We’ve all felt it—the moment your smile stays on, but your stomach drops. In this episode, David unpacks what it means to be on emotional thin ice: Those fragile seconds when insecurity spikes, clarity slips, and old patterns take the wheel. Using his I-C-E model—your Inner Connection to Everything—he explains why these shaky moments matter and how awareness, acknowledgment, analysis, and adaptation guide you back to solid ground. You’ll learn how to spot the cracks, name what’s happening, and choose connection over defense. If you’ve ever felt off balance, this one brings you back to center.

Episode highlights:

→ Feeling “on thin ice” signals a loss of your inner connection to confidence and clarity.

→ Insecurity spikes when old internal threats get triggered beneath the surface.

→ Four moves—awareness, acknowledgment, analysis, and adaptation—help you shift from reaction to reconnection.

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About Dr. David Zierk:

With a substantive background in psychological work with individuals and teams, Dr. Zierk enjoys bringing his experience to the stage and corporate clients by providing them with the tools and language necessary for effective outcomes. Most recently, he’s published a book called Mind Rules: Who’s In Control—You or Your Mind?

Dr. Zierk is a graduate of the University of Denver with a Master of Arts and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. He earned his Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology at the University of Colorado. He’s affiliated with the American Psychological Association, American Psychotherapy Association, Association of Family and Conciliation Courts, and National Academy of Neuropsychology.

He currently resides in Denver, Colorado, with his wife and has three children. When he’s not on stage or working with a team, David loves to cycle in the mountains with his wife, Carol.

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