Legacy & Leadership Coach: “Most Entrepreneurs Are Lying To Themselves!” Unresolved Trauma Is Controlling Your Success & Why Pushing Harder Is Making You Miserable - Janelle Bruland | EP 242
Episode Notes
In this episode, I’m joined by Janelle Bruland, entrepreneur and author, to explore how legacy shapes leadership and personal fulfillment. We dive into the importance of discovering your true purpose, identifying and healing the pain of your past, and establishing the daily habits that bring genuine peace and happiness. You’ll come away with powerful strategies to align your life and leadership with your deepest values, so you can create a legacy that truly matters.
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Video Chapters
00:00 – Introduction
00:42 – Janelle Bruland’s Legacy Inspiration
01:33 – Lessons from Entrepreneurial Family Life
02:19 – Defining “Legacy” and Core Values
03:12 – What It Means to Leave a Lasting Impact
04:34 – Unpacking “The Success Lie” and Society's Expectations
06:03 – Practical Exercises for Discovering Your Purpose
06:55 – Janelle’s New Book: “Your Way Back to Happy”
08:24 – Addressing Unresolved Trauma and Entrepreneurship
10:59 – Signs of Unconscious Emotional Baggage
11:47 – When Perseverance Stops Working: Push Through vs. Accept & Release
13:39 – Surrendering vs. Forcing Through Challenges
15:03 – Book of Life Exercise: Mapping Your Decades for Clarity
17:22 – Connecting Highs, Lows, and Purpose
18:18 – Finding Peace Amidst the Chaos
20:38 – Mindfulness as a Business Owner’s “Superpower”
21:03 – Morning Rituals and Meditation Best Practices
22:10 – How Meditation Builds Presence and Focus
24:12 – The Ripple Effect of Leadership Self-Care
25:37 – Unplugging and the Value of Sabbaticals
27:33 – Digital Detox: Practical Tips and Personal Stories
28:24 – Where to Find “Your Way Back to Happy”
28:55 – The Ripple Effect of Healing Unresolved Pain
32:06 – Personal Examples: How the Past Shapes Today
33:50 – Building Sustainable Resilience for the Future
34:22 – Foundations: Sleep, Nutrition, Exercise, Mindfulness
34:57 – The “Mindset Moment” Daily Tracking System
36:51 – Neuroplasticity: The Science of Rewiring Your Brain
37:04 – Connect with Janelle Bruland & Additional Resources
37:47 – Impact Global Network & Retreats for Leaders
40:45 – How to Start Living a Life You Love
41:35 – Essential Keys to Living with Significance
41:43 – Closing Thanks and Final Thoughts
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