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EPISODE · Feb 20, 2026 · 14 MIN

Where Is The Value In That?

from Living Lucky® Podcast with Jason and Jana Banana · host Jana and Jason Shelfer

Kintsugi of the Soul: Turning Broken Moments into Golden BreakthroughsDoes a shattered favorite mug signal a tragedy or a transition? In this episode of Living Lucky®, Jason and Jana Banana explore Kintsugi—the Japanese art of repairing pottery with gold. We tackle the "sunk cost" fallacy and why we desperately try to fix things meant to be released.Pivot from the "doom loop" of frustration to an upward success cycle. Learn to find the gold in your cracks and discover why letting go is the ultimate mindset shift for personal development.In this episode, you will learn to:Apply Kintsugi Thinking: Why highlighting scars creates more value than hiding them.Beat the "Wasted Time" Trap: Stop clinging to the past out of guilt; value the lessons already won.The Monkey Bar Test: Why you must release the first rung to reach your next level of growth.Nuggets:"For Me" vs. "To Me": Every "shattered" moment is part of your spiritual curriculum. (Believe in your circumstances).The Truth Audit: Voicing frustration aloud reveals the lies keeping you stuck. (Believe in yourself).Honorable Closure: Releasing a career or dream honors who you became while pursuing it. (Believe in the people around you).Space for Miracles: You can't grasp the new while clutching broken pieces. (Believe in a higher power).Kintsugi, mindset shift, personal development, limiting beliefs, Mindset, Resilience, Letting Go, Growth, Perspective, Authenticity, Living LuckyWhat is the lesson of Kintsugi for personal growth? Kintsugi teaches that repairs are part of your history, not defects. In self-help, this means viewing failures as "golden" lessons that make you stronger and more valuable.How do I know when to let go or keep trying? Use the "Monkey Bar" test: If holding on stops your momentum and your tools feel "expired," release is the wiser choice. Ask: "How might this benefit me?"Stop gluing the past together. Hit play to release what’s broken and start Living Lucky® today!TEXT US DIRECTLYSupport the showFor mind-blowing inspirational content that we implement ourselves, join us by subscribing and connecting to our private community. Thanks for joining us.CONNECT with us in our PRIVATE COMMUNITY*** The Living Lucky Community is experiencing what it feels like to create a life of inspiration where dreams come true. Check it out HERE *** or at https://www.startlivinglucky.com/sendusyourdreams!!! SEND US A MESSAGE:  Are you ready to unlock your path to a more inspired life where you're Living Lucky®? Email me directly and let's chart your course toward realizing your dreams and creating a life that fills you with daily inspiration.   Email Jason Shelfer HEREThe 4 pillars of Living Lucky Believe in yourselfBelieve in the people around youBelieve in your circumstances and Believe that God is working through you, for you, and always conspiring in your favor.  *Previously Recorded 

Kintsugi of the Soul: Turning Broken Moments into Golden Breakthroughs Does a shattered favorite mug signal a tragedy or a transition? In this episode of Living Lucky®, Jason and Jana Banana explore Kintsugi—the Japanese art of repairing pottery with gold. We tackle the "sunk cost" fallacy and why we desperately try to fix things meant to be released. Pivot from the "doom loop" of frustration to an upward success cycle. Learn to find the gold in your cracks and discover why letting go is the ...

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Kintsugi of the Soul: Turning Broken Moments into Golden BreakthroughsDoes a shattered favorite mug signal a tragedy or a transition? In this episode of Living Lucky®, Jason and Jana Banana explore Kintsugi—the Japanese art of repairing pottery with...

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