In this powerful episode of The Coachable Podcast, Tori Gordon dives deep into the critical topic of distinguishing true intuition from fear-based instinct. We often feel powerful inner signals guiding us, but how do we know whether these signals are coming from our higher self or are simply reactions based on past trauma or survival instincts? Tori shares tools and insights to help you sharpen your discernment, align with your authentic self, and make decisions that lead to greater clarity, peace, and growth. Whether you're struggling with commitment, facing tough decisions, or navigating personal or professional challenges, this episode will help you identify the difference between your soul's true guidance and the fear-based instincts that keep you stuck in survival mode.

Key Topics:

Intuition vs. Fear-Based Instinct:

Understanding the key differences between these two powerful inner signals.

Intuition: Calm, clear, grounded, and expansive. It’s a deep inner knowing that doesn’t need external validation.

Fear-Based Instinct: Urgent, constricting, and reactive. Often rooted in past trauma or old survival patterns.

How to Discern Your Intuition from Fear:

Signs that you’re being guided by true intuition: Calmness, clarity, expansiveness, and neutrality.

Signs that you’re operating from fear-based instinct: Panic, contraction, urgency, and seeking validation from others.

Practical questions to ask yourself when faced with a strong inner signal:

Does this feeling feel calm or urgent?

Would this guidance still make sense without past pain or trauma?

Is the thought looping or arriving with quiet confidence?

The Role of Discernment in Decision Making:

Why urgency in decision-making is a sign of fear, not intuition.

How fear can prevent us from committing to the right things or following our true path.

Commitment and fear of making the wrong choice: How to move past these fears to make aligned decisions.

The Neurobiology of Intuition and Fear:

Understanding how the brain and nervous system process fear vs. intuition.

Fear-based instinct activates the amygdala (fight or flight), while intuition activates the default mode network and insula—areas associated with self-awareness and inner truth.

Spiritual Discernment:

Why intuition must include our humanity, not bypass it.

How to recognize when spiritual "intuition" is actually avoidance or projection.

Intuition should be rooted in humility, clarity, and care, not panic or ego.

The Importance of Somatic Awareness:

How your body can help you discern true intuition from fear.

The body’s response to fear and intuition: Fear feels tight, constricted, and urgent, while intuition feels expansive, calm, and grounded.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

Anywhere Clinic: A powerful mental health resource offering online psychiatric care, including ketamine therapy. Visit anywhereclinic.com/tori for more information.

Tori Gordon’s Coaching Services: For those looking for a holistic approach to leadership, success, and well-being, you can apply for private coaching with Tori at hello@torigordon.com or reach out on Instagram @thetorigordon.

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In this episode of the Coachable Podcast, we’re diving deep with Nico Ali Walsh, grandson of boxing legend Muhammad Ali, as we explore what it truly means to carve your own path when the world has already laid out expectations for you. From battling the weight of a legendary family name to developing the mental toughness needed to thrive in the boxing ring, Nico shares personal stories of resilience, pressure, and transformation.

Nico opens up about his journey in boxing, overcoming self-doubt, the importance of vulnerability, and how he’s learning to separate his self-worth from his performance. He also discusses the lessons learned from his grandfather, the power of mental preparation, and how spirituality and fear shape his approach to the sport. This powerful conversation is not just about boxing – it’s about how we can all develop the mental resilience needed to achieve greatness in our own lives.

Key Topics:

The 90% Mental Game in Boxing: Why mental toughness is the key to success in sports and life.

Pressure of the Ali Legacy: How Nico navigates the comparisons and expectations tied to his family name.

Overcoming Self-Doubt: How Nico separates self-worth from performance and deals with the pressure to be perfect.

The Importance of Vulnerability: Why authenticity and openness are crucial, especially in a sport like boxing.

Building Confidence: How past experiences and preparation create true confidence.

Spirituality in Boxing: The role of spirituality and fear in overcoming the toughest challenges in the ring.

Legacy Beyond Boxing: Nico’s vision of success and his desire to impact the world through mental health and social justice advocacy.

Quotes from the Episode:

“Greatness is not built in the ring, it’s built in the mind, the heart, and the spirit.” – Tori Gordon

“The hardest thing about confidence is to maintain it. Confidence stems from the work you put in before the fight.”– Nico Ali Walsh

“I want to be remembered as a great person. Not just a great fighter.” – Nico Ali Walsh

Listen to Nico’s journey and the valuable lessons he’s learned from his grandfather, Muhammad Ali, and his own experiences in the ring. Nico’s story is about so much more than boxing – it’s about the mental, emotional, and spiritual strength that enables someone to push through the toughest challenges.

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Resources:

Anywhere Clinic: www.anywhereclinic.com

Dr. Sam Zand: www.drsamzand.com

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