In this episode of Big Freaking Change, host Cara Moeller Poppitt interviews Maria Conigliaro, a neuro coach and brand expert. They discuss how the brain resists change due to its wiring for familiarity and the importance of taking action to build confidence. Maria shares her insights on overcoming fear, embracing transformation, and finding alignment with one's true self. The conversation emphasizes the power of decision-making and the techniques for rewiring the brain to facilitate personal growth and change.

Maria’s  Links:

• Website: https://www.mariaconigliaro.com/

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/successcoachmaria/ 

Cara’s Links: 

• Book: https://bigfreakinchange.com/   

• Website: https://carapoppitt.com/

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carapoppitt/ 

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Maria Connigliero

03:27 Understanding the Brain's Resistance to Change

08:38 Embracing Change: The Journey of Transformation

10:35 Maria's Big Freakin' Change

12:01 Fear and Identity: The Barriers to Change

15:24 Rewiring the Brain: Techniques for Change

21:51 Tools to Come Back to Yourself

25:03 About Emotional Freedom

27:31 Finding Alignment

30:35 Defining Courage

31:30 Where to Find Maria

Takeaways:

• Change is inevitable and can be scary for the brain.

• The brain is wired for familiarity and safety.

• Self-sabotage manifests in various forms like procrastination and perfectionism.

• Confidence is built through action, not waiting to feel ready.

• Fear often stems from identity and self-perception.

• Deciding in advance helps in taking action and overcoming fear.

• Finding alignment with one's true self is essential for growth.

• Courage involves a healthy relationship with fear.

neuroscience, change, self-sabotage, identity, courage, alignment, emotional freedom, neuro coaching, transformation, decision making