FOLLOW US: @TheOverflowingLife on instagram. DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS for us about what we've shared this season? Want to challenge what we've said? Please DM us your ideas and questions on instagram or email us at theoverflowinglifepodcast@gmail.com Summary In this conversation, Chris LaGarde interviews Jamie Winship, an expert in identity transformation. They discuss the importance of understanding true identity and how it impacts leadership. Jamie explains that identity is the truest thing about a person, rooted in love and received in community. He shares a practical process for discovering and embracing one's true identity, which involves identifying false beliefs and offloading them, then receiving the truth about oneself. Jamie emphasizes the need for leaders to operate from a connected worldview and offers examples of how this can lead to positive change in various fields, such as healthcare and sports. The conversation explores the concept of identity and its impact on leadership. It discusses the tendency to outsource identity and the role of social media in shaping identity. The importance of discipline and self-belief in overcoming negative self-perception is highlighted. The chapter also delves into the idea of securing one's identity and the benefits of a connected worldview. Leadership examples that embody forgiveness and service are examined. The significance of daily practices in maintaining a strong identity is emphasized, along with the idea of identity as a gift to be shared. The chapter concludes with the concept of serving as a leader. Takeaways True identity is the truest thing about a person, rooted in love and received in community. Understanding and embracing one's true identity is essential for effective leadership. Leaders should operate from a connected worldview, recognizing that there is enough for everyone and promoting unity and collaboration. Practical steps for discovering true identity include identifying false beliefs, offloading them, and receiving the truth about oneself. Leaders have the power to create positive change in their organizations and communities by leading from a place of true identity. Chapters 00:00 Introduction of Jamie Winship 04:08 Defining Identity 09:30 Practical Steps to Discovering True Identity 18:04 The Impact of Identity on Leadership 30:16 Leading from a Connected Worldview 35:41 Creating Change in Healthcare and Sports 40:49 Maintaining Identity in the Face of Challenges 41:35 Outsourcing Identity 42:03 Social Media and Identity 43:00 Discipline and Self-Belief 44:25 Securing Identity 45:20 Connected Worldview 46:17 Leadership Examples 47:41 Self-Protection and Self-Promotion 48:21 Practices for Identity 49:18 Leadership and Practices 50:31 Identity as a Gift 51:30 Serve as a Leader