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Season 1 Finale: The Start of a Movement

We made it, y’all! Season 1 of Shifts and Giggles is officially a wrap—and what a journey it’s been. In this emotional, energizing, and reflective episode, I share the heart behind the show, recap everything we've covered—from emotional intelligence to growth mindset to the full Simple Shift Method—and tell a real-life story of someone who made a life-altering decision after listening.

This episode isn’t just a goodbye to Season 1… it’s the beginning of a movement. If you’ve been asking, “Can I really change my life?” The answer is YES. And the steps? They’re right here.

Whether you're catching up or just joining in, this final episode will leave you inspired to grow on purpose, shift on purpose, and live fully in who you’re called to be.

✅ What’s next for the podcast
✅ Who Season 2 is for (👋🏽 Christian millennials, Gen Z, and Gen X)
✅ How you can be part of it
✅ How to grab your “Shift Happens on Purpose” tee

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Shift happens on purpose.

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In this conversation, Rafer Owens discusses the significance of finding the right tools for personal growth and emotional intelligence. He shares his journey of understanding emotions through intrapersonal communication and emphasizes the importance of using effective tools to navigate relationships and personal challenges. The discussion covers various types of tools, including mindset tools, environmental adjustments, and support systems, and concludes with practical applications for daily life.

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Shift happens on purpose.

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What if the story you've been telling yourself is the only thing holding you back?

In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer shares how he went from hating running to training for a half marathon—and how that unexpected journey revealed a deep truth about mindset. This episode dives into the difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset, how to recognize which one you're operating from, and why effort always matters more than talent. If you’ve ever said, “I’m just not that kind of person,” this one’s for you.

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Shift happens on purpose.

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Why do we fear failure so much—and how is that fear keeping us stuck?

In this powerful episode of Shifts and Giggles, Rafer shares a heartfelt story about watching his son struggle (and succeed) through the hardest level of a video game—and uses it to unpack why failure isn’t the enemy. In fact, it’s the path.

You’ll learn how to reframe failure from being something final to something formative, how your brain actually grows more from failing than succeeding, and why perfection is a myth that’s holding you back.

Whether you're facing a setback, stuck in fear, or struggling to keep going, this episode will help you see failure as the gift that it truly is.

👉 Ready to stop letting fear win? Tune in and start making your next shift on purpose.

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In this powerful follow-up to last week's emotional intelligence episode, Rafer unpacks how to build emotional intelligence—not just why it's important. Emotional intelligence isn’t a personality trait—it’s a skill. Rafer shares raw and relatable stories, including a vulnerable moment with his son and a hilarious but deep lesson involving a coffee cup. You'll walk away with five practical tools to grow your emotional awareness, manage your reactions, and build healthier relationships. Whether you're a parent, spouse, leader, or just trying to become a better human, this episode gives you the mindset shift you didn’t know you needed.

You’ll learn:

• The key difference between a thought and a feeling
• Why naming your emotions reduces their power
• How to pause and reframe before reacting
• The surprising impact of curiosity and journaling on your inner life

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Shift happens on purpose.

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In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, we’re getting real about emotional intelligence. Rafer shares the moment he realized he was unintentionally gaslighting his wife—and how learning to name his emotions like “dismissed” and “anxious” saved his marriage and shifted his entire life.

Emotional intelligence isn’t soft—it’s survival. If you’ve ever shut down, blamed others, or got defensive without knowing why... this one’s for you.

Next week, we’ll dive into how to build emotional intelligence, but today we’re laying the foundation. You’ll walk away knowing why this skill matters in every relationship, decision, and goal you pursue.

✨ If you're ready to stop being reactive and start being emotionally grounded, listen in.

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Shift happens on purpose.

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You made progress. You hit the goal. You felt the shift. But now you feel… stuck again.

This episode dives deep into the final step of the Simple Shift Method: Evolve Continuously.
Because winning once doesn’t mean you’ve finished. And transformation isn’t a mountaintop—it’s a mindset.

If you’ve ever asked:

• “Why do I feel off after I achieve something?”
• “How do I keep growing when life feels flat?”
• “Is it possible to stay motivated long-term?”

This one’s for you.

Rafer breaks down the hard truth about complacency and offers a new vision for lasting change. Using personal stories, a powerful new metaphor, and three practical shifts you can make today, you’ll walk away inspired to keep building—not just achieving.

Life is a long journey. The world keeps evolving. And so can you.

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Shift happens on purpose.

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When life doesn’t go as planned, most people either give up or keep doing what’s not working—hoping it magically changes. In this episode of Shifts and Giggles, we dive into Step 5 of the Simple Shift Method: Learn and Adjust.

Rafer shares what 75 Hard taught him about progress, personal growth, and the mindset shift it takes to evolve. If you’ve ever thought:

• “Why is this still not working?”
• “I tried and failed, so maybe I’m not built for this.”
• “I’m tired of starting over.”
  This one is for you.

You’ll learn how to:
>> Stop treating failure as the end
>> Know when to pivot and when to push through
>> Use life’s data to refine your habits and systems
>> Embrace a growth mindset in your everyday life

🎯 This isn’t just about motivation. It’s about practical, personal transformation.

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Shift happens on purpose.