“The journey to change often has to do with identity and untangling ourselves from the labels put on us by others.”
In this episode, Nick speaks with Carl King about the intricacies of change management coaching, the challenges of identity, and the journey of self-discovery. Carl shares his experiences living in an RV, the pressures of societal expectations, and the struggles he faced in separating his identity from that of a preacher.
What to listen for:
Leaving behind a long-held identity can be a painful but necessary process.
Finding freedom often requires confronting uncomfortable truths about oneself.
Incremental steps can lead to significant changes over time.
It’s important to feel seen and affirmed in one’s journey of change.
Compassion and empathy are essential in challenging situations.
Everyone’s path to self-mastery is unique and valid.
“It was anguish, agonizing to separate myself from the label of preacher. It felt like trying to change the spots on a leopard.”
The pain of leaving behind a deeply ingrained identity.
How societal labels can feel permanent and unchangeable.
The courage required to let go of roles that no longer align.
Growth often comes with emotional struggle and discomfort.
“I want people to know they can be better—not by society’s standards, but by their own definition of who they want to be.”
Empowering individuals to define their own version of success.
Redefining “better” as something personal, not societal.
A focus on authenticity and aligning with inner values.
Encouraging self-reflection: What does ‘better’ mean to you?
About Carl King
Drawing from his rich tapestry of experiences, Carl brings a unique blend of empathy and insight to his coaching practice. His own journey taught him the power of embracing change, and he’s dedicated his life to helping others navigate their own transformations skillfully.
Whether guiding individuals through personal transitions or helping organizations navigate complex changes, Carl’s approach is deeply rooted in empathy and understanding. He knows firsthand the uncertainty and fear that accompany change, but he also knows the incredible growth and opportunities it can bring.
https://www.carlkingcoaching.com/
https://www.mychordchange.com/
https://www.instagram.com/carleking
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Nick (00:01.512)Hello and welcome to the mindset and self mastery show. I'm your host, Nick McGowan today on the show with Carl King. Carl, how you doing, man?
Carl King (Carl King Coaching) (00:13.452)I was muted, of all things. I'm doing great.
Nick (00:17.672)I'm excited that you're here. We were shooting the breeze before we hit record talking about lots of different things from religion, systems, the amount of podcasts we both have done, even tiny home living, all this sort of stuff. So, hey, I know we're gonna get into a lot here, but why don't you kick us off? Tell us what you do for a living and what's one thing most people don't know about you that's maybe a little odd or bizarre.
Carl King (Carl King Coaching) (00:43.552)Yeah. So, thanks for the, thanks for the introduction. Thanks for having me on also, Nick. man, I am a coach, so I do what's called change management. And so that's for people or for organizations helping people to change. and, oftentimes it's accepting the changes that are happening around them and, and leaning into that.