In this episode of Puzzling Minds, we dive deep into The Onion—a powerful metaphor for the behavioral change journey. Change doesn’t happen all at once—it unfolds in layers, just like an onion. Using the Transtheoretical Model of Change (TTM) as our foundation, we explore the emotional, mental, and behavioral shifts that occur as we move through stages like Precontemplation, Contemplation, Preparation, Action, and Maintenance.

I’ll guide you through what each layer represents: from the initial resistance and fear of peeling back old habits, to the vulnerable messiness of rediscovering who you are beneath your survival strategies.

Whether you’re facing burnout, struggling with self-sabotage, or standing at the edge of a major life decision, this episode will give you the insight and reassurance that change—real, lasting change—is possible. But it starts from within.

Peeling the onion isn’t always comfortable… but it’s how we get to the root.

Are you truly living, or just existing? In this powerful episode, we explore what it means to maximize your life—from aligning with your core values to breaking through limiting beliefs rooted in past experiences. If you’ve struggled with self-doubt, people-pleasing, or feeling like you’re not reaching your full potential, this conversation will give you the clarity, courage, and strategies to make bold, intentional choices. Let this be your wake-up call to live with purpose, not pressure.

In this episode of Puzzling Minds, we explore what it truly means to live authentically after trauma. If you’ve ever felt like you’re performing a version of yourself to survive—people-pleasing, second-guessing your voice, or staying silent to keep the peace—this conversation is for you. I’ll share how I began to shed the roles I was taught to play and started showing up in my truth. We’ll talk about the emotional risks, the freedom on the other side, and how you can begin living more aligned with your values, not your wounds.

Have you been feeling stuck with your resolutions? Goals? Purpose? For today's quick reminder, for those always feeling like they are on autopilot mode, this episode is for you to get back on that wagon and continue to move forward!

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Hello Becomers! It's your host, Michael Maddocks, Certified Health and Wellness Coach and self-published author. For today's episode, I will discuss Attachment Style Theory and how that ties into child development. Listen to my past episode, Epigenetics to lay a foundation of this importance.

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Welcome to Puzzling Minds Podcast, it's your host, Michael Maddocks. I am a Certified Health and Wellness Coach and self-publish author. For todays episode, I guide you down the intricate web of trauma, as I have been drafting up, soon-to-be published book, for the past two years.

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For an all new episode of Puzzling Minds with your host, Michael Maddocks, Certified Health and Wellness Coach and Self-Published author. So what is coaching? How will it transform my life? For today's episode, I answer your all questions regarding health and wellness coaching.

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For an all new episode of Puzzling Minds with your host, Michael Maddocks, Certified Health and Wellness Coach and Self-Published author. For today's episode, which happens to be my birthday month, I will be embarking you listeners down my own path and how increasing awareness of self, changed my life. Visit NurturingRootscoaching.com to schedule a free one-hour, New-client, consultation!

In an all new Puzzling Minds Podcast, your host, Michael Maddocks, Certified Health and Wellness Coach and self-published author, I will be conducting a special episode regarding the 2024 fad, Ozempic.

In an all new episode of Puzzling Minds Podcast with your host, Michael Maddocks, Certified Health and Wellness Coach and Self-Published author I will be guiding you through self-values to implement to create long-lasting relationships. Check out my February newsletter to work alongside your self-care journey and discover your self-values.