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A high-performance mindset isn't just about motivation; it's about how you prepare, respond to adversity, and act when things don't go according to plan. Michael Rearden speaks with mindset and performance coach Jaime Elizondo about the beliefs, identity, resilience, and intentionality that shape how we perform in both personal and professional life. They explore fear of failure, preparing for adversity, surrounding yourself with people who elevate you, the connection between mindset and performance, and why courage is required to pursue meaningful goals. Jaime also introduces his Crush It Formula, a framework designed to help people stop waiting for the right moment and start taking action. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE What a high performance mindset actually requires beyond motivationHow intentionality influences performance and achievementWhy fear of failure can prevent people from pursuing their goalsHow resilience helps you respond to adversity and setbacksWhy surrounding yourself with successful people can accelerate growthHow identity, beliefs, and mindset work togetherWhy preparing for adversity before it happens mattersHow connection influences business culture and relationshipsWhy courage is necessary to take meaningful actionHow Jaime's Crush It Formula can provide a framework for pursuing success KEY TAKEAWAYS ✅ High performance begins with intentionality rather than simply hoping for better results. ✅ Many people abandon their dreams before they ever give themselves the opportunity to pursue them. ✅ Fear of failure can become a major barrier to taking action. ✅ Resilience helps us continue moving forward when adversity inevitably appears. ✅ Identity, beliefs, and mindset work together to influence how we respond to life's challenges. ✅ Preparing for adversity in advance can help us respond more effectively when challenges arrive. ✅ Surrounding yourself with successful and growth-oriented people can influence your own development. ✅ Connection is essential for healthy relationships, strong teams, and productive business cultures. ✅ You often fall to the level of your training, making preparation a critical part of performance. ✅ Courage means being willing to take action, embrace failure, and pursue the goals that matter to you. JAIME ELIZONDO'S GUEST LINKS 🌐 Website – https://jaimeelizondo.com/ 📸 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/coach_elizondo/ 💼 LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaime-elizondo/ 📰 Substack – https://substack.com/@jaimeelizondo1 🌐 The CRUSH-IT Formula - https://jaimeelizondo.com/ Learn more about Jaime Elizondo's work, performance coaching, and The CRUSH-IT Formula through his website. EXPLORE MORE WITH MICHAEL REARDEN 🌐 Website – https://revenconcepts.com/ 🎙 Podcast – https://coachinginsession.buzzsprout.com/ 📸 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/revenconcepts/ WORK WITH MICHAEL REARDEN - https://www.revenconcepts.com/ Enjoyed this episode? Follow Coaching In Session, download the episode, and share it with someone who is working to strengthen their mindset, overcome adversity, and take action toward their goals.  Send us a Message Support the show Website: www.Revenconcepts.com Email: [email protected] Youtube: @Revenconcepts If you’re getting value from the podcast, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who could benefit from it. Your support helps us reach more people who need to hear these conversations.

Moving forward in life can be difficult when you do not know what happens next. Uncertainty, fear, and the desire to feel completely ready can keep you inside the same comfort zone. In Episode 818 of Coaching In Session, Michael Rearden explores how to deal with uncertainty, trust yourself through change, and take action even when the future is unclear.  Life rarely provides complete certainty before we are required to make a decision. Michael Rearden discusses how mindset, self-reflection, courage, and personal responsibility influence the way we respond to uncertainty and change. This conversation explores why waiting for the perfect moment can prevent progress, how expanding your comfort zone creates opportunities for growth, and why trusting yourself is essential when facing fear or unfamiliar circumstances. Michael also discusses gratitude, discipline, supportive relationships, resilience, and the importance of pursuing excellence while creating a meaningful impact. What You’ll Learn • Why waiting for the perfect moment can prevent personal growth • How uncertainty can become part of the growth process • Why self-reflection helps you understand your past, present, and future • How to trust yourself when facing fear, anxiety, or change • Ways to expand your comfort zone through new experiences • Why change requires a choice, commitment, and consistent effort • How gratitude can be developed through reflection • Why a supportive network can strengthen personal development • How to stay disciplined while navigating life’s ups and downs • Why your choices and mindset influence the life you create Key Takeaways ✅ Uncertainty is a normal part of life and should not automatically stop progress. ✅ Growth often begins when you move before you feel completely ready. ✅ Trusting yourself is essential when facing fear and unfamiliar situations. ✅ Expanding your comfort zone requires intentional action and repeated effort. ✅ Change is a choice that demands commitment and consistency. ✅ Your mindset and daily decisions play a major role in shaping your future. ✅ A strong support system can help you remain disciplined and resilient. ✅ Making an impact requires courage, strength, and a willingness to keep growing. Explore More With Michael Rearden 🌐 Website – https://revenconcepts.com/ 🎙 Podcast – https://coachinginsession.buzzsprout.com/ 📸 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/revenconcepts/ Work With Michael Rearden - https://www.revenconcepts.com/ Download and listen to the full episode of Coaching In Session, and take the next step toward moving forward with greater confidence, courage, and clarity. If this episode resonates with you, download it, follow the podcast, and share it with someone who needs to hear this message. Send us a Message Support the show Website: www.Revenconcepts.com Email: [email protected] Youtube: @Revenconcepts If you’re getting value from the podcast, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who could benefit from it. Your support helps us reach more people who need to hear these conversations.

Building the life of your dreams can be difficult when everyday life keeps you busy. Responsibilities, routines, comfort zones, and constant movement can make it easy to focus on simply getting through the day instead of intentionally creating the future you want. In this episode of Coaching In Session, Michael Rearden explores how to build the life you want while navigating the demands of everyday life. He discusses the importance of mindset, planning for the future, investing in yourself, and understanding the difference between simply moving and actually making progress. You'll also discover why creating something that lasts requires intention, consistency, and a willingness to step outside your comfort zone. Your current life matters but so does the life you're building for your future. If you're ready to stop simply staying busy and start intentionally building a life aligned with your goals, this episode will give you practical steps to reconsider your direction and take meaningful action. What You'll Learn in This Episode • How to build the life of your dreams while managing everyday responsibilities • Why the life you're building is just as important as the life you're currently living • How mindset influences fulfillment, purpose, and long-term success • Why investing in yourself is just as important as financial investment • How comfort zones can prevent meaningful personal growth • The difference between movement and actual progress • Why creating lasting value matters for your future • How to use action steps to align your current life with your dreams • Why consistently reviewing your direction is essential for growth • How intentional effort can help you build a life worth remembering Key Takeaways ✅ Being busy doesn't mean you're making progress toward your dreams. ✅ The life you're building deserves as much attention as the life you're currently living. ✅ Your mindset plays a major role in fulfillment and purpose. ✅ Investing in yourself is one of the most important investments you can make. ✅ Comfort can keep you moving without actually helping you grow. ✅ Movement and progress are not always the same thing. ✅ Building something meaningful requires intention and long-term thinking. ✅ Your daily actions should connect to the future you want to create. ✅ Regularly reviewing your direction helps prevent you from drifting away from your goals. ✅ A life worth remembering is built through consistent choices and intentional action. Read the Full Blog - https://www.Revenconcepts.com/the-life-you-are-building/ Explore More With Michael Rearden 🌐 Website - https://revenconcepts.com/ 🎙 Podcast - https://coachinginsession.buzzsprout.com/ 📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/revenconcepts/ Work with Michael Rearden - https://www.revenconcepts.com/ Follow Coaching In Session on Buzzsprout for more conversations about personal growth, mindset, purpose, confidence, self-improvement, and creating a meaningful life. Listen to the full episode and take the next step toward building the life you want. Send us a Message Support the show Website: www.Revenconcepts.com Email: [email protected] Youtube: @Revenconcepts If you’re getting value from the podcast, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who could benefit from it. Your support helps us reach more people who need to hear these conversations.

Fitness over 50 isn't just about exercise , it's about building the strength, mobility, mindset, and purpose to keep living an active life. Michael Rearden and personal trainer and author Glen Owen explore how identity, motivation, consistency, and reliable fitness information can shape long-term health. They also discuss longevity, muscle mass, comparison and self-esteem, injury prevention, recovery, and the importance of having a strong reason behind your fitness journey. If you want to stay active, overcome obstacles, and build health habits that can last for decades, this conversation offers practical perspective for the journey. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE How purpose and identity can influence your approach to healthStrategies for staying motivated when obstacles get in the wayHow to find reliable fitness information in an age of misinformationWhy consistency and small improvements matter for long-term healthThe connection between muscle mass, longevity, and quality of lifeHow comparison and self-image can affect your fitness journeyPractical considerations for injury prevention and recoveryWhy having a strong “why” can help you stay committed to fitnessHow community, accountability, and coaching can support sustainable habits KEY TAKEAWAYS ✅ Purpose and identity can play an important role in maintaining long-term health. ✅ A strong reason for exercising can help sustain motivation when obstacles arise. ✅ Reliable fitness information matters in an environment filled with conflicting advice. ✅ Consistency and small improvements can create meaningful long-term progress. ✅ Maintaining muscle mass is an important part of the conversation around longevity and quality of life. ✅ Comparison and self-image can influence motivation, confidence, and how we approach fitness. ✅ Injury prevention and safe training can help people remain active as they age. ✅ Community, accountability, and coaching can make sustainable health habits easier to maintain. GLEN OWEN'S GUEST LINKS 🌐 Website – https://www.glenowen.ca/ ▶️ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@iamglenowen 📸 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/glen.owen.fitnesspro/ 💼 LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/glenowenpersonaltraining/ 🌐  Free First Five Chapters - https://www.glenowen.ca/donedifferently/ Listeners can get the first five chapters of DONE DIFFERENTLY for free with no purchase required, just an email. The opening chapters challenge commonly accepted fitness advice for adults over 50 and introduce Glen's perspective on movement, longevity, and staying active as you age. EXPLORE MORE WITH MICHAEL REARDEN 🌐 Website – https://revenconcepts.com/ 🎙 Podcast – https://coachinginsession.buzzsprout.com/ 📸 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/revenconcepts/ WORK WITH MICHAEL REARDEN - https://www.revenconcepts.com/ Enjoyed this episode? Follow Coaching In Session, download the episode, and share it with someone who wants to stay stronger, healthier, and more active as they age.  Send us a Message Support the show Website: www.Revenconcepts.com Email: [email protected] Youtube: @Revenconcepts If you’re getting value from the podcast, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who could benefit from it. Your support helps us reach more people who need to hear these conversations.

Self-discovery begins when you stop trying to control everything outside of you and start understanding what's happening within you. Expectations, comparison, perfectionism, and the need for external validation can keep you disconnected from who you really are. In this episode of Coaching In Session, Michael Rearden sits down with Indra Rinzler to explore self-discovery, spirituality, astrology, personal growth, and the process of understanding your true self. They discuss why the desire for control can create emptiness, how expectations can affect happiness, why experiences matter more than perfection, and how healing the inner child can reveal patterns that influence your choices. The conversation also explores self-sabotage, comparison, trusting your gut, self-love, and why true fulfillment comes from within rather than from external validation. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE How astrology can be used as a tool for self-awarenessWhy changing yourself can be the beginning of changing your worldWhy the desire for control can lead to emptinessHow expectations can create stress and disappointmentWhy living in the moment can lead to greater happinessWhy experiences can be more valuable than perfectionHow conditioning influences your expectations and choicesWhy letting go of control can create greater freedomThe difference between naivety and wisdom when making life choicesHow healing the inner child can support personal growthWhy recognizing behavioral patterns is important for changeHow self-sabotage can affect your personal journeyWhy comparison can lead to unhappinessHow expectations can keep you from experiencing peaceWhy trusting your gut can lead to more conscious decisionsWhy self-love is fundamental to personal fulfillmentHow letting go of external validation can change your perspectiveWhy no one else is keeping score of your journey KEY TAKEAWAYS ✅ Self-awareness is an important part of meaningful personal growth. ✅ Changing yourself can be the beginning of creating change in the world around you. ✅ The desire to control everything can create unnecessary stress and emptiness. ✅ Living in the moment can help you experience greater happiness and freedom. ✅ Expectations can create disappointment when reality doesn't match what you imagined. ✅ Experiences can be more valuable than trying to make everything perfect. ✅ Conditioning can influence the expectations and choices you make. ✅ Letting go of control can create space for greater freedom and wisdom. ✅ Wisdom comes from understanding your true desires and learning from your experiences. ✅ Healing the inner child can help reveal unresolved patterns that influence adult behavior. ✅ Recognizing patterns of self-sabotage is an important step toward change. ✅ Comparing your journey to other people's lives can take you away from your own path. ✅ The mind isn't always the best decision-maker; learning to trust your gut can help you make more conscious choices. ✅ Self-love is fundamental to creating genuine fulfillment. ✅ True fulfillment comes from within rather than from external validation. ✅ No one else is keeping score of your journey. INDRA RINSLER'S GUEST LINKS 🌐 Website – http://indrarinzler.com/ 📘 Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/indra.rinzler/ ▶️ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoBt4MS4XGTTxP1pckE7P9w 🌐 Indra Rinzler Website - http://indrarinzler.com/ (Connect with Indra and learn more about his work involving spirituality, Vedic astrology, self-awareness, and personal growth.) EXPLORE MORE WITH MICHAEL REARDEN 🌐 Website – https://revenconcepts.com/ 🎙 Podcast – https://coachinginsession.buzzsprout.com/ 📸 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/revenconcepts/ WORK WITH MICHAEL REARDEN - https://www.revenconcepts.com/ Enjoyed the episode? Follow Coaching In Session, download the episode, and share it with someone who is navigating self-discovery, personal growth, healing, or the challenge of letting go of expectations. Send us a Message Support the show Website: www.Revenconcepts.com Email: [email protected] Youtube: @Revenconcepts If you’re getting value from the podcast, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who could benefit from it. Your support helps us reach more people who need to hear these conversations.

What is holding you back from growth? Sometimes the biggest barriers aren't outside of us they come from the comfort, fear, ego, and protection mechanisms we create within ourselves. In this episode of Coaching In Session, Michael Rearden explores the barriers that keep people from reaching their potential and why personal growth often requires confronting the very things we're trying to protect. From staying comfortable to avoiding hard truths, understanding what holds you back is the first step toward meaningful change. Your life can change when you stop protecting the version of yourself that you're trying to outgrow. What You'll Learn in This Episode • What is holding you back from personal growth • Why people choose comfort over growth • How protection mechanisms can keep you stuck • The role of ego and pride in personal development • Why taking risks is necessary for meaningful change • How self-reflection can reveal hidden barriers • How to confront the things you're avoiding • Why small changes can create major breakthroughs • How to change the narrative you have about your life • Why growth requires stepping outside your comfort zone Key Takeaways ✅ Comfort can feel safe while quietly limiting your growth. ✅ Your mindset determines what possibilities you are able to see. ✅ We sometimes protect ourselves from things that are actually necessary for growth. ✅ Ego and pride can become barriers to personal development. ✅ Taking calculated risks is part of creating a more fulfilling life. ✅ Self-reflection helps you identify what is really holding you back. ✅ You have to confront what you're avoiding if you want to move forward. ✅ Small shifts in your thinking and behavior can create significant change. ✅ You have the power to change the narrative you're living by. ✅ Real growth begins when you stop allowing comfort to dictate your future. Read the Full Blog - https://www.Revenconcepts.com/what-is-holding-you-back-from-growth/ Explore More With Michael Rearden 🌐 Website - https://revenconcepts.com/ 🎙 Podcast - https://coachinginsession.buzzsprout.com/ 📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/revenconcepts/ Work With Michael Rearden - https://www.revenconcepts.com/ Follow Coaching In Session on Buzzsprout for more conversations and insights on personal growth, mindset, self-awareness, confidence, purpose, and meaningful change. Listen to the full episode and discover what may be holding you back from becoming the person you're capable of becoming. Send us a Message Support the show Website: www.Revenconcepts.com Email: [email protected] Youtube: @Revenconcepts If you’re getting value from the podcast, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who could benefit from it. Your support helps us reach more people who need to hear these conversations.

What if understanding personality types could change the way you communicate, learn, and build relationships? Michael Rearden and Sheila Glazov explore her Brain Color Personality framework and what it can teach us about understanding ourselves and the people around us. They also discuss the changing role of technology in education, the importance of reading, imagination, creativity, youth development, and why lifelong learning can transform the way we see ourselves and others. From communication and relationships to education and personal growth, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on how understanding differences can lead to greater connection and growth. What You’ll Learn in This Episode How personality types can improve communication and relationshipsWhat Brain Colors can reveal about how people think and interactWhy education is an act of service and influenceHow technology is changing the way people learn and readWhy reading should be presented as a joyful experienceHow books can contribute to personal development and lifelong learningWhy dialogue between generations is essentialHow young people are influenced by social pressure and acceptanceThe difference between executive decision-making and critical thinkingWhy imagination is essential for creativity and innovationHow educators and parents can adapt to changing timesWhy understanding different perspectives encourages empathy and growth Key Takeaways ✅ Personality differences can influence communication, relationships, and decision-making. ✅ Understanding Brain Color Personalities can help us appreciate different perspectives. ✅ Technology is changing how we learn, read, and communicate. ✅ Educators and parents must adapt while continuing to nurture imagination and creativity. ✅ Reading should be an enjoyable experience that inspires curiosity and lifelong learning. ✅ Books can provide powerful insights for personal growth and self-awareness. ✅ Young people benefit from mentorship, guidance, and intergenerational dialogue. ✅ Lifelong learning and different perspectives can create deeper understanding and personal growth. SHEILA GLAZOV'S Guest Links 🌐 Website – https://sheilaglazov.com/ ▶️ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/SheilaGlazov Substack – https://substack.com/@sheilanglazovauthor 🌐 Sheila Glazov’s Website - https://sheilaglazov.com/ (Visit Sheila’s website to learn more about her books, explore customized programs and workshops for businesses, organizations, and schools, and take one of the eleven Brain Color Personality Quizzes._ Explore More With Michael Rearden 🌐 Website – https://revenconcepts.com/ 🎙 Podcast – https://coachinginsession.buzzsprout.com/ 📸 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/revenconcepts/ Work With Michael Rearden - https://www.revenconcepts.com/ If you enjoyed this episode, follow Coaching In Session on Buzzsprout, download the episode, and share it with someone interested in personality types, education, reading, communication, or personal development. Send us a Message Support the show Website: www.Revenconcepts.com Email: [email protected] Youtube: @Revenconcepts If you’re getting value from the podcast, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who could benefit from it. Your support helps us reach more people who need to hear these conversations.

Communication skills can influence how your ideas, leadership, value, and potential are perceived at work. But being effective isn't about being the loudest person in the room it's about communicating with clarity, confidence, self-awareness, and influence. In this episode of Coaching In Session, Michael Rearden sits down with executive presence coach Aletta Rochat to explore what makes communication successful and why strong communication can directly impact professional growth and career advancement. Aletta explains why capable professionals can struggle to articulate their value, how feedback can reveal the impact you're actually having, why understanding your audience matters, and how self-promotion, credibility, empathy, and workplace culture can shape your ability to be heard and influence others. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE What makes communication truly successfulWhy communication skills are essential for professional successHow self-awareness improves communication and influenceWhy understanding your audience matters when presenting ideasHow to articulate your value and recognize your strengthsWhy self-promotion can be necessary for career advancementHow to become heard without being the loudest voice in the roomWhy feedback is essential for personal and professional growthHow executive presence skills apply across different areas of lifeHow leadership styles influence team dynamics and workplace cultureWhy workplace culture and personal values need to alignHow empathy can transform difficult professional relationshipsHow criticism can become an opportunity for growthWhy everyone is capable of more than they may realize KEY TAKEAWAYS ✅ Effective communication should lead to action, influence, or change. ✅ Ambition and self-awareness can help you become a stronger communicator. ✅ Understanding your audience is essential when presenting ideas. ✅ Being heard doesn't require being the loudest person in the room. ✅ Articulating your value is an important part of career advancement. ✅ Recognizing your own strengths and superpowers can change how you show up professionally. ✅ Feedback can reveal how your communication is actually impacting others. ✅ Executive presence skills can be applied across professional and personal situations. ✅ Workplace culture can significantly influence how people communicate and thrive. ✅ You have the ability to influence the culture around you. ✅ Empathy can make difficult relationships more productive. ✅ Criticism can become a source of growth when approached with curiosity. ✅ Everyone has more potential and influence than they may realize. ALETTA ROCHAT'S GUEST LINKS 🌐 Website – http://www.interviewsurvivalguide.com/ 📘 Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/aletta.rochat 🐦 X – https://www.twitter.com/AlettaRochat 📸 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/alettarochat/ 💼 LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/alettarochat/ 🌐 Free Executive Presence Coaching Session - https://forms.gle/FkuHaePRhNBWp6pc9 (If you want to build executive presence and accelerate your career, you can apply for Aletta's special 1-on-1 Build Your Executive Presence Coaching Session. The session is designed to help you clarify the results and reputation you want to build, uncover challenges that may be affecting your leadership and team building, and identify practical next steps for your leadership journey.) EXPLORE MORE WITH MICHAEL REARDEN 🌐 Website – https://revenconcepts.com/ 🎙 Podcast – https://coachinginsession.buzzsprout.com/ 📸 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/revenconcepts/ WORK WITH MICHAEL REARDEN - https://www.revenconcepts.com/ Enjoyed the episode? Follow Coaching In Session, download the episode, and share it with someone who wants to strengthen their communication, executive presence, and professional influence. Send us a Message Support the show Website: www.Revenconcepts.com Email: [email protected] Youtube: @Revenconcepts If you’re getting value from the podcast, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who could benefit from it. Your support helps us reach more people who need to hear these conversations.

The need for validation can quietly control your decisions, relationships, career, and even the way you see yourself. In this episode of Coaching In Session, Michael Rearden explores why people seek approval from others and how external validation can prevent personal growth, self-acceptance, and genuine fulfillment. From childhood and relationships to the workplace and social expectations, the desire to be recognized, accepted, and understood can become a trap. Michael discusses how technology has changed the way we seek validation, why constantly molding yourself to meet other people's expectations can leave you dissatisfied, and why knowing yourself matters more than getting everyone else to approve of you. True personal growth requires learning to trust yourself, establish boundaries, understand your own values, and stop allowing external approval to determine your sense of worth. If you've ever felt pressured to live a certain way because of what others expect from you, this episode challenges you to reclaim your power and define success for yourself. What You'll Learn in This Episode – Why the need for validation is so deeply ingrained in human behavior – How seeking approval can hinder personal and professional growth – How technology has changed the way people seek validation – Why molding yourself to meet other people's expectations can become exhausting – The difference between external validation and self-validation – How societal expectations can influence your definition of success – Why self-understanding is essential for personal fulfillment – How boundaries can protect your time, energy, and values – Why balancing career and personal life matters for genuine fulfillment – How to begin letting go of the need for constant approval Key Takeaways ✅ External validation can become a trap that keeps you dependent on other people's opinions. ✅ The need for approval can influence decisions more than we realize. ✅ Being accepted by others does not automatically create personal fulfillment. ✅ Self-validation starts with understanding and accepting who you are. ✅ Societal expectations can cause you to pursue a life that doesn't actually align with your values. ✅ Technology has created new ways to seek recognition and approval. ✅ Healthy boundaries help protect your identity and priorities. ✅ Career success means little if it comes at the expense of your personal life and relationships. ✅ You don't have to change yourself to fit everyone's expectations. ✅ Real change begins when you are willing to prioritize what genuinely matters to you. Read the Full Blog - https://www.revenconcepts.com/need-for-validation/ Explore More With Michael Rearden 🌐 Website – https://revenconcepts.com/ 🎙 Podcast – https://coachinginsession.buzzsprout.com/ 📸 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/revenconcepts/ Work with Michael Rearden - https://www.revenconcepts.com/ If you're ready to stop living for other people's approval and start creating a life aligned with your own values, follow Coaching In Session and listen to or download this episode.  Send us a Message Support the show Website: www.Revenconcepts.com Email: [email protected] Youtube: @Revenconcepts If you’re getting value from the podcast, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who could benefit from it. Your support helps us reach more people who need to hear these conversations.

Burnout can be a sign that the life you're building no longer feels aligned with who you are. In this episode of Coaching In Session, Michael Rearden sits down with Becca Eve Young to explore burnout, finding purpose, authentic living, and the courage to question the definition of success you've been taught to follow. Becca shares her journey from the corporate world into entrepreneurship, writing, and conscious living. Together, they explore recognizing burnout, slowing down, embracing life's messiness, finding fulfillment in simple moments, and the power of coaching and community during major life transitions. If you've ever felt overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck between who you've been and who you're becoming, this conversation is a reminder that you don't have to have everything figured out before you take the next step. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE How burnout can reveal deeper questions about fulfillment and purposeWhy societal expectations can shape the way we define successRecognizing when it may be time to make a meaningful changeThe importance of slowing down and listening to your inner voiceWhy embracing life's messiness can lead to greater authenticityThe role coaching and community can play during personal transitionsWhy asking for help is a strengthWhy taking action matters more than waiting for the perfect momentHow failure can become part of the growth processBuilding a life around authenticity rather than societal expectations KEY TAKEAWAYS ✅ Burnout can be a signal that something in your life needs attention. ✅ Success doesn't have to be defined by someone else's expectations. ✅ Authenticity requires listening to what genuinely matters to you. ✅ Fulfillment can often be found in simplicity, presence, and connection. ✅ Community can help reduce isolation during challenging transitions. ✅ Coaching can provide valuable guidance when you're navigating change. ✅ Failure can become an important part of learning and growth. ✅ Entrepreneurship requires patience, discipline, and consistency. ✅ Asking for help is not weakness, it can be part of moving forward. ✅ You don't need the perfect moment to take meaningful action. GUEST LINKS 🌐 Website – https://www.beccaeveyoung.com/ 📘 Facebook – https://facebook.com/rebeccaeveyoung 📸 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/accounts/beccaeveyoung 💼 LinkedIn – https://linkedin.com/in/beccaeveyoung 🌐 Website - https://www.beccaeveyoung.com/ (Visit Becca's website to learn more about her book, coaching, and work centered around personal growth, purpose, authentic living, and navigating life's messy transitions.) EXPLORE MORE WITH MICHAEL REARDEN 🌐 Website – https://revenconcepts.com/ 🎙 Podcast – https://coachinginsession.buzzsprout.com/ 📸 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/revenconcepts/ WORK WITH MICHAEL REARDEN - https://www.revenconcepts.com/ Enjoyed this conversation? Follow Coaching In Session, download the episode, and share it with someone who may be questioning the life they've been told they should want. Send us a Message Support the show Website: www.Revenconcepts.com Email: [email protected] Youtube: @Revenconcepts If you’re getting value from the podcast, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who could benefit from it. Your support helps us reach more people who need to hear these conversations.

Performance anxiety can make capable people question themselves the moment they have to speak, perform, or compete under pressure. But what if nervousness isn't something you need to eliminate? In this episode of Coaching In Session, Michael Rearden sits down with Dr. David Lee Fish to explore performance anxiety, speech fright, stage fright, mindfulness, and what happens in the body when anxiety takes over. Dr. Fish explains why nervousness is a natural human response and how changing your relationship with anxious thoughts can create a more workable experience. The conversation also introduces the READ Method, a practical framework built around engagement, acceptance, and detachment to help people stay focused on their core values and the task in front of them. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE What performance anxiety actually is and where it comes fromWhy the body's threat response can create nervousnessHow adrenaline can affect performanceWhy there is nothing wrong with you for getting nervousHow mindfulness can help manage anxietyWhy detaching from anxious thoughts is importantThe difference between accepting nervousness and avoiding itHow the READ Method can help in high-pressure situationsWhy focusing on the task can improve performanceHow to approach public speaking and performance as a beginnerWhy performance anxiety can be managed rather than simply trying to eliminate it KEY TAKEAWAYS ✅ Anxiety is a natural human response to perceived threat. ✅ Nervousness does not mean something is wrong with you. ✅ The body's internal protection system is designed to help us respond to perceived danger. ✅ Anxiety can become an opportunity to change how you approach pressure. ✅ Mindfulness can help create distance from anxious thoughts and feelings. ✅ Acceptance can make nervousness more workable rather than turning it into another problem. ✅ Performance anxiety is common and can be managed. ✅ The READ Method provides a structured approach for working with anxiety during performance. ✅ Staying engaged with the task and your core values can help redirect attention away from anxiety. ✅ Starting as a beginner is a necessary part of personal growth and development. DAVID LEE FISH'S GUEST LINKS 🌐 Website – https://riseupeight.com/ 💼 LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidleefish 🌐 Rise Up 8 – Speak with Confidence - https://riseupeight.com/ (Visit Rise Up 8 for the free introductory lesson of Speak with Confidence, Dr. Fish's online course focused on overcoming speech fright and experiencing his approach firsthand.) EXPLORE MORE WITH MICHAEL REARDEN 🌐 Website – https://revenconcepts.com/ 🎙 Podcast – https://coachinginsession.buzzsprout.com/ 📸 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/revenconcepts/ WORK WITH MICHAEL REARDEN - https://www.revenconcepts.com/ Enjoyed this conversation? Follow Coaching In Session, download the episode, and share it with someone who struggles with public speaking, performance anxiety, or nerves under pressure. Send us a Message Support the show Website: www.Revenconcepts.com Email: [email protected] Youtube: @Revenconcepts If you’re getting value from the podcast, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who could benefit from it. Your support helps us reach more people who need to hear these conversations.

Self-awareness is powerful, but awareness alone will not change your life. In this episode of Coaching In Session, Michael Rearden explores how self-awareness can sometimes become another form of avoidance when you know what needs to be done but continue putting off the action required to create real change. There is a major difference between understanding what you need to do and actually doing it. Michael breaks down the connection between self-awareness, procrastination, habits, comfort, distraction, and deliberate action and why some people genuinely want change while others only want it when it is convenient. Personal growth requires more than being aware of your patterns. It requires stepping outside of what is familiar, developing new habits, doing uncomfortable work, and taking consistent action toward the life you say you want. What You'll Learn in This Episode – How self-awareness can become a form of avoidance – Why knowing what to do doesn't mean you will actually do it – The difference between wanting something and wanting it enough – How awareness without action leads to procrastination – How habits can reinforce avoidance patterns – Why staying busy doesn't always mean making progress – How comfort can prevent personal growth – Why deliberate action is necessary for transformation – How to recognize the gap between intention and action – Why seeking guidance can help you finally move forward Key Takeaways ✅ Self-awareness is a starting point, not the solution. ✅ Knowing what needs to change means little without action. ✅ Awareness can sometimes become an excuse to delay doing the work. ✅ Procrastination can become a deeply established habit. ✅ Being busy does not necessarily mean you are making progress. ✅ Real growth requires doing things differently—not simply understanding them. ✅ Comfort can keep you repeating the same patterns. ✅ You have to want your goals enough to take deliberate action. ✅ Change requires consistent effort even when the process is uncomfortable. ✅ Asking for help can be an important step toward breaking patterns of avoidance. Read the Full Blog - https://www.revenconcepts.com/self-awareness-as-avoidance/ Explore More With Michael Rearden 🌐 Website – https://revenconcepts.com/ 🎙 Podcast – https://coachinginsession.buzzsprout.com/ 📸 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/revenconcepts/ Work with Michael Rearden - https://www.revenconcepts.com/ If you're ready to stop knowing and start doing, follow Coaching In Session and listen to or download this episode so you can revisit these lessons whenever you need them.  Send us a Message Support the show Website: www.Revenconcepts.com Email: [email protected] Youtube: @Revenconcepts If you’re getting value from the podcast, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who could benefit from it. Your support helps us reach more people who need to hear these conversations.

Mindset transformation starts with understanding the beliefs shaping your identity, habits, and decisions. In this episode of Coaching In Session, Michael Rearden sits down with transformational guide Lina Viner to explore subconscious beliefs, identity, health, and personal growth. Lina shares her journey from building a successful fashion business to creating the Rewire Method and helping people transform the patterns that influence their lives. They discuss why self-awareness is the starting point for change, how subconscious beliefs can shape behavior, and why lasting transformation requires more than surface-level personal development. The conversation also explores health and wellness, habit change, fear, identity, and the courage to embrace a different future. If you're ready to question the beliefs holding you back, strengthen your mindset, and create meaningful change, this conversation offers a powerful perspective on personal transformation. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE  How subconscious beliefs can influence identity and behavior  Why self-awareness is the starting point for transformation  The connection between mindset, health, and habits  What the Rewire Method is designed to address  Why people often wait for a crisis before changing  How fear can prevent meaningful personal growth  Why changing identity can change expectations and behavior  The importance of curiosity during self-discovery  Why sustainable health changes require long-term habits  How to recognize your potential for personal transformation  KEY TAKEAWAYS ✅ Transformation begins with self-awareness and curiosity. ✅ Subconscious beliefs can influence our identity and behaviors. ✅ Rewiring negative beliefs can create opportunities for personal growth. ✅ Fear of change can keep people stuck in familiar patterns. ✅ Health transformation involves both mindset and physical habits. ✅ Sustainable change requires more than temporary motivation. ✅ Support and guidance can strengthen the transformation process. ✅ Our beliefs influence what we expect from ourselves and our lives. ✅ Personal transformation is unique to each individual. ✅ You can intentionally work toward becoming the person you want to be. LINA VINER'S GUEST LINKS & RESOURCES 🌐 Website – https://linaviner.com/ 📸 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/linaviner/ 💼 LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/linaviner/ 📚 RESOURCES MENTIONED - https://linaviner.com/ (Visit Lina's website to learn more about her work, The Rewire Method, and her approach to mindset, health, wellness, and personal transformation.) EXPLORE MORE WITH MICHAEL REARDEN 🌐 Website – https://revenconcepts.com/ 🎙 Podcast – https://coachinginsession.buzzsprout.com/ 📸 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/revenconcepts/ WORK WITH MICHAEL REARDEN - https://www.revenconcepts.com/ If this conversation gave you a new perspective on mindset, identity, or personal transformation, subscribe to Coaching In Session and download EP.807 to revisit the insights and continue your growth journey. Send us a Message Support the show Website: www.Revenconcepts.com Email: [email protected] Youtube: @Revenconcepts If you’re getting value from the podcast, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who could benefit from it. Your support helps us reach more people who need to hear these conversations.

Healing from trauma isn't a straight line and toxic relationships, negative self-talk, and old relationship patterns can make the journey even harder. In this episode of Coaching In Session, Michael Rearden sits down with therapist, author, and coach Shannon Petrovich to explore what genuine healing can look like after trauma and unhealthy relationships. They discuss why healing takes active engagement, how childhood relationships can influence us later in life, and why recognizing toxic patterns is an important step toward change. Shannon also explains the relationship we have with our own inner voice, the impact of negative self-talk, the importance of self-compassion, and why healthy relationships require self-awareness, boundaries, and personal responsibility. If you're working through trauma, navigating a toxic relationship, or trying to build healthier patterns, this conversation offers practical perspective on awareness, healing, and reconnecting with yourself. What You’ll Learn in This Episode  Why healing from trauma is not a linear process  How toxic relationships can affect us long after they end  The connection between childhood relationships and adult patterns  Why self-care requires more than temporary comfort  How negative self-talk can influence personal growth  The importance of recognizing relationship red flags  Why boundaries matter in unhealthy relationships  The role of self-contentment in healthy relationships  How awareness can create opportunities for change  Why self-compassion is essential to the healing journey  Key Takeaways ✅ Healing cannot be placed on a specific timeline. ✅ Understanding trauma can help us recognize patterns in the present. ✅ Self-care involves actively rebuilding yourself, not simply pampering yourself. ✅ Toxic relationships can create lasting emotional patterns. ✅ Negative self-talk can reinforce unhealthy behaviors and beliefs. ✅ Awareness is the first step toward changing destructive habits. ✅ Recognizing red flags can help people make healthier relationship choices. ✅ Boundaries are essential when dealing with toxic relationship patterns. ✅ Self-contentment can strengthen healthier relationships. ✅ Compassion toward yourself is an important part of personal growth. SHANNON PETROVICH'S GUEST LINKS & RESOURCES 🌐 Website – https://www.therapisttalks.com/ 🐦 X – https://twitter.com/ShannonPetrovi4 ▶️ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/TherapistTalks 📸 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/therapisttalks/ 💼 LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-petrovich-lcsw-lisac-bcd-658a317b/ 📚 Shannon Petrovich (Therapist Talks) - https://www.therapisttalks.com/ (Visit Shannon's website for additional support, information about her coaching/masterclass on healing from narcissistic and other toxic relationships, her book, blog, videos, and newsletter.) 📖 Out of the FOG Into the CLEAR Shannon's book, Out of the FOG Into the CLEAR: Journaling to Help You Heal from Toxic Relationships, provides a journaling-based resource related to healing from toxic relationship patterns. EXPLORE MORE WITH MICHAEL REARDEN 🌐 Website – https://revenconcepts.com/ 🎙 Podcast – https://coachinginsession.buzzsprout.com/ 📸 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/revenconcepts/ WORK WITH MICHAEL REARDEN - https://www.revenconcepts.com/ If this conversation gave you a new perspective on healing, relationships, or your own patterns, subscribe to Coaching In Session and download the episode to revisit the insights that resonate with you. New episodes help you strengthen your mindset and create meaningful personal growth.  Send us a Message Support the show Website: www.Revenconcepts.com Email: [email protected] Youtube: @Revenconcepts If you’re getting value from the podcast, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who could benefit from it. Your support helps us reach more people who need to hear these conversations.

Self-confrontation is one of the hardest parts of personal growth because real transformation requires us to look at the parts of ourselves we would rather avoid. In this episode of Coaching In Session, Michael Rearden explores self-awareness, accountability, fear, recurring patterns, and what it takes to stop avoiding yourself and start creating meaningful change. Growth requires more than knowing what needs to change. You have to be willing to reflect on your experiences, recognize patterns, confront insecurities, practice new standards, and take action even when the process feels uncomfortable. Michael also discusses mentorship, continuous learning, consistency, and thinking about the person you are becoming. What You'll Learn in This Episode – Why self-confrontation is essential for personal growth – How avoiding yourself can make life harder – How reflection can help you understand your journey – How to identify recurring patterns that keep you stuck – Why accountability is necessary for lasting change – How to confront fears and insecurities – Why new standards have to be practiced, not just understood – How mentorship can support personal transformation – Why consistency matters when changing your life – How to embrace discomfort as part of your growth journey Key Takeaways ✅ You cannot transform what you refuse to confront. ✅ Self-awareness begins with being honest about your patterns. ✅ Reflection can reveal lessons that are easy to miss while moving through life. ✅ Accountability gives you the power to change what is within your control. ✅ Transformation requires action, not just awareness. ✅ Your fears and insecurities can become opportunities for growth when you confront them. ✅ New standards must be practiced consistently before they become part of who you are. ✅ Mentorship can help you see what you may not be able to see on your own. ✅ Growth may be uncomfortable, but avoiding growth has its own cost. ✅ Your future self is shaped by the decisions you make today. Read the Full Blog - www.Revenconcepts.com/confronting-the-parts-of-yourself-you-avoid/ Explore More With Michael Rearden 🌐 Website – https://revenconcepts.com/ 🎙 Podcast – https://coachinginsession.buzzsprout.com/ 📸 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/revenconcepts/ Work with Michael Rearden - https://www.revenconcepts.com/ If you're ready to keep growing, follow Coaching In Session and listen to or download this episode so you can come back to these lessons whenever you need them.  Send us a Message Support the show Website: www.Revenconcepts.com Email: [email protected] Youtube: @Revenconcepts If you’re getting value from the podcast, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who could benefit from it. Your support helps us reach more people who need to hear these conversations.