The Imperfect Guide is a refreshingly honest podcast that challenges the polished veneer of the self-development world. Unlike typical self-help content that showcases seemingly perfect experts, this podcast celebrates the beautiful contradiction of being both a guide and a work-in-progress. Through candid stories, humor, and practical insights, listeners discover that real transformation doesn't come from following flawless gurus but from embracing our shared humanity. Whether you're a coach, therapist, or someone on their own growth journey, The Imperfect Guide offers permission to be gloriously human while continuing to grow and help others. It's the perfect antidote to impostor syndrome and comparison culture—a reminder that we're all just humans helping humans, and that's exactly as it should be.

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The Overachiever's Guide to Guilt-Free Rest: Breaking Free from Productivity Guilt
In this episode, we tackle that nagging voice that ruins your well-deserved breaks—the one that whispers "shouldn't you be doing something more productive?" We explore why ambitious people feel guilty for simply taking a moment to breathe and offer actionable strategies to overcome this counterproductive mindset.
Discover why that gnawing guilt isn't laziness but the tension between your ambition and your humanity. Learn five powerful strategies to break free from the guilt spiral:

Ditch daily balance for focused seasons (work weeks, family weekends, health blocks)
Create your "minimum viable day" with realistic, achievable goals
Build a guilt emergency kit (name it, thank it, redirect it)
Develop guilt-crushing mantras that interrupt negative thought patterns
Track your wins across all areas of life to counter perfectionism

We share real stories of people who've transformed their relationship with rest and productivity, including healthcare professional Riley who discovered that guilt-free leisure time actually improved work performance.
The science is clear: strategic rest improves creativity and problem-solving while burnout decreases productivity. Your next breakthrough might be waiting for you in your downtime.
For ambitious achievers who want to accomplish great things without sacrificing wellbeing.
#ProductivityTips #WorkLifeBalance #MentalWellness #OvercomingGuilt

The Overachiever's Guide to Guilt-Free Rest

In this thought-provoking episode of Inside Personal Growth, host Greg Voisen interviews Corey Gladwell, the author of "What If No One Is Coming to Save You?"—a powerful collection of 68 meditative journaling questions designed to shift your mindset and unlock deeper self-awareness.

Corey shares the spiritual awakening that inspired the book, how transformative questions helped him go from nightlife entrepreneur to a spiritually grounded seven-figure business owner, and why he believes your story is powerful enough to write a book. He also discusses his work at authors.io, a platform that helps aspiring authors bring their stories to life through guided interviews and publishing support.

Whether you're on a journey of personal growth, spiritual exploration, or simply seeking clarity in your life path—this episode offers tools to help you reflect, evolve, and take your power back.

Topics Discussed:
-The power of “What If” questions in breaking mental patterns
-Corey's spiritual experience and awakening
-Letting go of suffering as a choice
-Shifting fear-based thinking into possibility thinking
-How to integrate meditative reflection into daily life
-Using questions for self-coaching and transformation
-Helping others write books through Authors.io

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➡️ Book: What If No One Is Coming to Save You?
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Podcast 1210: What If No One Is Coming to Save You? Corey Gladwell’s Life-Changing Questions for Personal Transformation

In this thought-provoking episode, we dive deep into the secret battle that rages within us all: the two wolves of our inner dialogue. Drawing from the powerful Cherokee legend, we explore how the constant tug-of-war between negative and positive self-talk shapes our lives in profound ways.

Join us as we dissect the immense influence of the subconscious mind, which absorbs and acts on our thoughts and emotions without filter. We'll uncover the real-world consequences of feeding the negative wolf, from stress and self-doubt to hindered creativity and motivation.

But it's not all doom and gloom. We'll also celebrate the incredible benefits of nourishing the positive wolf, including enhanced resilience, problem-solving skills, and overall well-being. Our expert guest will guide us through the psychological and neurological underpinnings of this internal struggle, offering practical strategies to spot and redirect negative patterns.

Get ready to discover research-backed tools to tame your mental wolves, from setting daily intentions to practicing self-compassion. We'll emphasize the power of small, consistent choices in reshaping your inner world over time.

This episode isn't about suppressing emotions or forcing positivity. It's an invitation to build a balanced, supportive inner dialogue that empowers you to navigate life's challenges with greater ease. Tune in and take the first step in choosing which wolf you'll feed today.

Read the full article here: ⁠https://akiroq.com/blog/the-secret-battle-inside-you-which-wolf-will-you-feed⁠

The Secret Battle Inside You: Which Wolf Will You Feed?

Steve Jones is the author of the book: “Hollywood Confidential: 12 Secrets to Becoming the Star of Your Own Life”. In this book, Steve shares his twelve secrets to success accrued from working alongside some of today's most powerful voices in entertainment. Steve also shares practical suggestions for silencing your inner critic, making the most of failures, and giving yourself permission to shine.

Steve joins the show to further discuss the context of his book, and what inspired him to write it.

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Empathy & Understanding: How to Build Deeper Connections That Last
In this episode, we explore the quiet power of empathy—the skill that turns surface-level interactions into meaningful relationships. From navigating emotional walls to staying curious in tough moments, we’ll unpack what real empathy looks like in everyday life. You’ll learn how to listen deeply, regulate your emotions, reflect without rescuing, and create emotional safety in your relationships. Whether you’re looking to strengthen a romantic relationship, repair a friendship, or simply become more present with the people around you, this episode will give you practical tools to build connections that truly last.

🔗 Explore more at ava-mind.com or open the Ava Mind app for guided support and calming tools.

🎧 Prefer a lighter format? Check out our quirky AI podcast “Sol & Elia: This Is Not a Real Podcast” on the Ava Mind YouTube channel.

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Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro: The missing ingredient in modern connection
01:38 – What empathy really means
04:22 – Sympathy vs Empathy vs Understanding
06:00 – Why empathy creates emotional safety
08:14 – What blocks empathy?
10:08 – 5 ways to build empathy in everyday life
16:35 – Everyday empathy in micro-moments
18:20 – Empathy and your mental health
19:45 – Final thoughts & next steps

Empathy and Understanding- How to Build Deeper Connections That Last

In Lesson 6 of The Emotional Intelligence Series, Professor RJ Starr explores the art of truly listening—without shifting the focus back to yourself. This grounded, psychology-based lesson unpacks why we often hijack conversations unintentionally and how to stay present with others in a way that fosters connection, trust, and emotional safety.


Lesson 6 - How to Listen Without Making It About You

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Professor RJ Starr is an academic psychologist, educator, and author exploring the inner life through the lens of emotional intelligence, regulation, and self-awareness.
This SoundCloud page features original short-form audio recordings—thoughtful reflections designed to help listeners navigate their emotions, relationships, and personal growth with clarity and maturity.

To explore more of my work, visit https://profrjstarr.com

Inside Personal Growth provides listeners with over 1000 high quality interviews featuring leading authors in the field of personal development. This online podcast program is curated with content from international experts in the art of transformation. It is our mission here to tune listeners into an audio experience that will entertain and educate to help improve every facet of their lives. 

Since 2007, Inside Personal Growth has connected people with the wisdom and resources they need to work through challenges and strengthen their internal compass on the pursuit toward wellness and mastery. Our archive features over 800+ podcasts. Each show offers insight into the minds of writers behind leading book titles. 

Visit the website to browse our archive. We hope you enjoy this important, public resource. 

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