The Art and Science of Thriving
Welcome to The Art and Science of Thriving, the podcast where high-achieving professionals unlock the secrets to living a fulfilling, balanced, and high-performing life.
Through evidence-based insights in neuroscience, psychology, and high-performance strategies, we’ll explore how to achieve success without burnout, create clarity and purpose, and thrive in every area of your life.
Michael Schiel, a high performance coach and transformation consultant, hosts the podcast. Michael helps overwhelmed people and teams find their purpose, achieve their goals, and reach peak performance while creating well-being, balance and fulfillment in their lives
The Art and Science of Thriving
Episode #80: How Do I Take Control of My Life and Be Clear on What Matters to Me?
Have you ever felt like your life is on autopilot?
You wake up, go through the motions, and by the end of the day, you wonder—did any of it really matter? You’re not alone. Many high-achievers feel pulled in too many directions, chasing goals that don’t align with their true priorities. But what if you could take control, gain clarity, and start living intentionally?
In this episode of The Art and Science of Thriving, we dive into the neuroscience and psychology of how to take control of your life and focus on what’s truly important.
What You’ll Learn:
✅ Why so many people struggle to take control of their lives
✅ The hidden psychological and neurological barriers keeping you stuck
✅ 7 powerful, science-backed strategies to get clear on your vision, priorities, and next steps
✅ How to set boundaries, say no with confidence, and align your actions with what matters most
✅ A simple 3-step method if you're short on time but ready for meaningful change
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed or directionless, this episode will give you the clarity and tools to take back control and thrive.
Special Bonus:
I’ve created a free “Take Control of Your Life” Worksheet to help you apply these strategies immediately. Download it here: Invictus.coach/resources
Upcoming Events:
📅 Feb 19 Livecast – How to Get Unstuck from Survival Mode and Proactively Focus on What Matters
📅 Feb 26 Workshop – Creating a Clear Vision to Guide Your Actions and Improve Performance
If you head on over to invictus.coach/events you will find links to register for these. If you are listening to this podcast after those events, DM me and I can tell you where and how you can access the recordings!
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