The Decision You Keep Avoiding (And What It’s Costing You)

You Don’t Need More Confidence. You Need Proof.

Most people think confidence comes first. That one day, they’ll finally feel ready, believe in themselves enough, and then take action. But what if confidence isn’t what changes your life? What if proof does? In this episode of Confidence is Overrated, we talk about: * Why your brain trusts evidence more than positive thinking * How self-talk shapes your nervous system and identity * Why overthinking keeps you disconnected from self-belief * How tiny actions build confidence faster than motivation ever will * And why the way you speak to yourself determines how safe growth feels Because self-belief isn’t built through waiting. It’s built through proof. If you’ve been struggling with overthinking, inconsistency, self-doubt, or feeling stuck between who you are and who you want to become, this episode is for you. KEY TAKEAWAYS * Your brain trusts proof more than promises * Confidence is built after action, not before * Self-talk shapes what feels possible for you * Every action becomes evidence for your identity * Overthinking doesn’t create self-belief — action does * You can’t build self-trust while constantly criticizing yourself * Tiny moments of follow-through change how you see yourself * The way you speak to yourself affects your nervous system, confidence, and growth Download the free 5-Day Overthinking Reset [https://boostselfbelief.mindcreatd.com/c/UltimateGuide/] to stop spiraling and second-guessing yourself and start building momentum through intentional action MORE FROM ME  Follow along on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@jennycertad⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/jennycertad] Or email me at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [http://jenny@mindcreatd.com/]⁠⁠⁠jenny@mindcreatd.com⁠⁠⁠ [jenny@mindcreatd.com]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [http://jenny@mindcreatd.com/] to learn more about working together. CHAPTERS 00:00 The Myth of Confidence 01:11 Taking Action Over Overthinking 02:40 Trusting Yourself and Your Capacity 03:41 The Power of Self-Talk 04:45 Building Evidence Through Action 04:57 The Importance of Small Steps 05:08 Confidence vs. Self-Belief 13:00 Building Self-Belief Through Action 13:50 The Importance of Small Steps 14:38 Encouragement and Support in Self-Talk SUPPORT THE SHOW If you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review wherever you listen to your podcast. Your support helps us reach more people who need these insights.  Thank you for tuning in to Confidence Is Overrated. See you next week!

What If This Didn’t Have to Be So Hard?

What if this didn’t have to be so hard? If you’ve been overthinking everything, putting pressure on yourself, and feeling stuck trying to “figure it all out,”… This episode will change how you approach your life. Because the problem isn’t that your situation is hard. It’s that you might be making it harder than it needs to be. In this episode, we talk about: * Why you keep overcomplicating things * How to stop adding pressure to every decision * The simple question that can shift everything * How to trust that life is working for you (not against you) * And how to start moving forward, without forcing it This is your reminder that growth doesn’t always come from pushing harder… Sometimes, it comes from letting things be easier. KEY TAKEAWAYS In this episode, we talk about: * Why your brain overcomplicates everything * How to stop adding pressure to your decisions * The question that simplifies everything * And how to start moving forward with more ease If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or and like everythings feels just so hard… This episode will help you stop overthinking and start making things easier. Tune in now to start easing into life. Download the 5-Day Overthinking Reset [https://boostselfbelief.mindcreatd.com/c/UltimateGuide/] to stop overthinking everything you want to do and start taking more action towards the goals that you have MORE FROM ME  Follow along on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@jennycertad⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/jennycertad] Or email me at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [http://jenny@mindcreatd.com/]⁠⁠⁠jenny@mindcreatd.com⁠⁠⁠ [jenny@mindcreatd.com]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [http://jenny@mindcreatd.com/] to learn more about working together. CHAPTERS 00:00 The Burden of Overthinking 00:55 Embracing Ease Over Difficulty 02:51 Life's Unexpected Turns 04:13 The Power of Perspective 06:07 Trusting the Process 06:51 The Paradox of Growth 08:17 Finding Control in Uncertainty SUPPORT THE SHOW If you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review wherever you listen to your podcast. Your support helps us reach more people who need these insights.  Thank you for tuning in to Confidence Is Overrated. See you next week!

You Know What to Do… So Why Aren’t You Doing It?

You know what to do… so why aren’t you doing it? If you’ve been stuck in overthinking, procrastination, or constantly saying “I’ll start soon”… this episode is going to shift the way you see yourself. Because the problem isn’t that you lack motivation. And it’s not that you need more discipline. It’s that you’re still operating from an identity that doesn’t match the life you say you want. In this episode, we’re breaking down what I call the Identity Gap, the space between who you are today and who you want to become… and why that gap is keeping you stuck. More importantly, you’ll learn how to actually start closing it. KEY TAKEAWAYS In this episode, we talk about: * Why you keep procrastinating (and it’s NOT laziness) * The real reason you don’t follow through on your goals * How your brain keeps you stuck in familiar patterns * Why confidence isn’t what you need to take action * A simple shift to start becoming the person you want to be * How to rebuild self-trust through small actions If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated with yourself… This episode will help you understand why— and what to do next. Tune in now to start closing the gap. Download the ⁠⁠Ultimate Self-Belief Guide⁠⁠⁠ [https://boostselfbelief.mindcreatd.com/c/UltimateGuide/] to break free from overthinking and start creating the life you desire.  If this resonated, make sure you’re on my email list for more mindset shifts and tools to help you take action and create real change at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://newsletter.mindcreatd.com/]⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://newsletter.mindcreatd.com/%E2%81%A0]⁠ [https://newsletter.mindcreatd.com/%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0]https://newsletter.mindcreatd.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://newsletter.mindcreatd.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠] MORE FROM ME  Follow along on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@jennycertad⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/jennycertad] Or email me at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [http://jenny@mindcreatd.com/]⁠⁠⁠jenny@mindcreatd.com⁠⁠⁠ [jenny@mindcreatd.com]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [http://jenny@mindcreatd.com/] to learn more about working together. CHAPTERS 00:00 Change & Identity: Why You’re Not Doing What You Say You Will 02:27 The Hidden Reason You Feel Stuck 06:47 It’s Not Discipline — It’s An Identity Problem 10:05 Your Actions Will Match Your Self-Concept 10:46 The Identity Gap Explained 11:17 How to Build Confidence Through Evidence 12:58 Why Your Brain Keeps You Stuck 13:54 “Maybe I’m Just Not That Person…” is a Lie 14:41 Real Life Examples of Micro Identity Shifts 16:18 The Truth About Why You Keep Procrastinating 18:04 Micro Identity Shifts for Transformation 18:24 One Question That Will Change Everything SUPPORT THE SHOW If you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review wherever you listen to your podcast. Your support helps us reach more people who need these insights.  Thank you for tuning in to Confidence Is Overrated. See you next week!

Why “Someday” Is Keeping You Stuck

“If you only had 6 months left… would you still be waiting?” If you’ve been telling yourself “someday”… this episode is for you. In this episode of Confidence Is Overrated, we explore why so many people feel stuck; not because they don’t know what to do, but because their goals are too far in the future to create real action. When everything lives in the “later,” there’s no urgency. And without urgency, nothing changes. We dive into: * Why long-term goals often keep you stuck * How to use aggressive deadlines to create momentum * The mindset shift of acting from your future self * The power of asking: What would I do if I only had 6 months? * Why focusing on “who” instead of “how” accelerates your growth This episode is a reminder that you don’t need more time, you need to start moving. KEY TAKEAWAYS * “Someday” isn’t a plan, it’s a delay. * If your goals are too far away, your brain won’t act on them * The one question that forces clarity * You don’t become your future self… You act like her first * Aggressive timelines eliminate overthinking and force movement * Most things feel “impossible” because they don't have a real deadline * Stop asking “How” and start asking “Who” * The life you want is being delayed by the decisions you’re avoiding today Download the ⁠⁠Ultimate Self-Belief Guide⁠⁠⁠ [https://mind-creatd.kit.com/takeaction] and make sure you’re on my email list for mindset shifts at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://newsletter.mindcreatd.com/]⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://newsletter.mindcreatd.com/%E2%81%A0]⁠ [https://newsletter.mindcreatd.com/%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0]https://newsletter.mindcreatd.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://newsletter.mindcreatd.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠] MORE FROM ME  Follow on IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@jennycertad⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/jennycertad] Or email me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [http://jenny@mindcreatd.com/]⁠⁠⁠jenny@mindcreatd.com⁠⁠⁠ [jenny@mindcreatd.com]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [http://jenny@mindcreatd.com/] CHAPTERS 00:00 The Power of Urgency and Challenge 01:46 Transforming Time into a Tool 03:13 The Importance of Aggressive Deadlines 05:40 Living in the 'Someday' Mentality 07:40 Creating Urgency for Action 08:57 Imagining a Limited Timeline 10:43 Taking Action Towards Big Goals 12:26 Shifting Perspectives on Time 13:47 Embracing Failure as a Learning Tool 14:52 The Concept of Impossible Goals 18:03 Unlocking Possibilities: The Power of Mindset 19:32 Setting Realistic Timelines for Goals 22:31 Learning from Others: The Who-Chief Approach 25:39 The Importance of Aggressive Deadlines 28:12 Intentional Living: Making Dreams a Priority SUPPORT THE SHOW If you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review wherever you listen to your podcast. Your support helps us reach more people who need these insights.  Thank you for tuning in. See you next week!

The Decision You Keep Avoiding (And What It’s Costing You)

You’re not stuck. You’re not confused. And you’re definitely not as lost as you think. So why does it feel like you can’t move forward? In this episode, we’re breaking down what’s really happening when you feel “stuck”, and why it has less to do with clarity and more to do with the decisions you’ve been avoiding. Because the truth is: Most people aren’t waiting for answers. They’re delaying the moment they have to choose. If you’ve been overthinking, circling the same ideas, or telling yourself you “just need more time”, this episode will shift how you see it. Inside, we talk about: * Why indecision feels like confusion (but isn’t) * The hidden cost of avoiding decisions * How clarity actually works (you’ve it backwards) * The identity shift that happens when you finally choose This is your reminder that clarity doesn’t come before the decision. It comes after. KEY TAKEAWAYS * You’re not stuck, you’re avoiding a decision * Indecision is keeping you in the same place * Clarity comes after action, not before * Thinking ≠ progress (it’s often avoidance) * Your brain prioritizes safety over growth * You already know what to do, now it’s about choosing * Self-trust is built through decisions and follow-through * One decision can shift your identity Download the ⁠⁠Ultimate Self-Belief Guide⁠⁠⁠ [https://mind-creatd.kit.com/takeaction] to break free from overthinking and start creating the life you desire. Subscribe at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://newsletter.mindcreatd.com/]⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://newsletter.mindcreatd.com/%E2%81%A0]⁠ [https://newsletter.mindcreatd.com/%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0]https://newsletter.mindcreatd.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://newsletter.mindcreatd.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠] MORE FROM ME  Follow along on IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@jennycertad⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/jennycertad] Or email me at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [http://jenny@mindcreatd.com/]⁠⁠⁠jenny@mindcreatd.com⁠⁠⁠ [jenny@mindcreatd.com]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [http://jenny@mindcreatd.com/] CHAPTERS 00:00 The Illusion of Being Stuck 00:33 The Role of Decision-Making in Clarity 01:39 Understanding Avoidance and Comfort Zones 03:05 The Dangers of Overthinking 04:25 The Brain's Resistance to Change 06:07 The Consequences of Decision-Making 07:24 The Cycle of Indecision 09:07 Taking Action Towards Change 11:08 Clarity Through Movement 12:36 Embracing the Unknown 13:30 The Power of Commitment 14:55 Identifying Key Decisions 16:46 Taking Small Steps Towards Change 18:04 You Are Not Stuck, Just Deciding 19:31 The Path to Transformation SUPPORT THE SHOW If you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review wherever you listen to your podcast. Your support helps us reach more people who need these insights.  Thank you for tuning in to Confidence Is Overrated. See you next week!