The Vow That Changes Everything: Why You Must Choose Yourself First
In this deeply inspiring conversation, we sit down with Dr. Christine Kiesinger—executive coach, meditation guide, and expert in relational communication—to explore what it really means to transform your life, relationships, and leadership.
Christine shares her journey from a 30-year career in academia to leaving tenure behind and stepping into a new book—not just a new chapter—of her life. She opens up about how meditation, intuition, and the courage to listen to her inner voice guided her through major transitions, including divorce, career reinvention, and personal transformation.
We discuss:
The power of a single conversation and how mentors and teachers can shift the trajectory of your life.
Christine’s decision to leave academia at the height of her career and the doors that opened as a result.
Why cultivating a relationship with yourself is essential before entering or sustaining a partnership.
Christine’s groundbreaking concept of The Vow—making a commitment to yourself before committing to anyone else.
The difference between emotional intelligence and relational intelligence, and why both are critical for leaders and organizations.
How to recognize when you feel stuck—in relationships, careers, or life—and begin making courageous micro-shifts toward transformation.
Practical tools for building, repairing, and transforming relationships in life, love, and leadership.
Christine also shares her belief in manifesting—not as magical thinking, but as the practice of aligning belief, trust, and action to create meaningful change.
Resources & Mentions:
Christine’s upcoming book (currently in progress)
Takeaway Quote:
“You should marry yourself first. Until you commit to yourself, it’s impossible to fully commit to anyone else.” – Dr. Christine Kiesinger