From Burnout to Balance: Thriving at Every Age with Deekron Krikorian

What’s holding you back from thriving—your age, or your beliefs about your age? In this episode, transformation coach and author, Deekron Krikorian, MBA, shares his journey from CPA to health strategist, helping high performers master mindset, metabolism, and momentum. Author of “The Nine Shifts: The Mind First Method to Transform Your Body and Your Life”, he describes nine challenges and mind shifts to create real solutions for reclaiming control and extending your healthspan.  Episode Timeline: 0:00 – Introduction to the Podcast and 2025 Theme  Dr. Gillian Lockitch sets the stage for the episode, explaining the importance of mindset in aging youthfully. The theme for 2025: “Age is Just a Number.”  1:25 – Meet Deekron Krikorian MBA: From CPA to Transformation Coach  A transformation coach with certifications in functional nutrition and metabolism, Deekron empowers high achievers to reclaim energy, purpose, and consistency.  3:48 – Deekron’s Story: Romanian Roots and Early Health Disciplines  He shares how his father's athletic discipline and values laid the foundation for lifelong wellness and ultimately inspired his career transition.  5:49 – Redefining Success for Healthy High Performance  Deekron explains that success means setting high standards and rising to meet them—and why mindset must evolve to fuel lasting fulfillment.  7:12 – From Fitness App to Transformational Coaching  Learn how a tech startup focused on gym motivation evolved into a deeper coaching practice rooted in emotional and mindset transformation.  9:04 – The Power of Mindset in Midlife Reinvention  Gillian and Deekron connect over their shared experiences of life transformation, discussing how mindset can shift the aging trajectory.  11:18 – Biggest Mistakes High Achievers Make About Health  Deekron outlines two common traps: using achievement to prove self worth and believing there's no time for self-care. He offers simple solutions for building health into any schedule.  13:49 – The Challenge of Saying No  Gillian and Deekron reflect on boundary-setting and how learning to say “no” is critical for prioritizing well-being.  15:00 – The 3x3 Assessment: Mind, Body, and Life  Deekron explains his diagnostic framework of 9 challenges across mindset, metabolism, and momentum—and how clients use it to identify blocks.  17:44 – How Coaching Works: From Assessment to Shifts  He walks through how he tailors coaching around specific shifts needed to overcome challenges like emotional eating or limiting beliefs.  19:18 – Deekron’s Nutrition Philosophy  Eat whole foods, time meals strategically, and find the right amount—not too little or too much. Personalized nutrition is key.  21:59 – Snacking, Cravings, and Intermittent Fasting  Gillian shares her approach to managing nighttime snacking with fasting timers and low-carb meals. Deekron emphasizes addressing underlying nutritional or emotional gaps.  25:10 – Personalizing Nutrition for Unique Metabolisms  The discussion turns to genetic variation, food sensitivities, and the need for individualized plans rather than dogmatic diets.  26:26 – Tackling Overwhelm and Time Management  Overwhelm often comes from perfectionism or people-pleasing. Deekron dives into emotional root causes and building self-worth beyond constant achievement.  28:46 – Coaching Clients in Later Life  Deekron affirms that mindset and transformation aren’t age-bound—he’s coached clients into their 70s and 80s who embraced new purpose and vitality.  29:58 – Start Here: The Most Powerful Shift  Beliefs drive behavior. Whether it's health, wealth, or relationships—limiting beliefs block progress. Awareness and reframing are the first steps to change.  32:11 – Final Takeaway: Don’t Make Good Habits Optional  Deekron encourages listeners to commit to simple habits and small wins—starting is more important than being perfect.  33:47 – Where to Learn More  Listeners are invited to find The Nine Shifts on Amazon or connect with Deekron on LinkedIn. He also offers a free gift of the first three chapters of his book.  About Deekron Krikorian www.linkedin.com/in/deekron/  https://www.facebook.com/groups/theinpoweredbody Gift: A link to the first 3 chapters of my book: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/aaqaay3x7usr50krh23l8/Book-Excerpt-The-Nine-Shifts-Intro-and-Ch-1-2-Web-version.pdf?rlkey=3ou33lf70ys1kqjm2qqbhqywc&dl=0 Action Steps:  Schedule a  call with Dr. Gillian Lockitch.  Join the GOLY Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/growingolderlivingyounger