This episode of the Slight Shift Show is a deep dive into how internal shifts create the fiber of a successful life and business. What we call multidimensional success.

Angela puts Chris back on the "hot seat" and discusses a number of topics that help shape the philosophy of how powerful 1% shifts can be in our lives. Chris shares his perspective on how those slight shifts can create massive impact on leadership, business and life.

Chris also explores the profound impact of Grandmaster Kim, the man who shifted his view of Taekwondo from a purely physical discipline to a path of mental and spiritual evolution. The core of the Be Better Every Day mindset.

Key Discussion Points

• Advice to a Younger Self: The value of listening to the generation before you and the necessity of early financial discipline to weather life's inevitable rollercoasters.
• The Legend of Grandmaster Kim: An introduction to a founding father of American Taekwondo, his humble beginnings as a national champion in Korea, and his transition to a spiritual mentor.
• Physical vs. Spiritual Mastery: A look at how Taekwondo evolved from a focus on "how hard you can kick" to a balanced integration of mindset and internal development.
• The Il Il Shin Philosophy: A breakdown of the "Be Better Every Day" mantra of renewing oneself daily through small, incremental 1% shifts.
• The Difference Between Customers and Students: A powerful reflection on what it means to truly follow a path and mentor others in a philosophy rather than just a skill.
• From "I Will" to "I Am": A final shift in mindset focusing on taking immediate ownership of your identity and actions in the present moment.

Chris opens up about his 40-year journey in Taekwondo, revealing how a volatile and traumatic childhood led him to seek protection, discipline, and ultimately, a lifelong identity.

From overcoming devastating injuries to evolving his philosophy on leadership, Chris shares how the "slight shifts" in his mindset helped him transition from a young student to a Grandmaster in Taekwondo and a serial entrepreneur.

Key Advice & Takeaways

• Seek Knowledge, Not Status: True mastery isn't about the title or rank. It's about the depth of your understanding. Shift your focus from gaining power to increasing your expertise.
• Earn the Right to Lead: Avoid "imposter syndrome" by outworking your own expectations. Leadership is earned by being an example and practicing what you preach every day.
• Humility Increases with Rank: The higher you go in any field, the more humble you should become. A great leader is never "above" any task, including the smallest chores.
• Train for Longevity: Respect your body's limits. Shift from training for the "moment" to training for lifelong health and mobility.
• Prepare Your Mind: Opportunities often fall into your lap when you are mentally prepared to receive them.

In this powerful continuation of the Slight Shift Show, Angela shares her harrowing yet inspiring recovery from multiple strokes at age 29. Moving from the isolation of the ICU to the grueling physical work of regaining her strength, Angela illustrates how she reclaimed her life through sheer determination and a radical positive mindset.

This episode explores how simple shifts in perspective can transform traumatic obstacles into meaningful growth, offering listeners a blueprint for navigating their own "less-than-ideal" circumstances.

Key Takeaways & Advice

• Practice Active Reframing: Use the "Yeah, But" technique. When a negative thought or event occurs, immediately follow it with "Yeah, but..." to find a hidden benefit or positive alternative.
• Choose Your Memories: You have the power to decide which parts of a tragedy to hold onto. Angela chose to focus on the bonding moments with her father and the kindness of strangers rather than the pain of recovery.
• The "When" vs. "If" Mindset: Shift your internal dialogue from "if" you will recover or succeed to "when" you will. This subtle linguistic shift builds resilience.
• Avoid Stress as a Biological Essential: Recognize that anger and stress are physically detrimental. Intentionally staying positive is not just "wishful thinking"—it's a vital tool for physical healing.
• Utilize a "Circle of Confidence": Identify a past moment where you felt powerful and use it as a reference point to prove to yourself that you can overcome current challenges.

Chris and Angela are back for episode 2 of The Slight Shift Show. They dive into the literal and metaphorical "shift" caused by a massive winter storm. While Chris enjoyed the powdery snow in New York, Angela found herself battling an "ice mountain" in Virginia.

Through a frustrating ordeal involving broken plows and unhelpful contractors, Angela shares a powerful realization. When the heavy sledgehammer fails, a slight shift in angle with a simple child's spade can lead to a massive breakthrough.

What lessons can we take away when uncertainty arrives?

Key Discussion Topics

• Preparation vs. Reality: Comparing the Northeast's readiness for snow versus the Mid-Atlantic's struggle with infrastructure and "ice-over" conditions. There's a lesson for all of us here…
• The Mindset Shift: Transforming anger into empowerment. Angela discusses how she moved from feeling "bamboozled" by contractors to being grateful for the opportunity to prove her own strength.
• The "Angle" of Success: A literal shift in the angle of a shovel served as a metaphor for professional and personal life. Sometimes, doing the same thing harder isn't the answer; you need a different technique.
• Human Decency & Acts of Kindness: A call to action for listeners to perform small, selfless acts and take responsibility for community well-being. Helping others during a significant weather event is a perfect example.

In this moving episode of the Slight Shift Show, Chris and Angela discuss the power of "slight shifts" in the face of life's greatest challenges.

Angela shares her journey from a humble, hardworking upbringing to a high-flying career that was suddenly derailed by a life-threatening medical emergency at age 29.

Her story is a testament to the idea that life doesn't happen to us, but for us, provided we have the determination to pivot.

Key Discussion Points

• The Power of Determination: Angela reflects on watching her father work three jobs and jump-start his car at 3 a.m., instilling in her a "figure it out" mentality where failure isn't an option.
• The Moment Life Shifted: At 29, Angela went from planning to see the musical Wicked to being airlifted because of a major medical emergency.
• Perspective in the Storm: Even while being prepped for emergency surgery, Angela chose to focus on the beauty of the sun hitting the Niagara River, a "slight shift" in focus that kept fear at bay.
• The Long Road Back: After a massive brain clot and losing the ability to walk and talk, it took eleven months just to return to work for one hour a week.
• Living with Gratitude: Angela and the host discuss how "multi-dimensional success" comes from appreciation and the realization that no one ever regrets being too happy.

"What you plant is what will grow. If you plant fear and negativity, that's what will compound. I chose to plant calmness." — Angela.

In this inaugural episode, highly regarded performance coaches, Chris Berlow and Angela Vahue introduce the "The Slight Shift Show."

Following in the footsteps of Chris's bestselling book You Have Infinite Power and their decades of building high performing teams and individuals, they follow the philosophy of "Be Better Every Day."

If you are an entrepreneur, a financial services professional, or a busy professional, high achiever or someone looking to take life and business to new levels, spend some time with Chris and Angela.

The Slight Shift Show focuses on the transformative power of micro-changes. Chris and Angela discuss how making small, conscious adjustments, and often choosing to do less, can lead to multidimensional success and a more fulfilling life.

Key Discussion Points:

• The Power of "Less": Why removing stress, decluttering your calendar, and "emptying your cup" creates the necessary capacity for growth.
• The "Shift" vs. the "Shit" Show: A humorous look at how minor shifts in perspective can turn a chaotic life into a purposeful one.
• Capacity & Recovery: Using the "EMOM" (Every Minute on the Minute) fitness analogy to highlight the importance of recuperation in high performance.
• The "Get To" Mindset: A powerful message on shifting your internal dialogue from "I have to" to "I get to" to instantly cultivate gratitude.

Hit the subscribe button and join Chris and Angela each week for an engaging episode with tons of value and actionable items you can implement one step at a time, in business and at home.

Join Coach Chris for a peaceful exploration of the traditional tea ceremony. Traditionally called "Tah Do." In this episode, Chris ventures into the ancient art of preparing and sharing green tea, a practice that offers much more than just a morning beverage.

Discover how this mindful ritual can bring a sense of calm and connection to your daily life.

You can also watch this video on the Empowered Mastery YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@EmpoweredMastery

• The Power of Green Tea: Learn about the health benefits of green tea, particularly the special green tea from Korea, which is rich in nutrients and known for its restorative properties.
• The Art of Unraveling: The tea ceremony teaches us to "unravel with logic," a metaphor for approaching life's challenges with a calm and untangled mind, avoiding unnecessary pressure.
• A Moment to Connect: The ceremony is a powerful reminder to share our time and attention with those we care about. It is a moment to slow down, connect with others, and create meaningful memories.
• Daily Mindfulness: Learn how to incorporate a simple tea ceremony into your daily routine, transforming a simple act into a mindful practice that brings a sense of peace and presence to your day.

Be Better Every Day!

Welcome to another must listen episode of The Balanced Warrior Podcast for the driven professional! This week, Coaches Mike and Chris tackle the topic of stress and the daily pressures of being a high achiever seeking balance and fulfillment. The Balanced Warriors offer practical mindsets and habits to navigate life's pressures.

If you're building a business or growing a demanding career, you'll face stress and pressure. But it's how you manage it that counts.

Episode Highlights:

• Reframing Anxiety: Mike and Chris argue that the term "anxiety" is often overused and misused. They differentiate between anxiety (a severe mental health condition requiring professional help), stress (debilitating but not immediately affecting physical health), and pressure (day-to-day challenges).
• Checking Your Language: Coach Chris and Coach Mike emphasize the importance of conscious language when describing personal feelings and situations. They suggest that how we label our experiences influences our response and ability to overcome challenges.
• Controlling the Controllables: A core strategy is to identify what you can and cannot control. If a situation is beyond your direct control, emotionally detaching from that aspect allows you to focus energy on what you can influence.
• The Power of Perspective (Zooming Out): Chris introduces the concept of "zooming out" and envisioning the desired outcome first, likening obstacles to "sharks" that can be overcome with certainty. This outcome-oriented mindset minimizes the perceived size of challenges.
• Prioritizing Well-being Amidst Challenges: The hosts stress the importance of maintaining physical and mental well-being that includes adequate sleep, exercise, healthy eating, even when facing significant pressure. They view these practices as essential for high performers in daily life, rather than luxuries to be sacrificed.
• The Wisdom of Pausing: Coach Mike and Coach Chris advocate for taking deliberate pauses before responding to difficult situations. They emphasize that giving yourself time for reflection and accessing a calmer mindset often leads to more effective and thoughtful solutions.

And much more!