The Truth About Self-Development and Why It Isn’t Working

In this thought-provoking episode, Lindsey Elmore welcomes performance coach Bill Banta to unpack why most self-help strategies don’t work—and what to do instead. Bill explores the difference between self-development and developing self, revealing how awareness, energy, and aligned identity are the true drivers of success. You’ll hear how repetition rewires your reality, why inner peace leads to outer speed, and how to finally stop consuming information you never implement. If you’ve ever felt stuck in a loop of doing more but becoming less, this episode offers a grounded, soul-deep reset. This isn’t another hustle-your-way-to-happy conversation—it’s an invitation to become someone worth following, starting with yourself. Key Takeaways:

• Self-development is about accumulation; developing self is about transformation
• Calmness and internal harmony are the foundation for lasting momentum
• You will never outperform your identity—change must start within
• Most people are over-informed and under-implemented
• Repetition builds familiarity, which builds confidence and ultimately change

Chapter Timestamps:

• 00:00 – Lindsey opens with reflection on real change
• 05:37 – Bill explains self-development vs. developing self
• 10:59 – Awareness as the ignition for transformation
• 14:39 – Calm creates speed: radio frequency and alignment
• 22:28 – Protecting your energetic field and setting intentions
• 31:51 – Why repetition builds truth in the subconscious
• 44:00 – Spiritual confidence, discernment, and trusting your inner voice

Resources & Next Steps:

• Learn more about Bill: @billbanta.coaching
• Lindsey’s favorite reads: As a Man Thinketh, The Game of Life and How to Play It, Think and Grow Rich
• Practice: Start each morning by asking “What’s the energy I’m bringing into today?”

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• Ep 225 | The Hormonal Blindspot: Why Ignoring Your Hormones Can Harm Your Health | Beth Westie
• Ep 244 | Detoxify Your Life: Strategies for Reducing Toxic Exposure | Dr. Rana Mafee

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