Episode 18 - Gavin McHale on How Your Self-Talk Shapes Your Reality (And How to Rewrite It)

In this episode of The Empowerment Show, Adama, Maddie, and Sam welcome Gavin McHale. Gavin worked with Sam a few years ago and helped her shift her own mentality. He is a world-class mindset and business performance coach and the author of Consciouspreneur: What to Do When the Hard Work Stops Working. Known as the "secret weapon" behind a dozen 7-figure coaching businesses, Gavin uses his background as a high level hockey player alongside proven strategies to inspire his clients to build resilience , redefine their relationship with money, and design a life that aligns with their values. 

The hosts and Gavin explore the journey of self-discovery, the importance of emotional awareness, and the impact of hustle culture on personal growth. Gavin shares his personal experiences as a former athlete and how they shaped his coaching philosophy. The conversation emphasizes the significance of aligning actions with emotional well-being and the power of self-talk in shaping one's reality.

Here are the key episode takeaways:

• Mindset isn’t just fluff—it’s the foundation for smashing your goals.
• Self-awareness + emotional intelligence = your best burnout shield.
• Track your wins —because progress deserves to be celebrated.
• Growth means confronting the limiting beliefs holding you back.
• Hustle culture? More like a fast-track to toxic patterns.
• Real power comes from balancing action with reflection.
• Pay attention to your self-talk—it’s telling you more than you think.
• Emotional awareness keeps you aligned with your values and decisions.
• A clear vision for the future helps you push through the hard days.
• And never underestimate the girlfriends who cheer you on. 

And here's the episode breakdown if you want to tune in for specific portions:
 
00:00 Introduction to Empowerment and Mindset Coaching
02:31 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Time Management
10:03 Overcoming Failure and Embracing Mindset Shifts
18:01 The Interplay of Action and Belief
24:32 Radical Curiosity and Self-Reflection
30:32 Balancing Masculine and Feminine Energies
32:39 Building a Vision for Personal Growth
35:23 Understanding Emotional Awareness
36:51 The Power of a Full Body Yes
39:41 Identifying Full Body No
41:49 Using Negative Emotions as Feedback
43:46 Navigating Career Challenges
46:24 Becoming Your Own Coach
49:30 Confronting Self-Criticism
53:25 Shifting the Narrative of Self-Talk

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