{"podcast":{"title":"The Unstoppable 5%","slug":"the-unstoppable-5-6404386","podcast_index_feed_id":6404386,"rss_url":"https://feeds.libsyn.com/469245/rss","website_url":"https://sites.libsyn.com/laurie-drummond.com","image_url":"https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/1/1/d/d/11dd2523fc84f312d959afa2a1bf1c87/Podcast_logo__1500_x_1500_px.png","author":"Laurie Drummond","episode_count":71,"summary":"This podcast explores why some people do what others won't. I'm Laurie Drummond, and each episode dives into the psychology, decision-making and identity shifts that separate the 5 percent from the rest. I sit down with people who have taken bold action, navigated uncertainty and built momentum when it would have been easier to stay comfortable, as well as experts who study the science behind human behaviour and performance. These conversations go beyond motivation and surface-level success. We unpack how people think under pressure, why most hesitate when it's time to act, and what actually helps individuals move through fear, resistance and self-doubt. If you're building something, facing a crossroads, or trying to understand what drives execution and resilience, this show will give you a deeper lens on what it takes to move forward when others stall. New episodes every two weeks.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-14T02:21:06.682569+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-unstoppable-5-6404386"},"episode":{"title":"E43 Breaking Free from Approval-Seeking: Trust Yourself","slug":"e43-breaking-free-from-approval-seeking-trust-yourself","published_at":"2025-02-19T18:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-unstoppable-5-6404386/e43-breaking-free-from-approval-seeking-trust-yourself","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-unstoppable-5-6404386","url":"https://3c44c98d-6c6f-48b2-ba6d-a89d14d64f93.libsyn.com/e43-breaking-free-from-approval-seeking-trust-yourself","audio_url":"https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/3c44c98d-6c6f-48b2-ba6d-a89d14d64f93/E43_Breaking_Free_from_Approval-Seeking.mp3?dest-id=3971556","summary":"Do you ever catch yourself looking for validation, whether it's through likes, comments, or the approval of others? In this episode, I delve into what it really means to stop seeking external validation and start trusting yourself. I share personal experiences of breaking free from people-pleasing, learning to build confidence as a skill, and why rejection is often the redirection we need. We'll unpack the sneaky ways we hold ourselves back and, more importantly, how to break the cycle. If you're tired of letting other people's opinions dictate your choices, this episode is for you. In this episode, I cover: Why external validation keeps us stuck (and how to shift our mindset). The truth about confidence, it's not a trait, it's a skill. How to stop people-pleasing and start making choices that align with you. Why rejection isn't the end, it's actually a fresh start in disguise. Actionable steps to build self-trust and own your decisions. Join the Conversation: I'd love to hear your reflections! Come share your wins in the Sisterhood Lounge Room. We're all about growth and support, and this space won't be free for much longer, so now's the time to join in! Links Join our Community in our SC Lounge Room https://www.facebook.com/groups/2725813180892457 Subscribe to our Journal and follow along with the latest https://sisterhoodcollective.com/sisterhoodchronicle Love, Laurie & Lauren xx ================= Sisterhood Collective Connect. Grow. Thrive. ================= Connect with Sisterhood Collective: https://www.sisterhoodcollective.com/ www.instagram.com/the_sisterhoodcollective/ www.facebook.com/THESISTERHOODCOLLECTIVE2023 https://www.linkedin.com/company/sisterhoodcollective/ https://youtube.com/@sisterhoodcollective?feature=shared","meta_description":"Do you ever catch yourself looking for validation, whether it's through likes, comments, or the approval of others? In this episode, I delve into what it…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1283,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-unstoppable-5-6404386/episodes/e43-breaking-free-from-approval-seeking-trust-yourself/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-unstoppable-5-6404386/e43-breaking-free-from-approval-seeking-trust-yourself.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}