Change isn’t just about becoming someone new—it’s about letting go of who you used to be.

In this powerful episode of the Personal Mastery & Growth podcast, we explore a lesser-discussed but deeply important part of transformation: the emotional weight that comes with personal evolution.

If you’ve ever felt sadness, guilt, or disconnection in the middle of what should be a “positive” change, this episode will give you the clarity—and compassion—you need to keep moving forward.

You’ll learn:

✅ Why growth often triggers grief-like emotions, even when it’s leading you somewhere better

✅ The neuroscience behind identity disruption and emotional resistance

✅ 5 subtle signs that you’re grieving the version of you that you’ve outgrown

✅ 5 practical tools to move through emotional discomfort with grace

✅ How to honor your past self while stepping fully into your future

Because the truth is: the path to your next chapter may ask you to mourn the last one.

And that’s not weakness—it’s wisdom.

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🔍 HIGHLIGHTS

02:00 – Growth isn’t just what you gain—it’s what you release

04:08 – The neuroscience of grief and identity disruption

06:49 – Five signs you’re experiencing growth grief

09:01 – Tools to process the emotional cost of change

10:49 – Weekly mindset challenge + assessment link

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We often think of mindset as something that shapes our behavior—but what if your behavior is also shaping your mindset?

In this episode of the Personal Mastery & Growth podcast, we explore one of the most overlooked keys to lasting change: the feedback loop between your actions, your results, and your beliefs. If you’ve ever felt stuck in a cycle of self-doubt, hesitation, or self-sabotage, this conversation will help you break free.

You’ll discover:

✅ The science behind feedback loops—and how your brain reinforces your self-concept based on perceived success or failure

✅ Why frustration and confusion may actually be signs you’re rewiring your brain for growth

✅ Four subtle signs that your mindset is being shaped by outdated patterns

✅ Six powerful tools to reshape your feedback loop and build a more empowered identity

✅ Why interpretation—not experience—is the true driver of confidence, growth, and resilience

Whether you’re on a path of personal growth, building a business, or learning a new skill, understanding this inner loop can make all the difference.

Your identity is not fixed—it’s shaped in motion. And you have the power to rewrite the code.

🔍 HIGHLIGHTS

01:48 – What is a mindset feedback loop?

04:07 – The neuroscience of interpretation and identity

06:47 – Four signs of a limiting loop

09:51 – Six tools to rewire your mindset in motion

11:30 – Weekly challenge

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Not sure which loops are building you up and which ones are holding you back? Take the FREE mindset assessment here: https://josejohnson.com/mindset/

Mindset creates awareness. But action creates results.

In this milestone episode of the Personal Mastery & Growth podcast, we explore the missing piece that so many people overlook on the path to change: aligned action.

Because without aligned, identity-based behavior, even the best mindset work stays stuck in your head.

Prepare to:

🧠 Understand Why Action Is Essential for Mindset Change

Discover how neuroscience proves that action-based reinforcement is key to building new neural pathways and creating sustainable change.

🔍 Spot the Signs of Misalignment

From procrastination and overthinking to burnout and stagnation, learn how to identify when your actions don’t reflect your goals or values—even if your mindset seems “positive.”

🛠️ Implement 6 Practical Strategies for Taking Aligned Action

Use identity anchoring, micro-habits, ritual building, and evidence tracking to help you move forward with clarity and confidence—one step at a time.

🎯 Whether you’re ready for a big leap or just trying to stay consistent, this episode will help you connect what you believe with how you show up.

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🔍 HIGHLIGHTS

01:40 – Why mindset alone isn’t enough

02:52 – The neuroscience of identity-based behavior

04:59 – Common signs of mindset/action misalignment

06:27 – Six strategies to bridge belief and behavior

09:59 – Your aligned action challenge

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Ready to close the gap between where you are and where you want to be? Download my FREE Mindset Gap Map here: https://josejohnson.com/mindset/