I Never Thought Of It That Way

In this episode, Krystle discusses the brain's tendency to self-sabotage and how it can be overcome through intentional thinking. She explains how the brain creates shortcuts or neural pathways based on past experiences, which can lead to negative thinking patterns. She adds that repetition and effort can transform these shortcuts into positive ones. Krystle identifies 10 ways in which individ...

Did you know that overthinking is a habit? And since it's a habit, it can be changed! Krystle Kustanovich shares her journey of overcoming overthinking, which had hindered her personal growth. She discusses how she shifted her attention away from negative thinking by connecting with her body through sensory experiences. This new focus brought her into the present moment and by engaging the sen...

If your child thrives in sports, and you want to be the type of parent that offers them an advantage when developing their mental game for long-term sports involvement (whether for fun or you can envision it as a career!), then this is for you! Krystle discusses approaching children's sports as a parent and includes information that the professional athletes she works with wish they had known...

In this episode, you will discover how you can use self-assessment to help you learn more about yourself. Imagine going on an adventure inside yourself! Krystle unpacks the multiple assessments she's done and explains how she uses the results for personal growth. She also explains how these assessments aren't just about labels. They're like treasure maps to find out more about ourselve...

Krystle discusses Sir John Whitmore's GROW Model, a coaching framework that helps individuals set and achieve goals. She breaks down how you can use the model while sharing how she applied it to a personal goal. Krystle also provides tips and extra exploratory questions to help you apply the model to your goal/s. By the end of the episode, you will know how to use this model to get clarity and...

Learning to say no and set boundaries is crucial for maintaining a healthy balance between your personal and professional life. Krystle shares her experience setting boundaries and clarifying expectations for herself and others using a procedure she created to manage a new boundary (ie. Her Boundary Blueprint). She discusses her journey of learning to say no and developing strategies to manage neg...

Krystle explains Christian van Nieuwerburgh's 20 common cognitive distortions and then shares strategies for changing these negative thought patterns. She provides examples of each distortion and encourages listeners to identify and challenge them so that they can overcome these errors, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and alternative ways to motivate oneself. You can find more inf...

In this episode, I shared a personal journey of developing emotional intelligence, from recognizing and labelling emotions to regulating them through self-awareness. I emphasised the importance of acknowledging and understanding emotions, which helped me overcome vulnerability and betrayal. I also discussed various tools for emotional awareness, such as the Emotion Wheel, and reflected on past sit...

In this episode, I discussed the self-reinforcing cycle of beliefs that shape our thoughts, emotions, and behaviours (i.e. The Self-Fulfilling Prophecy); The interplay between beliefs and personal growth/development; The importance of recognising the evolution of values and priorities as we grow and age; How beliefs shape our lives; How we need to adapt and change as we age/mature. For a resource...

Krystle Kustanovich discusses the importance of self-awareness and skill-building in developing self-confidence. She emphasises that self-confidence is not innate but can be developed through beliefs and actions. Understanding one's perception of self and skills is crucial for building self-confidence. Krystle highlights the role of self-reflection and intentional action in cultivating self-aw...