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BYOLC S2 E11
Be Your Own Life Coach Podcast – Episode 11: The Four Agreements | New Beginnings, Toltec Wisdom & Personal Freedom
Happy New Year! ✨ 2026 is here—and in numerology, 2026 is a “1” year, symbolizing new beginnings, rebirth, and personal transformation. There is no better time to revisit the timeless wisdom of The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz, a book that has profoundly changed the way I see myself, others, and the world.
In Episode 11 of the Be Your Own Life Coach Podcast, we explore the life-changing teachings rooted in Toltec wisdom—not as a religion, but as a way of life built on awareness, self-mastery, and personal freedom. Though the four agreements are simple on the surface, their power lies in how deeply they dismantle unconscious beliefs, reduce emotional suffering, and help you reclaim your authenticity.
Who Don Miguel Ruiz is and why his teachings matter
The true meaning of Toltec wisdom and what it means to be the artist of your own life
How beliefs become unconscious “agreements” that shape your reality
Why fear, self-betrayal, and people-pleasing stem from outdated agreements
The importance of awareness, courage, and curiosity in personal growth
Be Impeccable with Your Word – How language creates, heals, or harms, and why integrity with yourself matters most
Don’t Take Anything Personally – Freedom from other people’s opinions, projections, and emotional poison
Don’t Make Assumptions – Why assumptions fuel anxiety and how asking better questions changes everything
Always Do Your Best – Honoring effort over perfection, practicing self-compassion, and releasing guilt and shame
You’ll be guided to choose one agreement to practice for the week, turn it into a daily mantra, and build awareness around triggers, old beliefs, and emotional reactions. This episode invites you to ask powerful questions, journal your insights, and step into the role of your own life coach.
If you’re seeking self-improvement, emotional freedom, mindset shifts, spiritual growth, or tools for authentic living, this episode is for you. The Four Agreements offer a roadmap to releasing old stories, rewriting your inner dialogue, and creating a life rooted in truth, presence, and personal power.
Seek truth. Embody truth. Share truth.
You don’t need to be fully healed to lead—you only need to be a few steps ahead. Your growth may become the light someone else is searching for.
In this episode, we cover:A deep dive into The Four Agreements:Coach Yourself Segment:
By Bretagne Elaine StoweBYOLC S2 E11
Be Your Own Life Coach Podcast – Episode 11: The Four Agreements | New Beginnings, Toltec Wisdom & Personal Freedom
Happy New Year! ✨ 2026 is here—and in numerology, 2026 is a “1” year, symbolizing new beginnings, rebirth, and personal transformation. There is no better time to revisit the timeless wisdom of The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz, a book that has profoundly changed the way I see myself, others, and the world.
In Episode 11 of the Be Your Own Life Coach Podcast, we explore the life-changing teachings rooted in Toltec wisdom—not as a religion, but as a way of life built on awareness, self-mastery, and personal freedom. Though the four agreements are simple on the surface, their power lies in how deeply they dismantle unconscious beliefs, reduce emotional suffering, and help you reclaim your authenticity.
Who Don Miguel Ruiz is and why his teachings matter
The true meaning of Toltec wisdom and what it means to be the artist of your own life
How beliefs become unconscious “agreements” that shape your reality
Why fear, self-betrayal, and people-pleasing stem from outdated agreements
The importance of awareness, courage, and curiosity in personal growth
Be Impeccable with Your Word – How language creates, heals, or harms, and why integrity with yourself matters most
Don’t Take Anything Personally – Freedom from other people’s opinions, projections, and emotional poison
Don’t Make Assumptions – Why assumptions fuel anxiety and how asking better questions changes everything
Always Do Your Best – Honoring effort over perfection, practicing self-compassion, and releasing guilt and shame
You’ll be guided to choose one agreement to practice for the week, turn it into a daily mantra, and build awareness around triggers, old beliefs, and emotional reactions. This episode invites you to ask powerful questions, journal your insights, and step into the role of your own life coach.
If you’re seeking self-improvement, emotional freedom, mindset shifts, spiritual growth, or tools for authentic living, this episode is for you. The Four Agreements offer a roadmap to releasing old stories, rewriting your inner dialogue, and creating a life rooted in truth, presence, and personal power.
Seek truth. Embody truth. Share truth.
You don’t need to be fully healed to lead—you only need to be a few steps ahead. Your growth may become the light someone else is searching for.
In this episode, we cover:A deep dive into The Four Agreements:Coach Yourself Segment: