Get Out Of Your Head Rachel Curran

In the latest episode of "Get Out Of Your Head," Rachel delves into the intricate dynamics of the Drama Triangle, a psychological game that many of us find ourselves unwittingly playing. She opens by framing it as a game we all participate in unless we consciously recognize it and make efforts to step out of it. 
 
Rachel highlights the acronym FOG – Fear, Obligation, and Guilt – as a telltale sign that we might be ensnared in the Drama Triangle. Exploring the three roles within the Drama Triangle – Rescuer, Victim, and Persecutor – Rachel reveals how these roles are rooted in childhood experiences and driven by anxiety. 
 
Rachel invites listeners to identify which role they most resonate with and offers insights into the behaviors and thought patterns associated with each role. From the Rescuer's tendency to overextend themselves to the Victim's reliance on external validation and the Persecutor's inclination to blame and control, Rachel paints a vivid picture of the Drama Triangle's pervasive influence. 
 
Rachel empowers listeners with tangible steps to break free from the Drama Triangle and step into the Empowerment Triangle. 
 
Key Topics Covered: 
How to recognize when you're caught in the Drama Triangle 
The characteristics and behaviors associated with each role (Rescuer, Victim, Persecutor) Tangible steps to transition from the Drama Triangle to the Empowerment Triangle 
The importance of radical honesty and awareness in breaking free from unhealthy patterns
 
To book an initial complimentary consultation call with Rachel to see if this is a god fit and the next step for you, contact rachel on hello@rachel-curran.com 
 

Welcome to a new episode of Get Out Of Your Head! Today, Rachel explores a crucial topic that affects many of us, especially women in our fast-paced world: capacity. As high-achieving individuals, particularly millennial women, we often find ourselves caught in the cycle of overextension without even realizing it.
Our society rewards constant productivity and performance, often at the expense of our own well-being. We’ve been conditioned to prioritize our minds over our bodies, which can lead to feeling perpetually exhausted and disconnected from our true needs.
In this episode, we explore the profound impact of understanding and managing our personal energy levels. It’s about recognizing when our energy tank is running low and learning to replenish it effectively. We discuss how this awareness can transform not just our health, but also our careers, relationships, and overall life satisfaction.
If you’re a woman navigating the pressures of modern life, this episode is for you. Discover practical insights on how to gauge your energy levels, why it’s crucial to establish a healthier relationship with your capacity, and the small steps that can lead to significant changes in your daily life.
Key topics covered:
How to gauge your internal energy levels effectively
Why understanding your capacity is crucial for health and career success
Practical steps to begin replenishing your energy tank
The impact of overextension on relationships and personal fulfillment

​​In this episode of "Get Out Of Your Head" with Rachel, she delves into a common pattern she observes among her high-achieving clients: the tendency to wait for guarantees before taking the first step towards their goals. 
 
Rachel highlights how this mindset often leads to stagnation and missed opportunities for growth. Drawing from personal examples, she emphasizes the transformative power of taking that initial leap into the unknown. 
 
Rachel shares her own experience of stalling on hiring a business coach until her income was guaranteed, illustrating how this mindset can hinder progress. She also recounts a pivotal moment when she attended a networking event, which ultimately led to unexpected opportunities and a shift in perspective. Encouraging listeners to identify the very first step towards their goals, Rachel emphasizes the importance of taking action and embracing uncertainty. 
 
Rachel assures that the world often looks different after taking that first step, opening up new possibilities and pathways towards success. 
 
Key Topics Covered: 
The top mistake people make that stalls movement towards desired goals 
How to identify and take the actual first step towards desired outcomes. 
How to use transformative power of embracing uncertainty and stepping into the unknown.
 

In this episode of "Get Out Of Your Head," Rachel delves into the concept of negative visualization and its impact on our lives. 
 
Rachel observes a common pattern among her high-achieving clients, who often find themselves trapped in a cycle of imagining worst-case scenarios and exaggerating potential pitfalls. Rachel highlights the detrimental effects of negative visualization, emphasizing how it creates a gap between perception and reality, leading to internal turmoil and anxiety. 
 
She explores the power of the mind and how visualization can either propel us forward or hold us back from our goals. 
 
Rachel introduces the idea that our imagination can be a double-edged sword, capable of both empowering and hindering us. By dwelling on negative outcomes and treating them as reality, we inadvertently sabotage our progress and well-being. 
 
Through tangible steps, Rachel encourages listeners to take control of their thoughts and challenge the validity of their negative visualizations. She invites them to zoom out and gain perspective, exploring alternative scenarios and separating fact from fiction. 
 
Key topics covered: 
What is negative visualization 
How to recognize negative visualisation in action 
How to use the power of the mind and visualization 
Identifying the consequences of dwelling on negative outcomes 
How to take control of thoughts through tangible steps
 

In this episode of "Get Out Of Your Head," Rachel dives into the art of navigating challenging conversations without resorting to heated arguments. She introduces a powerful framework called Non-Violent Communication (NVC), developed by Marshall Bertram Rosenberg, designed to facilitate peaceful resolutions in times of disagreement. 
 
Rachel shares how this framework empowers her clients to engage in difficult discussions with confidence, especially if they struggle with voicing their needs. 
 
Throughout the episode, she breaks down the four key steps of NVC, providing examples of how to apply each step effectively. 
 
Listeners will learn how to craft factual statements, identify their feelings and needs, and formulate clear, specific requests to address conflicts constructively. 
 
Rachel emphasizes the importance of practice and invites listeners to reflect on past scenarios where they can apply the NVC framework. 
 
Tune in now to discover how to navigate challenging conversations with grace and effectiveness. 
 
Key topics covered:
 
A 4 step framework for navigating challenging conversations 
Live examples of the 4 step framework in practice
How to apply the 4 step framework to your own scenario

In this episode of "Get Out Of Your Head," Rachel delves into the common experience of feeling overwhelmed by chaos and offers a transformative approach to navigate through it. 
 
Drawing on her extensive experience working with clients, Rachel introduces the concept of the 5,000-foot view, a powerful tool for gaining perspective and clarity amidst confusion. 
 
By stepping back from the chaos and observing their situations from a distance, listeners can unlock valuable insights and identify solutions that may have been previously overlooked. 
 
Rachel guides listeners through a series of reflective questions designed to help them apply this perspective shift to their own challenges, empowering them to regain control and make informed decisions. 
 
Whether you're struggling with decision-making, overthinking, or feeling stuck in a cycle of chaos, this episode offers practical strategies and mindset shifts to help you navigate through the storm. 
 
Tune in now to discover how to embrace the 5,000-foot view and transform your approach to chaos. 
 
Key topics covered: 
How to strategically apply the 5,000-foot view 
Strategies for gaining clarity in chaotic situations 
How to overcome overwhelm and paralysis 
Practical steps to regain control and make informed decisions 
How to apply mindset shifts to navigate through chaos with confidence
 
Questions Rachel asks in the podcast to consider when you find yourself in chaos:
What looks different from this vantage point?
What has shifted in terms of how I feel different about my current scenario when observing it from here?
What are the possible options I can see from here?
What do I notice about how I am currently reacting from here?
What can I see from here that I can’t see when I’m down in the details?
From this vantage point, what is true about the things I’ve been telling myself when down in the details?
From this vantage point, what is not true about the things I’ve been telling myself when down in the details?
What action does the powerful 5,000 ft version of me choose to take from this view?