Shifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life Growth

Shifts and Giggles: Mindset Tools for Real Life Growth

Shifts & Giggles is the personal growth podcast that helps you make intentional, lasting change, one small mindset shift at a time. Each episode blends practical tools, self-awareness strategies, and a healthy dose of humor to help you take action and grow on purpose. Rooted in the S.I.M.P.L.E. Method, a 6-step framework for real, sustainable change, this show delivers real talk, personal transformation, and mindset shifts that lead to big results. Whether you're feeling stuck or simply ready for something new, you’ll find the encouragement and clarity you need to move forward with confidence. This podcast provides valuable insights for you if you are ready to shift into the next season of growth, with practical, proven strategies and a few good laughs along the way. We’ll answer questions like: How do I change my mindset? What are the best habits for personal growth? How do I stop self-sabotaging my goals? Why is self-awareness important for success? How do I stay consistent with personal development? What’s the easiest way to start changing your life? How do I find motivation when I feel stuck? What’s a simple daily mindset routine? If you’re looking for real-life mindset strategies from a coach who gets it, and a podcast that makes growth feel doable (and even fun), you’re in the right place.

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July 23, 2025 15 mins

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Season 1 Finale: The Start of a Movement

We made it, y’all! Season 1 of Shifts and Giggles is officially a wrap—and what a journey it’s been. In this emotional, energizing, and reflective episode, I share the heart behind the show, recap everything we've covered—from emotional intelligence to growth mindset to the full Simple Shift Method—and tell a real-life story of someone who made a...

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In this conversation, Rafer Owens discusses the significance of finding the right tools for personal growth and emotional intelligence. He shares his journey of understanding emotions through intrapersonal communication and emphasizes the importance of using effective tools to navigate relationships and personal challenges. The discussion covers various types of tools, including mindset too...

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What if the story you've been telling yourself is the only thing holding you back?

In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer shares how he went from hating running to training for a half marathon—and how that unexpected journey revealed a deep truth about mindset. This episode dives into the difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset, how to recognize which one you'...

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Why do we fear failure so much—and how is that fear keeping us stuck?

In this powerful episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer shares a heartfelt story about watching his son struggle (and succeed) through the hardest level of a video game—and uses it to unpack why failure isn’t the enemy. In fact, it’s the path.

You’ll learn how to reframe failure from being something final to something formati...

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In this powerful follow-up to last week's emotional intelligence episode, Rafer unpacks how to build emotional intelligence—not just why it's important. Emotional intelligence isn’t a personality trait—it’s a skill. Rafer shares raw and relatable stories, including a vulnerable moment with his son and a hilarious but deep lesson involving a coffee cup. You'll walk away with f...

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In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, we’re getting real about emotional intelligence. Rafer shares the moment he realized he was unintentionally gaslighting his wife—and how learning to name his emotions like “dismissed” and “anxious” saved his marriage and shifted his entire life.

Emotional intelligence isn’t soft—it’s survival. If you’ve ever shut down, blamed others, or got defensive wi...

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You made progress. You hit the goal. You felt the shift. But now you feel… stuck again.

This episode dives deep into the final step of the Simple Shift Method: Evolve Continuously.
Because winning once doesn’t mean you’ve finished. And transformation isn’t a mountaintop—it’s a mindset.

If you’ve ever asked:

  • “Why do I feel off after I achieve something?”
  • “How do I keep growing when life...
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When life doesn’t go as planned, most people either give up or keep doing what’s not working—hoping it magically changes. In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, we dive into Step 5 of the Simple Shift Method: Learn and Adjust.

Rafer shares what 75 Hard taught him about progress, personal growth, and the mindset shift it takes to evolve. If you’ve ever thought:

  • “Why is this still not worki...
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In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer dives into Step 4 of the Simple Shift Method: Practice Consistently. If you've ever been paralyzed by the "what ifs"—what if it doesn't work, what if I'm not good enough, what if I fail—this episode is your breakthrough.

Rafer shares how to break free from fear by taking imperfect steps forward. Whether you're buildin...

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In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer unpacks Step 3 of the Simple Shift Method — Make a Plan — and explains how creating small, specific goals can lead to massive progress. Through a powerful story about paying off $54,000 of debt, Rafer shows how SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) and simple planning helped him and his wife transform their finances...

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In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer Owens Jr. breaks down step two of the Simple Shift Method: Identify Tools and Resources. Whether you've been using outdated habits, trying too many things at once, or skipping over the resources that are right in front of you, Rafer shows you how to choose the right tools for where you're headed — not just where you've been. This e...

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In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer dives into the first step of the Simple Shift Method—See the Challenge—and explores the power of building awareness in your life. With honesty, humor, and a powerful story about his relationship with his son, Rafer unpacks how self-awareness can unlock real change. You'll walk away knowing how to ask the right questions, get clear about your...

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In this episode, Rafer Owens Jr. breaks down The Simple Shift Method—the six-step framework that helped him transform his life and can help you do the same. Learn how small, intentional shifts lead to lasting change and how you can start applying the method in your own life today.

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Welcome to Shifts and Giggles! In this first episode, Rafer Owens Jr. shares the heart behind the show, his personal journey of life change through small, intentional shifts, and what you can expect from this season. Get ready for relatable conversations, practical steps, and a whole lot of encouragement to help you change your life—on purpose.

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