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How to talk yourself through a problem

Episode 29

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In this episode of the Western Hippie podcast, Michaela discusses her journey through the self-help industry and emphasizes the importance of becoming our own best coach. She shares her personal experiences with self-criticism and the need to identify counterproductive behaviors. Michaela explores the roots of these behaviors, how to rewire the subconscious mind, and the significance of setting realistic steps to our goals. The episode concludes with a focus on self-reflection and the necessity of internal validation for personal growth.


Takeaways

We need to be our own best coach first.
Beating myself up is counterproductive towards my goals.
Every behavior starts with a good intent, even lying.
Understanding the benefits and consequences of our behaviors is crucial.
Lowering the bar on standards can help us achieve more.
Internal validation is more important than external validation.
Self-criticism can stem from childhood experiences.
Proving to the subconscious that a behavior is harmful is essential for change.
Setting realistic daily goals can lead to consistent progress.
Self-reflection is key to personal growth and understanding. 


Chapters

00:00 The Journey into Self-Help
08:26 Understanding the Roots of Self-Criticism
14:32 Rewiring Subconscious Behaviors
20:12 Setting Realistic Goals and Self-Validation


Keywords

self-help, personal development, coaching, self-criticism, subconscious mind, goal setting, self-validation, mental health, personal growth, inner voice

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