Personal Development Mastery: Clarity for Midlife Professionals in Transition

Could you turn 208 rejections into a story of triumph?Join us as we sit down with Hayley Carbajal, a starseed coach and mentor, who shares her incredible journey of resilience and authenticity. Learn how Hayley navigated financial hardship and scarcity mentality, transforming them into a source of strength and fulfillment. Her candid reflections on living true to oneself, even in the face of overwhelming odds, provide a roadmap for anyone struggling with self-doubt and the pressure to conform.Ever wondered if you could shift your reality by simply adjusting your mindset by 1%? Hayley opens up about a pivotal moment in her life when reducing her offer from $5,000 to $1,500 led to consistent clients and income. This chapter is a masterclass in the power of trusting oneself and reframing self-doubt. Hayley explains how emotions act as messengers, guiding us to release beliefs that no longer serve us. Her techniques for overcoming self-blame and shifting trust from negative outcomes to positive possibilities are both practical and transformative.Is the Law of Attraction enough to create the life you desire? Hayley challenges conventional wisdom, proposing a higher level of consciousness where we see ourselves as creators rather than mere attractors of reality. We explore the limitations of affirmations and the importance of aligning with one's inner state. Hayley's wisdom on personal growth and courage offers valuable insights into overcoming fears and taking bold steps toward an authentic life.Tune in for an episode packed with actionable advice and profound reflections that will leave you inspired to embrace your true self.˚𝗞𝗘𝗬 𝗣𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗦03:52 - Hayley's Journey Through Rejection and Growth08:51 - Self-Doubt and Misalignment11:28 - Trusting Self, Overcoming Self-Blame14:03 - Understanding Pain as Resistance to Self18:24 - Managing Emotions for Personal Growth21:56 - Manifesting and Law of Attraction26:58 - Don't Limit Yourself, Be Open31:52 - Alignment Through Various Techniques37:54 - Identifying Beliefs Impacting Emotions˚𝗠𝗘𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗤𝗨𝗢𝗧𝗘"You freaking got it. Keep going, it's going to be okay."˚𝗩𝗔𝗟𝗨𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗖𝗘𝗦Haley's website: https://www.haleycarbajal.com/˚𝗔𝗕𝗢𝗨𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗛𝗢𝗦𝗧I am Agi Keramidas, a podcaster, knowledge broker, and mentor. My mission is to inspire you to take action towards a purposeful and fulfilling life.Get a free copy of my book "88 Actionable Insights For Life":https://agikeramidas.com/88˚ Support the showCareer transition and career clarity podcast content for midlife professionals in career transition, navigating a career change, career pivot or second career, starting a new venture or leaving a long-term career. Discover practical tools for career clarity, confident decision-making, rebuilding self belief and confidence, finding purpose and meaning in work, designing a purposeful, fulfilling next chapter, and creating meaningful work that fits who you are now. Episodes explore personal development and mindset for midlife professionals, including how to manage uncertainty and pressure, overcome fear and self-doubt, clarify your direction, plan your next steps, and turn your experience into a new role, business or vocation that feels aligned. To support the show, click here.

Snippet of wisdom 52.In this series, I select my favourite, most insightful moments from previous episodes of the podcast.Today's snippet is from my conversation with Bernie Borges, host of the Midlife Fulfilled podcast. It is about finding fulfilment in midlife. But first of all, let's get something straight - what exactly do we mean by midlife?I trust that you'll find Bernie's answer insightful!˚𝗩𝗔𝗟𝗨𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗖𝗘:Listen to the full conversation with Bernie Borges in episode #298:https://bit.ly/pdm_298˚Support the showCareer transition and career clarity podcast content for midlife professionals in career transition, navigating a career change, career pivot or second career, starting a new venture or leaving a long-term career. Discover practical tools for career clarity, confident decision-making, rebuilding self belief and confidence, finding purpose and meaning in work, designing a purposeful, fulfilling next chapter, and creating meaningful work that fits who you are now. Episodes explore personal development and mindset for midlife professionals, including how to manage uncertainty and pressure, overcome fear and self-doubt, clarify your direction, plan your next steps, and turn your experience into a new role, business or vocation that feels aligned. To support the show, click here.

Have you ever wondered why true happiness seems so elusive despite achieving external success? In this enlightening episode of Personal Development Mastery, we're joined by Matt O'Neill, a podcast host, entrepreneur, and author who shares his transformative journey from chasing business achievements to uncovering genuine joy within. Matt reveals his profound insights into the distinction between fleeting pleasure and enduring happiness, emphasizing the crucial role of rewiring our brains for positivity and embracing internal growth.Emotional pain can leave deep scars, not just mentally but physically. In a deeply personal revelation, Matt shares his struggles, the pursuit of external validation, and that despite outward success, he faced intense physical pain tied to unresolved emotions. By acknowledging and addressing these suppressed feelings, he found relief from chronic physical pain.Navigating life's inevitable adversities is essential for sustaining inner peace and happiness. We discuss the dual aspects of our being—the eternal soul and the ego—and how true contentment comes from staying connected to our soul. Practical daily practices such as physical exercise and prayer can help maintain this connection, fostering a spiritually fulfilling life. We also touch upon the power of reframing challenges as growth opportunities and recognizing our eternal nature to reduce fear and embrace lasting peace. Join us for actionable wisdom and empowering advice on achieving a happier, more fulfilling life.˚𝗞𝗘𝗬 𝗣𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗦02:19 - Journey to True Happiness05:30 - Emotional Pain and Physical Manifestation11:10 - Achieving Lasting Happiness12:58 - Finding Inner Peace and Connection18:19 - Power of Prayer in Daily Life25:24 - Discovering Happiness Through Adversity28:38 - Transforming Betrayal Through Love36:26 - Sharing Wisdom for a Happier Life˚𝗠𝗘𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗤𝗨𝗢𝗧𝗘"I am so freaking proud of you."˚𝗩𝗔𝗟𝗨𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗖𝗘𝗦Matt's website: https://mattoneill.com/˚𝗔𝗕𝗢𝗨𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗛𝗢𝗦𝗧I am Agi Keramidas, a podcaster, knowledge broker, and mentor. My mission is to inspire you to take action towards a purposeful and fulfilling life.Get a free copy of my book "88 Actionable Insights For Life":https://agikeramidas.com/88˚ Support the showCareer transition and career clarity podcast content for midlife professionals in career transition, navigating a career change, career pivot or second career, starting a new venture or leaving a long-term career. Discover practical tools for career clarity, confident decision-making, rebuilding self belief and confidence, finding purpose and meaning in work, designing a purposeful, fulfilling next chapter, and creating meaningful work that fits who you are now. Episodes explore personal development and mindset for midlife professionals, including how to manage uncertainty and pressure, overcome fear and self-doubt, clarify your direction, plan your next steps, and turn your experience into a new role, business or vocation that feels aligned. To support the show, click here.

Snippet of wisdom 51.In this series, I select my favourite, most insightful moments from previous episodes of the podcast.Today's snippet is from my conversation with Robin Hills, a thought leader in emotional intelligence.It is about being smart with our emotions, our impulse control, and specifically how to handle emotions, such as anxiety.I trust that you'll find it insightful!˚𝗩𝗔𝗟𝗨𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗖𝗘:Listen to the full conversation with Robin Hills in episode #290:https://bit.ly/pdm_290˚Support the showCareer transition and career clarity podcast content for midlife professionals in career transition, navigating a career change, career pivot or second career, starting a new venture or leaving a long-term career. Discover practical tools for career clarity, confident decision-making, rebuilding self belief and confidence, finding purpose and meaning in work, designing a purposeful, fulfilling next chapter, and creating meaningful work that fits who you are now. Episodes explore personal development and mindset for midlife professionals, including how to manage uncertainty and pressure, overcome fear and self-doubt, clarify your direction, plan your next steps, and turn your experience into a new role, business or vocation that feels aligned. To support the show, click here.

How can a tragic event lead one to discover profound spiritual growth and inner harmony through the transformative power of plant medicine?When Michael Peterson's father tragically took his own life, it set Michael on an unexpected path of profound personal transformation. Join us as he shares his inspiring journey from a traditional upbringing to discovering the profound healing powers of plant medicine in Guatemala and Peru. He recounts how these practices, along with yoga and permaculture, have played a pivotal role in his spiritual and personal growth, helping him to set his personal compass and connect deeply with the divine. Michael's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of embracing the unknown.In our conversation, Michael delves into how he harmoniously blends shamanic and ceremonial techniques with traditional coaching practices to foster personal growth. Emphasising the importance of focusing on how you want to be rather than what you want to achieve, he offers valuable insights into navigating life's mysteries with curiosity and wonder. Brimming with gratitude and inspiration, this episode promises you a transformative experience filled with profound messages about personal evolution and embracing life's uncertainties.˚𝗞𝗘𝗬 𝗣𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗦09:55 - Plant Medicine for Personal Healing14:41 - Navigating Personal Growth Through Mystery20:41 - Engaging With the Personal Compass26:35 - Exploring the Divine Mystery33:50 - Connecting and Learning at AlchemyShift35:45 - Advice for 18-Year-Old Self˚𝗠𝗘𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗤𝗨𝗢𝗧𝗘"Chill out bud, you're doing fine. Just keep exploring - I love you."˚𝗩𝗔𝗟𝗨𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗖𝗘𝗦Michael Peterson's website: https://alchemyshift.com/˚𝗔𝗕𝗢𝗨𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗛𝗢𝗦𝗧I am Agi Keramidas, a podcaster, knowledge broker, and mentor. My mission is to inspire you to take action towards a purposeful and fulfilling life.Get a free copy of my book "88 Actionable Insights For Life":https://agikeramidas.com/88˚ Support the showCareer transition and career clarity podcast content for midlife professionals in career transition, navigating a career change, career pivot or second career, starting a new venture or leaving a long-term career. Discover practical tools for career clarity, confident decision-making, rebuilding self belief and confidence, finding purpose and meaning in work, designing a purposeful, fulfilling next chapter, and creating meaningful work that fits who you are now. Episodes explore personal development and mindset for midlife professionals, including how to manage uncertainty and pressure, overcome fear and self-doubt, clarify your direction, plan your next steps, and turn your experience into a new role, business or vocation that feels aligned. To support the show, click here.

I’m excited to continue the Personal Development Mastery Coffee Hour on Monday August 12th, at 7 pm London time (2 pm New York time). This virtual meet-up is a perfect chance for us to chat one-on-one about personal development, the podcast, or whatever's on your mind. Grab your favourite beverage and let's meet for an open, relaxed conversation. ˚Personal Development Mastery coffee hour:Every 2nd Monday of each month, starting at 7 pm London time (2 pm New York) for 45 minutes.Next meetups are:Monday 12 August 2024Monday 9 September 2024You can add the event in your calendar here:https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/coffeehourHere is the Zoom link to join:https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/coffeehourzoom˚ Support the showCareer transition and career clarity podcast content for midlife professionals in career transition, navigating a career change, career pivot or second career, starting a new venture or leaving a long-term career. Discover practical tools for career clarity, confident decision-making, rebuilding self belief and confidence, finding purpose and meaning in work, designing a purposeful, fulfilling next chapter, and creating meaningful work that fits who you are now. Episodes explore personal development and mindset for midlife professionals, including how to manage uncertainty and pressure, overcome fear and self-doubt, clarify your direction, plan your next steps, and turn your experience into a new role, business or vocation that feels aligned. To support the show, click here.

What if reaching your life's biggest milestones doesn't bring the joy you expected? Tune in to hear Danielle Mcgeough, a certified elite life coach, professor, and podcast host, as she recounts the pivotal night when she found herself wide awake at 3 am, despite having achieved her dream job and personal goals. Through her compelling personal narrative, Danielle shares how this moment of profound unease led her on a transformative journey into mindful planning, holistic goal-setting, and the art of balancing ambition with personal fulfillment.In this conversation, Danielle introduces us to the concept of decorative planning as a method to manage anxiety and enrich daily life. She offers unique insights drawn from her academic research on storytelling and identity, demonstrating how mindful planning can help you craft a life that's not just successful, but deeply satisfying. Whether you're a high-achieving professional or a busy parent, Danielle's actionable strategies will inspire you to rethink your approach to time management and personal development. Don't miss this episode!˚𝗞𝗘𝗬 𝗣𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗦05:03 - Decorative Planning for Anxiety Management11:43 - Approach to Effective Planning Strategies15:16 - Prioritising Daily Top Three Goals23:28 - Incorporate Playfulness and Creativity into Planning˚𝗠𝗘𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗤𝗨𝗢𝗧𝗘"Let that perfectionism go and do it messy!"˚𝗩𝗔𝗟𝗨𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗖𝗘𝗦https://boldbalancedwomen.com/˚𝗔𝗕𝗢𝗨𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗛𝗢𝗦𝗧I am Agi Keramidas, a podcaster, knowledge broker, and mentor. My mission is to inspire you to take action towards a purposeful and fulfilling life.Get a free copy of my book "88 Actionable Insights For Life":https://agikeramidas.com/88˚ Support the showCareer transition and career clarity podcast content for midlife professionals in career transition, navigating a career change, career pivot or second career, starting a new venture or leaving a long-term career. Discover practical tools for career clarity, confident decision-making, rebuilding self belief and confidence, finding purpose and meaning in work, designing a purposeful, fulfilling next chapter, and creating meaningful work that fits who you are now. Episodes explore personal development and mindset for midlife professionals, including how to manage uncertainty and pressure, overcome fear and self-doubt, clarify your direction, plan your next steps, and turn your experience into a new role, business or vocation that feels aligned. To support the show, click here.

Snippet of wisdom 50.In this series, I select my favourite, most insightful moments from previous episodes of the podcast.Today's snippet is from my conversation with Jamie Thornhill, who is an intuitive medium and co-founder of Casa Galactica in Peru.It is about the steps we can take to strengthen our intuition and how to recognise the differences between the voice of the ego and the voice of intuition.I hope you find it insightful!˚𝗩𝗔𝗟𝗨𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗖𝗘:Listen to the full conversation with Jamie Thornhill in episode #284:https://bit.ly/pdm_284˚Support the showCareer transition and career clarity podcast content for midlife professionals in career transition, navigating a career change, career pivot or second career, starting a new venture or leaving a long-term career. Discover practical tools for career clarity, confident decision-making, rebuilding self belief and confidence, finding purpose and meaning in work, designing a purposeful, fulfilling next chapter, and creating meaningful work that fits who you are now. Episodes explore personal development and mindset for midlife professionals, including how to manage uncertainty and pressure, overcome fear and self-doubt, clarify your direction, plan your next steps, and turn your experience into a new role, business or vocation that feels aligned. To support the show, click here.

Join us as we welcome Aneta Ardelian-Kuzma, a holistic life coach, author, podcast host and teacher of yoga, meditation and breathwork. In our conversation, Aneta shares her inspiring journey from the corporate world to discovering her true purpose. She recounts a pivotal moment during her MBA programme that led her to question her life's direction and highlights the importance of addressing limiting beliefs and fears to align one's life with a true vision. Aneta's insights into maintaining a long-term vision and making daily choices that align with it offer a roadmap for anyone seeking a more fulfilling life.In our discussion of achieving balance through alignment, we explore how identifying and prioritising personal values can lead to a sense of balance and fulfilment. Aneta emphasises the importance of self-care to avoid burnout and offers practical advice on how to make small, manageable changes that align with your values. Celebrating small victories and the importance of balancing masculine and feminine energies are also highlighted, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of these topics.Aneta also shares her experience of transitioning from a high-pressure corporate environment to starting her own business, and the challenges of integrating feminine practices such as journaling and meditation. She offers practical tips on how to maintain a healthy balance between masculine and feminine energies, which is essential for wellbeing and success. The episode concludes with a focus on self-awareness for personal and professional growth, inspired by James Clear's concept of becoming 1% better every day.Remain committed to your journey of self-improvement!˚𝗞𝗘𝗬 𝗣𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗦03:01 - Discovering Vision Through Inner Guidance06:06 - Shift in Perspective Through Coaching14:38 - Benefits of Music in Meditation17:36 - Achieving Balance Through Alignment23:52 - Balancing Masculine and Feminine Energies25:32 - Balancing Masculine and Feminine Energies34:34 - Embracing Self-Awareness for Growth˚𝗠𝗘𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗤𝗨𝗢𝗧𝗘𝗦"Remember that this is a journey. Not everything will be accomplished in a day, but it will be accomplished in divine timing, when it's supposed to. So enjoy the ride!""Be in the present moment. There's no need to rush. There is no need to try to be anywhere other than where you are."˚𝗩𝗔𝗟𝗨𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗖𝗘𝗦Aneta's website: https://anetakuzma.com/˚𝗔𝗕𝗢𝗨𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗛𝗢𝗦𝗧I am Agi Keramidas, a podcaster, knowledge broker, and mentor. My mission is to inspire you to take action towards a purposeful and fulfilling life.Get a free copy of my book "88 Actionable Insights For Life":https://agikeramidas.com/88˚𝗦𝗨𝗠𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗬Are you ready to unlock your true potential and find deeper fulfillment in li Support the showCareer transition and career clarity podcast content for midlife professionals in career transition, navigating a career change, career pivot or second career, starting a new venture or leaving a long-term career. Discover practical tools for career clarity, confident decision-making, rebuilding self belief and confidence, finding purpose and meaning in work, designing a purposeful, fulfilling next chapter, and creating meaningful work that fits who you are now. Episodes explore personal development and mindset for midlife professionals, including how to manage uncertainty and pressure, overcome fear and self-doubt, clarify your direction, plan your next steps, and turn your experience into a new role, business or vocation that feels aligned. To support the show, click here.

Snippet of wisdom 49.In this series, I select my favourite, most insightful moments from previous episodes of the podcast.Today's snippet is from my conversation with Alaina Schwartz, who is an elite performance coach.I asked her - what would you say to someone whose low net worth is affecting their self-worth - in other words, their inadequate financial situation is reducing how good they feel about themselves.I hope you find the answer insightful - and if you do, the quick favour I will ask of you is to click the subscribe button.˚𝗩𝗔𝗟𝗨𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗖𝗘:Listen to the full conversation with Alaina Schwartz in episode #280:https://bit.ly/pdm_280˚Support the showCareer transition and career clarity podcast content for midlife professionals in career transition, navigating a career change, career pivot or second career, starting a new venture or leaving a long-term career. Discover practical tools for career clarity, confident decision-making, rebuilding self belief and confidence, finding purpose and meaning in work, designing a purposeful, fulfilling next chapter, and creating meaningful work that fits who you are now. Episodes explore personal development and mindset for midlife professionals, including how to manage uncertainty and pressure, overcome fear and self-doubt, clarify your direction, plan your next steps, and turn your experience into a new role, business or vocation that feels aligned. To support the show, click here.