Are We Really in Control? Breaking Free from Autopilot with Stacie Shifflett

What this episode covers

<p>Are we truly in control of our lives, or are we just running on autopilot, dictated by unconscious habits and conditioning? In this episode of <em>The Mindful Journey </em>Podcast, host Sana welcomes <strong>Stacie Shifflett</strong>, a powerhouse of reinvention and the founder of <em>Modern Consciousness</em>. Stacie has navigated career pivots, led a $50M software company acquisition, and even left city life to raise llamas. Now, she helps others break free from autopilot and design lives they love.</p><p>Together, they explore:<br> The truth about unconscious habits and how they shape our reality<br> How to recognize if you’re living on autopilot<br> The power of listening to your &quot;little voice&quot; and taking intentional action<br> Practical steps to regain control of your life<br> Overcoming fear and anxiety when embracing change</p><p><strong>About Stacie Shifflett:</strong></p><p>Stacie is the founder of <em>Modern Consciousness</em> and a master of transformation. She has successfully acquired and scaled businesses, pioneered government tech innovations, and now dedicates her life to guiding others through conscious living. Through her coaching and resources, she helps people break free from reactive decision-making and step into intentional, fulfilling lives.</p><p><strong>Key Takeaways:</strong> </p><p><strong>Most of our decisions are unconscious.</strong> Many of us believe we’re in control, but much of our behavior is driven by deep-rooted conditioning.<br> <strong>Recognizing autopilot mode is the first step.</strong> If your life feels like a constant rush, dictated by schedules rather than intentional choices, you may be stuck in autopilot.<br> <strong>Listening to your intuition can change everything.</strong> Stacie shares how trusting her inner voice led her to a multimillion-dollar business deal with no upfront investment.<br> <strong>Fear of change is natural.</strong> We are wired to resist change, but structured self-awareness can help us navigate through it.<br> <strong>Small, intentional steps create lasting transformation.</strong> Rather than trying to change everything at once, start by assessing where you are and making small shifts toward the life you truly want.</p><p><strong>Connect with Stacie Shifflett:</strong></p><p><strong>Website:</strong><a href="https://modernconsciousness.com/"> modernconsciousness.com</a><br> </p><p><strong>Free Resources:</strong><br> <em>Charting Your Treasure Map to Joy</em> – A workbook to help you manage emotional triggers<br> <em>Self-Sabotage Quiz</em> – Identify what&#39;s holding you back</p><p><strong>Want to Be a Guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life?</strong>  </p><p>DM on PodMatch!<br> <strong>DM Me Here:</strong><a href="https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik">PodMatch</a><br> <strong>Subscribe to Newsletter:</strong><a href="https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/">Healthy Mind by Avik</a><br> <strong>Join Community:</strong><a href="https://nas.io/healthymind">Healthy Mind Community</a></p><p><strong>Follow Us for More!</strong><br> <strong>YouTube:</strong><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife">@healthymind-healthylife</a><br> <strong>Instagram:</strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/podhealth.club/">@podhealth.club</a><br> <strong>Threads:</strong&gt