The Self-Leadership livestream series explores how to unlearn limiting habits and mental models in order to lead yourself with greater clarity, resilience, and adaptability. Each 15-minute session is led by coach Katy Caroan and focuses on a single theme. Unlearning is not about erasing the past. It is about consciously choosing new perspectives and behaviors that serve you better today. These conversations connect personal growth with professional relevance, whether you are seeking a new role, building a business, or wanting to thrive where you are.

• What unlearning is and what it is not
• Why old models of success no longer fit current realities
• How outdated beliefs and myths can limit professional growth
• Identifying habits that no longer serve you
• Making conscious choices to replace old patterns with new ones
• Using reflection and new perspectives to trigger change
• Personal examples of unlearning daily habits
• Professional examples of adapting to new ways of working and sharing knowledge

• Reminder of what unlearning is and what it is not
• Why unlearning is essential in fast-changing environments
• How unlearning supports career transitions, entrepreneurship, and professional growth
• Three steps to effective unlearning: recognize, decide, replace
• The challenge of immersing yourself in new habits
• Practical example of replacing coffee with tea as a daily habit
• How immersion and intentional practice accelerate unlearning
• Professional example of overcoming cultural norms that discourage self-promotion

• Why asking for help feels uncomfortable or even risky
• How fear of weakness, low self-esteem, and pride prevent us from reaching out
• The impact of negative past experiences and fear of rejection
• Reframing asking for help as a sign of courage, not weakness
• Recognizing the value in other people’s resources and creating win-win situations
• Four strategies for unlearning the discomfort
• Practical advice for building clarity and confidence in requests
• How perspective shifts can expand opportunities and reduce self-limiting beliefs
  
  

• Why saying no feels uncomfortable and often carries guilt
• The connection between boundaries, self-respect, and leadership
• How cultural and personal conditioning influence our ability to refuse requests
• Recognizing the cost of always saying yes on energy, time, and priorities
• Reframing no as a positive act that creates clarity for both sides
• Strategies for building confidence in saying no
• Examples of how setting limits strengthens trust and respect
• The link between saying no and sustainable self-leadership

• Understanding procrastination as more than laziness or avoidance
• How fear of failure, perfectionism, and overwhelm drive delay
• The hidden role of procrastination in creativity and problem solving
• Differentiating destructive procrastination from useful incubation time
• Reframing procrastination as a signal to adjust priorities or approach
• Practical strategies to manage procrastination constructively
• Examples of how reframing can reduce stress and increase productivity
• The connection between procrastination, self-awareness, and resilience

• Why staying in the comfort zone feels safe but limits growth
• How fear and habit reinforce staying in familiar patterns
• The difference between comfort, stretch, and panic zones
• Benefits of deliberately stepping into the stretch zone
• How small, consistent actions expand confidence over time
• Examples of personal and professional growth through discomfort
• Practical strategies for moving beyond the comfort zone
• How embracing discomfort builds resilience and adaptability

• How cultural norms and upbringing influence attitudes toward visibility
• The impact of the “law of Jante” and similar ideas that discourage standing out
• Why self-promotion often feels uncomfortable or inappropriate
• The consequences of avoiding visibility in career and business
• Reframing self-promotion as sharing value rather than boasting
• Practical strategies to unlearn limiting conditioning
• Personal example of shifting from hiding strengths to communicating value
• The link between self-awareness, reputation, and authentic leadership

• Why old habits persist even when they no longer serve us
• The role of conscious choice in creating lasting change
• How to identify behaviors that block progress and well-being
• The importance of replacing rather than simply removing habits
• Practical examples of shifting daily routines toward healthier patterns
• How emotional attachments make unlearning more difficult
• The influence of social and professional environments on behavior change
• Strategies for sustaining new habits through reflection, reinforcement, and support