with Elisha Goldstein
Feb 23, 2026
Episode 1219
Podcast 1219: Becoming More: You Can’t Get to Better Until You Get to Different – A Transformational Talk with Dianna Kokoszka
By Greg Voisen·
Inside Personal Growth
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Show Notes
In this episode
In this thought-provoking episode of Inside Personal Growth, host Greg Voisen welcomes Dianna Kokoszka—acclaimed leadership coach, speaker, and author of the transformational new book, Becoming More: You Can’t Get to Better Until You Get to Different.
With a foreword by John Maxwell, Dianna’s book is a personal and professional roadmap for those seeking meaningful change. Whether you're navigating a transition, stuck in old routines, or simply yearning to live with more intention, Dianna's journey will both inspire and empower you.
From Human Being to Human Becoming
One of the most powerful ideas Dianna shares is that we are not meant to just be—we are meant to be becoming. By shifting your identity, mindset, and habits, you unlock the potential to grow into the version of yourself you truly aspire to be.
Through her “to become” list—an innovative twist on traditional goal-setting—Dianna urges us to stop chasing outcomes and instead focus on who we must become to achieve what we desire.
Rewiring the Brain Through Language and Visualization
As a certified NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) trainer, Dianna dives into how our subconscious mind is programmed by the language we use and the stories we tell ourselves.
She explores:
- ✦The Reticular Activating System and how our brain filters reality
- ✦Why visualization is a critical tool for creating change
- ✦The danger of “ruts” in our mental wiring—and how to reset them
- ✦The immense power of the words “I am” and how they shape our identity
Growth Mindset, Comfort Zones & Fear
In Becoming More, Dianna discusses how to break free from the prison of comfort zones—what she describes as cages made of thoughts. Fear often keeps us from stepping outside those zones, but she shows that real growth requires discomfort, new habits, and rewiring long-held patterns.
She also introduces the concept of “adaptive learning,” where success is built through a cycle of learning, implementing, failing, and trying again—with more wisdom each time.
Why Words Matter More Than You Think
Throughout the interview, Dianna emphasizes how the words we use—especially those spoken to ourselves and our children—become the programming of our lives. Her coaching clients have seen massive breakthroughs simply by changing phrases like “I’m frustrated” to “I’m fascinated.”
It’s this kind of shift that allows us to not only solve problems but create the future we want to live in.
Tune in to the Full Episode
This episode is packed with wisdom for entrepreneurs, educators, parents, and anyone on a path of personal transformation. If you're ready to let go of limiting beliefs, rewire your mindset, and truly become more, don’t miss this conversation.
➡️ Listen to the full episode on Inside Personal Growth
📘 Get the book on Amazon
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