Ep 507: Turning Self-Doubt Into Self-Belief: How Strengths & Values Transform Midlife Challenges with Lindsay Guest

The Health Fix Podcast

Episode Overview: In this episode, I share my personal journey of working with Lindsay, a Positive Psychology Coach who helped me harness my strengths and values to overcome my midlife challenges. As hormone shifts left me struggling with confidence and trapped in the comparison game, Lindsay’s strengths-based coaching approach empowered me to rediscover my capabilities and eliminate imposter syndrome for good. Tune in to learn how identifying your strengths can turn self-doubt into self-belief and help you navigate life’s transitions with clarity and purpose.

Key Takeaways:

1. How Strengths Turn Self-Doubt into Self-Belief

   • Understand how identifying and leveraging your core strengths can shift your mindset from uncertainty to empowerment.

2. Eliminating Procrastination Through Strengths

   • Learn how knowing your strengths can help you break the cycle of procrastination and take more aligned, purposeful action.

3. Achieving Your Life Goals with Strengths-Based Strategies

   • Explore how to set and achieve goals by utilizing your unique strengths to overcome obstacles and stay motivated.

4. Why No One Is Better Than You—They Just Do Things Differently

   • Discover how reframing comparisons can lead to greater self-acceptance and how embracing your authentic self brings out your best.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• Gallup (Clifton) Strengths
• VIA Character Strengths Survey
• Connect with Lindsay:
  • Instagram: @Lindsayguest
  • LinkedIn: @Lindsayguest
  • Lindsay's Website

Values & Strengths Explored During Coaching:

• Dr. J’s Core Values:

  1. Honesty
  2. Love of Learning
  3. Humility
  4. Hope
  5. Kindness
  6. Humor
  7. Perseverance
  8. Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence
  9. Prudence
  10. Fairness

• Dr. J’s Strengths Identified:

  1. Harmony
  2. Achiever
  3. Learner
  4. Intellection
  5. Adaptability
  6. Empathy
  7. Input
  8. Consistency
  9. Relator
  10. Responsibility
  11. Belief

Closing Thoughts: Working with a strengths-based coach like Lindsay can transform not just how you view yourself but how you approach life’s challenges. By aligning with your values and leveraging your strengths, you can unlock new levels of confidence and resilience—even in the midst of major life transitions.