Are you ready to make the upcoming year your best one yet?

As the year comes to a close, it’s the perfect time to reflect, set new goals, and prepare for a fresh start. But what’s the key to creating the future you desire? Your mindset. It’s the lens through which you perceive the world, and it shapes your thoughts, behaviors, and outcomes.

Whether you’re aiming to overcome challenges, enhance your professional life, or simply find more peace in your everyday experiences, transforming your mindset can open the door to new possibilities.

In this episode of the Personal Mastery and Growth podcast, we explore five powerful mindset shifts that will help you create meaningful change in the new year. These shifts aren’t just inspiring ideas—they’re actionable strategies you can start using today.

In this episode, you’ll:

✔️ Learn how celebrating your wins and learning from your losses builds resilience and self-awareness.

✔️ Discover why becoming comfortable with discomfort is essential for personal growth and unlocking your potential.

✔️ Understand how to make friends with fear and use it as a tool for self-discovery and empowerment.

✔️ See the power of prioritizing the process over the outcome to achieve sustainable success.

✔️ Explore the benefits of focusing on being rather than doing to cultivate presence and balance in your life.

By the end of this episode, you’ll be equipped with the tools and insights needed to embrace these transformative shifts and step into the new year with clarity, confidence, and purpose.

Remember, it’s not just about setting goals; it’s about becoming the person who can achieve them. Start your mindset journey today and make the new year truly transformative.

Ready to grow? Press play and begin your journey to a brighter, bolder future!

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HIGHLIGHTS

03:13 The importance of celebrating your wins

04:13 Why you need to learn from your setbacks

05:19 Five strategies to help you celebrate your wins and learn from your loses

07:06 Why you need to become comfortable being uncomfortable

08:44 Five strategies to embrace being uncomfortable

11:01 Making friends with fear

13:20 Five strategies to make fear your friend and not your enemy

16:00 Why you should focus on the process instead of the outcome

19:03 Five strategies to cultivate a process-oriented approach

22:26 The benefits of focusing on being instead of doing

24:13 Five strategies to cultivate a being mindset

When was the last time you used your birthday as more than just a reason to eat cake and blow out candles? What if you could turn that special day into a powerful tool for reflection, growth, and setting your life’s course for the year ahead?

Well, that’s exactly what I’ve been doing for the past few years.

In this episode of the Personal Mastery and Growth podcast, I share a transformative birthday ritual that has helped me reset, realign, and create a vision for the future. Instead of treating my birthday as just another day on the calendar, I use it as a chance to reflect on the past, set intentions for the future, and even give myself some meaningful gifts (don’t worry—they’re not material things).

Whether you’re looking to grow personally or professionally, this birthday ritual can serve as a way to realign with your values, reset your goals, and take charge of your own growth.

In this episode, you’ll:

✔️ Learn how to turn reflection into a powerful tool for personal growth.

✔️ Discover the importance of journaling in clarifying your thoughts and goals.

✔️ Explore how giving yourself gifts like forgiveness and self-compassion can unlock new possibilities.

✔️ Create a vision for the next year of your life and align it with your long-term goals.

✔️ Understand how this ritual can be a yearly reset to ensure you’re on the right path.

By the end of this episode, you’ll have a practical, simple birthday ritual that will help you reset and realign every year, ensuring your growth and development stay on track. You’ll be empowered to approach your birthdays—and your life—with more clarity, intention, and purpose.

So, are you ready to give yourself the ultimate birthday gift? Tune in now and start your own journey of reflection and realignment!

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HIGHLIGHTS

02:12 How I started my birthday ritual

03:51 The role of journaling in the reflection process

05:49 Give yourself the gifts that you need

08:53 My personal birthday journal entry

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Are you a leader? Believe it or not, the answer is “Aye, Matey!”

Whether you're the CEO of a Fortune 500 company, a teacher inspiring young minds, a parent nurturing your children, a teammate pushing your peers to new heights, or simply someone who leads by example in your everyday life, we all are leaders to some degree, whether we like it or not.

But just like in everything, there are good leaders, there are bad leaders, and there are GREAT leaders.

So, are you ready to elevate your leadership skills and guide your team to new heights?

Join me in this episode of the Personal Mastery and Growth podcast, where we dive deep into the Seven C’s of Leadership—Clarity, Communication, Consistency, Commitment, Compassion, Congruence, and Courage. These essential qualities are the cornerstones of effective leadership, helping you to inspire, motivate, and lead your team with integrity and purpose.

In this episode, you’ll:

✔️ Discover how Clarity acts as your leadership compass, providing direction and purpose.

✔️ Learn the importance of Communication in bridging your vision with your team's actions.

✔️ Understand how Consistency builds trust and reliability within your team.

✔️ Explore how Commitment drives you and your team forward, even in challenging times.

✔️ See how Compassion fosters a positive work environment and strengthens team cohesion.

✔️ Recognize the importance of Congruence in aligning your values with your actions and the mission of your organization.

✔️ Embrace Courage as the foundation of leadership, empowering you to take risks, admit mistakes, and lead with authenticity.

By the end of this episode, you’ll have a comprehensive understanding of these seven leadership principles and practical strategies to apply them in your daily leadership practices. You’ll be equipped to lead with confidence, integrity, and purpose.

Get ready to set sail on a leadership journey that will transform not only your leadership style but also the way you inspire and empower others.

Tune in now and take the helm with the Seven C’s of Leadership!

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Highlights

03:52 The importance of clarity

07:36 The role of communication

10:25 Practical ways to enhance communication skills

11:22 Why you need consistency

14:39 Four key practices for consistency in leadership

15:57 Why commitment is the cornerstone of leadership

18:48 Five key practices to cultivate and sustain commitment

20:22 The overlooked skill of compassionate leadership

23:44 Six keys practices to become a more compassionate leader

25:22 Why commitment is the glue that holds your team together

29:04 Five practical steps to become a more congruent leader

30:42 Why leaders need to be courageous

34:23 Five ways to become a more courageous leader

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Looking for new and practical ways to include mindfulness in your leadership journey? Check out my book, "Mindfulness Secrets: 90 Ways in 90 Days": https://josejohnson.com/mindfulness-secrets/

Are you ready to unlock the secrets of perspective and see how it can transform your understanding of the world?

Join me for this episode of the Personal Mastery and Growth podcast, where we delve into the power of perspective, exploring its significance, the impact of cognitive biases, and practical tools to shift your mindset. Discover how expanding your perspective can lead to greater understanding, empathy, and personal growth.

In this episode, you’ll:

✔️ Learn the profound lesson from the ancient Hindu story, "The Blind Men and The Elephant," about the nature of perspective.

✔️ Understand how our perspectives are shaped by our unique backgrounds, experiences, and cultural contexts.

✔️ Discover the importance of seeking diverse viewpoints to broaden your understanding and enhance problem-solving.

✔️ Explore common cognitive biases like confirmation bias, affinity bias, and the availability heuristic, and how they influence our decisions.

✔️ Gain practical strategies to overcome cognitive biases, such as seeking diverse perspectives, practicing mindfulness, and slowing down decision-making.

✔️ Reflect on insightful questions to challenge your current viewpoint and open up new ways of thinking.

By the end of this episode, you’ll have a deeper understanding of how perspective shapes your reality and practical strategies to expand your viewpoint and overcome cognitive biases. You'll learn how to cultivate a more balanced and insightful approach to life.

Get ready to embark on a journey that will change the way you think about perspective. Tune in now and start your path to a more empowered, empathetic, and understanding life in 2024 and beyond!

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Highlights

01:39 The Blindmen and the Elephant

03:43 Why diversity is more than a buzzword

05:19 The role of diversity in problem-solving

06:27 The four key reasons why perspective matters

08:58 The seven cognitive biases that may be distorting your perspective

13:23 Six tips to short-circuit cognitive bias

15:55 The ten questions you should ask yourself to shift your perspective

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Want to learn more about the science of cognitive bias? Check out “Predictably Irrational” by Don Ariely: https://a.co/d/efvqVcR

Need more mindfulness in your life? Check out my book “Mindfulness Secrets: 90 Ways in 90 Days”: https://josejohnson.com/mindfulness-secrets/

Are you ready to unlock the secrets of karma and manifestation and see how they can transform your life?

Then, join me for this episode of the Personal Mastery and Growth podcast, where we demystify these powerful concepts and explore their scientific foundations and practical applications. Discover how karma and manifestation are interconnected and how you can harness their power to create the life you desire.

In this episode, you’ll:

✔️ Understand the true nature of karma as a neutral force and how it teaches life lessons.

✔️ Learn how to use manifestation to actively shape your future by aligning thoughts, beliefs, and actions.

✔️ Discover the science behind manifestation, including insights from Dr. Tara Swart on selective attention and value tagging.

✔️ Explore practical tools like creating an action board and practicing mindfulness to enhance your manifestation efforts.

✔️ Gain practical steps to effectively manifest your desires, including visualization, affirmations, and taking aligned actions.

✔️ Reflect on how both positive and negative manifestations can occur and how to avoid self-sabotage.

By the end of this episode, you’ll have a deeper understanding of how karma and manifestation work together and how you can use them to improve your life. You'll learn practical strategies to align your thoughts and actions with your goals and create positive outcomes.

Get ready to embark on a journey that will change the way you think about karma and manifestation. Tune in now and start your path to a more empowered, intentional, and successful life in 2024 and beyond!

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HIGHLIGHTS

02:30 What is karma

03:57 The Universe is NOT out to get you

04:52 How do you change your karma?

05:50 The Yin-Yang relationship of karma and manifestation

06:40 The neuroscience of manifestation

08:44 The 5 key steps to manifesting

13:30 Are you manifesting or manif*cking?

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Learn more about the science of manifesting in “The Source” by Dr. Tara Swart: https://a.co/d/4aksWX7

Are you looking for new and practical ways to up your mindfulness game? Check out my book “Mindfulness Secrets: 90 Ways in 90 Days”: https://josejohnson.com/mindfulness-secrets/

Are you ready to transform your relationship with failure and unlock your potential for mastery?

Then, join me for this episode of the Personal Mastery and Growth podcast, where we delve into the powerful role of failure in achieving success and mastery. We’ll explore how to reframe failure, learn from it, and use it as a stepping stone on your journey to greatness.

In this episode, you’ll:

✔️ Learn why failure is a necessary part of the process of mastery.

✔️ Discover how to identify and bridge the Knowledge Gap and Skills Gap.

✔️ Understand the importance of timing in your personal growth journey.

✔️ Explore the critical role of Mindset, focusing on the benefits of a growth mindset.

✔️ Gain insights into effective Decision-Making and how to use a decision matrix.

By the end of this episode, you’ll have practical strategies and insights to transform your approach to failure, making it a powerful ally in your quest for mastery. You'll learn how to view failures as opportunities for learning and growth and how to maintain enthusiasm and resilience through every setback.

Get ready to embark on a journey that will change the way you think about failure. Tune in now and start your path to a more empowered, resilient, and successful life in 2024 and beyond!

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Highlights

01:30 Why failure is a necessity, not an option

03:25 The Knowledge Gap - The first reason we fail and how to bridge the gap

06:36 The Skills Gap - The second reason we fail

08:41 The difference between repetitive and deliberate practice

11:11 Why timing is important

15:16 The impact of mindset in embracing failure

18:23 Mastering the art of decision-making

21:11 How to use a decision matrix

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Do you need more mindfulness in your life? Check out my book “Mindfulness Secrets: 90 Ways in 90 Days”: https://josejohnson.com/mindfulness-secrets/

How would you like to learn the most powerful tool in my coaching toolbox? That’s what this episode of the Personal Mastery & Growth podcast is all about!

Today, we are going to take an in-depth look into the transformative "Yi, Qi, Li" framework. This framework is not just a set of principles but a way of life that drives significant personal and professional growth through the synergy of Intention, Resources, and Action.

Here's what we'll explore today:

The Essence of Yi, Qi, and Li:

🧠Yi (Intention): It's the compass that directs our efforts, aligning every action with our deepest values and goals. Intention is about having a clear understanding of what we want and why we want it, which powers our drive and commitment.

⚡Qi (Resources): This segment focuses on the effective management of our time, energy, money, skills, and relationships. Properly harnessing these resources is crucial for overcoming obstacles and maximizing our potential.

💪Li (Action): Here, we discuss how our strategies and resources manifest in tangible outcomes. It's about turning abstract plans into concrete achievements through disciplined execution and adaptability.

Transforming Principles into Practice:

🤝Integration of Yi, Qi, and Li: We'll discuss how to seamlessly integrate these elements to enhance your life's quality and fulfillment. This integration involves not just planning or dreaming but actively living out your aspirations through a dynamic cycle of growth and accomplishment.

🏆Philosophy for Success: Understand how Yi, Qi, and Li can shape a purposeful, resourceful, and action-oriented existence that continuously propels you toward success and fulfillment.

So, if you are ready to make a breakthrough in your work, relationships, or health or just want to get more out of life, this episode is for you!

Remember to subscribe for more insights and share this episode to spread the wisdom of Yi, Qi, and Li.

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Highlights

03:08 The role of intention

04:10 The difference between intentions and dreams

04:56 Why you need to understand your Big Why

05:47 8 practical steps to build better intention

08:41 Redefining Qi as resources

09:43 8 ways to maximize your resources

13:22 8 practical steps to make the most of your actions

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Looking for new ways to incorporate mindfulness into your life? Check out my book, “Mindfulness Secrets: 90 Ways In 90 Days”: https://josejohnson.com/mindfulness-secrets/

Join us on this enlightening episode of The Personal Mastery and Growth Podcast as we explore the transformative power of self-compassion and mindfulness with special guest Jess Okanya Patel.

Together, we unpack the balance between self-awareness, self-care, and personal growth in fostering a well-rounded life.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• The importance of learning from diverse voices while maintaining a small circle of consistent mentors.
• Jess Patel's vision for embracing self-compassion and turning towards discomfort with kindness and acceptance.
• How to balance fear, anxiety, and altruism with mindful practices.
• Reframing fear and anxiety as excitement and utilizing it as a positive force.
• Practical self-compassion techniques, including simple gestures that engage the parasympathetic nervous system, and the relevance of loving-kindness meditation.
• The societal implications of self-criticism versus the benefits of self-compassion in reducing stress and enhancing motivation.
• Jess’s personal insights on adaptability in mindfulness practices.

Listen in to discover how practicing self-compassion can lead to increased self-awareness and self-actualization. Share this episode with someone who could benefit from these valuable self-compassion techniques, and come along with us on the path to personal growth and mastery!

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Highlights:

04:36 What exactly is self-compassion?

08:54 Building compassion as a habitual response.

09:57 Offering gentleness and encouragement in difficult moments.

13:43 Why self-care and self-improvement are essential.

16:19 How self-compassion reduces stress, and benefits long-term health.

21:39 Balancing self-compassion with drive

26:25 The holistic nature of self-care

33:36 Individual practice with universal principles.

37:14 Learn from everyone but rely on a few voices.

39:52 Embracing all parts of ourselves with kindness.

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To learn more about Jess, visit her at https://www.jessokanyapatel.com/

Ready to unlock the secrets to a sustainable mindfulness practice? Check out Jose’s book “Mindfulness Secrets: 90 Ways In 90 Days.” https://josejohnson.com/mindfulness-secrets/