Episodes

  • 196. Unblending: How to See Your Inner Critic Clearly

    196. Unblending: How to See Your Inner Critic Clearly
    Nov 5 2025
    Do you ever find yourself overwhelmed by an inner critic that constantly tells you you're not good enough, that you should be doing more, or that you'll never get it right? This inner narrative can be so persistent and familiar that it feels like it's just a part of who you are. But what if you could separate yourself from these critical thoughts and see them for what they really are: just thoughts?

    In today's episode, I'm teaching you the powerful concept of unblending. Unblending is the process of separating yourself from negative, critical thoughts or emotional states so that you can observe them objectively, rather than being swept up by them. We'll explore a simple exercise that helps you shift from being fully immersed in your inner critic to observing it with distance and clarity.

    Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://habitsonpurpose.com/196

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    21 mins
  • 195. Inner Work Is the Foundation for Outer Change

    195. Inner Work Is the Foundation for Outer Change
    Oct 29 2025

    Why does inner work matter when so much of life's struggle seems to happen outside of you? It's easy to think the real problems are external—your workload, relationships, or circumstances—but neglecting your inner world limits your ability to handle those outer challenges effectively.

    In this episode, I explore how doing inner work builds the foundation for meaningful external change. You'll learn three reasons why self-understanding, awareness, and emotional honesty are not indulgent but essential for agency and resilience. You'll see how focusing inward helps you respond with clarity instead of reactivity, and why cultivating inner awareness allows you to meet life's demands from a grounded, intentional place.

    Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://habitsonpurpose.com/195

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    18 mins
  • 194. Why Grand Plans Fail and a Better Way to Reach Your Goals

    194. Why Grand Plans Fail and a Better Way to Reach Your Goals
    Oct 22 2025

    Have you ever made a detailed plan to change everything at once, only to find yourself back where you started weeks later? Grand plans often look inspiring, but they rarely hold up in daily life. They demand more than what's realistic for the season you're in and leave no room for flexibility when life gets in the way.

    In this episode, I explore three key reasons why ambitious plans often fail and why starting small is the true key to sustainable change. You'll learn how perfectionism, impatience, and the belief that small steps mean weakness keep you in cycles of all-or-nothing effort. I'll share a simple, practical approach to goal-setting that helps you stay consistent and build trust with yourself over time.

    Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://habitsonpurpose.com/194

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    16 mins
  • 193. Values Blindness: Align Your Actions with What Matters Most

    193. Values Blindness: Align Your Actions with What Matters Most
    Oct 15 2025
    Ever reach the end of the day and wonder where the hours went, only to realize you still haven't done what you set out to do? Maybe you got lost in emails, organizing, or helping others while your own priorities slipped away. This disconnect isn't about poor time management; it's a sign of two related challenges: time blindness and values blindness.

    Time blindness, common in people with ADHD but experienced by many, happens when your brain loses track of the passage of time. In this episode, I break down how both time and values blindness shape your attention, energy, and sense of alignment. You'll learn practical strategies to regain control using tools from executive functioning, including external reminders, task chunking, and reflection exercises. By noticing where your time and values are going, you can create a life that feels steady, aligned, and purposeful.

    Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://habitsonpurpose.com/193

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    14 mins
  • 192. Where Authenticity Begins: Inside You

    192. Where Authenticity Begins: Inside You
    Oct 8 2025
    Do you sometimes feel like the person you show up as each day isn't the real you? Between work, family, and the constant pull of daily responsibilities, it's easy to drift into autopilot and lose touch with your inner self. In this episode, we explore how to come back home to yourself and cultivate a sense of internal belonging that grounds your thoughts, feelings, and actions in what truly matters.

    Authenticity isn't just about being genuine with others. Through practical prompts and reflective practices, you'll learn to pay attention to your thoughts, feelings, impulses, and beliefs in a way that builds self-awareness. You'll discover how to notice when you're out of alignment, face uncomfortable truths with honesty, and make internal authenticity a daily practice rather than a vague concept.

    Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://habitsonpurpose.com/192

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    17 mins
  • 191. Stress Reset: How to Find Calm and Perspective in Overwhelm

    191. Stress Reset: How to Find Calm and Perspective in Overwhelm
    Oct 1 2025
    Ever feel like everything is spiraling out of control? Maybe you're running late, snapping at others, or watching a small setback feel like a catastrophe. These intense moments don't just come from what's happening on the surface; they're amplified by short-term stress that hijacks your perspective and makes you lose sight of what actually matters.

    In this episode, I share a simple technique built around the phrase "at the end of the day" to help you pause and recalibrate when life feels overwhelming. You'll learn how to interrupt the stress spiral, notice when you're caught up in tension, and ask targeted questions that allow you to make decisions from a place of clarity rather than crisis.

    Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://habitsonpurpose.com/191
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    14 mins
  • 190. Why Deliberate Habits Are Key to Living an Intentional Life

    190. Why Deliberate Habits Are Key to Living an Intentional Life
    Sep 24 2025

    Are your habits shaping the life you truly want, or are they running the show? Habits influence how you think, feel, and show up every single day. The way you respond to challenges, interact with others, and navigate your own mind is all shaped by the patterns you repeat, often without even realizing it.

    In this episode, I explore why habits are so vitally important and why, if you want to live intentionally, you must be deliberate with your habits. Think about your life 10 years from now. Will you be living with the same habits you have today, or with habits that serve you, support your goals, and leave you feeling like you're in the driver's seat? You'll learn how to start cultivating habits you love, how to unravel patterns that no longer serve you, and why the choices you make right now can dramatically shape the next decade of your life.

    Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://habitsonpurpose.com/190
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    16 mins
  • 189. Finding Clarity: Two Techniques for Tackling Persistent Problems

    189. Finding Clarity: Two Techniques for Tackling Persistent Problems
    Sep 17 2025
    When a problem keeps showing up in your life like an unwelcome visitor, how do you respond? Maybe the same struggles keep resurfacing despite your best efforts—leaving work at the office, carving out time for what matters, or breaking free from patterns that no longer serve you. It can feel like these challenges are unsolvable, draining your energy, and stealing your peace of mind.

    These problems aren't unsolvable; the challenge is often in how we approach them. We resist looking at what's painful and dismiss our deepest desires as unrealistic or selfish. In this episode, I share two techniques that flip this pattern. You'll learn how to create containers for difficult emotions, honor your desires without getting lost in logistics, and design small, doable experiments that move you forward when you feel stuck.

    Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://habitsonpurpose.com/189
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    25 mins