How To Be Heard
Find your voice without changing who you are. This is a gentle course for quiet achievers ready to step into their own power.
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Course overview
Hope for thoughtful people trapped in a noisy world
Hi! We're Lauren & Michael, and we understand. Not long ago, we felt unheard and overlooked - at work, in our relationships, and with our family and friends. No matter how good our ideas are, or how hard we try, our voices are passed over again and again.
We wasted years feeling frustrated and resentful.
The only way out seemed to be to either A) Accept the situation and hold a secret grudge or B) Put on an extroverted mask, becoming someone I'm not. We felt stuck.
After years of burnout, we've finally found a better way.
Grounded in neuroscience, How To Be Heard explains why we struggle to speak up (hint - there's nothing wrong with you!) and pairs that awareness with somatic tools to release the self-hatred and shame keeping you from finally moving forward.
We created this course because we believe that what helped us can help you too.
Communicate effectively while staying true to who you are.
Your thoughts and ideas will finally be given the attention they deserve. You’ll be able to walk into any meeting and share your vision - calmly and clearly. You can talk to anybody - even your boss's boss - without the sticky palms or shaky voice. Instead, you’ll be calm and relaxed, because you know exactly how to get your point across naturally and effectively.
Imagine what that kind of confidence could do for your career & your life!
Get ready for a transformational experience, guided by a fellow introvert. Someone who’s been able to channel their introverted superpowers to succeed, while staying true to their authentic self.
How To Be Heard is designed to strengthen your voice in the workplace and in life.
This course is designed for
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Quiet Achievers
Do you have ideas and opinions that deserve to be heard, but have difficulty getting them out of your head and into reality?
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Conscious Leaders
Do you who understand the value of the quieter half of your workforce and want learn how to harness their potential?
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Highly Sensitive Thinkers
Tired of denying the truth about who you really are? Are you ready to turn your sensitivity into a strength?
What you’ll get out of this course
Heightened Awareness
Deeply understand that you are not alone in your challenges. Embrace a journey of self-awareness, understanding your mind's intricacies, and fostering a compassionate connection with yourself.
Somatic Tools
Simple, straightforward and powerful tools to step beyond comfort, escape panic, and expand your stretch zone comfortably. Feel empowered to speak up confidently.
Empathetic Learning Experience
We select each individual Immerse yourself in a learning journey that seamlessly combines neuroscientific theory and mind-opening exercises, creating a safe and supportive space.
Fierce Inner Compassion
Learn to create a supportive inner environment, gently addressing subconscious resistance. This ensures a safe and caring approach to unlocking self-transformation on your journey.
Deep Insights
Delve into the rich history and theories behind the concepts, gaining not just knowledge but a deeper connection to your transformational path.
What’s included
Live sessions
Learn directly from Lauren Marie Sandmeier, RN & Michael Sandmeier, MBA in a real-time, interactive format.
Lifetime access
Go back to course content and recordings whenever you need to.
Community of peers
Stay accountable and share insights with like-minded professionals.
Certificate of completion
Share your new skills with your employer or on LinkedIn.
Maven Guarantee
This course is backed by the Maven Guarantee. Students are eligible for a full refund up until the halfway point of the course.
Course syllabus
13 lessons • 2 projects
Week 1
Understand the significance and advantages of introversion.
Debunk common myths about introversion.
Embrace introversion as a positive quality.
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Connection - a gentle start
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Empathy - you are not the problem
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Reflection - first assignment
Submit by Jul 1 Learn why resistance to change is natural.
Understand that suppressing or ignoring resistance is not the solution.
See how soothing the subconscious mind leads to lasting transformation.
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Connection - share your reflections
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Exploration - how to change a brain?
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Action - find a talisman
Submit by Jul 1
Module 1 - Understanding Introversion
🥳 Discover the Importance and Benefits of Introversion
Lauren will help you understand what introversion truly means, debunk common myths, and embrace introversion as a positive attribute.
🌱 Learning Objectives:
Module 2 - Neuroscience of Change
🥳 Why Staying Silent Isn’t Your Fault
Lauren will explain with neuroscience why previous attempts to make yourself heard may not have led to lasting change and how this time could be different.
🌱 Learning Objectives:
Week 2
Realize why we stay in the comfort zone.
Understand how the stretch zone makes us heard.
Learn to break through the fear barrier.
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Comfort Zone, Quiet Zone
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Tools To Move Through Fear
Recognize what panic is and what triggers it.
Learn techniques to prevent panic.
Master techniques to escape the panic zone.
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Understanding the Panic Zone
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Tools to Escape the Panic Zone
Module 3 - Dare To Leave Your Comfort Zone
😶 Comfort Zone - Quiet Zone
As introverts, our comfort zone is generally to stay quiet. To be heard, we need to leave it. Discover the concept of the three zones, understand the concept of the fear barrier, and learn powerful tools to break through this barrier.
📗 Learning Objectives:
Module 4 - Learn To Escape the Panic Zone
🧠 Recognize and Manage Panic
To try something new, your brain needs to know that it won't kill you. Understand what panic is, what triggers it, and learn techniques to prevent and escape the panic zone.
🌱 Learning Objectives:
Week 3
Understand the concept of the “window of tolerance.”
Discover somatic exercises to train your nervous system.
Reduce the severity, frequency, and duration of stress reactions.
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Connection - how are you here today?
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Exploration - understand our nervous system
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Tools to Regulate Your Nervous System
Get answers to your specific questions about the course material.
Gain personalized insights and guidance.
Deepen your understanding through interactive discussion.
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Q&A Session
Module 5 - Expand Your Stretch Zone
🤗 Train Your Nervous System
Learn how to expand your “window of tolerance,” the range of emotions you can handle without triggering stress. By training your nervous system with somatic exercises, you can improve your stress management.
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Module 6 - Questions and Answers
🙋♂️ Interactive Q&A Session
In this module, we will address your questions and provide personalized guidance based on the course material. This interactive session will help clarify any doubts and deepen your understanding of the concepts covered.
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Bonus
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Untitled lesson
📅 Optional 6-Month Check-in
Meet us after 6 months for a voluntary check-in, where we can answer your questions and look back on your development.
What students are saying
From introvert to introvert
Lauren Marie Sandmeier, RN
Lauren Marie Sandmeier, RN
Registered Nurse | Expert in Neuroscience, Pain Management & Trauma Therapy
Hello there, I'm Lauren Marie Sandmeier. I'm so glad we found each other.
My journey began in 2014 as a Registered Nurse, specialized in pediatric post-anesthesia and pain management. During my years in healthcare, I began noticing striking similarities between the intricacies of our individual health and the often dysfunctional systems supporting us as a society.
In 2020, the US healthcare system reached a breaking point, and so did I. Burned out and exhausted, I made the difficult decision to step away. After a lot of reflection, I began to redirect my focus towards understanding and addressing these underlying dynamics.
My purpose is to bridge the gap between individual well-being and the broader systems we navigate. My goal is to empower you to break free from harmful cycles, embrace growth, and navigate challenges with a sense of safety and understanding.
Michael Sandmeier, MBA
Michael Sandmeier, MBA
Business Leader | Expert for Organizational Trust, Transformation and Leadership
For a significant part of my journey, I believed I had to reshape myself. Navigating the corporate waters as an introvert, I often felt the pressure to wear an extroverted mask, fearing I'd be overshadowed if I didn't conform.
In my role as a senior executive, overseeing hundreds, I noticed the silent achievers, their voices unheard in the background. I recognized the inefficiency and unfairness of a system where the outspoken often took precedence, leaving valuable insights untapped.
This realization sparked my exploration into introversion, questioning why we hesitate to claim our rightful space. While organizational behavior and leadership theories provided some answers, it wasn't until I joined forces with my partner and now wife, Lauren Marie, that the puzzle fully came together. Her expertise in neuroscience and psychotherapy complemented my insights.
Today, I leverage this blend of knowledge to guide organizations and individuals in navigating change and fostering organizational trust.
Course schedule
2 weeks | 2 weekly sessions | 90min each
Week 1 - Tuesday
19:00 - 20:30 CET
Module 1 - Neuroscience of Change
Following a warm course introduction, Lauren will show you from a neuroscience perspective why you are not the problem. Discover the concept of the "grease fire", the source of resistance to change, and explore our strategies to extinguish it.
Week 1 - Thursday
19:00 - 20:30 CET
Module 2 - Stepping Beyond the Comfort Zone
As highly sensitive individuals, quiet often feels like home. Michael introduces comfort and stretch zones, explores the fear barrier's role, and equips you with powerful tools to move past fear and out of the quiet comfort zone.
Week 2 - Tuesday
19:00 - 20:30 CET
Module 3 - Navigating the Panic Zone
As you push beyond your comfort zone, a reliable safety kit is crucial. Lauren unravels the rules of the panic zone in this module, providing powerful tools for a swift and secure escape, ensuring confidence in your journey.
Week 2 - Thursday
19:00 - 20:30 CET
Module 4 - Stretch Your Stretch Zone
In our concluding module, Lauren provides powerful tools for a sustainable expansion of your stretch zone, fostering regulation of your parasympathetic nervous system. This creates a secure space for expressing yourself beyond reactivity.
After this course, you'll feel...
Empowered and Confident
Equipped with practical tools and a deep understanding of neuroscience, you'll feel more confident expressing yourself.
Informed and Enlightened
The blend of theory and practical tools provides profound insights, fostering a sense of enlightenment about the inner barriers to communication.
Capable of Navigating Challenges
You'll gain the skills to navigate group settings effectively, making yourself heard and overcoming challenges with less fear.