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Your identity is the subject for today. Identity is the 2nd Pillar of Personal Development. Join me today as we discuss:What identity is, and what it is notWhy it’s so important to really get to know yourselfCreating relationship with your past, present and future selvesWhy and how we lose our sense of identityHow you treat yourself changes as you become more sure of who you are and form a healthy relationship with yourselfHow it all adds up to cultivating love for yourself that spills out to everyone around you, and then back againComplete Show NotesSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jcjones)

Self-awareness is the foundation of all personal growth.  Join me today as we discuss:What self-awareness isProductive vs unproductive questionsThe importance of being a good judge rather than being judgmentalThe definition of a good judgeWhat self-awareness will give you and why does any of it matter?Where and how to start being more self-awareSteps you can start taking todayComplete Show NotesSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jcjones)

Today is a bit of an overview of what the 6 Pillars of Personal Development are. These pillars create a roadmap for anyone wanting to create a personal development plan for themselves. Join me as I discuss:What each pillar is and a short description of each.Starting next week for episode 45 I will go more in depth on each of these pillars and discuss:How each Pillar can be applied to your lifeThe benefits of eachHow they work together to create a roadmap for your personal development journey  How you can apply these concepts daily to any problems in your life to find solutions.Complete Show NotesSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jcjones)

Do you know how the unresolved pain of your past is hurting those around you? Learn the importance of doing the work to heal that pain. Hurt people really do hurt people. Healed people, heal people. Many people use the phrase 'Hurt people, hurt people', without really explaining the rest of the story. This leads to the assumption that 'all' hurt people hurt people. Today we will discuss:The assumption behind this well known phrase.Most hurt people actually go out of their way to not intentionally hurt others.We don't like dealing with how we feel. This leads to stuffing, ignoring, and not dealing with our emotions.Really looking at how your coping mechanisms affect those around you.The importance of doing the work of healing the pain of your past.Episode 43 - Complete show notesSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jcjones)

Not dealing with the uncomfortable or painful events or circumstances in our lives keeps us stuck. It limits the growth that is available to us if we just take the chance to learn and grow from them. Start asking questions. Start healing, learning, growing and changing your results in life.5 questions to start you out:What can you learn from this circumstance?What are some positives?What could I have done differently?How could I have acted or reacted to the situation differently?What can I do not to repeat this in the future?Complete Show NotesSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jcjones)

Welcome back everyone. I hope you’re all doing well today. We’re going to talk about something that has been weighing heavy on my mind for quite a while. Actually, I really started thinking more about it, a few years ago when the political situation in the country got so heated. It made me really question some things that I believed. And now it’s something I’m seeing even more with some of the things that have been going on in the world with the Coronavirus, with the tragic death of George Floyd, with the political unrest that we’re dealing with once again with the new elections coming. So I just want to share my thoughts and share some of the things that I had to question myself about.Everyone has a right to choose how they want to believe. No one’s belief is better than someone else’s. It’s just simply their belief.Are you changing anyone’s mind when you get nasty with them and call them names and put them down because their beliefs are different than yours?Are you educating them? Are you sharing your point of view or are you trying to cram it down their throat because you believe you’re right? Who are you convincing with those actions?Instead of judging someone because of how they believe or their opinion on something, why not get curious? Why not get curious and find out why that person believes differently than you do? Why not try to gain some understanding as to how they came to that opinion or that belief?Complete Show NotesSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jcjones)

Why do some people take action even when they’re uncertain of the results? That is the question we are going to attempt to answer today.Finding courage over fearHaving a why stronger than your fearFocusing on the possibilities instead of limitationsThe effects of taking action vs notEpisode 38 Complete Show NotesSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jcjones)

What is your definition of success for you? What does that look like for you? Most of us really don't have a clear picture, or a clear definition in our minds of what success means to us. We have a general idea maybe, but nothing that we live our daily lives by. Nothing that we can look at the end of the day and say, was my day successful?Join me as I discuss:The benefits of defining what success means for you.Why it's important to define your successful life as well as what a successful day means to you.How to determine your definition of success.The importance of not looking for success in the wrong place.At the end of this episode I also share my current definition of success for my life and for my day as an example of what it could look like. Resources:Complete Show NotesSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jcjones)

Today, I'd like to focus on those big impact decisions that we find ourselves needing to make in our lives. All of those are bigger decisions that tend to cause a little bit more stress. I know there's a lot of us out there too, that have problems making all the little decisions. But maybe some of this will help you with those too. I'm going to give you some things to think about that, hopefully will make decision making simpler for you. Take away a little bit of the confusion, the overwhelm the fear. So join me today as I discuss:The effects of waiting too long to make a decision.Naming the exact problem.Should vs want.Outside influences that push you toward making the wrong decision.Seeing how your values and the vision you have for your life can help you make any decision.Resources:Complete Show NotesSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jcjones)

The skill of creating change in your life is probably one of the most beneficial skills that you can learn and start practicing. The easier the process is of creating that change, the better. I've spent a lot of years creating change in my life. And throughout that process, I learned what does work, what doesn't work, and why. And I'll explain that to you today, so that you can see what's keeping you stuck from creating the changes that you want to make in your life, and how to move past that. Today we are going to Discuss:The Intentional Change TheoryWhat it isIt's steps and it's limitations What method can be added to this theory to create real lasting change that gives you the results you want in life.Resources:The Intentional Change TheoryThe Thought ModelComplete Show notesSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jcjones)

Welcome back everyone. I hope you're doing well today. We're going to talk about mastering change. This is part one of a two-part series where we talk about the two most common forms of change that as human beings we deal with on a regular basis.Part one that we're going to talk about today is forced change. Since this is very applicable right now with COVID. This also applies to other types of forced change such as divorce, or ending of a relationship, death, any kind of change that is not in your control. Next week's episode, we'll cover part two, which is intentional change.Join me today as we discuss:How we naturally react to forced change.The affects in our life caused by our natural inclination to freeze when we can’t flee or fight.What we are really avoiding when we freeze.The 3 main things we need to learn to do to deal and move forward from forced change.Complete Show NotesSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jcjones)

Learn the two types of goal evaluations and re-evaluations that are guaranteed to get you achieving your goals as simply and quickly as possible. Join me today as I discuss:The 2 types of goal evaluations that are important in achieving your goals.The benefits of each type of evaluation.The steps involved in each one.The importance of planning your week.Why having a vision for your life is so important to achieve your goals.How to create an action plan for your goals.Episode 33 Complete Show NotesSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jcjones)

Self worth is the value you place on yourself. The value that you place on who you are, how you think, how you act and react, and how you allow others to treat you. Join me today as we discuss:What self worth isHow self worth can only be found inside youThe signs of low self worthThe importance of who you are BEINGWhat not to base your self worth onThe 2 best ways of learning how to really believe in your value and worthComplete Show Notes For This EpisodeSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jcjones)

If you’re tired of how you’re feeling and you want to feel differently, I’ll share with you some things that might help.Schedule time each day to stress out.Set daily intentions to create the day you want.Become aware of how you are spending your time.Complete Show NotesSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jcjones)

Regardless of what is keeping you stuck today: fear  limiting beliefs  fixed mindset  doubt  depression  negativity   These things all come from our beliefs. The belief we have created in our minds by the circumstances that occurred in our past and the meaning we have placed on them.   How you get rid of things that are keeping you stuck today:  Awareness and Understanding   Become aware of them. Become aware of the results you are having now. What is keeping you stuck? Understand what beliefs you have around this particular result. What circumstances from your past have created this belief?  What lessons can you learn from this circumstance? Are you holding onto something you need to let go of? Express how you feel. Talk to someone.  Start journaling. Are the feelings you're feeling, and the thoughts creating these feelings serving you? Are they producing the results you want in your life? Where is your focus? Is your focus on the past or on today? Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jcjones)

Running from vs running toward - The key to your motivation  What's your motivating factor for life? Join me today as we discuss:  The difference between running from and running toward anything.  What results you will have in your life for both. What a good motivator is. Where you should place your focus. Why you should create a daily intention for yourself.   Following these simple steps will not only move you forward, but they will completely change your life.  Resources:Episode 29 - Complete Show NotesExpand Your Life Facebook GroupSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jcjones)

Are you living your life according to the best version of you? We all should know if we are living our lives according to the best version of ourselves. Whatever the best version of yourself is right now at this moment. What the best version of you means How to discover what the best version of you is right now Steps you can to take to move toward the best version of you Discover the 5 simple steps to creating anything new in your life. Of moving toward the best version of you. Resources:Episode 28 - Complete Show NotesExpand Your Life Facebook GroupSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jcjones)

Last week we went through a list of questions to help you discover your superpowers. You should have a pretty long list of your talents and skills if you answered all of the questions. Today we’ll be brainstorming ideas on what you can do with your superpowers. Hint: The sky is the limit. But only if you don’t allow your limiting beliefs and thoughts hold you back.Editing your listIdeas on how you can use your superpowers What holds us back from tryingThe compound effectWhere do your superpowers overlap your passion and excitement? If it’s something you’re really good at and it’s something you really enjoy, figure out a way to incorporate it into your life. Start brainstorming ideas on how you can use your superpowers to create something in your life that you will love. Resources:Episode 27 - Complete Show NotesExpand Your Life Facebook groupDiscover Your Superpowers WorksheetsEpisode 26 – Discover Your SuperpowersSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jcjones)

Everyone has superpowers! I believe you already have the necessary foundation to become whatever it is that you're meant to become. The trick is to start recognizing and noticing the superpowers you already have. Those Superpowers are the foundation for building great things for your life. You just need to start thinking differently about you. Your experiences, your talents, your strength, your skills, Recognizing your superpowers Everyone has superpowers! Where you look to find your superpowersCreating Your Superpowers listResources:Episode 26 - Complete Show NotesExpand Your Life Podcast Facebook groupSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jcjones)