Episode 25: Permission to Ask Me Anything

Rewiring Your Inner System: Unpacking Burnout, Alignment, and True Fulfillment

In this special 25th episode of 'Permission to Evolve,' host Brandon Thielk and co-host Holly Deschenes celebrate their milestone in Boulder, Colorado, while diving deep into listener questions in an 'Ask Me Anything' format. Brandon shares personal stories, discusses his transformation as a coach, and explores profound topics like emotional intelligence, burnout, anxiety, and the importance of alignment. He emphasizes the value of in-person connections, authentic relationships, and internal work for true success and fulfillment. Listeners are also invited to upcoming community events and given insights into Brandon's ongoing journey of self-discovery and his philosophy of rewiring one's inner system for a more meaningful life.

00:00 Introduction and Milestone Celebration

00:42 Brandon's Orange Blazer Story

01:45 Upcoming Community Events

02:59 Ask Me Anything: Personal Growth and Coaching

05:17 Journey to Nashville

07:25 Current Reads and Shows

09:41 Saying No Without Guilt

13:42 Electrician for the Soul: Philosophy Explained

16:36 Shifting from Stress to Alignment

22:49 Creating from Alignment, Not Anxiety

26:22 Addressing Burnout in High Performers

28:27 The Cost of Winning at All Costs

29:19 Facing the Consequences of Our Actions

31:24 Building a New Relationship with Pressure

34:07 The Importance of Emotional Intelligence

36:01 Embodying and Applying New Knowledge

42:19 Recognizing the Need for Deeper Work

52:52 Connecting Authentically with Others

53:35 Conclusion and How to Reach Out

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