E20 | Why do I Doubt Myself Even When I know The Answer?

About this episode

Damian and Elaine discuss the impact of inner conversation on self-doubt and leadership, sharing practical steps for emotional regulation and mindfulness.

In this episode Damian and Elaine continue Chapter 3 — Mindset Is Everything: Developing Your Inner Coach. They explore how our inner conversation either supports or sabotages progress, and Damian shares a personal story about discipline, self-trust, and the habits that built his own inner coach. We dig into Pam McLean’s framework—presence, emotional awareness, boundaries, systems, courage, and embodiment—and practical steps to regulate emotion in a VUCA/BUNNY world (volatile, uncertain, complex, ambiguous → brittle, anxious, non-linear, incomprehensible). The conversation also tackles modern supports: when to seek help, how AI “agents” might augment leadership, and simple daily practices leaders can use to cultivate mindfulness, reflective space, and better decision-making. Tune in for actionable tips on listening to your inner voice, creating nonjudgmental reflective time, and inviting others to help you grow — because leadership starts from the inside out. ➤ 📘 Pre-order the book: Lead With a Coaching Mindset — http://bit.ly/orderLeadwithaCoachingMindset ➤ 🌐 Learn more: goldvargconsulting.com ➤ 🔔 Subscribe & stay tuned: Hit “Subscribe” on your listening platform so you…

People in this episode

Host: Damian Goldvarg

Guest: Elaine

Topics covered

• self-doubt
• mindset
• inner coach
• emotional awareness
• leadership
• mindfulness
• decision-making

Keywords

• self-trust
• discipline
• VUCA
• BUNNY
• reflective practices
• AI in leadership
• personal growth

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