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Think You’re in Control? That’s the Lie Holding You Back

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Content provided by Charles Ernst. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Charles Ernst or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

In this episode, Charles breaks down the illusion of control and how it impacts decision-making, action, and success. He explains how the subconscious mind is constantly working to keep people emotionally “safe,” often by convincing them not to act. Fear of rejection, failure, or discomfort becomes the justification for self-sabotage. Charles highlights how overthinking leads to inaction and how discipline and consistent action are the antidotes. He uses relatable examples, like avoiding a cold call or withholding ideas from a boss, to show how emotional resistance can limit growth. Ultimately, he challenges listeners to stop waiting, start doing, and reprogram their subconscious through movement and simplicity.

💸 INSANE GAME PLAN to make you SUPER SUCCESSFUL and SKYROCKET YOUR BUSINESS! 💸

Welcome to HeyCharles, as a CEO, business owner, and entrepreneur, Charles helps create a game plan for ultimate success. 🚀

🔥 FOLLOW ON ALL PLATFORMS 🔥

• Instagram - @heycharles77

• TikTok - @heycharles77

• Twitter - @heycharles77

• Youtube - @HeyCharlesBiz

Key Moments:

1.The Illusion of Control (00:00 – 01:08)

Charles introduces the myth of control and how fear-based emotions dictate behavior.

2.Why We Self-Sabotage (01:08 – 02:45)

He explains how the subconscious mind protects us by avoiding potential emotional pain.

3.Fear of Rejection and Emotional Safety (02:45 – 04:39)

Charles provides real-life examples to show how hesitation stems from emotional triggers, not logic.

4.Negative Emotion Becomes Programming (04:40 – 06:15)

He dives into how bottling up fear or shame reprograms the subconscious to avoid effort.

5.Break the Cycle with Action (07:02 – 08:10)

Action and repetition are presented as the cure to emotional paralysis.

6.Set Rules, Not Goals (08:10 – 09:33)

He offers a mindset shift: create simple, repeatable daily rules to override fear.

7.You Can’t Win Without Swinging (11:52 – 13:13)

Charles uses the baseball analogy to remind listeners: you miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.

  continue reading

70 episodes

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Manage episode 498639747 series 3582938
Content provided by Charles Ernst. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Charles Ernst or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

In this episode, Charles breaks down the illusion of control and how it impacts decision-making, action, and success. He explains how the subconscious mind is constantly working to keep people emotionally “safe,” often by convincing them not to act. Fear of rejection, failure, or discomfort becomes the justification for self-sabotage. Charles highlights how overthinking leads to inaction and how discipline and consistent action are the antidotes. He uses relatable examples, like avoiding a cold call or withholding ideas from a boss, to show how emotional resistance can limit growth. Ultimately, he challenges listeners to stop waiting, start doing, and reprogram their subconscious through movement and simplicity.

💸 INSANE GAME PLAN to make you SUPER SUCCESSFUL and SKYROCKET YOUR BUSINESS! 💸

Welcome to HeyCharles, as a CEO, business owner, and entrepreneur, Charles helps create a game plan for ultimate success. 🚀

🔥 FOLLOW ON ALL PLATFORMS 🔥

• Instagram - @heycharles77

• TikTok - @heycharles77

• Twitter - @heycharles77

• Youtube - @HeyCharlesBiz

Key Moments:

1.The Illusion of Control (00:00 – 01:08)

Charles introduces the myth of control and how fear-based emotions dictate behavior.

2.Why We Self-Sabotage (01:08 – 02:45)

He explains how the subconscious mind protects us by avoiding potential emotional pain.

3.Fear of Rejection and Emotional Safety (02:45 – 04:39)

Charles provides real-life examples to show how hesitation stems from emotional triggers, not logic.

4.Negative Emotion Becomes Programming (04:40 – 06:15)

He dives into how bottling up fear or shame reprograms the subconscious to avoid effort.

5.Break the Cycle with Action (07:02 – 08:10)

Action and repetition are presented as the cure to emotional paralysis.

6.Set Rules, Not Goals (08:10 – 09:33)

He offers a mindset shift: create simple, repeatable daily rules to override fear.

7.You Can’t Win Without Swinging (11:52 – 13:13)

Charles uses the baseball analogy to remind listeners: you miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.

  continue reading

70 episodes

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