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Change Wired

Angela Shurinayourbestculture.com

Change Wired: Change in days - not in years!  

Ready to ditch slow change and start thriving sooner?

Change Wired is your new favorite podcast for practical, punchy insights into personal growth, productivity, mindset mastery, and creating high-performing, purpose-driven, thriving cultures.  

Hosted by an Executive & High-Performance Coach with 15 years of global experience (who now runs a culture transformation consulting & coaching firm), each episode breaks down science-backed tools from biology, neuroscience, psychology of change and systems thinking into actionable tips you can start using today.  

Expect lively solo episodes, inspiring guests, and real-world strategies designed specifically for leaders, entrepreneurs, and growth-focused professionals eager to accelerate their impact—both personally and within their teams & communities.  

Tune in, wire your brain for change, and get ready to transform in days - not years!

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Episodes

2 Question to Hack the "Lazy" Mind: Crush Excuses, Boost Motivation for Action and Close More Deals

TUNE IN TO LEARN: Feeling stuck? Lost your motivation? Questioning whether your efforts even matter? You're not alone – and this episode might be exactly what you need to break through. We all face moments when progress seems impossible and inaction feels like the only option. Today, I'm sharing two game-changing mindset hacks that have transformed not only my approach to challenges but also helped countless clients overcome the biggest obstacle - resistance and inertia. The Probability Mindset ...

Apr 21, 202516 min

Tiny Steps, Massive Momentum: what 90% of people do wrong trying to improve health, diet & fitness

TUNE IN TO LEARN: We've all been there—vowing to completely transform our diet, fitness routine, and sleep habits all at once, only to abandon the whole plan days later. What if the problem isn't your willpower but your approach? In this eye-opening exploration of behavioral change, we explore why our brains actively resist massive lifestyle overhauls and how tiny, almost ridiculously small steps might be the secret to lasting transformation . Drawing from the Japanese concept of Kaizen (continu...

Apr 16, 202511 min

Define Your Magic to Sell It. Why people don't buy your work and mindset shift to fix it.

TUNE IN TO LEARN: A transformation director's honest feedback led to a pivotal realization that had been holding back my business for over a decade. Despite years of successful client work and positive testimonials, I couldn't get to the next level. Why is it? I believe I finally got the answer. The breakthrough came when I discovered Todd Brown's concept of the "Dominant Differentiator" – the idea that to stand out in a crowded marketplace , professionals need a clearly defined, named methodolo...

Apr 14, 202517 min

How to beat laziness, procrastination and resistance to change in one move. 3P formula to turn "I should" into "I'm ready to go"

TUNE IN TO LEARN: What if I told you that laziness doesn't exist? That what we think of as resistance—in ourselves and others—is actually just a lack of clarity? This revelation turns conventional thinking about change on its head , offering a powerful new perspective for anyone struggling to make progress on important goals . Drawing from classic change management wisdom and years of executive coaching experience, this episode introduces the transformative " 3 P's of Clarity" framework that dis...

Apr 11, 202517 min

Your 4-Step Guide to Smoother Transitions. Why new feels wrong even when it's better.

TUNE IN TO LEARN: Feeling uncomfortable with a new job, home, or relationship even though it's objectively better than what you had before? You're not alone, and there's a neurological reason for it. The Change Wired podcast tackles one of life's most universal experiences: transitions. Drawing from personal experience after moving to a new apartment, host Angela Shurina unpacks why our brains resist change at a biological level and how to make resistance smaller. Armed with 15+ years of coachin...

Apr 07, 202515 min

The simplest system for getting things done and reaching goals that EVERYONE who succeeds at ANYTHING uses. And you already have it.

TUNE IN TO LEARN: "We don't rise to the level of our goals. We fall to the level of our systems." Ever heard this quote? This profound truth, dating back to Stoic philosophy and championed by modern thinkers like James Clear, exposes why so many of us struggle to achieve our aspirations despite our best intentions. The distinction is crucial: goals are simply desired outcomes – writing that book, building a business, achieving fitness – while systems are the daily routines and processes that act...

Apr 04, 202516 min

🧠Brain Upgrade: Lifestyle Choices for Accelerated Learning

TUNE IN TO LEARN: Your brain physically reshapes itself every single day—but are you giving it what it needs to evolve in the right direction? Neuroplasticity, your brain's remarkable ability to remodel itself in response to experiences, doesn't happen automatically. It requires specific conditions that many of us unknowingly sabotage through our daily habits. Drawing from fascinating research with London taxi drivers whose brains physically grew larger in memory regions, this episode reveals th...

Apr 02, 202522 min

Nervous for Tomorrow's Big Pitch? Here's the psychological hack you need. Swing big to Grow fast.

🎙️ Ready to Break Through Your Limits? Ever felt that itchy nervousness before a big presentation, competition, or challenge? That discomfort is actually a powerful signal – you're operating at your growth edge, exactly where transformation happens fastest. As I prepare for the biggest deal of my career so far, I'm sharing the psychological tool that research consistently shows eliminates anxiety and maximizes performance. It's surprisingly simple yet profoundly effective: asking one question a...

Mar 31, 202515 min

How to Focus in a Noisy World: when feeling overwhelmed with "all the things". Systems for Success.

Are you clear on what really matters—or just busy? This episode is your permission to hit pause, zoom out, and get focused and what really matters to you. Because clarity doesn’t magically appear—it’s built. One question, one insight at a time. I’ll take you behind the scenes of what’s worked (and what hasn’t) for clients and leaders who finally broke free from overwhelm and started making progress that actually felt meaningful. You’ll hear: 🎯 Why Oprah was right—knowing what you want changes e...

Mar 28, 202522 min

2 Most Powerful Tools for Transforming Your Reality. How to use mental focus to create success and fulfillment, eliminate anxiety and worry.

Why do some people see opportunity while others only see disaster—even when facing the exact same situation? The difference isn't luck or circumstance; it's something entirely within your control: your focus. In this insightful episode, you'll learn: How your perspective shapes reality , explained through the powerful metaphors and neuroscience. How "if only" thinking is sabotaging your potential , and what neuroscientist Andrew Huberman identifies as the most dangerous thought pattern holding y...

Mar 24, 202514 min

Remote Control of Your Life: Thoughts, Emotions, Decisions and Pain. 3 research-based mind-body practices to balance your nervous system

TUNE IN TO LEARN: "Research shows that exercise can be 1.5 more effective than therapy and medications combined for treating depression" Your body and mind share an incredible connection—but how well are you actually using it every day? Science now proves we have a built-in "remote control" for our nervous system , the capability of transforming our health, emotional balance, and decision-making. But ... nobody ever taught us how to use it. In this episode, you'll discover 3 tools for nervous sy...

Mar 19, 202520 min

Stop self-sabotage - autopilot high performance. Why Navy SEALs use THESE affirmations.

Navy SEALs—the world's most elite warriors—write and recite daily affirmations. A special kind of affirmations. Why would they "waste" their time? When these special operators face life-or-death situations, they need their best behaviors to activate automatically. Their solution? Programming their identity through powerful statements. What are those statements? Tune in to find out! University of Pennsylvania research reveals that repeating self-affirmations of this nature that Navy SEALs do phys...

Mar 17, 202518 min

👀Your Eyes Control Your Brain: the panoramic vision hack to motivate yourself do boring, hard things.

What if the way you look at the world could change how you think? Every week, I climb a mountain in Cape Town. At the top, everything shifts. The city looks smaller. My problems feel lighter. The higher I go, the bigger my perspective becomes. But here’s the thing—you don’t need a mountain to experience this shift. Navy SEAL commander Rich Diviney, in his new book "Masters of Uncertainty" talks about how simply changing your gaze can rewire your brain. When you focus on a single object, your min...

Mar 13, 202518 min

Instant Clarity in Chaos: The Navy SEAL Mental Tool for Success in Uncertainty

TUNE IN TO LEARN: What if you could transform paralyzing uncertainty into decisive action? In this eye-opening exploration of mental focus, you'll learn how Navy SEALs navigate chaos and make critical decisions when stakes are highest . Enter the DPO method (Duration-Pathway-Outcome), a neuroscience-backed approach that elite military operators use to create certainty in the most uncertain environments . By deliberately shifting your temporal horizon, you generate the confidence and motivation t...

Mar 10, 202518 min

How to keep smiling going through sh*t: Building Resilient Mindset to Win Big through Hardships

TUNE IN TO LEARN: What separates those who achieve their goals from those who don't? It's not luck or resources—it's mindset. Let's dive deep into the psychology of achievement, revealing how to overcome many obstacles needed for your personal and business growth with great mental health feeling like a hero and having fun. The hard truth? You're not yet good enough for the dream you're pursuing—and that's exactly as it should be. Just as muscles don't develop by lifting lighter weights, your cap...

Mar 07, 202531 min

Energized Living: #1 habit to feel full of energy every day. Energy is the currency of life's success.

TUNE IN TO LEARN: Are you feeling unmotivated or stuck in a rut? Or not feeling all that energized lately? Deflated? Hard to get through the day? Batteries running on low? Discover how the powerful concepts of behavioral activation and the simple act of soaking up sunlight can help you reclaim your energy and motivation in toda's episode! Join me as we delve deep into the relationship between action and emotion. We'll discuss the science behind behavioral activation and how small daily habits ca...

Mar 05, 202519 min

🧠Unlocking Your Full Productivity and Motivation with #1 Brain Hack. Leading yourself, leading others to excel.

TUNE IN TO LEARN: "The only way to make tomorrow a masterpiece is to master today." How do you master today? How do make yourself do things that are hard, uncertain, uncomfortable every day? When there's NO pay-off promised or guaranteed? On today's podcast episode, you will also gain insights and understanding of what drives your motivations , and how leveraging them can open doors to greater achievements . Today you'll learn how to make optimization easy and meaningful VS doing it for the sake...

Mar 03, 202515 min

Unlocking Your Potential and Growing Your Business with AI. You are doing it wrong.

Tune in to learn: In this episode, I'll share how platforms like ChatGPT can act as your personalized mentor, guiding you through the complexities of personal growth and business strategy . From mastering your emotional landscape to leveraging AI for actionable insights, we delve into real-life applications that showcase AI's role in refining your journey toward success . I'll share how I use ChatGpt in my business every day to grow my change management consulting in B2B . And it's not what you ...

Feb 28, 202521 min

🏋️🧠How to Transform Self-Doubt into Self-Belief. Thought rewriting exercise.

TUNE IN TO LEARN: Are you ready to unlock your inner superhero? Join me on an insightful journey where we explore the powerful connection between mindset and physical fitness, highlighting how you can harness the strengths within you to overcome self-doubt and foster genuine empowerment, strong, unbeatbale self-belief. As we discuss the strong correlation between regular exercise and an empowered mindset, you'll learn actionable strategies to boost your mood and self-confidence , delving into ho...

Feb 26, 202523 min

🪨Productivity without Burnout. How people get more done and have time for themselves.

TUNE IN TO LEARN: Ever felt swamped by to-dos while trying to reach your long-term goals? Also wanting to get fitter, meditate, learn and sleep more? ALL at the same time? Using the insightful "rocks, pebbles, and sand" theory, together we'll discover practical strategies to help you focus on what truly matters, ensuring your time and energy are spent wisely on significant actions that propel your life forward WITHOUT overwhelm and burnout. You can have it all. But you got to work on it in the r...

Feb 24, 202514 min

Thriving in Uncertainty: 3 mindsets you need to train to succeed when everything around you is changing.

TUNE IN TO LEARN: The episode will help you learn to embrace change and uncertainty and to act and make decisions effectively in this new normal of accelerating change where old rules don't apply. You'll also learn how to not stress about it which will give you a lot more energy to tackle challenges and prevent burnout. This is a core mindset toolkit to be a leader in your life and navigate life's and career transitions with ease , joy and more success. Text Me Your Thoughts and Ideas Support th...

Feb 21, 202529 min

Mindset Gym: how to build an unshakable belief in yourself. 4 lenses of winners who don't quit.

TUNE IN TO LEARN: If you aren't consistent with hard stuff - some part of your brain doesn't believe it's worth it 🧠 Which part? And how do you change it? Without an absolute, 100% belief in the fact that your hardest efforts will give you a return on investment, aka it'll worth it, don't even hope to stick with hard habits needed to reach your hard goals. How do you develop this UNSHAKABLE belief of a winner ? I'm glad you asked - THIS is what this podcast is all about. Developing an unshakabl...

Feb 17, 202522 min

❄️Feedback that Stings like an Ice Bath: how to keep your confidence after harsh criticism.

TUNE IN TO LEARN: Have you ever felt like feedback was more of a personal attack than constructive criticism ? And you literally felt like it physically hurt and you could barely get back to work, back to your day after? With your confidence levels down to the floor or below ground level? Join me, Angela Shurina, as I share a client's story when total loss of confidence from harsh feedback sparked a journey toward resilience, growth and optimism, AND higher motivation to get back to it, learn an...

Feb 14, 202521 min

😃The Secret to Waking Up Inspired Every Day. Especially when feeling emotionally and mentally stuck.

TUNE IN TO LEARN: Can you truly wake up inspired every day and maintain the energy to chase your dreams? Join me, Angela Shurina, as your Brain's Coach to uncover the secrets of emotional high and easy energy shifting. This episode is your guide to understanding the powerful link between your emotions and spaces , and how mastering this connection can boost your performance by up to 60%, but most importantly boost your vibe, like you get to finally enjoy it more. With insights from Tony Robbins ...

Feb 12, 202517 min

📚Turn Fatigue Into Motivational Fire: The Science of Emotional Shifting with Ethan Kross and his book Shift

TUNE IN TO LEARN: In this episode we'll talk about mastering our emotions so we get to create the future we want , our better future, instead of a future with a lot of regret, "I should have..." We'll explore tools from Ethan Kross's book " Shift : Managing Your Emotions--So They Don't Manage You . " Tools that I use every day to turn daily fatigue into fired-up motivation to keep going , keep honing my craft, keep working on the future that I absolutely love living. You can't control what emoti...

Feb 10, 202515 min

"Later" is a killer of dreams and goals. How to create and maintain urgency to get unstuck.

TUNE IN TO LEARN: This episode focuses on the powerful concept of urgency and its critical importance in driving change in both personal and business contexts. As one great book says, If it's not urgent, it doesn't get done. We explore the barriers to change , and strategies for "training" urgency to overcome them . • Understanding the high failure rate of change initiatives due to lack of urgency • The distinction between coaching's focus on measurable results versus therapy's emphasis on under...

Feb 07, 202536 min

Building Unshakeable Resilience, The Trifecto: Relationships, Psychology, and Your Body.

TUNE IN TO LEARN: How to build resilience through daily practices so you can endure more setbacks to turn accelerating change into your successes! Join me, Angela Shurina, your Executive Leadership Coach, as we uncover and learn how the foundation of strong relationships can be the key to personal and organizational triumph, creating a safety net of support, how certain type of communication practices is fundamental to building our collective ability to endure challenging times. I'll guide you t...

Feb 05, 202524 min

Transforming Dissatisfaction into Personal Growth. "I have it all and I'm not happy" - when checking boxes isn't satisfying.

This episode explores the common experience of feeling unfulfilled despite outward achievements and the crucial role of personal growth in finding satisfaction. Tune in to figure out: - why you feel like something's missing; - how to fill "the cup" and start filling like your life has meaning and direction; - a simple action plan to start right away to bring more satisfaction into your daily life. Text Me Your Thoughts and Ideas Support the show Brought to you by Angela Shurina Behavior-First Ch...

Feb 02, 202521 min

Beating Self-Doubt. The most effective question that cuts through our self-sabotaging stories.

TUNE IN TO LEARN: Today, I'm gonna challenge you to confront and transform the limiting narratives that hold you back . Join me on this journey to discover the empowering concept that changing your story can change your life. We dive into the excuses and disempowering tales that often dictate our actions and shapes our lives. We found the enemy - and it's us. Text Me Your Thoughts and Ideas Support the show Brought to you by Angela Shurina Behavior-First Change Leadership & Culture Transform...

Jan 29, 202517 min

95% of people don't know #1 factor that motivates people for long-term goals. Be the 5%. Make your motivation last for years.

TUNE IN TO LEARN: Wanna know the secret to sustained motivation? 95% of people have no idea! No wonder you hear things like - motivation doesn't last. Most don't know how it works! Join us as we uncover the power of progress milestones , featuring a fascinating story from a client about a Norwegian motivational speaker who used this secret to conquer the icy trek to the North Pole . Discover how you can harness this approach to keep the momentum alive, turning overwhelming ambitions into achieva...

Jan 27, 202517 min
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