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Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life
Hosted by Michelle Burkhard · EN
This growing tribe of thinkers focuses on finding the results we want in our personal AND professional lives by becoming more aware of our patterns of thinking and choosing how we want to think. Join us!
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JOY
1w ago00:06:55Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Change Your Thinking, Change YourLife podcast, Michelle continues the powerful 10-part series on the qualities that create a rich, successful, and meaningful life by exploring one of the most transformative qualities of all: joy.But this conversation goes far beyond temporary happiness or positive thinking. Michelle shares how true joy is not dependent on circumstances, situations, or everything going perfectly in life. Instead, joy is something that can be cultivated through trust, honesty, allowance, gentleness, gratitude, and emotional awareness.Through deeply personal stories about grief, loss, healing,relationships, and everyday life, Michelle explores how joy and sorrow can exist together and why allowing yourself to fully experience emotions without judgment often leads to greater peace, resilience, and fulfillment. She alsodiscusses the difference between authentic joy and toxic positivity, reminding listeners that real joy does not require pretending everything is okay when it isn’t.If you’ve ever wondered how to find joy in difficultseasons, how to move through grief with grace, or how to create a more meaningful and emotionally grounded life, this episode offers an uplifting and thoughtful perspective that will stay with you long after you listen.The next round of the Grow By 1 Coaching Academy begins June 14th. Learn more at: GrowBy1.com/CoachingAcademyThe Grow By 1 Shop is officially open with digital andphysical products now available: GrowBy1.com/ShopQuestions or feedback? Reach out anytime at: Michelle@GrowBy1.comGet ready for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation aboutjoy, gratitude, emotional healing, and what it truly means to live a rich and meaningful life.
Transcribe →GENTLENESS
1w ago00:09:05Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Change Your Thinking, Change YourLife podcast, Michelle continues the powerful 10-part series on the qualities that create a successful, rich, and meaningful life by exploring one of the most misunderstood strengths of all: gentleness.In a world that often celebrates hardness, toughness, andemotional walls, Michelle shares why true gentleness is not weakness at all, but one of the deepest forms of strength a person can develop. Through powerful personal stories, reflections on loss, healing, trust, resilience, and humanconnection, this episode explores what it means to live with an open heart even after experiencing pain, disappointment, grief, and hardship.Michelle dives into the idea of harmlessness, emotionalstrength, and the ability to move through life without needing to hurt others simply because you’ve been hurt yourself. This conversation challenges listeners to rethink what real strength looks like and invites you to consider how trust, honesty, allowance, and gentleness all work together to create deeper peace, wisdom, and emotional freedom.If you’ve ever struggled with staying open-hearted in adifficult world, this episode offers an inspiring and deeply reflective perspective on how gentleness may actually be one of the greatest superpowers we can develop.The next round of the Grow By 1 Coaching Academy begins June 14th. Learn more at: GrowBy1.com/CoachingAcademyThe Grow By 1 Shop is officially open with digital andphysical products now available: GrowBy1.com/ShopQuestions or feedback? Reach out anytime at: Michelle@GrowBy1.comGet ready for a heartfelt and transformational conversationabout strength, healing, trust, and the quiet power of gentleness.
Transcribe →ALLOWANCE
1w ago00:08:29Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Change Your Thinking, Change YourLife podcast, Michelle continues the powerful 10-part series on the qualities that create truly successful, peaceful, and meaningful lives by exploring the concept of allowance.What does it mean to truly allow people, situations, andlife experiences to be bigger than what you think you know about them? Michelle dives into the difference between judgment and discernment, sharing how our resistance to reality often creates unnecessary suffering, stress, and conflictin our lives and relationships.Through real-life coaching examples, personal reflection,and practical wisdom, this episode explores how trust, honesty, openness, and curiosity all work together to help us move from rigid certainty into deeper understanding, compassion, and peace. Whether you’re navigating challenges in relationships, health, parenting, leadership, or personal growth, this conversation will encourage you to release the need to control every outcome and become more reflective, flexible, and emotionally grounded.If you’ve ever struggled with wanting life, people, orcircumstances to fit your expectations, this episode offers a refreshing and thought-provoking perspective on how allowance can create more clarity, healing, and inner peace.The next round of the Grow By 1 Coaching Academy begins June 14th. Learn more at: GrowBy1.com/CoachingAcademyThe Grow By 1 Shop is now officially open with digital andphysical products available: GrowBy1.com/ShopQuestions or feedback? Reach out anytime at: Michelle@GrowBy1.comGet ready for an uplifting and insightful conversation thatmay completely shift the way you think about control, judgment, and the beauty of allowing life to unfold.
Transcribe →HONESTY
2w ago00:10:05Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Change Your Thinking, Change YourLife podcast, Michelle continues the powerful 10-part series on the qualities that create truly successful, rich, and meaningful lives by diving into the topic of honesty.But this conversation goes far beyond simply telling thetruth. Michelle explores what it really means to be honest with yourself through self-awareness, reflection, vulnerability, humility, and personal growth. How honest are you about your strengths, your struggles, your habits, and the areas where you still need to grow? And do you trust yourself andothers enough to receive honest feedback without defensiveness?Through personal stories, coaching insights, leadershipexperiences, and practical reflection questions, Michelle shares why honesty and trust are deeply connected and how developing both can transform your relationships, leadership, growth, and everyday life.This episode is an invitation to pause, reflect, and courageously look inward so you can become more aligned with who you truly want to be.The next round of the Grow By 1 Coaching Academy begins June 14th. Learn more at: GrowBy1.com/CoachingAcademyThe Grow By 1 Shop is officially open with digital andphysical products now available: GrowBy1.com/ShopQuestions or feedback? Reach out anytime at: Michelle@GrowBy1.comGet ready for a thoughtful and inspiring conversation thatwill challenge you to think differently about honesty, growth, and personal transformation.
Transcribe →TRUST
2w ago00:13:52Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Change Your Thinking, Change YourLife podcast, Michelle begins a powerful new 10-part series exploring the qualities that help us grow not just as coaches, leaders, or influencers, but as human beings. Today’s conversation focuses on one foundational quality thatimpacts every area of life: trust.What do you truly trust? Who do you trust? And how doestrust, or the lack of it, shape your decisions, relationships, growth, and overall happiness? Michelle dives into the role trust plays in leadership, intuition, personal growth, systems, relationships, and even the way we navigate everyday life. This episode is both reflective and practical, encouraging listeners to think deeply about the people, processes, and inner wisdom they rely on most.Michelle also shares exciting updates, including the openingof the brand-new Grow By 1 Shop featuring digital and physical products, plus enrollment for the next round of the Coaching Academy beginning June 14th.Explore the new store: GrowBy1.com/ShopLearn more about the Coaching Academy: GrowBy1.com/CoachingAcademyQuestions? Reach out anytime at Michelle@GrowBy1.comGet ready for an inspiring conversation that will challengeyou to think differently about trust, growth, and who you are becoming.
Transcribe →P, S, A, R = Success!
2w ago00:09:30Tap to summarizeWhat if success isn’t about hustle at all… but aboutbalance?In this meaningful episode, Michelle breaks down thefour-part formula she believes creates real and lasting success: Piety, Study, Action, and Reflection. Through personal stories, practical examples, and thoughtful coaching questions, she explores how connecting to your higher self,continuing to learn, serving others, and intentionally reflecting can transform the way you live and grow. This episode is both grounding and inspiring for anyone seeking deeper purpose, clarity, and alignment in life.Michelle@GrowBy1.comThe next round of the Coaching Academy begins June 14th! Ifyou’re ready to grow as a coach, leader, speaker, or trainer, visit GrowBy1.com/CoachingAcademy
Transcribe →1 Thing
2w ago00:11:07Tap to summarizeWhat is the one thing that guides your entire life?In this deeply reflective episode, Michelle opens up aboutthe personal “one thing” that has anchored her through every season of life, from motherhood and career changes to healing, curiosity, and spiritual growth. Rather than telling listeners what to believe, she invites you into a powerfulprocess of self-discovery by asking the deeper questions that uncover purpose, meaning, and what truly sustains you when life gets difficult. This episode is thoughtful, vulnerable, and filled with the kind of reflection that lingers long after it ends.Michelle@GrowBy1.comThe next round of the Coaching Academy begins June 14th! Ifyou’re ready to deepen your leadership, coaching, and personal growth journey, visit GrowBy1.com/CoachingAcademy
Transcribe →Curiosity > Opinion
2w ago00:07:40Tap to summarizeWhat if curiosity could change every relationship in yourlife?In this powerful episode, Michelle explores the differencebetween being curious and being opinionated, especially in coaching, leadership, and everyday human connection. She challenges listeners to notice how quickly opinions can shut down growth, understanding, and meaningful conversation, while curiosity opens the door to wisdom, reflection, and deeper relationships. If you’ve ever struggled with communication, connection, or feeling truly heard, this episode offers a fresh perspective that could shift everything.Michelle@GrowBy1.comThe next round of the Coaching Academy starts June 14th! Ifyou’re ready to strengthen your coaching, communication, and leadership skills, visit GrowBy1.com/CoachingAcademy
Transcribe →Truth > Consistency
3w ago00:09:28Tap to summarizeConsistency is powerful… but what happens when the truth ofyour life changes?In this insightful episode, Michelle dives into the balancebetween staying committed and staying awake to what is actually true in the present moment. From relationships and careers to health, leadership, and personal growth, she explores why real wisdom comes from recognizing when it’stime to evolve instead of blindly repeating what once worked. This conversation is a refreshing reminder that growth isn’t about rigid consistency. It’s about aligning consistently with truth.Michelle@GrowBy1.comThe next round of the Coaching Academy begins June 14th! Ifyou’re ready to grow as a coach, speaker, trainer, or leader, learn more at GrowBy1.com/CoachingAcademy
Transcribe →They Is Me
3w ago00:09:09Tap to summarizeWhat if “they” isn’t someone else? What if they is me?In this thought-provoking episode, Michelle explores thepowerful idea of “refugia responsibility” inspired by the concept of refuge spaces in nature after the eruption of Mount St. Helens. From climate change to potholes to everyday human connection, this conversation challenges us to stopwaiting for someone else to fix the world and instead become the small refuge someone else may need today. It’s a heartfelt reminder that even the smallest actions can create healing, hope, and change.Michelle@GrowBy1.comReady to deepen your impact and become a stronger coach,leader, and communicator? Join the next round of the Coaching Academy beginning June 14th at GrowBy1.com/CoachingAcademy
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