23. Mastering Yourself is the Key to Transforming Your Life

24. Nobody Can Make You Feel A Way You Don't Already Feel

In this episode of Open Book, I’m diving deep into a concept that has changed the way I see relationships, reactions, and reality: Nobody can make you feel a way you don’t already feel. We often think we’re holding back, hiding, or people-pleasing because we fear judgment from others. But what if it’s not actually about them? What if the real fear is being seen in the exact way we’re already judging ourselves? This episode explores: * How life mirrors back the beliefs you already carry * Why a “trigger” is never about the other person * The neuroscience, metaphysics, and psychology behind emotional projection * Why your feelings are yours and how to reclaim your power by owning them * The difference between emotional reactions and subconscious interpretations * How to work with the Law of Vibration and Resonance to shift your internal experience * And how to start healing the actual wound instead of reacting to the salt someone else rubbed into it I’ll walk you through powerful analogies to help you see that when something hurts, it’s because something inside of you is already tender. This is a conversation about radical responsibility, emotional sovereignty, and reclaiming control over how you feel no matter what anyone else says or does. Life is always showing you what you believe about yourself. Let’s use that mirror to grow. Substack - Inner Report https://stephaniekaplan.substack.com/p/nobody-can-make-you-feel-a-way-you

23. Mastering Yourself is the Key to Transforming Your Life

In this episode of the Open Book Podcast, Stephanie Kaplan discusses the importance of self-mastery as the foundation for improving every aspect of life—relationships, health, career, and overall fulfillment. She explains that true mastery involves understanding and managing one's emotions, beliefs, actions, self-identity, and the evidence one gathers from life experiences. Stephanie emphasizes that external circumstances do not define us; rather, it is our internal state that shapes our reality. Through mastering oneself, one can achieve an unshakeable sense of self and a fulfilling life. She shares practical insights and tools for listeners to begin their journey of self-mastery and the profound impact it can have on their lives. The Importance of Self-Mastery02:45  Understanding Stress and Emotions 06:12 Identifying and Changing Patterns 08:53 The Power of Beliefs and Emotions 13:44 Manifestation and Reality 17:00 Mastering Your Inner World 28:08 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

22. Season 2 Kickoff: Life Updates & What It Really Means to Have an Awakening

We're back and we're starting fresh. Season 2 of Open Book kicks off with a full relaunch from a completely new energy, intention, and mindset. In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of everything that’s unfolded since I launched this podcast the same day I left Corporate America and jumped into full-time entrepreneurship. I talk life updates, the messy magic of starting a business, and what it really means to have an awakening, from my perspective around changing how you see yourself, your worth, and the reality around you. We’ll dive into: * What an awakening actually is (and why most people are asleep) * The science behind your beliefs and the Reticular Activating System * The evolution of my voice, my writing, and why this podcast is back * How I’ve redefined success, learned to receive, and stopped outsourcing my worth This season, expect more structure, deeper truths, real tools, and the same raw honesty. Let’s build a life of success without sacrifice and it starts by waking up.

21. How You Can Use Your Emotions To Work For You

In this episode of 'Open Book,' we return after a break to introduce a new format that integrates deeper dives into content from her Substack newsletter. The focus of this episode is the transformative power of understanding and leveraging emotions, to improve emotional IQ. We talk about how people tend to shame, blame, or ignore their emotions which hinders personal growth. By treating emotions as data points, one can decode these signals to understand better and enhance their life experiences. Various emotions are dissected, including fear, anxiety, disappointment, hope, anger, frustration, sadness, guilt, shame, jealousy, envy, and resentment. Each description explains what these emotions signify, their root causes, and how to appropriately address them. The episode emphasizes the value of emotions as guides rather than obstacles and cites well-known figures like Kobe Bryant, Warren Buffett, and Oprah to reinforce the importance of emotional understanding in personal and professional success. substack article- https://stephaniekaplan.substack.com/p/the-hidden-reason-your-emotions-are?r=2rpgom stephkaplan.com

20. You're Not Lost, Just Living from an Old Belief System

In this episode, Stephanie dives deep into the concept of feeling lost and the power of perception in shaping our reality. Inspired by a poem about the forest, she reflects on how we often feel stuck due to old belief systems, labels, and judgments that cloud our view of the present. Stephanie emphasizes that we’re never truly lost; rather, it's our limited perspective that creates that feeling. She shares personal stories and tools for shifting mindset, understanding that our inner world shapes our experiences. By trusting ourselves, changing our perspective, and recognizing the lessons in every moment, we can reclaim our power and find clarity. stephkaplan.com @stephbodie x16gM3Xz2zGjAFsSee67