Behavioural Coaching, Meaning-Making, and Finding the Middle Way — Eric Zimmer
From The Weekend University by Insights for Evolving Consciousness.
April 2, 2026 · 1h 1m
About this episode
In this episode, Eric Zimmer discusses the intersection of behavioral coaching and spirituality, emphasizing personal growth and transformation.
Get Your Copy of Eric's New Book: https://www.oneyoufeed.net/book/ In this episode, I speak with Eric Zimmer— a behavioural coach, podcast host, and writer—whose work blends spirituality with the science of behaviour change. Eric is best known as the host of the award winning “One You Feed Podcast”. In this conversation, we explore: — Why lasting change requires both inner and outer transformation — How to move beyond shame and identity-based thinking — The power of reframing behaviour as a puzzle to be solved rather than a problem to be fixed — What it means to be “on your own side”, and how this fuels personal growth — Why self-compassion and accountability are not opposites—but partners And more. You can learn more about Eric’s podcast, membership, and programs at oneyoufeed.net --- A behavior coach, Certified Interfaith Spiritual Director, podcast host, and writer, Eric Zimmer is endlessly inspired by the quest for a greater understanding of how our minds work and how to intentionally create the lives we want to live. At the age of 24, Eric was homeless, addicted to heroin and facing long jail sentences. In the years since he has found a way to recover from addiction and…
People in this episode
Host: Unknown
Guest: Eric Zimmer
Topics covered
- behavioral coaching
- spirituality
- personal growth
- self-compassion
- identity
Keywords
- behavior change
- shame
- self-compassion
- accountability
- personal growth
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: One You Feed Podcast
Products: Eric's New Book
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