How to Share Your Superpower

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“It may be that you are not yourself luminous, but that you are a conductor of light. Some people without possessing genius have a remarkable power of stimulating it.” – Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

As you can imagine, there’s a lot of chatter going on in Seattle about the Seahawks after they won Super Bowl LX this past weekend. I heard a story the other day about head coach, Mike Macdonald. He was being interviewed and the reporter asked him something like “What’s so special about you?” Apparently, Mike just sat there silently thinking about that question and never came up with an answer. Chalk one up for Mike Macdonald’s humility.

But this week’s How To Share guest, Roger Kastner, says only about half the people he asks can name their superpower. As a podcast host and producer of the What Do You Know to Be True? podcast, Roger has a gift for teasing out people’s superpowers. He is a fantastic facilitator of meaningful conversations—inviting accomplished guests to explore the truths that shape how they lead and live.

In this episode you can see and hear his deep passion for connection, curiosity, and the power of reflective dialogue. Roger’s mission is to share the learning and practices that help people thrive, build capabilities, and unlock purpose and potential.

Roger’s theme for this season of What Do You Know To Be True? is joy. Fitting because Roger shows how good he is at fostering joy through laughter, appreciation and the act of creating.

This is a fantastic episode with a powerful guest who knows how to bring out the best in others. I know you’ll love it!

Takeaways

  • Heart and mind alignment is essential for personal growth.
  • Superpowers are connected to our purpose in life.
  • Curiosity and empathy are key themes in discovering our superpowers.
  • Creating frameworks helps individuals and teams thrive.
  • Connection with others enhances our ability to share our superpowers.
  • Joy is accessible even in challenging times.
  • AI can handle probabilities, but humans excel in exploring possibilities.
  • Sharing knowledge and experiences fosters community and growth.

So — tell me, what is your superpower?

Here’s a great clip of Roger describing the mission behind What Do You Know To Be True?

Here are some ways you can watch or listen to all of this insightful and helpful episode:

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How to Share Your Superpower with Roger Kastner – How To Share

In this engaging conversation, Roger Kastner shares with Wynne Leon his journey of aligning heart and mind, exploring the concept of superpowers and purpose, and the importance of curiosity and empathy in personal and professional growth. Roger discusses the role of frameworks in creating thriving workplaces, the significance of connection and sharing, and the exploration of joy amidst grief. The conversation also touches on the impact of AI on human creativity and the future of the podcast as it expands to include diverse voices and experiences.TakeawaysHeart and mind alignment is essential for personal growth.Superpowers are connected to our purpose in life.Curiosity and empathy are key themes in discovering our superpowers.Creating frameworks helps individuals and teams thrive.Connection with others enhances our ability to share our superpowers.Joy is accessible even in challenging times.Grief and joy are interconnected emotions.AI can handle probabilities, but humans excel in exploring possibilities.Expanding conversations beyond our comfort zones enriches our understanding.Sharing knowledge and experiences fosters community and growth.Links for this episode:How to Share Your Superpower TranscriptWhat Do You Know to Be True? websiteWhat Do You Know to Be True? on YouTube, Apple Podcasts and SpotifyRoger Kastner on LinkedInFrom the host:My book about my beloved father: Finding My Father’s Faith
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Links for this episode:

How to Share Your Superpower Transcript

What Do You Know to Be True? website

What Do You Know to Be True? on YouTube, Apple Podcasts and Spotify

Roger Kastner on LinkedIn

From the host:

My book about my beloved father: Finding My Father’s Faith

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37 thoughts on “How to Share Your Superpower”

  7. Oh how interesting. I have to bookmark this to listen to the whole thing!

    I think I would have to ask others what they think my superpower is… I tend to think it is mine has something to do with inviting people in to share, sort of. Not sure how to define it!

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      1. Awww. How sweet are you?

        I told my coworker about this and she said ask me what I think yours is! So I did. She said my sense of humour was fabulous and that I had a knack of dealing with people and not fretting when things get complicated. Pleasure to work with me, she added. Well! Okay then!

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    1. Oh, I love your take on his superpower, Cheryl. I think you’re right – you have such a gift for seeing things deeply! I hope you enjoy the whole episode – he really is an inspirational and thoughtful speaker! Thanks for tuning in, my friend!

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  11. I like that Roger shared “curiosity” as being a common response to the superpower question with his guests. This is relatable to me. I have always been extremely curious, and that became the springboard to most everything else: my writing, my exploration of the world; my love of learning. I need to fill up all the time. Separately, I really liked his story about his wife and her sister and how her superpower of kindness was born. That’s beautiful. Thanks for bringing on such an engaging guest! (Congrats on the Seahawks, Wynne. I thought of you. 😊)

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    1. I can see curiosity as a defining factor for you, Melanie. But you also have such an amazing ability to follow it where it leads which is rare!! And thanks for the Super Bowl congrats. My kids and I went down to see the parade today. It’s a fun moment of collective effervescence in this city!

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  13. Best not to tell the young about there Superpower, unless you are sure they aren’t going to try to fly like Superman out of their second floor window. I have seen it happen!

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  14. My superpower was learned from my teaching days, the ability to see someone who is feeling uncomfortable and to help them reduce their anxiety by simply going over and talking to them. We all want to be accepted. Children have kind hearts and will come to the aid of others who are feeling lonely or left out, a feeling we can all relate to.

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  15. Great conversation between two great coaches and mentors. I love conversations that explore what makes people and teams tick – and so much of it is beyond the hard skills, but the soft skills that are harder to teach.

    Love the connection you draw from superpower to purpose to potential – and all the ingredients that contribute to it, from joy, courage, teamwork and adaptability. It’s like a muscle that you can practice and grow.

    A nice pick-me-up boost as I commute to a day at work! 😊 Enjoy your day and upcoming long weekend!

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      1. PPS Love your observation around AI – the contrast between probability and possibility. So so good! I’ll stop now. Heading into the subway now!

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