I’ve spent my whole life climbing mountains of achievement, success, and mastery. I know what it’s like to chase the next summit, to feel that insatiable pull toward more. But I also know the exhaustion that comes when you never pause to ask why you’re climbing in the first place.

In this episode, I share the truth I’ve come to live by: before you can truly rise, you must first descend. This is the sacred work of the contemplative leader, which is to step away from the noise, the striving, and the pressure to perform, and instead, anchor into stillness, spirit, and self.

Join me as we explore the divine rhythm of desire and descent and why the wisdom found beneath the surface may be the key to your next chapter of leadership and life.

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There was a time when I led from chaos, not clarity. I was ambitious, driven, and determined, but underneath the surface, I was messy, reactive, and unhealed. In this episode, I share the truth I used to hide: the mess that made me a contemplative leader.

You’ll hear how my mistakes, trauma, and conditioning became the very material that shaped my purpose and my message. This is not a story of perfection; it’s a story of awakening.

Join me as we explore how the rubble of our past becomes the foundation of spiritual leadership.

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I’ve spent nearly 30 years studying leadership as a practitionar and researcher — and I’ve learned facts and data aren’t enough.

In this episode, I share how contemplative leaders integrate facts and truth to lead with authenticity, courage, and purpose.

You’ll learn how to anchor in stillness and lead from depth, not pressure.

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When I say “Knock, Knock!” I’m inviting you to a new way of leading; one that welcomes your whole self: mind, body, and spirit. In this episode, I share my journey from leading from exhaustion to leading from overflow.

You’ll hear the story of how I learned to let my mind rest, listen to my body’s wisdom, and trust the quiet voice of Spirit guiding every decision. This is what embodied leadership looks like: a sacred integration of soul and strategy.

If you’ve been standing outside the door of your own leadership, feeling disconnected or burnt out, I created this space for you.

🚪 The door is open. Step inside The Sanctuary and discover what it means to lead with peace, purpose, and divine presence.

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Welcome back, Leader! It's Season Two of The Dr. Denise Simpson Podcast!

In this episode, I dive into what I call The Sacred Split — the painful divide between our spiritual selves and our leadership roles.

For too long, many of us have tried to compartmentalize who we are, leaving our souls at home and leading only with strategy. However, the truth is that our heart, mind, and spirit accompany us every day — in every meeting, decision, and interaction.

I’ll share why integrating spirituality into leadership isn’t just possible, it’s essential. You’ll learn how this integration brings more peace, purpose, and power to your work, and why leading from wholeness is the only way to truly transform your people, your impact, and yourself.

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🌊 Chaos is everywhere. But true leaders know how to anchor ⚓️in the storm.

What I share today is more than a leadership strategy; it’s a movement. 

One rooted in stillness, spirituality, and the courage to become the anchor your people need.

Watch the replay to learn how, plus my announcement on my upcoming book.

#LeadershipDevelopment #SpiritualLeadership #ContemplativeLeadership #PurposeDriven

As we wrap up Season One, I’m reflecting on the journey that brought me to The Universal Leader and the Contemplative Leadership Style.

In this finale, I share how rediscovering my divine assignment reshaped the way I lead, why sacred responsibility matters more than ever, and what it means to embody stillness and presence in leadership.

This is both a closing chapter and the beginning of something new.

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In this episode, I’m sharing The 5 Principles of The Universal Leader—Divine Assignment, Sacred Responsibility, Expansive Vision, Embodied Presence, and Transformational Impact. These principles are the foundation of my Contemplative Leadership Style, a way of leading that is sacred, soulful, and deeply strategic.

I created these principles after years of burnout, disconnection, and following toxic models of leadership that no longer serve us. If you’ve been searching for a new way to lead—one that honors both your soul and your responsibility to others—this episode will give you the framework to begin that journey.

BEFORE YOU GO!

I created a sacred sanctuary for leaders ready to awaken their divine calling, embody soulful leadership, and ignite transformational impact. Get on the Waitlist to learn when this sanctuary opens for leaders. Click here now and put your name on the waitlist.

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In this episode, I dive into the transformative concept that leadership is truly the study of differentiation. It’s not just about leading a group of people as a homogeneous unit.

Instead, great leaders understand the power of seeing each individual for their unique gifts, talents, and potential.

As a contemplative leader, I believe that we must first lead ourselves—by embracing our differences—before we can effectively lead others. I’ll share how understanding the individuality of your team can deepen trust, enhance performance, and drive meaningful change within your organization.

Join me as I explore how to break free from the ‘glob’ mindset and start leading with intention, clarity, and authenticity.

BEFORE YOU GO!

I created a sacred sanctuary for leaders ready to awaken their divine calling, embody soulful leadership, and ignite transformational impact. Get on the Waitlist to learn when this sanctuary opens for leaders. Click here now and put your name on the waitlist.

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In this episode, I’m inviting you into a moment of stillness with me. 

Take a moment to reflect, recalibrate, and awaken to the quiet revolution happening in leadership. 

This isn’t a revolt; it’s a peaceful shift led by contemplative leaders like you who feel the rumblings beneath the surface. 

Together, we’ll reflect on the learnings of July, explore the power of the impartial spectator, and prepare to lead from presence, purpose, and deep energetic awareness. 

If you’ve been feeling the change but haven’t found the words, this episode is your dog whistle.

Welcome to the quiet revolution.

BEFORE YOU GO!

I created a sacred sanctuary for leaders ready to awaken their divine calling, embody soulful leadership, and ignite transformational impact. Get on the Waitlist to learn when this sanctuary opens for leaders. Click here now and put your name on the waitlist.