Life, Tech, and the Art of Remaking Your Rules: A Conversation with Emily Pabst

Join host Paul Puscas for a thought-provoking conversation with Emily Pabst, founder of Remake The Rules. Emily shares her journey from government data analyst to coach and consultant, exploring how modern technology and an overload of choices shape the way we live, make decisions, and find meaning. The discussion dives into tech’s role in our daily lives, the challenge of choice inflation, and practical ways individuals can reclaim agency in a world of digital nudges and algorithmic pressure.You’ll hear personal stories on independence, street smarts, growing up amidst changing rules, and the power of reframing—not just in business, but in how we navigate relationships, family, and society. Emily brings expert insight for anyone feeling overwhelmed by today’s information landscape, stressing that tools and apps are just that: tools, not your life.Feeling stuck or want to live more intentionally?Emily Pabst works directly with individuals, leadership teams, and small businesses to help them rethink how to make decisions—big and small—in noisy, novelty-driven times.Connect with Emily:Website: remaketherules.comSocials: @remaketherules on most platformsDiscover more about Emily, her mission, and get support on your own decision-making journey at Remake The Rules.Listen now and start remaking your own rules for life with insights you won’t find anywhere else.Chapters00:00 Highlights and Intro01:30 Meet Emily Pabst: Background and Upbringing05:54 Growing Up in Missouri: A Unique Perspective09:45 Navigating Childhood: Independence and Community12:18 The Impact of Technology on Childhood16:23 Parenting Challenges in a Changing World20:11 The Role of Technology in Modern Parenting23:07 Art, Curiosity, and Challenging Perspectives26:24 Flexibility in Thought and Understanding Others28:10 The Influence of Environment on Development29:52 Transitioning to Adulthood: Education and Career Choices30:20 Emily's Journey: From Missouri to Colorado30:59 Public Service and Career Path32:08 Understanding Redistricting in the U.S.34:02 The Dynamics of U.S. Elections37:41 The Role of Data in Governance38:21 Rulemaking and Rule Breaking40:35 The Challenges of Government Institutions42:04 Power Dynamics in Governance45:16 Data Analysis and Decision Making49:14 The Need for Meaningful Data52:33 Optimization Fatigue in Modern Society53:09 Remake The Rules: A New Approach01:00:02 The Impact of Technology on Relationships01:04:50 Navigating Information Overload01:09:22 Client Transformation Stories01:11:11 Empowering Business Owners in the Digital Age01:16:26 Re-centering Purpose in Decision Making01:20:43 Navigating Technology and Information Overload01:25:04 The Complexity of Choice in the Information Age01:30:33 The Role of AI in Decision Making01:34:10 Living Well in the Information Age01:45:00 OUTRO