYfPLak 👩‍⚕️ About the HostDr. Amna Shabbir is a TEDx Speaker, Top Podcast Host, and Dual Board-Certified Physician with advanced training in Integrative Well-being, Performance, and Leadership Development. She speaks and consults on Modern Perfectionism, Behavior change, and the Well-being of High achievers. Her passion lies in helping high performers curate no-BS sustainable well-being at the intersection of ambition and wellness. Connect with Dr. Shabbir📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.amnashabbir/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amna-shabbir-md/🌍 Book Her to Speak: https://www.dramnashabbir.com/Speaking📹 Watch Dr. Shabbir's TEDx TalkPerfectionism Has A Solution - It is Not What You Think: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oNIzzM4Vg3s&t=3s❌ DisclaimerThis podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical or therapeutic advice. The views expressed are personal and do not reflect those of any employer or institution.❤️ Enjoyed This Episode?Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast.Share it with a colleague, peer, or friend who needs this message of resilience and purpose.P.S. Thank you for all your support! Success Reimagined with Amna Shabbir MD is a WINNER at Doctor Podcast Awards -held at Podfest 2026 - the world’s largest in-person podcasting conference.
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    37 mins
  • Ep 53. Strategic Power of Regret

    Ep 53. Strategic Power of Regret
    Feb 23 2026

    👩‍⚕️ About the Host


    Dr. Amna Shabbir is a TEDx Speaker, Top Podcast Host, and Dual Board-Certified Physician with advanced training in Integrative Well-being, Performance, and Leadership Development. She speaks and consults on Modern Perfectionism, Behavior change, and the Well-being of High achievers. Her passion lies in helping high performers curate no-BS sustainable well-being at the intersection of ambition and wellness.

    Connect with Dr. Shabbir
    📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.amnashabbir/
    💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amna-shabbir-md/
    🌍 Book Her to Speak: https://www.dramnashabbir.com/Speaking
    📹 Watch Dr. Shabbir's TEDx Talk
    Perfectionism Has A Solution - It is Not What You Think: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oNIzzM4Vg3s&t=3s

    ❌ Disclaimer
    This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical or therapeutic advice. The views expressed are personal and do not reflect those of any employer or institution.

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    25 mins
  • Ep 52. The Neuroscience of High Sensitivity: Dr. Amelia Kelley on Why HSPs Feel Everything More Deeply

    Ep 52. The Neuroscience of High Sensitivity: Dr. Amelia Kelley on Why HSPs Feel Everything More Deeply
    Feb 16 2026
    Being highly sensitive is not about being emotional or weak. It is about having a more active limbic system that processes the world more deeply, more intensely and more completely.In this eye opening conversation, Dr. Amna Shabbir speaks with Dr. Amelia Kelley, trauma informed therapist, bestselling author and host of The Sensitivity Doctor podcast, about what it truly means to be a highly sensitive person. Dr. Kelley breaks down the neuroscience behind high sensitivity, debunking myths that HSPs are simply introverted or overly emotional, and explains how 30 percent of every species including humans are born with this genetic trait. She shares how highly sensitive people experience everything more intensely, from pain and sound to empathy and passion, and why this trait is essential for species survival. Dr. Kelley also opens up about how perfectionism shows up differently for HSPs, why deep empathy can lead to compassion fatigue and burnout, and how she reimagined success by learning to say no and bring her heart to her work instead of grinding through everything that came her way.Episode TakeawaysWhy high sensitivity is a neurobiological trait related to limbic system activity, not emotional weaknessHow HSPs process sensory input, pain and emotions more intensely than the general populationWhy boundaries are acts of compassion that protect your nervous system and allow deeper connectionHow perfectionism shows up for HSPs through environment curation and moral compass driven work choicesWhy highly sensitive people need two hours of unstructured alone time per day for nervous system regulationHow to differentiate high sensitivity from introversion, autism, ADHD and trauma responsesWhy HSPs make ferocious leaders because of their deep passion, empathy and driveHow to sustain performance and well being as a high achieving HSP through boundaries, rest and authentic connectionAbout the guestAmelia Kelley, PhD, MS, LCMHC, ATR, CYT is a trauma-informed therapist, bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and nationally recognized voice in nervous-system-based mental health care.. She specializes in ADHD, sensitivity, trauma recovery, and relational healing, blending neuroscience and therapeutic clarity with heart. She is the author of several books include Powered by ADHD, Gaslighting Recovery for Women, Surviving Suicidal Ideation: From Therapy to Spirituality and the Lived Experience, and What I Wish I Knew: Surviving and Thriving After an Abusive Relationship. She is the host of The Sensitivity Doctor podcast, a PESI-approved international trainer, and founder of Kelley Counseling & Wellness. Her work has been featured in Psychology Today, ADDitude, NPR, The Chicago Tribune, Parade, and SiriusXM Doctor Radio. Her 2025 TED Talk on early mental health screening was selected as a TED Editor’s Pick.Connect with Dr. Amelia Kelley Highly Sensitive Person Quiz: https://youengage.me/p/68b2ead123f90b010000ac6d Website – https://www.ameliakelley.com/LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/drameliakelleyInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/drameliakelley/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/DrAmeliaKelley/YouTube – The Sensitivity Doctor – https://www.youtube.com/@drameliakelley 👩‍⚕️ About the HostDr. Amna Shabbir is a TEDx Speaker, Top Podcast Host, and Dual Board-Certified Physician with advanced training in Integrative Well-being, Performance, and Leadership Development. She speaks and consults on Modern Perfectionism, Behavior change, and the Well-being of High achievers. Her passion lies in helping high performers curate no-BS sustainable well-being at the intersection of ambition and wellness. Connect with Dr. Shabbir📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.amnashabbir/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amna-shabbir-md/🌍 Book Her to Speak: https://www.dramnashabbir.com/Speaking📹 Watch Dr. Shabbir's TEDx TalkPerfectionism Has A Solution - It is Not What You Think: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oNIzzM4Vg3s&t=3s❌ DisclaimerThis podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical or therapeutic advice. The views expressed are personal and do not reflect those of any employer or institution.❤️ Enjoyed This Episode?Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast.Share it with a colleague, peer, or friend who needs this message of resilience and purpose.Content NoteThis episode discusses suicide. Please call or text 988 for support and care for yourself accordingly.
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    45 mins
  • Ep 51. High-Stakes Biotech Leadership: Innovation, Failure, & Redemption with CEO David Esposito

    Ep 51. High-Stakes Biotech Leadership: Innovation, Failure, & Redemption with CEO David Esposito
    Feb 9 2026
    In this powerful conversation, Dr. Amna Shabbir speaks with David Esposito, healthcare executive, combat veteran and CEO of ONL Therapeutics, about what it truly means to lead with purpose in high growth, mission driven environments. David shares how his definition of leadership has evolved from rallying teams toward big goals to understanding the deeply personal side of helping individuals feel they matter. He opens up about a major failure early in his career when he failed to pivot quickly enough on a disinfectant technology that was not the right fit for the hospital market, and how that taught him the importance of courageous decision making and moving beyond the sunk cost fallacy.David redefines success through the lens of redemption, sharing how witnessing personal transformation in others and overcoming his own mistakes has become the true measure of meaningful achievement. From his mother's simple yet profound advice to keep your chin up, to building teams that thrive on belonging and mattering, this episode is a reminder that leadership is as much about the human side as it is about strategy and results.Episode TakeawaysHow to build high performance teams by helping individuals feel they matterWhy ego and sunk cost fallacy prevent leaders from making courageous pivot decisionsHow to redefine success through personal redemption and transformation instead of titlesWhy understanding the full human behind each team member drives sustainable leadershipThe leadership lesson that keeps you resilient through failure: keep your chin upAbout Our Guest:David Esposito is a seasoned healthcare executive and combat veteran who has built and scaled multiple healthcare companies that accelerated innovation to help patients across a wide range of unmet needs.David is currently the CEO of ONL Therapeutics, a clinical stage biotech company focused on developing therapeutics to protect the vision of patients with retinal disease.In addition to his leadership on the forward edge of healthcare innovation, David is a published author and creator of patented, award-winning conversation games designed to help parents and educators open the door to more effective communication with children and teenagers.David is a combat veteran having served as a US Army Infantry officer with the 101st Airborne Division in theFirst Gulf War during Operation Desert Shield & Storm (1990-1991).David has a B.S. in Civil Engineering from the United States Military Academy at West Point and an MBA from Syracuse University.Connect with David Esposito LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidesposito2/ ONL Therapeutics: www.onltherapeutics.com Harvest Time Partners: www.harvesttimepartners.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HarvestTimePartners 👩‍⚕️ About the HostDr. Amna Shabbir is a TEDx Speaker, Top Podcast Host, and Dual Board-Certified Physician with advanced training in Integrative Well-being, Performance, and Leadership Development. She speaks and consults on Modern Perfectionism, Behavior change, and the Well-being of High achievers. Her passion lies in helping high performers curate no-BS sustainable well-being at the intersection of ambition and wellness. Connect with Dr. Shabbir📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.amnashabbir/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amna-shabbir-md/🌍 Book Her to Speak: https://www.dramnashabbir.com/Speaking📹 Watch Dr. Shabbir's TEDx TalkPerfectionism Has A Solution - It is Not What You Think: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oNIzzM4Vg3s&t=3s❌ DisclaimerThis podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical or therapeutic advice. The views expressed are personal and do not reflect those of any employer or institution.❤️ Enjoyed This Episode?Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast.Share it with a colleague, peer, or friend who needs this message of resilience and purpose.P.S. Thank you for all your support! Success Reimagined with Amna Shabbir MD is a WINNER at Doctor Podcast Awards -held at Podfest 2026 - the world’s largest in-person podcasting conference.
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    31 mins
  • Ep 50. How Microlearning and Connection Transform Adult Learning with Dr. Gina Anderson

    Ep 50. How Microlearning and Connection Transform Adult Learning with Dr. Gina Anderson
    Feb 2 2026

    In this episode Dr. Amna Shabbir sits down with Dr. Gina Anderson, CEO and co-founder of Luma Brighter Learning, to explore how microlearning, presence, and human connection can fundamentally transform the way we learn, work, and define success.

    Dr. Anderson shares insights from over 25 years in adult learning, safety culture, and instructional design, including her TEDx talk on microlearning and presence. Together, they unpack why modern education often fails adults, how perfectionism and overwhelm interfere with learning, and why connection, to self and others, is the missing ingredient in both education and leadership.

    From truck drivers and frontline workers to high-achieving professionals, this conversation reframes learning as a deeply human experience rooted in attention, community, and compassion. Dr.Anderson also shares her personal philosophy on success, explaining why love, meaning, and presence matter more than titles or achievements.

    Episode Takeaways
    - Why microlearning is not about short content, but meaningful connection
    - How presence and learner-to-self awareness improve retention and wellbeing
    - The hidden cost of content overload, perfectionism, and constant distraction
    - What adult education gets wrong, and how learner-first models change lives
    - A new definition of success grounded in love, learning, and human connection

    About Our Guest:
    Dr. Gina Anderson is a leading expert in the science of adult learning and the CEO/Co-founder of Luma Brighter Learning. Under her leadership, Luma has earned a spot on the prestigious Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies for three consecutive years (2023–2025). With over 25 years of experience, she has revolutionized training in high-stakes industries like logistics and transportation by using measurable, psychology-based techniques to improve safety and retention.

    A former Division I Academic All-American athlete and coach, Dr. Anderson brings a "champion’s mindset" to her work. She specializes in instructional systems technology and learning science. Beyond the boardroom, she is a prolific creator, hosting the I Love Learning and On the Front Line podcasts, and contributing regularly to Inc. Magazine. Her latest work focuses on the "loneliness epidemic" and how intentional, small moments of learning can restore human connection.

    Read Dr. Gina’s Book
    - 📖 Thrive: How Learning Can Ignite a New Way Forward
    https://www.amazon.com/Thrive-How-Learning-Ignite-Forward/dp/B0DSG3F542
    - Watch Her TEDx Talk
    🎥 “The Power of Being Present”
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u8r0b5QTZrE

    Connect with Dr. Gina:
    Website: https://www.learningwithgina.com/
    Company: https://lumabrighterlearning.com/
    LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/gina-anderson-luma
    Podcast: https://www.learningwithgina.com/podcast/

    👩‍⚕️ About the Host
    Dr. Amna Shabbir is a TEDx Speaker, Top Podcast Host, and Dual Board-Certified Physician with advanced training in Integrative Well-being, Performance, and Leadership Development. She speaks and consults on Modern Perfectionism, Behavior change, and the Well-being of High achievers. Her passion lies in helping high performers curate no-BS sustainable well-being at the intersection of ambition and wellness.

    Connect with Dr. Shabbir
    📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.amnashabbir/
    💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amna-shabbir-md/
    🌍 Book Her to Speak: https://www.dramnashabbir.com/Speaking
    📹 Watch Dr. Shabbir's TEDx Talk
    Perfectionism Has A Solution - It is Not What You Think: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oNIzzM4Vg3s&t=3s

    ❌ Disclaimer
    This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical or therapeutic advice. The views expressed are personal and do not reflect those of any employer or institution.

    ❤️ Enjoyed This Episode?
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    P.S. Thank you for all your support! Thanks to you, Success Reimagined with Amna Shabbir MD is a WINNER at Doctor Podcast Awards being held at Podfest 2026 - the world’s largest in-person podcasting conference.

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    25 mins