# FMQ537 I Want The Old Me Back

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Podcast: [Anxiety to Confidence - The Personal Development Unplugged Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/anxiety-to-confidence-the-personal-development-unplugged-podcast-1100859)
Published: 2026-07-24T00:10:00+00:00
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## Resource

I Want My Old Me Back Have you ever caught yourself thinking, "I just want the old me back" ? It's something I've heard from clients for years. It's something I said to myself too. But what if that's not what you really want? What if the old you was part of the struggle... and what you're really looking for is the real you ? In this Five Minute Quickie, I share a personal insight that changed how I think about personal growth, identity and lasting change. The next deeper dive explores why you don't need to become your old self again—you simply need to keep finding your way. In this episode you'll discover: Why so many people long for their "old self" The surprising problem with trying to go backwards A simple mindset shift that brings hope and stability Why your path naturally changes as you change A preview of the deeper hypnosis episode to come If you're feeling lost, stuck or disconnected from yourself, this episode is a gentle reminder that you're not broken—you may simply be becoming. Remember to share what you hear: https://personaldevelopmentunplugged.com/fmq-537-i-want-my-old-me-back/ and there's a video of me doing the recording https://youtu.be/L7S0uAc9bRU Shine Brightly 🌟 Paul Hey there! I'd love to hear from you—questions, feedback, requests—all welcome. Drop me a line or leave a comment. If you've enjoyed this episode or any other, please share and subscribe ! You can reach me at feedback@personaldevelopmentunplugged.com . Subscribe to the Podcast Ready to subscribe? Click here to explore your options. Or, if you're on Apple Music or iTunes , you can go straight to subscribe or leave a review here . Special Programs for You For tools on developing Supreme Inner Confidence , finding Freedom from Anxiety , or specialized Hypnosis Tracks , visit PaulCloughOnl…

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