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The Life Coach School Podcast

Brooke Castillowww.thelifecoachschool.com
The Life Coach School Podcast is your go-to resource for learning, growing, and becoming certified as a Life Coach & Weight Loss Coach. Through this podcast, you'll hear directly from the Master Coach Brooke Castillo to help you better understand life coaching, the required skills and mindsets, and how we focus on serving the client to get them the results they seek. At The Life Coach School, we offer a thorough and intense certification course that produces some of the most successful coaches coaching today. Learn more at TheLifeCoachSchool.com.

Episodes

Ep #501: How to Take an "L"

Are you making your Ls, or losses, mean that you should give up?   Are you making them mean that you’re a loser ?   I get it. I lose a lot. But I also win a lot - because I stay in the game.   Today, I'm sharing how to take a loss and use it to make yourself even better than had you not lost at all. The bigger your dreams are, the more opportunities you will have to practice these steps. Let’s go.  ...

Nov 23, 202321 minEp. 501

Ep #500: The Best of 500

What an incredible milestone we have achieved together.   This body of work is a testament to the power of consistency.   Mine and yours.   In this collection of clips, we're going all the way back to the first episodes, to the introduction of how our thoughts create our feelings and how to do a thought download, to the compound effect that small, consistent action has on our lives and on our successes.  ...

Nov 16, 202350 minEp. 500

Ep #499: Fight For It

Too many people aren’t willing to fight for what they really want, and instead, they blame themselves or others for not getting it.   In this episode, I invite you to consider where you aren’t fighting for what you want and why maybe you should. I share some examples of where I’m willing to fight and the importance of having your own back.   Plus, in this week’s Examples of Awesome interview, Master Certified Coach Brig Johnson talks to Akilah Folami, coach for attorneys, about why you...

Nov 09, 202337 minEp. 499

Ep #498: Influence

From the people we have personal relationships with to the people we follow on social media, we are constantly being influenced.   The people you allow to directly or indirectly influence you have an impact on your decisions, your habits, and how you show up.    In this episode, I show you how to see who is influencing you, how to stop being influenced by people you don’t want to be influenced by, and how to consciously choose who influences you moving forward....

Nov 02, 202326 minEp. 498

Ep #497: Negative Self Noise

Do you ever suddenly find yourself down the rabbit hole of negative self talk?   Do you ever ask yourself, "Are these thoughts serving me?"   In this episode, I talk about our brain’s negative noise. Negative noise tells us negative things about our lives, self, and the world. I discuss how to identify negative noise so that you can process and heal from it. Some negative thoughts get lodged into our minds and we don’t even realize it, but there are ways to counteract this and program ...

Oct 26, 202335 minEp. 497

Ep #496: Goal Cost

Every goal you set comes with a cost.   The problem is, most people don’t consider the cost of a goal when they set it.   In this episode, I share how to do a Cost-Benefit Analysis of your goal so that when the costs come up, you are prepared to pay them. Discover why establishing the cost (and all the added benefits) of setting your goal is crucial for anything you want to achieve.  

Oct 19, 202329 minEp. 496

Ep #495: Create or Consume

It is completely normal for us to consume a lot. It’s what we’re trained to do as humans.    However, when we’re consuming more than we’re creating, we run into problems.   In this episode, I share what over-consuming looks like, how we get there, and how to break out of over-consumption by creating more. If you’re tired of feeling stagnant in your life, it’s time to look at your output and start creating a life you truly love.   Plus, in this week’s Examples of Awesome inter...

Oct 12, 202337 minEp. 495

Ep #494: Overdesire. Overhunger. Overtrying.

You might think that once you lose the weight and get the body you want, you can finally be happy.   Unfortunately, this usually leads to burnout from trying to get those results as quickly as possible.   This week, find out why overdesire, overhunger, and overtrying won’t get you the results you want faster. I share how to create sustainable, long-lasting results without rejecting the body you’re in right now.  

Oct 05, 202322 minEp. 494

Ep #493: Remember Your Future

We get so caught up in the surface-level, petty nonsense of our lives that we forget to remember our future.   I invite you to remember it now. What would your future self say to you today?   Tune in this week as I explore this question. Whenever you think about how precious life is, do this exercise to tune in to your future self. Consider what they would want you to spend the next two decades doing, and start.  

Sep 28, 202321 minEp. 493

Ep #492: Secret Pain

If you feel like you’re just going through the motions and life is happening all around you but you’re not in it, I see you.   I’ve been there.   In this episode, I share two ways to heal your secret pain. Learn how to stop dissociating from it and drop the shame.   Plus, in this week’s Examples of Awesome interview, Master Certified Coach Judith Gaton is joined by Master Certified Coach Sara Fisk to talk about how to stop ruminating and start looking inward for validation.  ...

Sep 21, 202341 minEp. 492

Ep #491: Feel Harder

Most people try to avoid feeling anger and other negative emotions. You might want to repress it or even meditate it away.   However, after a recent realization I had about a time when I felt very angry, I was reminded how important it is to process our emotions.   Tune in this week to learn why we need to feel harder, process our negative emotions, and the magic that happens when we do.

Sep 14, 202323 minEp. 491

Ep #490: Boundaries vs Avoiding

If you’re experiencing resentment, agitation, frustration, and even anger as it relates to someone you’re in relationship with, understanding the difference between boundaries and avoidance is vital.   Join me to hear the differences between boundaries and avoiding, and an exercise you can try that will distinguish which camp you currently fall into.   Plus, on this week’s Examples of Awesome interview, Brig Johnson speaks to Master Certified Coach Gabrielle Smith about how she helps c...

Sep 07, 202333 minEp. 490

Ep #489: Feminine Selling with Aprille Franks

Do you ever wonder why selling feels uncomfortable?   If you’re a woman who’s afraid to sell, doesn’t want to come across as pushy, or feels uncomfortable raising your prices, this is for you.   Join me and Aprille Franks to hear why every woman needs to learn the Feminine Selling process, and why it’s the antidote to everything you hate about selling right now.  

Aug 31, 202326 minEp. 489

Ep #488: 10 Ideas About Life

There are a lot of concepts and teachings I’ve created over the years that you can begin exploring right now to change your life.   But have you ever wondered where to start?   Hear 10 ideas about life that I’ve distilled and simplified down to their core, and why each one is worth trying on.  

Aug 24, 202322 minEp. 488

Ep #487: Deserved Hate

We all make mistakes, fail, and show up in ways we wish we hadn’t.   Our actions have consequences that can include others being disappointed and angry at us.   This week, learn what accepting responsibility and acknowledging your mistakes does for your experience as a human. I share how to own your behavior, hold space for those you hurt, and use their feedback to improve.

Aug 17, 202319 minEp. 487

Ep #486: Help People

When you feel frustrated, annoyed, and like the world is against you, there is one thing that will put things into perspective for you.   Helping others.   That’s what I explore in this episode. I share why helping others helps you, how to shift your mindset to be able to help someone else, and why this action is so empowering.   Plus, on this week’s Examples of Awesome series, Master Coach Brig Johnson interviews Life and Weight Loss Coach Jennifer Dent Brown on the power of crea...

Aug 10, 202331 minEp. 486

Ep #485: Increased Experience

Once you find a job, relationship, or location that feels safe, your brain will resist changing it.   But what kind of life are you missing out on by staying safe? What new experiences or even new idententities are you denying yourself?   In this episode, I explore all the benefits that come with increased experience in your life. Learn why intentionally increasing your experiences can lead to an even more amazing life, and how to consciously choose something new despite your brain’s r...

Aug 03, 202321 minEp. 485

Ep #484: Weakness

What would happen if you deliberately looked at your weaknesses and embraced them? Would that change how you show up in the world?   Is it possible that you could even enjoy your weaknesses?   In this episode, I break down the ways we typically deal with our weaknesses and the impacts of those decisions. Discover what could happen when you bring awareness to your weaknesses and embrace them.    Plus, in this week’s Examples of Awesome segment, Master Certified Style Coach Jud...

Jul 27, 202337 minEp. 484

Ep #483: Create Your Work for the World

Why aren’t you sharing your work with the world? If you’re like most people, you either lack the confidence or the motivation.   This week’s episode shows you how to find the confidence and motivation you need to bring your unique offering into the world. Discover the six phases of creation, why you can and should monetize what you create, and how to do this work alongside me this summer.  ...

Jul 20, 202332 minEp. 483

Ep #482: Let's Get Rich, Ladies

There are people out there that don’t want you to get rich.    Some of those people are even other women.   Maybe you’re one of them but haven’t realized it.   In this episode, I invite you to acknowledge the tremendous effort women throughout history have made so that you can be an entrepreneur, why you should get as rich as you can and want to, and why you should support other women on this journey, as well.  ...

Jul 13, 202320 minEp. 482

Ep #481: Take Responsibility

There are many circumstances in our lives that we cannot control.   The one thing we always have control over, however, is ourselves. And taking responsibility for ourselves is incredibly empowering.   This week, hear how amazing taking responsibility can be for your life and how to do it without beating yourself up.   Plus, in this week’s Examples of Awesome segment, Brig Johnson talks to Master Certified Life Coach TaVona Denise about the longevity of her career, and why it’s no...

Jul 06, 202329 minEp. 481

Ep #480: Identity and Self Authority

Certified Life Coaches Dex Randall, Dr. Sonia Wright, Zayne Khan, and Chris Hale share their amazing insights on what identity actually is, how we shape our identities to fit in, and the power of deciding to be ourselves.   Find out how being “othered” might impact your experience and how to balance your desire to fit in with the desire to accept yourself for who you are. We discuss how living with one or more marginalized identities is laborious, but it’s also an act of activism, and share...

Jun 29, 202353 minEp. 480

Ep #479: Opportunities

You currently have opportunities waiting to be presented to you and opportunities waiting to be created.   You also have opportunities in your past that you missed.   In this episode, learn how to bring awareness to the opportunities available to you and how to take action on them. I share the three different types of opportunities, why you might not be seeing all of them in your life, and how to change that.  

Jun 22, 202325 minEp. 479

Ep #478: Examples of Awesome Series with Cris Berlingeri

To kick off this new series, Master Certified Life Coach Judith Gaton interviews the multi-passionate, ambitious, and successful Cris Berlingeri, whose mission is to empower Hispanic women to create their most purposeful and fulfilling lives.   You also hear from Brig Johnson in conversation with Judith about how they found their coaching niches and what inspires them to keep going.   Each of these exceptional coaches show you what’s possible when you go after the life you want....

Jun 15, 202327 minEp. 478

Bonus: Your Life: Reimagined. With Erika Royal, Courtney Delgado, and Katie Pulsifer

Several months ago, I challenged my team members, Erika Royal, Courtney Delgado, and Katie Pulsifer, to create the best Certification program we've ever had. And they've done it. This conversation is about the process they used to reimagine the program and how you can think about reimagining your own life.   You'll hear what it means to constantly be improving, to never get comfortable, and to always be the best of the best in terms of over delivering. If you are interested in becoming...

Jun 12, 202326 min

Ep #477: Authentic Giving

From a young age, we are taught that to be a good person, we have to give and share.   So, how can you identify when you are giving from true generosity or to get something in return, like approval or thanks?   Find out why it’s so common to give inauthentically, how to know when you’re doing it, and how to ensure giving never leaves you feeling depleted.  ...

Jun 08, 202323 minEp. 477

Ep #476: Values

As a company, values guide your business decisions and unite your team.   In your personal life, living a life that is fully aligned with your values makes you more of who you want to be.   Learn how to decide what your values are, how your values impact every part of your life, and how to start this process today.   

Jun 01, 202321 minEp. 476

Ep #475: The Reset

Whether you want to lose weight, finally maintain a clean home, or hit a new level of business success, you need to know where you’re going and how to get there.   Tune in this week to hear my 4-step process for resetting your life and moving forward with intention, love, and commitment.   

May 25, 202326 minEp. 475

Ep #474: Wants

What do you want?   It is so common for people to say “I don’t know” when asked what they want. If this is you, it’s time to get to work.   In this episode, learn why knowing what you want is so important, how to figure out what you want, and how to get in the habit of honoring your wants.

May 18, 202321 minEp. 474

Ep #473: Tolerance

Some people have a high tolerance level. Some of us have a low tolerance level.   Neither tolerance level is better than the other. However, finding a middle ground may help you become more of the person you want to be.   Find out why understanding your tolerance level gives you insight into the behavior you expect from yourself and others, and how to be intentional about what you do or do not tolerate.  

May 11, 202319 minEp. 473