822 | What it Takes to Be A Sober Gangster with Kate Vitela
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Release Date: 02/27/2025
845 | How Big Do You Allow Yourself to Dream?
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In this episode, I dive into how big you allow yourself to dream. Where do you see yourself in two to three years? Will you live your dream, or will you still be in the planning, thinking, or avoiding phases? Throughout the episode, I emphasize the role of our subconscious mind in shaping our beliefs and goals. Many people settle for comfortable and familiar aspirations, but I urge you to break free from that mindset. By examining your past achievements and recognizing how far you've come, you can begin to dream beyond what you think is possible. HIGHLIGHTS 00:01:00 - The Importance of...
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844 | The Hairdryer Cord - Strengthening Your Mindset for Success
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In this episode, I share some stats about the sheer volume of daily thoughts—between 60,000 and 80,000, with a staggering 80-90% being repetitive and predominantly negative. This repetition can create thick neural pathways in our brains, reinforcing doubts, fears and limiting beliefs. I use a vivid analogy comparing our thoughts to a hairdryer cord, illustrating how negative thoughts can become strong and durable while positive thoughts often remain fragile and underdeveloped. Throughout the episode, I encourage listeners to recognize the power of their language and internal dialogue. I...
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843 | The Subconscious Block is Never What You Think It Is with Cora-Lynn Hazelwood
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Today I am speaking with Cora-Lynn Hazelwood. Cora-Lynn is a messaging mastermind, business mentor, and the co-founder of Scaling by Design, where she helps Always Enrolling Entrepreneurs turn their offers into movements that sell themselves. With over 2,500 students and a million-dollar brand built off of content that actually converts, Cora-Lynn’s mission is simple: Help you master the art of enrolling hundreds in your offers so you're always open for revenue, always impacting and always fully living your freaking life. Connect with Cora-Lynn Website: Instagram: Marsha Vanwynsberghe —...
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842 | Judgment Is a Mirror — And NLP Holds the Key to Compassion
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In this episode, I share the idea that judgment acts as a mirror, reflecting our internal beliefs and feelings. We all have our own internal representation of the world, and each person perceives the world through a unique lens shaped by experiences, values, and emotions. This leads to the realization that trying to change someone else's perspective can be a waste of energy, as they are likely operating from their own internal map of the world. The judgments we fear from others often stem from our self-judgment. Judgment can trigger unresolved beliefs within us, and I emphasize the...
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841 | Why the Heck Don’t You Challenge Your Own Thoughts
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In this episode, I’m sharing the importance of challenging our thoughts and the profound impact they can have on our lives. We are not our thoughts; we are human beings experiencing thoughts. With an astonishing 60,000 to 80,000 thoughts racing through our minds each day—most of which are negative and repetitive—it's crucial to recognize that these thoughts are not facts. They are merely programming we have internalized over the years, often without even realizing it. Throughout the episode, I challenge listeners to confront their inner dialogue. I ask, "Why do we accept our thoughts as...
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840 | The Unsexy Side of Business & Spiritual Growth with Renee Walker
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This episode of the podcast was recorded in front of a live studio audience. Marsha is joined by her friend, Renée Walker. Renee has been a past guest on the podcast, and we knew we wanted to share this live episode with you. Together, Renée and Marsha discuss how true transformation comes not from the highlights but from the uncomfortable, unseen work that nobody posts about online. Marsha shares her own journey of navigating challenges, reprogramming limiting beliefs, and the power of self-leadership. Plus, audience questions bring even more depth to this powerful conversation....
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839 | Why Great Coaches Go Deeper
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In today’s episode, I reflect on recent experiences with clients who have faced toxic coaching situations in the past, emphasizing that coaching should not simply provide answers or only focus on the client’s goals, instead can they help clients uncover the underlying barriers that prevent them from reaching their goals. I share my belief that strategy constitutes only 5% of the equation, while subconscious work—addressing limiting beliefs and emotional blocks—makes up the remaining 95%. Throughout the episode, I stress the significance of getting to the root of why individuals feel...
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838 | 55 Years of Growth, Healing & Expansion
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In this special Friday episode of "Own Your Choices, Own Your Life," I take a moment to reflect on my recent milestone—turning 55 years old. As I celebrate this significant birthday, I want to share the lessons I've learned throughout my journey, particularly the transformative mindset shifts that have shaped my life and business. As I just turned 55, I share how this age feels like a new beginning. I discuss the decades I spent learning to drop my emotional armor, integrate my masculine and feminine energies, and heal old subconscious stories that held me back. This journey has been deeply...
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837 | Healing Through Art: A Path to Sobriety and Self-Discovery with Shayam Korey Steckle
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In this episode, S. Korey Steckle is a father, writer, self-taught, award-winning artist who exhibits his work in abstract painting, collage, and photography worldwide. He was born at an orphanage in the slums of Dhaka, Bangladesh, and within four months, he was adopted and raised in Wilmot Township by his Swiss German and French German parents. He now lives on Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, close to his 16-year-old son Quinlan. He is open and honest regarding his struggles with drugs, alcohol, addiction, adoption, ADHD and cultural issues .. but also his overcoming these challenges and...
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836 | You Can Free Yourself from the Prison of Your Thoughts
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In this episode, I explore a topic that resonates with many: the prison of our thoughts. Reflecting on my experiences, I aim to create a space for authenticity and vulnerability, sharing insights to help listeners navigate their mental landscapes. I begin by acknowledging the overwhelming nature of our thoughts and how they can sometimes feel like a cage, trapping us in limiting beliefs and fears. I encourage listeners to recognize that these thoughts do not define them; they are merely thoughts that can be changed. By understanding that we are not our thoughts, we can break down the mental...
info_outlineIn this episode, I speak with Kate Vitela, a board-certified nurse coach and certified addiction RN with over two decades of nursing experience. Kate has been sober since 2018. She has empowered women in recovery with humour, science, and spiritual growth. Her podcast, "You Been Selected," inspires transformation through real talk and actionable tools for sobriety and personal development.
Throughout our conversation, we explored the misconceptions surrounding addiction, particularly the stigma that often accompanies it. Kate emphasized the importance of understanding addiction as a complex issue rooted in pain and trauma rather than a moral failing. She highlighted the need for compassion and support for those struggling with addiction and how her coaching practice aims to provide a safe space for individuals to explore their relationship with alcohol.
HIGHLIGHTS
00:01:00 - Vulnerability in Sharing Stories
00:04:00 - The Journey of Messy Action
00:06:30 - Starting a Podcast
00:09:00 - Personal Background and Nursing Career
00:12:00 - The Impact of Addiction
00:14:30 - Misunderstandings About Addiction
00:20:00 - The Role of Healthcare Providers
00:22:30 - Turning Points in Recovery
00:25:00 - Surrender vs. Fighting
00:27:30 - The Process of Reinventing Oneself
00:30:00 - Life After Sobriety
00:36:00 - Coaching and Support for Recovery
00:39:00 - The Power of Reframing
Connect with Kate
Website: https://linktr.ee/KateVitela
Marsha Vanwynsberghe — NLP Storytelling Trainer, OUTSPOKEN NLP Coaching Certification, Author, Speaker, and Podcaster
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