The Life Coach School Podcast #538: Weekly 2
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Oct 16, 2025 Exploring the distinction between necessary and unnecessary suffering, the discussion reveals how our brains create extra pain in daily life. The motivational triad defines human behavior, often limiting our potential for success. Key coaching principles, including the self-coaching model, showcase how to shift our mindset and overcome false pleasures. Listeners learn the significance of setting goals that expand identity and capacity, and the power of weekly coaching in rewiring negative thoughts. It’s a transformative journey towards mastering the mind and achieving true freedom.
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Suffering Is Created By Consciousness
- Consciousness creates both joy and unnecessary suffering in life.
- Brooke Castillo explains suffering is generated in the brain's survival-focused consciousness.
The Motivational Triad Explains Unnecessary Pain
- The motivational triad drives the brain to seek pleasure, avoid pain, and conserve energy.
- That triad makes the brain scan for danger and often amplifies negative feelings unnecessarily.
Choose Productive Pain Over False Pleasure
- Seek out productive pain and avoid false pleasures that derail your goals.
- Practice exerting energy intentionally toward meaningful goals instead of hiding from discomfort.
