The Owaken Podcast

Break Unhealthy Habits & Master the Stages of Change

The Owaken Podcast

Show Notes

In this episode of the Owaken Podcast, you’ll learn how to break unhealthy habits and create a more empowering relationship with the stages of change that apply to all areas of transformation.

We explore how our relationship to discomfort and adversity determines how we relate to change and our level of dependence on coping mechanisms to self-regulateYou’ll discover how tools like journaling and breathwork can help you make more aligned choices and rapidly breakthrough blocks in your life.

The conversation provides insights into the root causes of unhealthy habits and coping mechanisms and will help you to understand why human beings struggle to make changes and what to do instead to make change more manageable, enjoyable and sustainable.

00:00 Introduction to Creating Change

01:20 Setting Intentions and Finding Inspiration

02:05 Understanding Universal Struggles

02:48 Navigating Social Media Comparisons

03:46 Embracing Adversity and Challenges

05:06 Acknowledging and Processing Emotions

06:49 The Importance of Self-Reflection

08:20 Transforming Negative Emotions

19:59 Stages of Change: An Overview

34:26 Dare to Be Extraordinary

35:26 Navigating Relationship Dynamics

40:58 Keeping Promises to Yourself

50:32 Recognizing and Managing Stress Responses

53:48 The Power of Breathwork

01:02:28 Self-Abandonment and Setting Boundaries

01:05:25 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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