Ep 1 - From Chaos to Coherence with Bruce Cryer

Episode Summary |

In this episode, Emily Bouchard interviews Bruce Cryer, former executive director of HeartMath Institute, discussing the concept of coherence and its significance in personal and professional life. Bruce shares his journey from Broadway to leading HeartMath, emphasizing the importance of heart coherence in decision-making, especially in stressful situations like financial decisions.

The conversation explores practical techniques for achieving coherence, the role of leadership in fostering a coherent environment, and the impact of family dynamics on coherence. Bruce also highlights the need for empathy and connection in leadership, especially in times of uncertainty.

 

Chapters |

00:00 Introduction to Coherence and HeartMath

03:24 Bruce Cryer's Journey from Broadway to HeartMath

06:25 Understanding Coherence: The Heart's Role

09:43 Coherence in Financial Decision-Making

12:43 Grounding Techniques for Achieving Coherence

15:23 The Importance of Slowing Down

18:40 Coherence in Leadership and Business

21:36 Emotional Viruses in Organizations

31:49 The Power of Connection with Nature and Animals

33:15 Leadership and Coherence in a Chaotic World

38:22 Empathy vs. Fear in Leadership

39:20 Successful Companies with Heart Coherence

41:11 Family Dynamics in Business

46:25 Navigating Family Conflicts

52:38 Creating Connection in Difficult Conversations

57:39 The Importance of Heart Coherence in Leadership

 

Guest Bio|

Bruce Cryer has been called a renaissance man because of a four-decade career as a Singer, Actor, Dancer, Publisher, Author, Marketing Executive, CEO, Board member, Consultant, Mentor and Coach for Leaders in diverse fields.

Bruce now brings his expertise and passion for renaissance living and working to a select group of clients each year. His diverse and fascinating background, leading successful companies and performing for large audiences, blends beautifully to create a powerful, culturally-rich, and results-driven approach with all those he chooses to work with. Music, dance, meditation and fun will definitely be involved!

Bruce began as an actor/singer/dancer in New York, where his credits include performing more than 800 performances as The Boy in the world’s longest running musical, The Fantasticks.

A deep passion for social evolution, performance enhancement and personal growth led him to California in the late 70s.

 

Guest Resources |

https://brucecryer.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/brucecryer/

Book: From Chaos to Coherence (The Power to Change Performance)

 

Emily Bouchard's Resources |

https://emilybouchard.com/

https://blendedfamiliesflourishing.com/

Heart*Brain*Horse*Coherence Retreats: https://emilybouchard.com/retreat/