1115: Breaking Through Limiting Beliefs and Anxiety Using Neuroscience With John Assaraf Part 1

In today's episode, Gina shares part one of an interview she conducted with John Assaraf, a world renowned mindset and success expert. John has published numerous books and appeared in numerous films including "The Secret". Listen in as John and Gina begin to unpack some valuable wisdom that can help you succeed in your anxiety recovery journey.

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Chapters

0:43 Introduction to John Ashraf

2:22 John’s Personal Journey

9:00 The Mentor That Changed Everything

10:56 Understanding Brain Function

12:14 The Role of Beliefs

14:06 Types of Beliefs Explained

19:48 Overcoming Our Belief Systems

20:42 Conclusion and Next Steps

Summary

In this episode of the Anxiety Coaches Podcast, host Gina Ryan welcomes world-renowned mindset and success expert John Ashraf. Ashraf, a highly respected figure in personal development, brings a wealth of knowledge with his background as a successful entrepreneur, author of 14 books (including two New York Times bestsellers), and appearances in prominent films such as "The Secret." Throughout the conversation, John emphasizes the importance of mental fitness and personal growth, discussing his experiences that shaped his journey and his innovative approaches to mindset coaching.

John shares his tumultuous background, detailing the challenges he faced growing up, including familial instability due to an alcoholic father, personal insecurities, and involvement in illegal activities. These experiences led him to a pivotal moment in his life when his brother introduced him to Alan Brown, a successful real estate developer who became his mentor. This encounter was transformative, as Brown prompted John to reflect on his goals and dreams, challenging him to distinguish between being interested in achieving his aspirations and being truly committed to them. This distinction acted as a catalyst for John’s personal development, and he committed to changing the trajectory of his life.

The discussion moves toward the fundamental concept of belief systems, where John elaborates on how beliefs shape our reality and behaviors. He explains the two types of beliefs: declarative beliefs—those we can consciously acknowledge—and non-declarative beliefs, which reside in our subconscious and often dictate our self-worth and potential. He emphasizes that no one is born with beliefs; rather, they’re formed through experiences, interactions, and environmental influences throughout life. John utilizes vivid metaphors to help listeners visualize this process, likening belief patterns to software that runs within our brains, often filled with misconceptions and secondhand narratives rather than objective truths.

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