318 | The Currency of Vulnerability

In a world where we are pressured to put up walls, learning to be truly open can transform our relationships, fuel personal growth, and even shift how we view ourselves. In this solo episode, Darius Mirshahzadeh explores the powerful role vulnerability plays in building trust, forging real connections, and living authentically. Through personal stories and moments of self-reflection, he reveals how embracing vulnerability allows us to show up more fully—both for ourselves and others. He also delves into the difference between “scuba divers” and “snorkelers” when it comes to connection, offering valuable insights on how to balance authenticity with the risks of oversharing.

In this episode, Darius will discuss:

  • (00:00) Embracing Vulnerability and Gratitude
  • (02:38) Two Types of People: Scuba Divers vs. Snorkelers
  • (04:51) Vulnerability as a Superpower
  • (06:00) Vulnerability vs. Oversharing
  • (13:03) Navigating Relationships
  • (15:22) Vulnerability is a Gift
  • (20:25) Reassessing Expectations in Relationships

Meet Darius: 

Darius is your host of The Greatness Machine. Darius is a mad scientist, high-growth CEO, serial entrepreneur, author, conscious capitalist, speaker, and entertainer. Darius is on a quest to create 1,000,000 Core Value Driven Organization by 2030. He is calling this “The Core Value Revolution.” Darius is an alumni of the Birthing of Giants Entrepreneurial Program at MIT and Stagen Integral Leadership Program. Darius’s accolades include being ranked #9 Top Rated CEO in America on Glassdoor, has won numerous Stevie Awards, and has founded and grown organizations that have been ranked #40 in the Inc. 500 and were ranked #3 Best Places to Work By the San Francisco Business Time. He is all about the P’s: Passion, Pizza, Puzzles, and, especially, Pink Unicorns. His book, The Core Value Equation, is an Amazon #1 Best Seller and is available at www.thecorevalueequation.com.

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My team and I are on a mission to help YOU create a cultural revolution. I want to teach you how to build a core value driven organization. 

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