Shift Happens

The Habit-Confidence Loop

In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire, a certified life and empowerment coach, and Monique Eckes, a longtime client, discuss the concept of the 'Habit Confidence Loop.' They explore how unwanted habits can erode self-confidence and offer insights into identifying and breaking these negative cycles. They emphasize the importance of bravery and taking action as key steps toward building confidence, and provide listeners with practical tools to help make positive habit changes. Throughout the episode, they promote normalization of self-improvement struggles and underline that confidence is a skill that can be developed over time. The hosts encourage listeners to combat self-criticism and align their actions with their values to foster a more confident and empowered self. 01:14 Understanding the Confidence Loop 03:01 Skills vs Traits: Building Confidence 04:38 The Impact of Unwanted Habits 06:36 Sponsor Break and Freebies 08:15 Identifying and Addressing Unwanted Habits 14:00 Understanding Confidence as a Skill 14:51 The Thought-Feeling-Action Loop 16:44 Breaking the Cycle for Better Confidence 18:08 The Power of Small Wins 18:40 Journaling and Habit Formation 20:52 Empowering Thoughts and Habits 22:14 Action Steps and Resources 24:55 Conclusion and Final Thoughts We'd love to hear from you! Please leave topic requests or comments! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2345552/open_sms] 😓🆓Download the Free Guide - Stop Worrying Start Living; 3 Stress-Busting Moves to Lighten Your Load [https://robinmcintire.com/worry-less-guide/] ☮️🆓Download the Free Guide - Energy! Grind vs. Flow [https://robinmcintire.com/grind-flow-guide/] 🆓Download the Free Guide - Unlock your 'Want To' Factor: Your First Step To Releasing Unwanted Habits [https://robinmcintire.com/want-to-factor-freebie/] 💁🏼‍♀️🎇Ready to take action and learn to build new habits? Book a Spark Session Plus session with Robin [%20https://robinmcintire.com/services/spark-session-plus/] 📧Let's Chat! Request a Free Discovery Call or Contact Robin [https://robinmcintire.com/contact/] 💻Visit Robin's Website at robinmcintire.com [https://robinmcintire.com/] or https://linktr.ee/RobinMcIntire [https://linktr.ee/RobinMcIntire] 📧Contact Monique [monique@silverpawstudio.com] at Siver Paw Studio #SHIFTHAPPENSPODCAST

Is Your Confidence Wavering?

Building Self-Trust: The Key to Unshakeable Confidence In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire and Monique Eckes delve into the topic of confidence and self-trust. Robin, a certified life and empowerment coach, discusses how underlying self-trust issues can often lead to wavering confidence. They explore how breaking self-promises can erode self-trust and how aligning one's actions with their values can build confidence. The episode includes practical advice on borrowing confidence from areas where you excel to areas where you feel less assured, and highlights the importance of setting realistic and achievable goals. The hosts also touch on the impact of confidence on various aspects of life, from relationships to personal health. 00:00 Welcome to Shift Happens Podcast 00:56 Understanding Confidence and Self-Trust 03:01 The Role of Self-Promises and Values 05:23 Sponsor Break: The Domino Effect Worksheet 06:55 Applying Self-Trust in Relationships 11:29 Health and Self-Trust: Overcoming Diet Culture 13:27 The Problem with Overloaded To-Do Lists 14:43 The Impact of Low Self-Trust on Confidence 16:12 Imagining a Life with Self-Trust 16:45 Aligning with Your Values 18:57 Borrowing Confidence from Other Areas 21:33 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts We'd love to hear from you! Please leave topic requests or comments! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2345552/open_sms] 😓🆓Download the Free Guide - Stop Worrying Start Living; 3 Stress-Busting Moves to Lighten Your Load [https://robinmcintire.com/worry-less-guide/] ☮️🆓Download the Free Guide - Energy! Grind vs. Flow [https://robinmcintire.com/grind-flow-guide/] 🆓Download the Free Guide - Unlock your 'Want To' Factor: Your First Step To Releasing Unwanted Habits [https://robinmcintire.com/want-to-factor-freebie/] 💁🏼‍♀️🎇Ready to take action and learn to build new habits? Book a Spark Session Plus session with Robin [%20https://robinmcintire.com/services/spark-session-plus/] 📧Let's Chat! Request a Free Discovery Call or Contact Robin [https://robinmcintire.com/contact/] 💻Visit Robin's Website at robinmcintire.com [https://robinmcintire.com/] or https://linktr.ee/RobinMcIntire [https://linktr.ee/RobinMcIntire] 📧Contact Monique [monique@silverpawstudio.com] at Siver Paw Studio #SHIFTHAPPENSPODCAST

Feeling Disconnected?

In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosts Robin McIntire and Monique Eckes delve into the feeling of disconnection many people experience, especially in the context of canceling plans. They discuss the psychological impact of canceling plans on oneself and others and emphasize the importance of integrity and maintaining connections. The episode explores how habitual cancellations can negatively affect confidence and relationships, offering practical advice on how to combat this trend. The hosts emphasize the importance of being true to one's word.  The subsequent positive impact on personal connections and self-confidence is highlighted throughout the episode. 01:14 Understanding Disconnection and Canceling Plans 03:14 The Impact of Canceling Plans 04:18 Sponsor Break: Spark Session Plus 05:30 Exploring the Reasons Behind Canceling Plans 08:19 The Consequences of Habitual Canceling 14:10 Building Integrity and Connection 17:24 Action Steps to Stay Committed 21:14 Conclusion and Final Thoughts We'd love to hear from you! Please leave topic requests or comments! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2345552/open_sms] 😓🆓Download the Free Guide - Stop Worrying Start Living; 3 Stress-Busting Moves to Lighten Your Load [https://robinmcintire.com/worry-less-guide/] ☮️🆓Download the Free Guide - Energy! Grind vs. Flow [https://robinmcintire.com/grind-flow-guide/] 🆓Download the Free Guide - Unlock your 'Want To' Factor: Your First Step To Releasing Unwanted Habits [https://robinmcintire.com/want-to-factor-freebie/] 💁🏼‍♀️🎇Ready to take action and learn to build new habits? Book a Spark Session Plus session with Robin [%20https://robinmcintire.com/services/spark-session-plus/] 📧Let's Chat! Request a Free Discovery Call or Contact Robin [https://robinmcintire.com/contact/] 💻Visit Robin's Website at robinmcintire.com [https://robinmcintire.com/] or https://linktr.ee/RobinMcIntire [https://linktr.ee/RobinMcIntire] 📧Contact Monique [monique@silverpawstudio.com] at Siver Paw Studio #SHIFTHAPPENSPODCAST

Bravery; The Bridge to Confidence

This episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosted by certified life and empowerment coach Robin McIntire and co-host Monique Eckes, focuses on how bravery is the missing piece in the quest for more confidence and unpack how to access that strength. They help you uncover the link between brave actions and self-confidence, showing you it’s never too late to start. * Defining bravery and its connection to confidence * The cycle of inaction stemming from self-doubt * Real-life examples of overcoming fear through bravery * Practical steps to cultivate bravery in daily life * The long-term benefits of brave actions for building confidence * Staying motivated and accountable in your journey Check out the links below for more resources and support in your brave journey toward confidence. We'd love to hear from you! Please leave topic requests or comments! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2345552/open_sms] 😓🆓Download the Free Guide - Stop Worrying Start Living; 3 Stress-Busting Moves to Lighten Your Load [https://robinmcintire.com/worry-less-guide/] ☮️🆓Download the Free Guide - Energy! Grind vs. Flow [https://robinmcintire.com/grind-flow-guide/] 🆓Download the Free Guide - Unlock your 'Want To' Factor: Your First Step To Releasing Unwanted Habits [https://robinmcintire.com/want-to-factor-freebie/] 💁🏼‍♀️🎇Ready to take action and learn to build new habits? Book a Spark Session Plus session with Robin [%20https://robinmcintire.com/services/spark-session-plus/] 📧Let's Chat! Request a Free Discovery Call or Contact Robin [https://robinmcintire.com/contact/] 💻Visit Robin's Website at robinmcintire.com [https://robinmcintire.com/] or https://linktr.ee/RobinMcIntire [https://linktr.ee/RobinMcIntire] 📧Contact Monique [monique@silverpawstudio.com] at Siver Paw Studio #SHIFTHAPPENSPODCAST

Are You an Over Thinker?

From Overthinker to Decisive: The 3 C's of Decision Making In this episode of the Shift Happens podcast, hosted by certified life and empowerment coach Robin McIntire, the focus is on overcoming overthinking and becoming a more confident decision-maker. Robin shares personal anecdotes and expert insights to help listeners identify and break free from the paralysis of overthinking. The conversation explores the link between self-doubt and indecisiveness and emphasizes the importance of trust and confidence. They introduce practical steps for making better decisions.  Also, learn about the benefits of joining Robin's email list for additional resources and support. Whether you struggle with small daily choices or major life decisions, this episode aims to empower you to act confidently. 00:44 Understanding Overthinking 01:26 Decision-Making and Fear 02:40 Sponsor Break and Announcements 05:33 Identifying Overthinking Patterns 07:15 Building Confidence in Decision Making 09:59 Practical Examples and Tips 15:22 The Impact of Self-Doubt on Confidence 15:47 The Burden of People Pleasing 16:41 The Importance of Making Decisions 18:08 Building Confidence Through Decision Making 18:47 Trusting Yourself and Handling Outcomes 22:13 Practical Steps to Better Decision-Making 23:40 The Three C's of Decision Making 25:30 Final Thoughts and Encouragement We'd love to hear from you! Please leave topic requests or comments! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2345552/open_sms] 😓🆓Download the Free Guide - Stop Worrying Start Living; 3 Stress-Busting Moves to Lighten Your Load [https://robinmcintire.com/worry-less-guide/] ☮️🆓Download the Free Guide - Energy! Grind vs. Flow [https://robinmcintire.com/grind-flow-guide/] 🆓Download the Free Guide - Unlock your 'Want To' Factor: Your First Step To Releasing Unwanted Habits [https://robinmcintire.com/want-to-factor-freebie/] 💁🏼‍♀️🎇Ready to take action and learn to build new habits? Book a Spark Session Plus session with Robin [%20https://robinmcintire.com/services/spark-session-plus/] 📧Let's Chat! Request a Free Discovery Call or Contact Robin [https://robinmcintire.com/contact/] 💻Visit Robin's Website at robinmcintire.com [https://robinmcintire.com/] or https://linktr.ee/RobinMcIntire [https://linktr.ee/RobinMcIntire] 📧Contact Monique [monique@silverpawstudio.com] at Siver Paw Studio #SHIFTHAPPENSPODCAST