The Jim Fortin Podcast

Jim Fortin

  • 33 minutes 56 seconds
    Ep 378: How Your Identity Illusion Keeps You Trapped

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    In this powerful solo episode, Jim Fortin explores a concept he’s never directly addressed before: the identity illusion—and how it subconsciously keeps people stuck in cycles of struggle, fear, and self-sabotage. He explains why most people never truly change, no matter how much they learn, and reveals why transformation doesn’t come from more information—but from breaking free of who you think you are.


    Jim takes listeners deep into the subconscious mind, breaking down the mechanisms behind identity verification, predictability, and disintegration anxiety. Using vivid metaphors and examples, he explains how we unknowingly recreate the same results in life—whether financial ceilings, toxic relationships, or emotional blocks—and why you can't escape the illusion from inside the illusion.


    If you're tired of trying to think your way to change or wondering why you can't break old habits, this episode is the wake-up call you didn't know you needed.


    What You’ll Discover in This Episode 

    • The Trap of the Identity Illusion (03:30) – Why you always fall back into the same patterns, even after gaining insights or motivation. 
    • Why More Information Isn’t the Solution (11:10) – The critical difference between understanding and being—and why just “knowing” doesn’t change your life. 
    • You Can’t Escape the Box from Inside the Box (19:42) – A powerful metaphor that explains why transformation requires an external shift in perspective. 
    • How You Unconsciously Verify Your Identity (28:05) – The hidden way you attract experiences that confirm who you believe you are—even when it’s painful. 
    • The Role of Predictability and Disintegration Anxiety (35:21) – How the brain’s survival mechanisms stop you from creating lasting change. 
    • Why You’ll Stay Trapped Without Mentorship (47:50) – Jim’s own turning point story that underscores why mentorship is essential for real growth.


    Listen, apply, and enjoy!


    Transformational Takeaway 

    You are not your struggles, your past, or your circumstances. You are a being living inside an illusion of identity—one that was formed by subconscious beliefs, childhood experiences, and repeated patterns. The good news? Illusions can be broken. But it requires a shift in being, not just thinking. True transformation begins when you step outside of the box and allow yourself to see what’s really been holding you back. It’s not that you’re broken—it’s that you’ve been hypnotized by an old version of yourself. Set yourself free.


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    Jim 

    1 April 2025, 1:00 pm
  • 32 minutes 8 seconds
    Ep 377: Throwback to Ep75: Why Changing Your Mindset Never Works

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    If you’re like just about every person on the planet you’ve wanted something different in your life and you’ve tried to “change your mindset” to create new things in life, right?

    And, if you’re like most of the planet, a few days later you’ve found yourself right back in your old patterns and ways.


    Why does this happen?


    Easy, “changing your mindset” does not work. It’s a left-brain process and behavior and habits come from a different part of the brain, the reptilian brain…so, when trying to think our way to change we have two parts of our brain at odds and the reptilian brain will dominate and always win!


    In this episode I talk about why changing your mindset never works and I give you a path to what works and what to do instead.


    Listen, apply, and enjoy! 


    Transformational Takeaway 


    Changing mindset does not work - changing identity and habits does


    Resources:

    “The Power of Your Subconscious Mind” – Joseph Murphy & “It Works!” book

    Master Thought Formula

    Disclosure: Some of the links above are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a small commission if you make a purchase.



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    Jim 

    27 March 2025, 1:00 pm
  • 40 minutes 27 seconds
    Ep 376: Who Is Don Xavier, The Shaman?

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    In this episode of The Jim Fortin Podcast, Jim finally answers one of the most frequently asked questions: Who is Don Xavier, the shaman? For years, Jim has referenced Don Xavier in passing, but he’s never fully shared his story—until now. In this deeply personal episode, Jim reveals how he met Don Xavier, the profound impact he has had on his life, and the powerful spiritual wisdom he has shared over the decades.


    Jim takes listeners behind the scenes, offering an inside look into Don Xavier’s journey, from his early apprenticeship with Don Juan Matus to his work as a shaman and healer. He also shares his own experiences, including remarkable moments of transformation, dreamtime teachings, and lessons about merging with higher consciousness.


    If you've ever been curious about the man behind the wisdom that has shaped so much of Jim's teachings, this episode is a must-listen.


    What You’ll Discover in This Episode: 

    • Who is Don Xavier? (00:55) – A closer look at his background and how he became a shaman. 
    • Jim’s first meeting with Don Xavier (10:20) – How skepticism turned into a life-changing journey. 
    • The teachings of Don Juan Matus (18:45) – The connection between Don Xavier, Carlos Castaneda, and ancient Toltec wisdom. 
    • The power of dreamtime (26:30) – How shamans teach beyond the physical world. 
    • Unbelievable spiritual experiences (34:10) – Jim shares personal stories that defy logic and challenge perception. 
    • Lessons on merging with all that is (42:00) – How to open yourself to deeper awareness and transformation.


    Listen, apply, and enjoy! 


    Transformational Takeaway 

    Our 3D reality is a limitation created by the analytical mind. True transformation begins when we let go of rigid thinking and merge with the infinite wisdom that exists beyond our logical understanding. The path to deeper awareness starts with humility, trust, and opening the heart to possibilities we cannot yet explain. 


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    Jim 

    25 March 2025, 1:00 pm
  • 29 minutes 40 seconds
    Ep 375: Throwback to Ep13: The Master Key To Everything You Want In Life Is In This Episode

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    If you’ve read all the books, been to all the seminars, followed all the gurus and you still don’t have what you want in life it’s because you’ve not learned to master your attention – it’s the Master Key in life.


    The definition of ATTENTION IS: the act or state of applying the mind to something. Attention filters into every single aspect of your life: Health, money, happiness, marriage, relationships and every other aspect of your life. If you find yourself somewhere that you don’t want to be in life it’s because that’s “where your attention is.” Want something different, then move your attention.


    In this episode I talk about mastering attention and how that applies to health, wealth and happiness.


    And, I talk about how MOST people keep their attention in the past and future and very few people live in the present moment. I also give you an example of how most are trapped in the past and future and don’t live from and for NOW.


    If you want more in life then listen to this episode and start to work on mastering your attention. You’ll be glad you did.


    Listen, apply, and enjoy! 


    Transformational Takeaway 


    You are where your attention is.


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    Jim 

    20 March 2025, 1:00 pm
  • 29 minutes 53 seconds
    Ep 374: The Human Context of Your Life

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    In this episode of The Jim Fortin Podcast, Jim explores the fundamental idea that everything in life happens within the context of what we assume to be true. He introduces the concept of "the human context" and challenges listeners to shift to a higher frame of reference. By recognizing that we are in this world but not of this world, we gain freedom from limiting beliefs and self-imposed constraints. 

    Diving deeper, Jim discusses how our subconscious identity shapes our life experiences. He shares personal anecdotes, including a powerful metaphor about life being like a rental car, emphasizing the temporary nature of our physical existence. Through this lens, he encourages listeners to rethink their attachments, step out of limiting human identity, and embrace a higher consciousness. 

    If you're ready to break free from the lower-frequency identity that keeps you stuck, this episode will open your eyes to a profound shift in perspective. 


    What You’ll Discover in This Episode: 

    • The Power of Assumptions (01:45) – How our life experiences are shaped by the unconscious assumptions we hold. 
    • The Rental Car Metaphor (07:12) – A simple yet profound analogy that changes how you see your physical existence. 
    • Being in This World, But Not of It (14:30) – Understanding why your true essence transcends human experience. 
    • Releasing the Old Identity (21:05) – How detaching from past narratives can create space for transformation. 
    • How External Context Drains You (30:40) – The energetic cost of consuming news, social media, and other distractions. 
    • A 30-Day Detox Challenge (38:50) – A practical exercise to help reclaim your power and shift your awareness. 


    Listen, apply, and enjoy! 


    Transformational Takeaway 

    Your power lies beyond the tangible world. When you recognize that you are not merely your human identity but a part of something infinite, you free yourself from the limitations of fear, scarcity, and external control. Shift your focus inward, release attachment to the human context, and embrace the limitless potential of your true essence. 


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    Jim 

    18 March 2025, 1:00 pm
  • 45 minutes 30 seconds
    Ep 373: Throwback to Ep8: Reprogramming Your Subconscious Mind For Health, Wealth And Happiness

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    Everyone knows and I know that you know you have what people call a subconscious or unconscious mind. Less than one percent of people know how to use this part of your mind. And this part of your mind pretty much controls every bit of your life.


    If you're not making the kind of money that you want to make or you don't have the health that you want or the relationships or the body or money or whatever it is… the reason you do not have all of that is because everything that you have in your external life is a reflection of what you hold in your unconscious paradigms.


    The big mistake that everyone makes is that they try to change something in their behavior. They try to change something in their external world never recognizing that their entire external world is created and driven and perpetuated by their internal world.


    Stop trying to DO things to make it happen and start BECOMING. In this podcast episode you're going to start learning about the unconscious mind and you're going to start learning about how you can use this part of your mind to create anything that you want.


    In this episode I discuss:

    The big mistake people make when trying to change

    Why people who read “Think and Grow Rich” don’t get rich

    How to use repetition and programming to change your identity


    Listen, apply, and enjoy! 


    Transformational Takeaway 

    When you change your subconscious paradigms your external world changes automatically. So stop trying to DO things to make it happen and start BECOMING.


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    Jim 

    13 March 2025, 1:00 pm
  • 39 minutes 31 seconds
    Ep 372: Insider Transformation Secrets: Finding Love Through Self-Discovery with Kasia Krasucka

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    In this episode, Jim Fortin sits down with Kasia Krasucka, a former TCP student, to explore the deep connection between self-discovery and attracting love. Kasia shares her powerful journey of personal transformation, revealing how shifting her inner world ultimately led her to find a fulfilling and healthy relationship. 

    Diving deeper, Kasia explains how unconscious patterns from childhood influenced her romantic relationships and how she broke free from toxic cycles. She discusses the significance of embodiment, radical responsibility, and self-love—core principles that redefined her approach to love and relationships. By embracing self-worth beyond external validation, Kasia was able to step into a new reality and attract the love she truly desired. 

    If you’ve ever wondered why you keep attracting the wrong relationships or how to shift your energy to invite the right love into your life, this episode is a must-listen. 


    What You’ll Discover in This Episode: 

    • Breaking Free from Toxic Relationship Patterns (02:34) – How Kasia realized the same unhealthy dynamics were repeating in her love life. 
    • The Power of Radical Responsibility (12:32) – Understanding how self-respect influences the quality of relationships. 
    • Why Self-Love is the Key to Finding Love (20:44) – The transformational shift Kasia experienced when she started prioritizing her own well-being. 
    • The Role of Embodiment in Relationships (26:30) – How changing her way of being helped her attract a conscious, loving partner. 
    • How to Navigate Difficult Conversations (30:22) – The importance of open communication and emotional awareness in a thriving relationship. 


    Listen, apply, and enjoy! 


    Transformational Takeaway 

    True love starts from within. When you embody self-love, self-respect, and self-worth, you naturally attract people who mirror these qualities. By shifting your inner world, you don’t just find love—you become love, and the right relationship follows effortlessly. 


    Connect with Kasia Krasucka:

    Get your free Vibration Shift meditation: Click here

    Website: TransformWithKasia.com

    Facebook: Kasia Krasucka

    Instagram: @kasiakrasucka

    YouTube: The Naked Truth With Kasia

    LinkedIn: Kasia Krasucka


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    Jim 

    11 March 2025, 1:00 pm
  • 37 minutes 7 seconds
    Ep 371: Throwback to Ep54: The Relationship Between Self Worth And Habits

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    Destructive habits? Self-sabotaging yourself over and over?

    Have you considered this reflects your self-worth?

    Do you have the best of intentions but go back to doing destructive things? If so, you’re going to love this episode because as the title says, it’s all about your self worth and habits.


    In this episode I talk about:


    [2:33] How self worth is an epidemic issue

    [3:48] How you’ve been told NO most of your life and you deny yourself

    [6:07] The way I used to disguise binge drinking, sabotage

    [8:24] An extraordinary poem, mindset, to raise our kinds by

    [11:17] How some people use low self worth to achieve great things

    And, much much more.


    Listen, apply, and enjoy! 


    You’ll hear me say, “We don’t destroy what we love.”

    If you’re into self-sabotaging habits you’ll get a lot from this episode.


    Transformational Takeaway 

    We treat ourselves like we perceive ourselves.


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    Jim 

    6 March 2025, 2:00 pm
  • 48 minutes 49 seconds
    Ep 370: Insider Transformation Secrets: Responsibility and Choice in Relationships and Life with Luke Layman

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    In this episode of The Jim Fortin Podcast, Jim speaks to Luke Layman, a former TCP student, as he shares his powerful journey of transformation. From being a fighter pilot to a successful entrepreneur, Luke discusses how embracing new perspectives through the Transformational Coaching Program (TCP) led to profound changes in his personal and professional life. His story highlights the impact of taking full responsibility for one’s actions, shifting mindsets, and recalibrating expectations in relationships and business. 

    Luke delves into the transformation that came from revisiting his identity, responsibility, and understanding of masculinity. He discusses how these changes ultimately led him to create a healthier, more aligned life, both personally and professionally. This episode provides key insights into navigating personal growth, overcoming limiting beliefs, and the importance of clear communication in relationships. 

    Tune in to hear Luke’s inspiring transformation story and learn actionable insights to create the change you desire in your own life. 


    What You’ll Discover in This Episode: 

    • The Power of Responsibility (03:00) – Luke shares how taking 100% responsibility for his actions shifted his perspective on relationships and life. 
    • The Be Do Have Concept (06:30) – Discover how adopting the Be Do Have mindset became the catalyst for Luke’s personal and professional growth. 
    • Unpacking Identity and Relationships (07:00) – Luke talks about how his identity as a fighter pilot and entrepreneur impacted his relationship, and how unpacking that identity helped him grow. 
    • Overcoming Unmet Expectations (14:50) – Learn how Luke’s journey helped him understand the impact of unmet expectations and the importance of clear communication. 
    • The Role of Masculinity and Feminine Energy (38:00) – Luke reflects on how understanding both masculine and feminine energy transformed his view of relationships and self-respect. 


    Listen, apply, and enjoy! 


    Transformational Takeaway 

    Transformation begins with embracing 100% responsibility for your life. By recognizing how your past stories and beliefs shape your current experiences, you can begin to break free from limiting patterns. Luke’s story reminds us that true change happens when we confront our fears, communicate openly, and create healthier boundaries in both personal and professional relationships. The key is to realize that you have the power to change your path by shifting your mindset and embracing new perspectives. 


    Connect with Luke Layman

    Website: LukeLayman.com

    Podcast: Shift Work Podcast

    Follow on Social Media:

    LinkedIn: Luke Layman

    Facebook: Luke Layman Official

    Instagram: @lukelayman


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    Jim 

    4 March 2025, 2:00 pm
  • 25 minutes 3 seconds
    Ep 369: Throwback to Episode 19: Why People Who Trigger You Are Your Greatest Blessing

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    Have you ever been triggered by someone or with something that makes you really frustrated and annoyed? After you listen to this episode, you’ll be amazed at how you can start treating your triggers as a blessing.

    Triggers may be a huge source of stress for you, but you’ll come to understand why it’s a great opportunity for you to evolve and grow.


    In this episode I discuss:

    [2:53] How it could be a matter of your value judgment when you are being triggered

    [10:23] Whether your triggers are external or internal

    [12:29] What you actually see in you when you get triggered

    [15:38] How triggers affect you physically

    [16:43] How operating in a state of internal peace affects the way you react to triggers.

    [20:07] How you can overcome inevitable triggers when you want to maintain a state of internal peace.


    Listen, apply, and enjoy! 


    Transformational Takeaway 

    Dalai Lama: “Let no one’s behavior steal your internal peace.”


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    Jim 

    27 February 2025, 2:00 pm
  • 40 minutes 44 seconds
    Ep 368: Insider Transformation Secrets with guest, Jeffrey Mort

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    In this compelling episode of Transform Your Life From the Inside Out, Jim Fortin sits down with Jeffrey Mort—a former TCP student whose journey goes far beyond business growth. Jeffrey shares how a simple decision to invest in his inner work sparked a radical shift, helping him break free from old career patterns and limiting beliefs. His story serves as a powerful reminder that true transformation starts from within. 

    Digging deeper, Jeffrey explains that his enrollment in the Transformational Coaching Program wasn’t just about scaling a business—it was about embracing responsibility, challenging his inner dialogue, and building habits that redefined his entire life. Listeners will discover actionable insights on overcoming financial hesitations, stepping into commitment, and harnessing the power of choice to create lasting change. 


    If you’re ready to leave behind outdated patterns and step into a life of clarity and possibility, this episode is a must-listen. 


    What You’ll Discover in This Episode: 

    Realizing the Need for Inner Change (00:48) – Jeffrey explains how transformation began with the realization that change starts within, not just in business. 

    Embracing Responsibility & Commitment (12:32) – Learn how taking full responsibility and committing to a new way of living led to his breakthrough. 

    Harnessing the Power of Choice (20:44) – Discover why every decision matters and how the simple act of choosing can redefine your life. 

    Cultivating Life-Changing Habits (23:34) – Understand the impact of daily practices—like silence and gratitude—that fuel lasting transformation. 

    Aligning Energy for Authentic Success (28:29) – See how Jeffrey’s shift from a traditional career to a life aligned with his true energy reshaped his destiny. 


    Listen, apply, and enjoy! 


    Transformational Takeaway 

    Jeffrey Mort’s journey reminds us that true transformation is an inside-out process. By taking responsibility for our choices, cultivating empowering habits, and aligning our energy with our inner truth, we unlock the potential for profound change. His story is an invitation to look within, embrace your power, and create a life that truly resonates with your deepest purpose. 


    Connect with Jeffrey Mort

    Website / Free Health Consult: LoveEnergyWellness.com

    Podcast: Breaking Boundaries for Entrepreneurs

    Community: Join the Facebook Group

    Follow on Social Media:

    Instagram: @love.energy.wellness

    Facebook: Love Energy Wellness


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    Jim 

    25 February 2025, 2:00 pm
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