243 Rewiring Negative Self Talk: Interview with Suzy Burke
The conversations that shape our lives often happen inside our own minds. When those inner dialogues turn critical, they can quietly influence every decision, interaction, and result. In Episode 243 of The Mindset Game® podcast, psychologist and author Suzy Burke shares practical tools to rewire negative self-talk and reclaim your inner confidence. You will learn: Why our brains are wired to focus on the negative—and how to break the loop The simple process of recognizing, questioning, and changing limiting thoughts How to build emotional resilience and think more clearly, even in moments of stress The science behind the “amygdala hijack” and how to reset your state through awareness and breath Suzy also offers inspiring stories and techniques from her new book Headamentals, co-authored with Ryan Berman and Rhett Power, helping you quiet the noise, think with greater clarity, and lead from a place of calm strength. To connect with Suzy or learn more about her work, visit www.suzyburke.phd. To subscribe to The Mindset Game® podcast or leave a review, visit https://apple.co/3oAnR8I.
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242 Breaking the Patterns That Hold Us Back: Interview with Sally Helgesen
As we move through our careers and lives, many of us fall into habits that unintentionally hold us back. Whether it’s underselling our contributions, striving for perfection, or waiting until we feel “fully ready” before stepping into new opportunities, these patterns can limit both our growth and our impact. For Sally Helgesen – our guest in Episode 241 of The Mindset Game® podcast – decades of research, writing, and coaching have centered on helping people and organizations break through these barriers. Recognized by Forbes as the world’s premier expert on women’s leadership, Sally has authored best-selling books including How Women Rise (co-authored with Marshall Goldsmith), The Female Advantage, and most recently Rising Together. Her work has been credited with bringing the language of inclusion into business and continues to influence professionals across the globe. In this week’s episode, Sally shares the following: How to claim your contributions in a way that feels authentic and builds visibility. Why perfectionism creates unnecessary stress and keeps people from stepping into bigger opportunities. Practical ways to grow confidence, from enlisting allies to practicing new behaviors even when they feel uncomfortable. To learn more about Sally and her work, visit sallyhelgesen.com or explore her newsletter All Rise on Substack. To subscribe to The Mindset Game® podcast or leave a review, visit https://apple.co/3oAnR8I.
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241 How to Thrive in the Age of AI: Interview with John Sanei
As the world shifts rapidly with the rise of AI, many wonder what it truly means to thrive in the future of work. According to futurist, best-selling author, and global speaker John Sanei, the answer lies not in competing with machines but in cultivating the qualities that make us uniquely human: adaptability, curiosity, and conscious influence. John is recognized as the World’s Top 5 Futurist, a 6x best-selling author, and keynote speaker on human-AI dynamics and the Adaptable Intelligence™️ Framework . He’s also the co-host of the 2x award-winning podcast The Expansive and serves on the faculty at Singularity University and Duke Corporate Education. As our guest in Episode 241 of The Mindset Game® podcast, John shares: How history has moved from physicality (agriculture) to IQ (industrial age), and why AI is now surpassing human IQ — making AQ (adaptability quotient) the most critical human skill for the future Why influence in the attention economy requires authenticity, presence, and strong personal power dynamics How to shift awareness at pace in order to stay relevant, spot new opportunities, and consciously shape the future To learn more about John and his work, visit johnsanei.com. To subscribe to The Mindset Game® podcast or leave a review, please visit Apple Podcasts.
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240 The Era of Heart Leadership: Interview with Arnaud Saint-Paul
At a time when leaders and organizations are navigating constant change, many are searching for new ways to create harmony, resilience, and greater impact. Our guest in Episode 240 of The Mindset Game® podcast, Arnaud Saint-Paul, is a philanthropist and award-winning entrepreneur who has directly guided hundreds of individuals and inspired more than 50 million people worldwide to embrace heart-centered living. In this conversation, Arnaud shares: Why coherence – a state of alignment between the heart, brain, and nervous system – is the foundation for leadership, innovation, and lasting impact How unresolved patterns from the past can create emotional discord in our work, and practical ways to transform them through forgiveness, compassion, and presence Practical tools – from simple pauses to conscious breathing – to bring more peace, clarity, and unity into everyday decisions To explore Arnaud’s work, take the Heart Leadership Assessment, and learn more about the upcoming Heart Leadership Index, visit tapuat.com. To subscribe to The Mindset Game® podcast or leave a review, visit https://apple.co/3oAnR8I
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239 Living Your Happiest Life: Interview with Rob Dubin
We’ve all heard the expression, “money can’t buy happiness” – yet many people believe that they will only be happy when they’ve obtained certain material things or achieved socially recognized levels of success in their personal and professional lives. What if true happiness wasn’t a byproduct of external factors, but rather something that any of us could choose to cultivate regardless of our circumstances? Rob Dubin is a seasoned adventurer and resilience expert who has spent decades learning from some of the world's most extraordinary people, from top CEOs to world-class athletes and even U.S. presidents, by working one-on-one with them and making documentary films about their lives. Rob has transformed the insights he learned from all of these gamechangers into a powerful blueprint for success, applying it to build million-dollar businesses, set aviation records, and even sail around the world. After surviving a near-death experience while on a skiing trip deep in the Colorado mountains, Rob shifted his focus to researching happiness, visiting over 100 countries to understand the science of human happiness and how happier employees lead to more engaged workplaces that drive lasting success. In Episode 239 of The Mindset Game® podcast, Rob shares the following: A simple yet powerful way to cultivate a more optimistic, solutions-oriented mindset in your daily life — while still acknowledging the challenges you face Techniques for increasing the two types of happiness that we all need — hedonic and eudaemonic— such as finding your purpose and practicing servant leadership How learning to be truly present in the moment can fuel happiness Why asking better questions is not only a powerful problem-solving technique, but can also lead to greater happiness as it empowers you to let go of baggage that may be weighing you down To learn more about Rob and access a variety of resources, including his TEDx talk, visit https://robdubin.com. To subscribe to The Mindset Game® podcast or leave a review, visit https://apple.co/3oAnR8I.
What if the greatest game you’ll ever play is the one within your own mind?
Hosted by Vered Kogan, keynote speaker, executive coach, and Certified Change Management Professional, The Mindset Game® Podcast explores how to rewire your thinking, regulate emotions, and create the inner alignment that drives outer success.
Through thought-provoking conversations with world-renowned experts in psychology, leadership, and personal growth, Vered shares evidence-based tools and practical strategies to help you get unstuck, build resilience, lead with clarity, and create lasting transformation in your work and life.
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