The Emotional Cost of Stunt Doubling(157)

So many of us live as stunt doubles, showing up in spaces—church, work, even our own homes—feeling like we have to perform instead of just be. In this episode, Dr. Glenn and Phyllis unpack the weight of that, the exhaustion it brings, and how Connection Codes gives us the tools to step out of the act and into real, life-giving connection. They share stories from their recent event in Austin, the impact of this work around the world, and the freedom that comes when we stop masking and start living fully as ourselves.

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Chapters:

• 00:00:00 - Welcome! Are You Living a Stunt Double Life?
• 00:01:29 - Behind the Scenes: What We Learned in Austin
• 00:03:04 - Real Stories, Real Change: Connection Codes in Action
• 00:07:37 - Why Hiding Hurts & How to Show Up Fully
• 00:12:34 - Stunt Doubling at Work, Church & Home—Are You Doing It?
• 00:25:01 - Feeling Drained? The Link Between Emotions & Productivity
• 00:28:30 - Burnout is Real—Here’s How to Spot It & Stop It
• 00:30:22 - Loneliness Creeping In? How to Find Genuine Support
• 00:32:10 - What’s in Your Emotional Backpack? Time to Unpack It!
• 00:33:38 - Want Deeper Connection? Here’s How to Create Safe Spaces
• 00:40:02 - The Core Emotion Wheel: Your Secret to Stronger Relationships
• 00:48:03 - Final Thoughts: Ditch the Act & Start Living Fully