Jack’s “bad with money” myth, inherited from his parents’ constant financial stress, led him to max out credit cards. He hit a low point when denied an apartment due to poor credit. A free financial literacy class at the library showed him how many others struggled just like him. Embracing “Money is a tool I’m learning to use,” Jack removed the emotional charge of his old myth, started tracking expenses, and slowly rebuilt his credit, saving enough for a down payment on his first home.

Mia’s “always unprepared” myth made her decline a dream job in Tokyo, convinced there would be an earthquake. During a camping trip, a small earthquake hit, and Mia surprised herself by calmly directing her friends on what to do. This sparked her new “I adapt to challenges” narrative, empowering her to gradually embrace life’s uncertainties and take on her dream job.

Carlos was bullied by a girl in childhood, creating his “I’m not good enough” myth, which paralyzed him around his crush, Sofia. Finally he suffered the pain of hearing she was now dating someone else. This ignited him to start jogging, slowly building his new myth “I have value to offer”. With this, Carlos found the confidence to ask someone else out and built a lasting relationship.

Mateo’s “fundamentally flawed” myth fueled his alcohol addiction, costing him his job and driver’s license. He hit rock bottom after missing his daughter’s graduation. In rehab, creating art reconnected him with his forgotten passion and inner strength. Embracing “I need to make up for my mistakes,” Mateo committed to sobriety, and rediscovered purpose in leading art therapy sessions for other recovering addicts.

Elena’s “inevitable disappointment” myth led her to withdraw from her band. She spent days in bed, convinced her music was worthless. Writing a song to cheer up her sister from a bad breakup revealed forgotten moments of joy and impact. Elena used this experience to adopt “My art touches lives.” She gradually re-engaged with music, rebuilding band relationships and eventually releasing a deeply personal album about her journey.

Raj’s “undeserving of rest” myth, rooted in childhood pressure to excel, led to chronic insomnia that jeopardized his medical residency. The constant fatigue impeded his ability to care for patients. A grateful patient’s comment about his empathetic night-shift care sparked a realization. Embracing “rest allows me to work my best,” gave Raj reason to relax and sleep, leading to improved diagnoses and patient outcomes, ultimately becoming a more effective doctor.