Why do high performers struggle with self-doubt? Behavioural expert, Dr Shadé Zahrai, joins Dr Kristen Holmes to explain confidence, mindset, and the 3 core habits behind peak performance. In this episode, Dr Shadé breaks down the reasons we overthink and self criticize, and why so many people stay stuck in victim mindsets. She shares practical tools to build self-trust, improve resilience, manage your inner critic, and focus on what you can actually control. Whether you’re an athlete, leader, or high performer, this conversation will help you think clearer, perform better, and build lasting confidence. (00:00) Intro (02:16) Revisiting the Locus of Control (09:11) How to Shift Your Mindset (12:00) Setting the Right Goals (14:14) Why Process Beats Perfection (17:02) The Importance of Finding Your Why (19:54) Ketone Ad (21:07) Why Destination Obsession Holds You Back (29:41) Habit 1 - Conscious Affiliation (34:18) Habit 2 - Self-Awareness (37:00) Habit 3 - Observation (42:53) Bonus Habit - The Power of Caring Less (45:46) David Protein Ad (46:53) Birch Ad (47:54) Asking For and Giving Feedback (51:15) Identity and How It Shapes You (55:59) Your Inner Voice Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/theline.show https://www.instagram.com/drkristenholmes Follow Dr. Zahrai here: https://www.instagram.com/Shadezahrai https://www.tiktok.com/@Shadezahrai https://www.youtube.com/Shadezahrai And learn more about her book, Big Trust, here: https://www.Shadezahrai.com/bigtrust Sponsored by: KETONE - Visit https://ketone.com/LINE for 30% OFF your subscription order PLUS receive a free gift with your second shipment—or find Ketone-IQ at Target stores nationwide and get your first shot free! David Protein - https://DavidProtein.com/LINE Birch - https://birchliving.com/KRISTEN for 20%+ off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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