The Self-Image Shift
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Lasting transformation isn’t necessarily about willpower or discipline, but about how you see yourself. In this episode of UPLEVEL: Real Health, Real Talk, Dr. Jenna dives into the hidden power of self-image in driving meaningful change. She reveals why old labels and limiting beliefs keep us stuck, and how awareness, affirmations, and visualization can rewire the brain for success. You’ll hear how fear of change, imposter syndrome, and stories from the past can hold you back, and how to let them go. With practical steps to reframe identity and celebrate progress, Dr. Jenna shows how stepping into the identity you want to embody makes healthy choices second nature. Tune in and learn how to rewrite your inner script for a life that feels aligned, authentic, and sustainable!
Key Points From This Episode:
- Self-image: how it serves as a mental blueprint of who you believe you are.
- Why identity is stronger than motivation in shaping lasting habits.
- How the labels you use shape your health and reality.
- Old self-image as the hidden cause of plateaus and setbacks.
- Neuroplasticity: how repeated thoughts rewire the brain.
- How stress and self-talk directly impact hormones and results.
- Awareness as the first step towards change: notice identity statements you use.
- Reframing “I try” into “I am” to align with new habits.
- Visualization and mental rehearsal as tools to reprogram the brain.
- Celebrating small wins as evidence of your new identity.
- Common blocks: fear of change, imposter syndrome, old stories.
- Why you can rewrite your self-image at any age.
- How new habits become easier and more natural over time.
- Letting go of comparison and embracing your own worth.
- Final reflection: Find one old identity to release, and one new one to claim.
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
Psycho-Cybernetics: A New Way to Get More Living Out of Life
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