In this episode, we explore how emotional triggers create self-sabotage—and how taking responsibility is the key to real self-mastery and healing.

We dive deep into emotional awareness, shame, self-responsibility, and how to stop repeating unconscious patterns that block growth.

About Zack:

Zack Michael is a self-mastery coach specializing in helping entrepreneurs master their consciousness so they can realize their full potential with less effort and more joy.

Since 2010 he has served clients ranging from college students to senior level executives of multi-billion dollar corporations. Zack’s approach to facilitating lasting transformation draws from western and eastern rapid-change modalities as well as consciousness research.

Connect with Zack:

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ZackMichael

IG: https://www.instagram.com/mr.zackmichael/

As a servant leader, Zack’s personal mission is to contribute to the raising of consciousness of all mankind while endeavouring to live by the well known adage “You must be the change you wish to see in the world.”

00:00 Intro

01:00 Embracing Purpose and Self-Acceptance

03:49 Inner Work and Courage

06:48 Understanding Reality and Personal Responsibility

09:55 Navigating Triggers and Emotional Responses

12:39 The Role of Truth in Relationships

15:49 Identifying and Processing Triggers

18:37 The Gift of Triggers

21:39 Taking Responsibility for Emotions

24:44 Levels of Consciousness and Growth

27:48 Isolation vs. Confrontation in Healing

30:12 Patience and Trust in the Healing Process

33:05 Navigating Expectations and Self-Judgment

36:16 The Path to Self-Love and Acceptance

49:27 The Nature of Truth Beyond Senses

50:37 Curiosity vs. Judgment in Human Connection

52:34 Understanding and Expressing Emotions

55:00 The Importance of Feeling Emotions

56:27 Identifying and Suppressing Emotions

58:08 Feeling vs. Expressing Emotions

01:00:36 Navigating Shame and Guilt

01:03:55 From Shame to Empowerment

01:12:53 Defining Self-Mastery

01:14:36 Connecting with Your Higher Self

01:16:39 The Challenge of Experience

01:18:30 Shifting from Hard Work to Effortlessness

01:23:16 Redefining Winning and Growth

01:25:56 The Power of Compassion

01:30:08 Chasing Continuous Transformation