Harnessing Mindset for Unbound Confidence

In this episode of Confidence Unbound, host Laura Anderson explores the powerful impact of mindsets on your life. Learn the differences between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset, and discover practical techniques to overcome limiting beliefs. Laura provides actionable daily practices to help cultivate a growth mindset, turning challenges into opportunities and setbacks into stepping stones on your path to success. Join us for an inspiring discussion that will help you unlock your true potential.

00:00 Introduction to Confidence Unbound

02:08 Understanding Mindsets: Fixed vs. Growth

03:21 The Problem with a Fixed Mindset

04:48 Techniques to Overcome Limiting Beliefs

07:28 Actions to Cultivate a Growth Mindset

09:14 Final Thoughts and Conclusion

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In this episode, we explore why outward success does not always equate to inner happiness and discuss having a lack of fulfillment despite achieving societal standards of success. Learn why this disconnect happens and how to redefine what success truly means to you. We provide practical steps to rediscover your core values, align your goals with these values, and cultivate a sense of purpose. Tune in to gain insights on creating a meaningful and fulfilling life.

01:10 Unfulfilled Success

02:09 The Myth of Having It All

04:44 Signs You're Unfulfilled

08:11 Understanding the Disconnect

10:50 Redefining Success on Your Own Terms

12:25 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Breaking the Cycle: Overcoming the Fear of Change

In this episode, Laura shares a heartfelt personal journey of overcoming fear and breaking a decade-long cycle of unhappiness and teaching burnout to pursue her dream of becoming a confidence coach. She introduces the six stages of the change cycle: discontent, breaking point, decision, fear, amnesia, and backtracking, and explains how she navigated through them. The episode concludes with practical advice on overcoming the fear of change and encourages listeners to take decisive action towards their goals.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

01:08 Personal Journey and Overcoming Fears

02:00 The Move and Career Shift

04:06 The Change Cycle Explained

07:26 Breaking the Cycle and Moving Forward

10:00 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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In this episode, we delve into the pervasive busy-ness cycle that many people face, discussing its roots in culture and modern technology. Laura shares a personal realization about the importance of protecting one's time, and highlights key causes of over-scheduling such as fear of missing out and cultural expectations. It also explores the adverse effects of a packed schedule including burnout, decreased productivity, and health issues. Strategies to break this cycle include setting boundaries, prioritizing self-care, and aligning schedules with personal values. Tune in to learn how to reclaim your time and lead a more balanced, fulfilling life.

00:00 Introduction and Personal Realization

01:24 The Busy-ness Cycle: A Cultural Phenomenon

04:40 The Consequences of Over-Scheduling

05:19 Teaching the Next Generation

06:58 Strategies to Combat Busy-ness

09:17 Prioritizing Self-Care and Values

12:12 Final Thoughts and Call to Action

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In this episode, we explore the journey to becoming your 2.0 self and address the question, 'Is it safe to become your 2.0 self?' We dive into the challenges and roadblocks that may arise, such as resistance from others, life events, and personal obstacles. Learn strategies for overcoming these hurdles and making lasting changes for personal development and growth. Join us as we map out the path to your best self and provide actionable insights to ease your journey.

Introduction and Podcast Mention

01:10 The Journey to Your 2.0 Self

02:02 Is It Safe to Become Your 2.0 Self?

03:40 Roadblock 1: People Who Set You Back

05:57 Roadblock 2: Life's Storms

08:07 Roadblock 3: Your Own Limitations

10:04 Steps to Achieve Your 2.0 Self

12:42 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Links Referenced in the Episode

Open That Door with Hollis Welsh

My interview with Hollis

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Breaking the Cycle of Fear: A Six-Step Strategy

In this episode, we dive into the cycle of fear that holds us back and learn how to break free. We explore how fear manifests from personal experiences and societal expectations, which leads to paralysis, negative self-talk, limiting beliefs, and feelings of inadequacy. To overcome these, we present a six-step strategy: identify your fear, get curious about it, challenge it, make fear your friend, reflect on past experiences, and take action despite the fear. Tune in to learn practical steps to help you move closer to achieving your dreams.

1:16 Introduction to the Cycle of Fear

2:12 Understanding Fear and Its Origins

02:53 Where Do These Fears Come From?

3:38 Common Fears Shaped by Society and Experience

4:30 The Price We Pay for Our Fears

7:57 Six Steps to Overcome Fear

11:53 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Rewriting Your Stories for Personal Empowerment

In this episode, we explore the numerous benefits of rewriting your personal stories. By changing the narrative, you can silence negative self-talk and foster empowering self-talk, gain unwavering confidence, live authentically without fear of judgment, and halt the cycle of self-sabotage. Join us to learn how these changes can lead to a more empowered and fulfilling life.

0:00 Introduction to Rewriting Your Stories

2:33 Common Stories We Tell Ourselves

3:25 Ways Limiting Beliefs Harm Us

5:01 My Personal Example

5:57 The Bad and the Good

6:24 Step 1 - Identify Your Negative Story

7:43 Step 2 - Are Your Stories True?

9:06 Step 3 - Rewriting Your Story

00:08 Gaining Unshakable Confidence

10:13 Recap

10:48 Live Authentically With Unshakeable Confidence

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In this episode, Laura gives insight on the disconnect between the life you're living now and the life you want to live.