How To Be Heard
4.9 (5)
3 Weeks
·Cohort-based Course
Find your voice without changing who you are. This is a gentle course for quiet achievers ready to step into their own power.
How To Be Heard
4.9 (5)
3 Weeks
·Cohort-based Course
Find your voice without changing who you are. This is a gentle course for quiet achievers ready to step into their own power.
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
01
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?
02
Conscious Leaders
Do you who understand the value of the quieter half of your workforce and want learn how to harness their potential?
03
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.
This course includes
Interactive live sessions
Lifetime access to course materials
14 in-depth lessons
Direct access to instructor
2 projects to apply learnings
Guided feedback & reflection
Private community of peers
Course certificate upon completion
Maven Satisfaction Guarantee
This course is backed by Maven’s guarantee. You can receive a full refund within 14 days after the course ends, provided you meet the completion criteria in our refund policy.
How To Be Heard
Course syllabus
Week 1
Module 1 - Understanding Introversion
Module 2 - Neuroscience of Change
Week 2
Module 3 - Dare To Leave Your Comfort Zone
Module 4 - Learn To Escape the Panic Zone
Week 3
Module 5 - Expand Your Stretch Zone
Module 6 - Questions and Answers
Post-course
Personal Discussion of Your Learnings
Bonus
📅 Optional 6-Month Check-in
4.9 (5 ratings)
What students are saying
From introvert to introvert
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
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.
7 Steps to Dealing With Flashbacks
You've bravely stepped beyond your comfort zone, finding your voice, but then comes that overwhelming feeling of panic.
We've been there too, and we want to share a tool we personally rely on when facing panic or dissociative states. It's our adaptation of Pete Walker's 13 steps, a potent way to navigate the panic zone.
Give it a try on your own, or join our course for more guidance and support!
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