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June 14, 2025 53 mins

Breaking Free from Limiting Habits with Anna Shilina

In this episode of Your Message Received, host John Duffin connects with Anna Shilina, a human behavior specialist, coach, and entrepreneur. Anna shares her transformation journey from a business owner of a security company with 1,000 employees to helping high performers break free from limiting habits and create fulfilling relationships.

Anna shares her past struggle with alcoholism, her journey through 'sober curiosity,' and the creation of the Habit Freedom Blueprint. Anna also explores the five core relationships that empower individuals to level up their health, wealth, and relationships.

Tune in to learn actionable steps for doing the hard thing now, the power of embracing discomfort, and fostering authenticity in yourself and others. Author of 'Habit Freedom' and founder of the Relating Academy, Anna provides valuable insights into breaking limiting habits and transforming your life.

When you're ready to walk your own path, he's one way to connect with Anna Shilina

https://relatingacademy.com/

00:00 Introduction to Core Relationships

00:19 Welcome to Your Message Received Podcast

01:11 Meet Anna Shilina: Human Behavioral Specialist

01:45 Anna's Journey to South Africa

04:36 Building a Security Company

06:17 Creating a Positive Company Culture

12:18 Taking the Leap to a New Career

21:28 The Sober Curious Journey

26:31 The Five Core Relationships

27:41 Choosing Your Discomfort

28:43 Breaking Free from Limiting Habits

32:12 The Power of the Light34:18 Embracing the Present Moment

36:57 Understanding the Self

39:06 Relationships as Mirrors

42:31 Unreasonable Responsibility

45:55 Do the Hard Thing Now

49:58 Defining Authenticity

52:17 Conclusion and Resources

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