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Why does life sometimes feel like it’s stuck on repeat? The same relationship patterns. The same career roadblocks. The same fears that never seem to go away. It’s not because you’re broken. It’s because of something deeper: your self-identity. In this episode of Overflow, host Shana Kad, mindset and identity coach unpacks the hidden trap of self-identity and why it silently shapes your life more than habits, goals, or even vision boards ever could. Your subconscious mind isn’t wired to make you happy, it’s wired to keep you safe. And “safe” often just means familiar. That’s why you keep attracting the same cycles: your brain is clinging to an old story of who you are. ✨ Inside this episode you’ll learn: Why your subconscious pulls you back into old patterns, even when you want change How to identify the hidden identity scripts running your relationships, career, and confidence A powerful self-reflection exercise to uncover your deepest limiting belief How to question the origin of that belief (is it really yours, or someone else’s?) How to find real evidence in your own life that contradicts the old story A simple process to rewrite your identity so you can finally break free This isn’t about positive thinking or fluffy affirmations. It’s about shifting the blueprint your subconscious is working from and once you do, everything in your external world begins to shift too. If you’ve ever felt stuck in cycles of overthinking, burnout, or second-guessing, this episode will help you uncover the identity script behind it and give you tools to start rewriting it today. Want to share your thoughts, questions, or future topic requests? 📧 Email Shana at Evolved Courses Overflow is the podcast for thoughtful minds who overthink, feel stuck, and are ready to break free from burnout and second-guessing. Hosted by mindset and identity coach Shana Kad, each episode delivers grounded, actionable tools to help you shift emotional spirals fast, reconnect with self-trust, and move from purpose to prosperity. 🌐 Website: www.shanakad.com  

Most people think change comes from setting bigger goals, pushing harder, or forcing new habits. But here’s the truth: your life doesn’t change because of what you do, it changes because of who you believe you are. In this opening episode of Season 2 of Overflow, mindset and identity coach Shana Kad reveals why self-identity is the invisible script running your entire life. From the relationships you stay in, to the boundaries you set (or don’t set), to how much success and love you allow in, it all comes back to the story you secretly believe about yourself. Inside this episode, you’ll discover: Why your subconscious mind clings to “familiar” patterns, even when they lead to burnout, anxiety, and overthinking. The hidden identity stories that keep you stuck in self-doubt, people-pleasing, or over-giving. How identity drives your choices, emotions, and results, more than habits or willpower ever could. A guided Self-Identity Awareness Exercise to uncover the story you’ve been repeating about yourself and begin imagining a new one. If you’ve ever wondered why the affirmations, vision boards, or endless hustling don’t “stick,” this episode will show you the real missing piece: identity. Once you shift the way you see yourself, everything else starts to shift too; your confidence, your relationships, your boundaries, your success. ✨ Takeaway: Your identity is the root of everything. If you want different results, you don’t need to do more, you need to see yourself differently. Want to share your thoughts, questions, or future topic requests? Email Shana at ⁠⁠Evolved Courses⁠ Overflow is the podcast for thoughtful minds who overthink, feel stuck, and are ready to break free from burnout and second-guessing. Hosted by mindset and identity coach Shana Kad, each episode delivers grounded, actionable tools to help you shift emotional spirals fast, reconnect with self-trust, and move from purpose to prosperity.  

Season 1 of Overflow has been a ride. Full of fear, courage, grief, and the kind of lessons that shape who we become. In this closing episode, I reflect on what it really means to keep moving forward when you’re scared, how loss can deepen your loyalty to yourself, and why embracing life with all its dips and highs is the path to freedom. You’ll hear why your nervous system, your self-identity, and your ability to meet yourself honestly matter more than any performance or achievement. This isn’t just the end of a season it’s a reminder that we are all learning to meet our truest selves, beyond survival, with gentleness and joy. Season 2 is coming soon and we’ll go even deeper into the power of self-identity and how it shapes every part of life.

What if manifestation isn’t about vision boards or forcing outcomes but about making your desires safe to hold? In this episode of Overflow, we go beyond the surface-level tools and dive into the truth about how manifestation really works. Because you don’t manifest what you want you manifest what you believe is safe to receive. And your subconscious decides that for you. We explore: Why your subconscious mind runs the show (and doesn’t care what you “want”) How your identity and beliefs become the blueprint for your reality What’s really happening when you self-sabotage or feel stuck Why shifting your energy isn’t spiritual fluff, it’s nervous system safety A powerful 5-step reflection to help you move from desire to embodiment Whether you’re trying to manifest love, money, peace, or purpose this episode will help you spot the hidden beliefs keeping you stuck and give you tools to start shifting into alignment now. So Let's Shift limiting beliefs, reprogram your subconscious and learn how to receive what you actually desire. Because manifestation isn’t about doing more. It’s about becoming the version of you who can hold more calmly, confidently, and without collapse. Want to share your thoughts, questions, or future topic requests?Email Shana at ⁠⁠coaching@shanakad.com⁠⁠ Access free mindset guides, journaling prompts, and audio visualisations to support your clarity and emotional wellbeing:⁠Evolved Courses⁠ Overflow is the podcast for thoughtful minds who overthink, feel stuck, and are ready to break free from burnout and second-guessing. Hosted by mindset and identity coach Shana Kad, each 10-minute episode delivers grounded, actionable tools to help you shift emotional spirals fast, reconnect with self-trust, and move from purpose to prosperity. Website: ⁠⁠shanakad.com⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠Shana Kad

If you’re caught in a loop of overthinking, analysis paralysis, or chronic second-guessing, this episode is the one you didn’t know you needed. In this truth-filled solo, mindset and identity coach Shana Kad unpacks the real reason your thoughts won’t stop spinning and why trying to think your way into safety is keeping you stuck, exhausted, and disconnected from your power. This isn’t just another chat about calming your mind. It’s a deep dive into the psychology behind overthinking, how it’s rooted in the need for control, and why that illusion is costing you real momentum. You’ll walk away with a powerful mindset shift, one that will help you stop spiralling and start choosing, even when outcomes are uncertain. Inside this episode: Why overthinking isn’t about clarity, it’s about trying to avoid emotional discomfort The hidden trade-off you’re making every time you stay in indecision How mental loops give you false control, and why they secretly feel safer than action The simple 3-question framework to help you break free from rumination and move forward A powerful personal story about launching this podcast without guarantees, without perfection The truth about fear: it doesn’t mean stop. It means you care. If you’ve ever said, “I just need to think about it a little longer…” this is your wake-up call. Because thinking isn’t always helping you move forward. Sometimes, it’s just keeping you safe from decisions that would actually change your life. Hit play to learn how to reclaim your energy, trust yourself again, and move forward, even when the path ahead isn’t perfectly mapped out. What decision have you been circling that you already know your next step for but are avoiding because it feels risky? Want to share your thoughts, questions, or future topic requests?Email Shana at ⁠coaching@shanakad.com⁠ Access free mindset guides, journaling prompts, and audio visualisations to support your clarity and emotional wellbeing: Overflow is the podcast for thoughtful minds who overthink, feel stuck, and are ready to break free from burnout and second-guessing. Hosted by mindset and identity coach Shana Kad, each 10-minute episode delivers grounded, actionable tools to help you shift emotional spirals fast, reconnect with self-trust, and move from purpose to prosperity. Website: ⁠shanakad.com LinkedIn: Shana Kad #Overthinking #MindsetShift #DecisionMaking #SelfTrust #TheUnlearning #PersonalGrowth #OverflowPodcast

If you’ve ever thought, “Who am I to be doing this?” or “What if I’m not good enough?” , this episode is your invitation to stop questioning your worth and start reclaiming your self-trust. In this empowering episode, mindset and identity coach Shana Kad breaks down the truth about imposter syndrome: it’s not a sign you’re unqualified, it’s a sign you’re evolving. This isn’t about fixing your mindset. It’s about rewiring your identity so you can actually feel at home in the success, love, and growth you’ve already earned. Imposter syndrome doesn’t show up because you’re not capable, it shows up because your self-image hasn’t caught up with your new reality. Your nervous system is wired to seek familiarity, not expansion and sometimes, even growth can feel like danger. This episode offers a grounded, honest perspective on what’s really going on when you feel like a fraud and how to shift it at the root. Inside, you’ll learn: Why imposter syndrome isn’t a capability issue, but an identity mismatch How your nervous system mistakes visibility and growth for danger How past voices and internalised self-doubt still shape your self-image today How imposter syndrome shows up not just at work, but in relationships, pricing, and receiving A mindset shift to stop trying to “earn” what you already deserve The Future You visualisation technique to shift your inner dialogue and expand what feels safe You’ll walk away with practical tools and powerful reframes to stop shrinking inside your own success and start embodying the version of you who belongs in every room you enter. This is identity work.This is nervous system work. This is unlearning who you were told to be so you can become who you already are. Want to share your thoughts, questions, or future topic requests?Email Shana at ⁠⁠coaching@shanakad.com ⁠⁠ Access free mindset guides, journaling prompts, and audio visualisations to support your clarity and emotional wellbeing:⁠Evolved Courses ⁠ Overflow is the podcast for thoughtful minds who overthink, feel stuck, and are ready to break free from burnout and second-guessing. Hosted by mindset and identity coach Shana Kad, each 10-minute episode delivers grounded, actionable tools to help you shift emotional spirals fast, reconnect with self-trust, and move from purpose to prosperity. Website: ⁠⁠shanakad.com⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠Shana Kad⁠

Real-Life Hacks to Disrupt Anxiety and Overthinking Anxiety isn’t just something to talk about. It’s something you can interrupt. In this episode, I’m sharing real, no-fluff strategies to break the spirals: → How to ride the 90-second wave of emotion→ Tricks to confuse your brain out of anxiety→ Building self-trust by keeping promises to yourself→ Breaking the patterns that keep you stuck→ Creating real change, even once These aren’t about toxic positivity. They’re about doing something different, right now. Your Free audio guides, journaling prompts, and The Unlearning course are all here : https://stan.store/EvolvedCourses Take what you need.

This one’s different. It’s not a how-to. It’s not a pep talk. It’s a gentle nudge, a series of raw, grounding reminders most of us only learn the hard way. I’m sharing the truths I wish more people took seriously: about burnout, grief, starting over, boundaries, rest, self-worth, and the sacredness of sleep. If you're feeling disconnected, stuck, or emotionally exhausted, this might be the reminder you didn’t know you needed. I've also created a free download with these 11 reminders — plus a few bonus tools to support your evolution and unlearning. CLICK HERE : https://stan.store/EvolvedCourses

What if your struggle with making decisions has nothing to do with the decision itself and everything to do with how you see yourself in the moment you’re making it? In this episode, we unpack the real reason you spiral, stall, or second-guess your choices. It’s not because you’re indecisive. It’s because your nervous system is trying to keep you safe, not successful. We’ll explore: Why fear of regret freezes you How past identity patterns shape your present choices The 3 hidden lenses we all use when making decisions (and which one you might be overusing) Why running from discomfort only takes it with you And how to shift from fear-based decision-making into grounded self-trust This isn’t about choosing perfectly — it’s about choosing as the version of you who knows they’ll handle whatever comes next. ✨ Free tools, guided audios, and deeper support are available via https://stan.store/EvolvedCourses

We’re flipping the script on motivation. If you’ve been pushing, forcing, or waiting to feel inspired, this episode is a reminder that you don’t need more hustle. You need access. To your truth. To what matters. To the version of you that already knows. Because when your actions come from alignment, not pressure, everything changes ✨ We talk about: The nervous system truth behind burnout The real reason you’re procrastinating Why motivation built on fear never lasts And how to reconnect with the part of you that doesn’t need pushing — just permission If you’re ready for grounded clarity and gentle forward momentum, I’ve created a few free tools to support you — including short guided audios, worksheets, and one powerful self-trust reset and emotional reset guide. 💌 You’ll find all the resources here - https://stan.store/EvolvedCourses - help yourself.

In this episode of The Overflow Podcast, Shana answers a listener’s question about the ongoing journey of self-identity. You’ll learn how to keep your evolving version of yourself alive every day, through simple practices, mindset shifts, and honouring your growth. Shana shares actionable tips on setting intentions, focusing on what feels good, letting go of what no longer serves you, and celebrating your progress. If you’re ready to live more aligned and step into your true self, this episode is for you.

Your self-identity is shaping everything — from the love you allow, to the money you make, to the dreams you quietly keep on hold. In this episode, we explore the truth that the life you have is the identity you wear. We unpack how your unconscious self-perception can be the invisible barrier between you and the life you say you want — and how to shift it. You’ll hear powerful real-life examples, uncover the outdated roles you might still be playing, and take part in a guided visualisation to connect with the version of you who actually believes she’s worthy of what she wants. If you’ve ever wondered why your desires stay “someday” instead of now — this episode is the mirror you didn’t know you needed. Press play. And come home to who you truly are.

In today’s episode, we dive into the soft power of vulnerability — an often misunderstood concept. I’ll answer a listener’s question: “What does vulnerability look like to you? How does it show up for you?” This episode explores the delicate yet powerful nature of vulnerability and how it can reshape our careers, relationships, and self-image. We’ll talk about: How vulnerability is not weakness, but an essential part of growth and self-acceptance. How our self-identity shapes how we view vulnerability — and why it feels risky for many of us. A personal story about grief, authenticity, and the importance of being vulnerable in front of our loved ones. How embracing vulnerability leads to connection, inner peace, and unconditional self-acceptance. Key Takeaways: Vulnerability is presence, not performance. Vulnerability connects us to others — and to ourselves. Self-acceptance is the root of true strength. It's okay not to be okay, and embracing your vulnerability is a step toward healing. If this episode resonates with you, I’d love to hear your thoughts and any questions or topics you’d like me to explore in future episodes. Reach out to me at coaching@shanakad.com — let's keep the conversation flowing. As always — let’s Overflow together.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in your head, numb in your heart, or afraid to fully live, this one’s for you. This episode is an invitation. An invitation to come back to your humanity. Born from deep personal loss, Shana shares the raw truth of what it means to meet yourself again after everything has fallen apart and how grief, fear, joy, and uncertainty are all part of the ride we’re here to take. You’ll hear: ✅ What grief cracked open that nothing else could ✅ Why feeling stuck is often a symptom of trying not to feel ✅ The moment life stops being about safety — and starts being about presence ✅ A soulful reminder that fear isn’t the enemy — missing the ride is ✅ A powerful question to reconnect with your boldest, most alive self This isn’t just a mindset shift. It’s a soul-level remembering: You’re here to experience it all, even the messy, wild, heartbreaking, beautiful parts. Want to share your thoughts, questions, or future topic requests?Email Shana at ⁠⁠Evolved Courses ⁠ Overflow is the podcast for thoughtful minds who overthink, feel stuck, and are ready to break free from burnout and second-guessing. Hosted by mindset and identity coach Shana Kad, each 10-minute episode delivers grounded, actionable tools to help you shift emotional spirals fast, reconnect with self-trust, and move from purpose to prosperity. 🌐 Website: ⁠⁠shanakad.com🔗 LinkedIn: ⁠Shana Kad

Quote that inspired this episode:"Your new life is going to cost you your old one..." — Brianna Wiest If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like you’ve outgrown the life you’re in, this episode is for you. In today’s powerful reflection, mindset and identity coach Shana Kad shares a deeply personal moment that reveals a truth we all need to hear: you can’t step into your next chapter while clinging to the structures, habits, and expectations of your old one. You’ll learn why your current overwhelm isn’t failure, it’s expansion !! And how fear, anxiety, and even emotional spirals can be signs that you’re on the edge of transformation. This episode explores: The hidden reason personal growth often feels so emotionally messy How to identify the outdated mindset, routines, and roles you’re still trying to “shrink into” Why your next level won’t arrive with perfect clarity and how to move forward anyway A new way to understand fear: not as a stop sign, but a sign you’re growing How to move through the discomfort of expansion with trust, permission, and courage Whether you’re navigating burnout, self-doubt, or a quiet knowing that your current life just doesn’t fit anymore… this episode will give you permission to stop shrinking, stop waiting, and start honouring the version of you that’s trying to emerge. You don’t have to be ready. You don’t have to have it all figured out. But you do have to make space. Plug in and let this episode help you realign with what’s true, so you can let go of who you were and step fully into who you’re becoming. What part of your life feels like it’s no longer big enough for who you’re becoming? What are you still trying to make work that no longer feels aligned? Let’s connect: If today’s episode spoke to you, I’d love to hear from you. Send your thoughts, questions, or topic requests to ⁠coaching@shanakad.com Free tools, journaling prompts, and audio guides to help you shift your mindset and reconnect with self-trust: Evolved Courses Overflow is the podcast for thoughtful minds who overthink, feel stuck, and are ready to break free from burnout and second-guessing. Hosted by mindset and identity coach Shana Kad, each episode delivers results-driven tools to help you stop emotional spirals and start living on purpose. Expect clarity techniques, mindset rewiring, and real-life reflections that get straight to the point , all in under 15 minutes a week. And remember: you don’t have to stay small. Keep trusting, keep expanding… and let yourself Overflow.

Gratitude is powerful — but what if it's keeping you stuck? In this episode of Overflow, we explore how the phrase "I should be grateful" can quietly turn into self-betrayal, holding you back from growth, clarity, and aligned action. Host Shana Kad shares her personal story of staying in a comfort zone that felt anything but comfortable and the subtle fear that disguised itself as contentment. If you're overthinking your next move, doubting your desires, or telling yourself to be thankful when your inner voice is craving more, this episode will hit home. You’ll learn how subconscious patterns around guilt and fear can block expansion, and you’ll be guided through a short reflection to reconnect with your real truth. Free Audio Visualisation + Workbook to shift your self-talk and reconnect with your power: Evolved Courses Want to go deeper? Explore the Reset Bundle of self-led tools to shift your identity and start living from alignment. Want to connect or ask a question? Let’s keep the conversation flowing and as always, let’s Overflow together. Email me at: coaching@shanakad.com

Welcome to Overflow — the podcast born from dreams, inspiration, and (let’s be honest) a whole lot of overwhelm. I’m Shana Kad, a certified coach, writer, and a lifelong seeker of truth, meaning, and what it really means to be alive. And so "Overflow" was born, a heartfelt space for thoughtful reflection, real conversations, and the kind of deep questions that help you get unstuck, so you can break free from old patterns and start living from your deepest truth. Overflow isn’t just about personal growth. It’s about becoming a living example, someone who inspires others simply by being fully, unapologetically themselves. Because when you overflow with courage, creativity, and self-trust, you spark change in everyone around you. Each episode invites you to stop playing small and start creating a life that feels expansive, authentic, and wildly alive. Let’s talk. Let’s reflect. Let’s Overflow Free tools, journaling prompts & self-trust courses: Evolved Courses Want to connect or ask a question? Let’s keep the conversation flowing , Email me at: coaching@shanakad.com

A real conversation with a client who believed she was “pretending” and what was actually happening beneath the surface. This episode is for the person who feels like they’re “trying to be someone they’re not,” or like stepping into the next version of themselves feels strangely heavy, emotional, or confusing. In today’s episode, I’m sharing a real conversation from a client session, the kind that stops you in your tracks because you can feel truth move through the room. She said: “I feel like I’m pretending. I don’t know if I’m built for this.” What she was experiencing is something I call The Identity Threshold: The moment where your old self has loosened its grip… but your new self isn’t fully formed yet. It doesn’t feel exciting. It feels disorienting. Not because you’re failing. But because your nervous system is adjusting to new emotional territory. Your body is still calibrated to: Stay small Stay agreeable Stay unseen Stay safe But your deeper self is ready to: Lead Be witnessed Take up space Be expressed This episode will help you: Understand why self-doubt increases right before expansion Recognize the emotional texture of identity growth Stop mistaking unfamiliarity for “I’m not ready” Learn what actually helps you stabilize the version of you you’re becoming And if this feels uncannily close to where you are, if you feel like you’re in the “in-between” with no clear identity to hold on to, then this is where  The Unlearning becomes powerful. Not another course. Not more mindset talk. Actual, nervous-system-level identity rewiring. Key Takeaway Self-doubt is not a sign you’re wrong. It’s a sign you’re close.

We don’t talk enough about the space between versions of yourself — the part where you’ve outgrown who you were, but haven’t yet stepped into who you’re becoming. It can feel like: nothing makes sense anymore your motivation disappears the things that used to fit now feel heavy your reactions don’t match your reality This isn’t failure. This is the identity gap — the psychological and nervous system recalibration that happens right before personal expansion. Your old self was built on survival: staying accepted avoiding conflict being who others needed you to be When those patterns start to fall away, your mind loses its familiar script. That’s why you may feel flat, restless, detached, or confused. You’re not breaking down. You’re being rewritten. And it’s uncomfortable because your system is letting go of the identity that once kept you safe. This episode explores how to move through this “in-between” without retreating back into old habits, relationships, or versions of yourself that no longer fit. Key Insight: You don’t need to know who you’re becoming yet. Your only job is to stay in the space long enough to hear yourself again. If you want support while you’re here, The Unlearning  is designed for this exact phase:  Releasing the identity you built from fear, survival, and expectation and rebuilding one based in truth, clarity, and self-recognition.   You’re not lost. You’re in the becoming of Overflow

Why does personal growth feel so exhausting — like you can see who you want to be, but your body refuses to follow? In this episode of Overflow, Shana Kad breaks down what she calls The Identity Gap, the invisible space between the self you know and the self you live as. You’ll learn why your nervous system resists change, how your subconscious equates “familiar” with “safe,” and what’s actually happening in your brain when you keep repeating patterns you’ve already outgrown. Shana unpacks the real reason motivation and mindset work rarely stick and why sustainable transformation has nothing to do with trying harder. Instead, she explains how safety and identity are the missing ingredients in change, and gives you a clear, science-backed way to start rewiring from the inside out. What You’ll Learn: The neuroscience of identity and behavioural loops How your body prioritizes survival over success Why your subconscious keeps you stuck in old roles The real process of closing the gap between knowing and becoming How to start teaching your body that new equals safe Plus, you’ll experience The Identity Gap Exercise — a short, guided awareness reset designed to reveal what your nervous system is trying to protect, and how to safely update those patterns. 🎧 If this episode resonates: Explore The Unlearning — Shana’s guided audio course on identity reprogramming and subconscious retraining. It’s not motivation, it’s method. Learn how to stop spiralling, reset your emotional patterns, and finally live as the version of you your nervous system can support.