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If you've ever felt stuck knowing what to do but struggling to actually do it—this conversation will give you both hope and practical wisdom.
Dr. Elisha Goldstein sits down with Eric Zimmer, host of The One You Feed podcast, for an honest exploration of change, self-sabotage, and emotional steadiness. Eric brings both professional insight from interviewing hundreds of experts and the raw authenticity of someone who went from homeless heroin addiction to hosting one of the most impactful podcasts on personal growth.
🔹 In this episode, we explore:
The moment hope returned in Eric's darkest period—and why "keep coming back" became his mantra
Why the Two Wolves parable serves as a daily compass
The truth about why we struggle to receive good things and take compliments
Eric's Six Saboteurs of Self-Control—the hidden patterns that keep us stuck
Why "little by little" beats dramatic change every time
The difference between structural change and emotional resistance
How AI is changing our relationship with intelligence and intimacy
Why there's no "right" path for everyone—and how to find what works for you
💡 Key Insight: Change happens "little bit by little bit"—even dramatic transformations are built on thousands of small daily decisions.
⏱ Chapters:
00:00 A Life in Ruins: My Story of Addiction
00:24 The Struggle of Self-Improvement
01:00 Introducing Eric Zimmer: A Journey of Transformation
04:25 The Power of Hope in Recovery
13:04 The Two Wolves: A Guiding Compass
19:52 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Resistance
32:43 Overcoming Resistance: Just Start
33:31 Newsletter Invitation
34:11 Awareness and Action: Bridging the Gap
34:57 Diagnosing Resistance and Procrastination
38:08 The Role of Self-Compassion and Growth Mindset
42:57 Small Steps to Build Motivation
45:12 AI and Emotional Health
57:50 Reflections on Emotional Health and Personal Growth
01:04:08 Conclusion and Community Invitation
01:06:28 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
🔗 Resources
✨ Get Eric's Six Saboteurs of Self-Control (Free): https://oneyoufeed.net/selfcontrol
🎧 The One You Feed Podcast: Available on all platforms | https://oneyoufeed.net
🌱 Dr. Goldstein's Tools:
Therapeutic Coaching (Free Consult): https://bit.ly/UPWFreeCall Newsletter & Free Guide: https://bit.ly/DrGoldsteinNewsletter
Connect: Instagram: http://bit.ly/ElishaGoldsteinIG LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/ElishaGoldsteinLI
🔗 Full Blog: https://elishagoldstein.com/articles/eric-zimmer-two-wolves/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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If you've ever felt stuck knowing what to do but struggling to actually do it—this conversation will give you both hope and practical wisdom.
Dr. Elisha Goldstein sits down with Eric Zimmer, host of The One You Feed podcast, for an honest exploration of change, self-sabotage, and emotional steadiness. Eric brings both professional insight from interviewing hundreds of experts and the raw authenticity of someone who went from homeless heroin addiction to hosting one of the most impactful podcasts on personal growth.
🔹 In this episode, we explore:
The moment hope returned in Eric's darkest period—and why "keep coming back" became his mantra
Why the Two Wolves parable serves as a daily compass
The truth about why we struggle to receive good things and take compliments
Eric's Six Saboteurs of Self-Control—the hidden patterns that keep us stuck
Why "little by little" beats dramatic change every time
The difference between structural change and emotional resistance
How AI is changing our relationship with intelligence and intimacy
Why there's no "right" path for everyone—and how to find what works for you
💡 Key Insight: Change happens "little bit by little bit"—even dramatic transformations are built on thousands of small daily decisions.
⏱ Chapters:
00:00 A Life in Ruins: My Story of Addiction
00:24 The Struggle of Self-Improvement
01:00 Introducing Eric Zimmer: A Journey of Transformation
04:25 The Power of Hope in Recovery
13:04 The Two Wolves: A Guiding Compass
19:52 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Resistance
32:43 Overcoming Resistance: Just Start
33:31 Newsletter Invitation
34:11 Awareness and Action: Bridging the Gap
34:57 Diagnosing Resistance and Procrastination
38:08 The Role of Self-Compassion and Growth Mindset
42:57 Small Steps to Build Motivation
45:12 AI and Emotional Health
57:50 Reflections on Emotional Health and Personal Growth
01:04:08 Conclusion and Community Invitation
01:06:28 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
🔗 Resources
✨ Get Eric's Six Saboteurs of Self-Control (Free): https://oneyoufeed.net/selfcontrol
🎧 The One You Feed Podcast: Available on all platforms | https://oneyoufeed.net
🌱 Dr. Goldstein's Tools:
Therapeutic Coaching (Free Consult): https://bit.ly/UPWFreeCall Newsletter & Free Guide: https://bit.ly/DrGoldsteinNewsletter
Connect: Instagram: http://bit.ly/ElishaGoldsteinIG LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/ElishaGoldsteinLI
🔗 Full Blog: https://elishagoldstein.com/articles/eric-zimmer-two-wolves/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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