What if chasing big goals is secretly killing your momentum? In this wildly honest and hilarious episode, Christina and Joe unpack why aiming at the endgame can leave you totally paralyzed — and how micro-goals are actually the move. We’re talking dopamine hits from progress, spiritual downloads from your higher self, and yes… chickens that used to be dinosaurs (science says so 🐓🦖). From dragon delusions and EMF-sensing coworkers to corporate burnout, manifestation hacks, and that sweet, sweet feeling of skipping stones (trust us, it’ll make sense), this episode is a rollercoaster of mindset shifts, myth-busting, and major clarity. If you’ve ever felt stuck or like your goals are taunting you from the future — this one’s a must-listen.

Topics Covered:

• Why your big goal might be sabotaging your progress

• Christina’s fairy fantasy and Joe’s dragon college phase (yes, really)

• EMF sensitivity and hidden communes 👀

• How to make goal-setting feel good again

• Daily micro-habits that actually build success

• Why your higher self might be trolling you (with love)

• Spiritual frameworks for fun, freedom, and flow

• Progress vs. perfection and why you’re not broken

Recommendations:

📚 Atomic Habits by James Clear

🎙️ Tony Robbins quote: “Progress = Happiness”

📺 Better Call Saul (for EMF storyline)

📚 Crushing It by Gary Vee

🎥 Jurassic Park — Velociraptor knees and all

🎤 @ModernAlchemyPodcast

💎 Joe → @joethecreator

💕 Christina → @ChristinaNikols

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Chapters:

00:00 The Importance of Process Over End Goals

02:08 Mythical Creatures and Their Cultural Significance

04:53 The Science of Animals and Their Behaviors

07:15 Electromagnetic Frequencies and Human Sensitivity

10:17 Building a Business: Focus on the Journey

12:18 Navigating Personal Relationships and Professional Goals

14:09 The Importance of Focusing on Incremental Progress

17:09 The Role of Daily Habits in Achieving Goals

19:59 Understanding the Paradox of Big Goals

24:04 The Impact of Mindset on Work and Success

27:57 The Puzzle of Life: Creating Our Own Paths

31:07 The Science of Progress and Momentum

35:33 The Connection Between Progress and Happiness

36:51 Understanding Productivity Through Daily Tracking

38:22 Embracing the Process Over the Outcome

39:42 The Importance of Action Over Words

41:55 Establishing Daily Habits for Long-Term Success

47:11 The Flaws of New Year's Resolutions

48:32 The Right Time for Change and Resolutions

53:13 MA 20 Second Tape Outtro (w Sound).mp4