86:The Mindset Shift Behind Real Transformation

What If You're Not Broken... Just Becoming?

Have you ever felt like something inside you needed fixing? In this powerful continuation of John Merkus’s conversation with transformational coach Jai Thomas, we flip that belief on its head and show you a much greater truth.

This episode is a journey through mindset, confidence, and what it really takes to create lasting change. John and Jai uncover the hidden narratives that shape your life and explore how powerful shifts in language, emotion, and belief can unlock who you truly are.

You’ll walk away feeling lighter, clearer, and more inspired to take your next step.

🔑 Topics Covered in This Episode:

• Why you don’t need to be “fixed” to be free

• How shame and fear keep us from real growth

• The role of language in shaping your identity

• Healing old patterns with self-compassion

• The turning point when Jai said, “I can’t do this anymore”

• Why your story is powerful—but not your truth

• John's empowering questions that help shift stuck thinking

• How embracing your whole self becomes your superpower

🎧 Tune In Now to Be Inspired Whether you're on a walk, driving, or just needing a boost, this conversation is for you. Hit play and rise into your greatness today.

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🙏 About Your Host: John Merkus

John is a passionate speaker, transformation coach, and host of Rise and Thrive, committed to helping you become your best self. His conversations are thoughtful, energising, and always filled with golden nuggets of wisdom. He brings out the best in every guest and this episode is no exception.

🎧 Press play, get inspired, and keep thriving. Greatness is one action away.

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