How to Become the Person You Want to Be in 2026 | Karen Mattar

If you feel like there’s a gap between the person you are and the person you know you could be, this episode is for you. In this conversation with Karen Mattar, we explore what really keeps people stuck in the same patterns year after year and why motivation, willpower, and “trying harder” so often fail. This episode is about outgrowing a life that no longer fits, rebuilding confidence through self-respect, and becoming someone who actually follows through on the promises they make to themselves. Not through pressure or self-control, but through identity, leadership, and alignment. If you’ve ever thought “I know I’m meant for more” but struggled to close the gap between intention and action, this conversation will help you understand why, and what needs to change. This episode is for the person who: • Feels like they’ve outgrown their current life • They’re tired of starting over every year • They struggle with consistency and follow-through • They want habits that last, not another motivation spike • They’re ready to become the person they keep visualising Trust this episode will find you when it’s meant to! CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST 📸 Instagram -   / karenmattar   (00:00) Introduction (4:50) How do you follow big intuitive moves? (08:12) Changing habits based on self respect (11:29) How do your habits shape your identity? (16:26) Self Control to Self Leadership (22:58) Your environment is silently shaping you (27:01) Negative people you love (32:41) People respect you more when you’re in shape (34:29) Diary of CEO Episode thoughts (42:30) Who is the modern woman" BINGE by playlist themes: 💌 Mindset:    • Mindset Podcasts   💌 Time Management & Productivity:    • Time Management & Productivity Podcasts   💌 Confidence:    • Confidence Podcasts   💌 Health & Fitness:    • Playlist   WHO AM I? My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process. Welcome to my Channel! 📸 My personal IG -   / erikadpelle   RESOURCES ▶︎ My FREE Work Life Balance Workshop:    • How to ACTUALLY Have Work Life Balance in ...   ▶︎ 25 Day Self Development Marathon: https://bit.ly/4cpHmcV ▶︎ 21 Day Self Growth Challenge: https://bit.ly/46CoiqR ▶︎ Goal Setting System E-Book: https://bit.ly/4fEFlfP LET’S BE FRIENDS ⭐ Substack - https://thebalancetheorypodcast.subst... 📸 Instagram -   / thebalancetheorypodcast   📱Tiktok -   / thebalancetheorypodcast   🌍 My website - https://thebalancetheorypodcast.com/ 🧡 This description contains affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. Thank you for your support!