The Personality Edit
Rewrite Your Patterns | Lean into Your Values | Live as Your Best Self
A 10-week self-guided program to help you shift patterns that keep you stuck and cultivate the traits that make your dream life possible — using the same proven framework I’ve tested in my clinical research.
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A Clinically Proven Framework for Shifting the Traits that Don't Serve You
This isn’t another journal, mindset challenge, or motivational course.
It’s a science-backed toolkit for shifting the self-limiting beliefs and behavioral patterns that prevent you from moving toward your personal and professional goals.
You'll get access to my 3-step framework – the same one I've tested with hundreds of people in my clinical trials and use with my 1:1 coaching clients
1. Clarify
We start by creating the map. Together, we’ll:
Gain an understanding of where your patterns come from
Identify your values - what matters most so you have a clear direction to head
Pinpoint personality-based strengths to leverage and growth areas to shift
The Result: A clear, path forward instead of a swirl of random wellness hacks the latest influencer is promoting
2. Cultivate
Next, you'll learn the science-backed tools to make it real.
Build quick wins through values-aligned actions that feel both doable and energizing
Challenge self-limiting beliefs that keep you stuck in old patterns
Stay present, grounded, & staying the course — without having to become a meditation guru
The Result: You'll subscribe to a new narrative about yourself, choose different actions, and trust the new self you're building.
3. Consolidate
Finally, we weave it all together to create a full life
Career: Show up strategically instead of reactively
Relationships: Set boundaries & deepen connections
Growth: Make space for passions and pursuits you've put on hold
Resilience: Handle setbacks with more ease and less spiral
The Result: Traits that move you steadily toward the life you want
You're feeling stuck.
But you know you have potential.
You know what’s getting in your way… but awareness hasn’t fully translated into action.
Maybe you have a new goal in mind, but old emotional habits — self-doubt, anxiety, or second-guessing — pull you off track.
Or you want deeper, more authentic connections, yet you either hold back or overfill the space — trying hard, but rarely feeling truly seen.
Maybe you move toward goals with rigid perfectionism that drains your energy — or with disorganization that keeps you from making progress.
You’re capable. You’re motivated.
But you feel like you might be the limiting factor in getting to the next level.
It’s simply the result of personality patterns your brain has practiced for years.
And the good news: Your traits aren’t fixed. They’re flexible.
With the right structure, you can evolve them intentionally.
That’s exactly what The Personality Edit helps you do.
What You'll Achieve
✨ Emotional steadiness. Learn to manage stress and strong feelings without losing your footing — so challenges feel like signals, not setbacks.
✨ Clarity and direction. Replace indecision and overwhelming possibilities with confident choices that reflect your real priorities and values.
✨ Healthier relationships. Strengthen your ability to connect authentically, set boundaries gracefully, and communicate with calm confidence.
✨ Sustainable motivation. Build habits that last — not because you force them, but because they fit who you’re becoming.
✨ Aligned Ambition — Lean into the work and opportunities that light you up — without worrying that you're not the type of person who does those things.
✨ A Proven System You Can Rely on for Years to Come — Replace random survival strategies with science-backed tools for change, intention, and alignment who you want to be. As a psychological researcher, I've tested this exact framework in clinical trials so I know they work.
What's Different about The Personality Edit?
A Proven Research-Backed Framework
Most programs are based on “feel-good” routines from one influencer's personal experience.
I’ve spent my career developing the very strategies you’ll use here—tested in clinical trials supported by millions of grant dollars from the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). I travel the world over to each other therapists and coaches to provide my proven tools for intentional personality change.
These aren’t hacks or trends. They’re evidence-based methods designed to rewire the habits and beliefs that keep you stuck from reaching your full potential.
Real-World Experience You Can Trust
I’ve lived this. I know what it’s like to feel like career goals and satisfying relationships are just out of reach.
I know what it's like to gradually develop the characteristics I'd need for the life I wanted as a psychologist, researcher, and partner/parent.
I’ve walked that exact path — and I’ve learned how to step outside of the comfort zone of familiar patterns and into a life that actually feels aligned.
That’s why this program exists: to save you from years of trial-and-error, and to show you the science-backed strategies that actually work in real life.
A Globally-Recognized Program
The tools included in The Personality Edit have been featured in global media, including TED, CBS Sunday Morning, the Washington Post, Medium, Psychology Today, VeryWell Mind, WebMD, National Public Radio, and many more.
Dr. Sauer-Zavala's work has also been recognized with multiple academic awards for its scientific rigor and potentional to change lives.
This is for you if...
You feel boxed in by your own personality. You’ve read the types, taken the tests, and know yourself well — but you’re tired of feeling defined by your patterns instead of directing them.
You’re stuck in habits that once worked for you — but now hold you back. Maybe it’s overthinking, people-pleasing, perfectionism, or avoidance. You’re ready for strategies that flip the script.
You’ve introspected, but insight hasn’t led to change. Therapy, books, podcasts — you’ve tried it all, but something still isn’t clicking. You’re ready for a method that connects understanding with measurable growth.
You’re ready to evolve. You know the person you want to become — calmer, more focused, more deeply connected with others — and you’re ready to use science, structure, and support to get there.
What's included in
The Personality Edit Program?
Proven Framework: Clarify. Cultivate. Consolidate.
A research-backed method I personally developed, tested in clinical trials, and now teach worldwide. You won’t find this system in free downloads or books = $4,000
Step-by-Step Trainings, Tools + Workbook
10 science-backed video lessons with a customizable workbook that helps you immediately apply the tools to your real life. No fluff, just clarity, structure, and action = $5,000
Private Group Community
An intimate, private platform for connection, support, and encouragement from Dr. Shannon and the group = $1000
Exclusive Access (& Savings) to Dr. Shannon's Programs
The Personality Edit Community has first access to any new program Dr. Shannon develops, as well as a 10% discount on individual coaching packages = at least $480
The Personality Edit program distills the most effective, evidence-based strategies I use with my one-on-one clients into a structured yet flexible framework. Through guided exercises, you'll get the clarity, accountability, and support you need
—at a fraction of the cost of working with me privately.
Your Membership Breakdown
This isn’t something you could cobble together with free resources from the internet or a pile of worksheets you’ll never use.
It’s a premium program designed to help you quiet the noise, break unhelpful patterns, and create sustainable alignment.
:
Here's everything you receive:
☑️ $4,000 — Dr. Shannon's Clinically-Proven Trait Development Framework
☑️ $5,000 — Step-by-Step Trainings, Tools, and Workbook
☑️ $1,000 — Private Group Community
☑️ $480 — Exclusive discount on 1:1 Coaching Packages
TOTAL VALUE = $10,480
Your Investment
Standard: $897
Enroll Before Jan 1: $397
or 3 Monthly Payments of $150
Imagine this: In three months, you'll develop a new normal to optimize how you operate for the rest of your life - definitely the highest ROI you’ll give yourself this year
Is The Personality Edit Program Right for You?
✔️ Yes, if...
You feel like your patterns of thinking and behavior are limiting your ability to move to the next level
You’re navigating stress, self-doubt, or emotional patterns that feel at odds with the life you want.
You want a clear, science-backed system (not vague advice) to shift patterns like overthinking, reactivity, perfectionism, avoidance, or relationship misalignment.
You want to move at your own pace with proven tools that fit into your real life — so the changes actually last.
❌ No, if...
You're not ready to look honestly at your habits and patterns — or you’re unwilling to shift them.
You’re looking for viral tips and tricks — instead of a research-backed framework tested in clinical trials.
You’re not ready to invest time and energy into yourself — even though that’s exactly what would move the needle.
You’re looking for crisis support, emergency intervention, or therapy. Coaching isn’t designed for acute distress or untreated mental health conditions.
Results that Speak Volumes
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is a good fit for the program?
This program is perfect for people who feel stuck in an unhelpful pattern, people who want to align their lives with their values, and people who want to let go of the unnecessary habits or traits that no longer serve them. This program is for people who are ready to prioritize their well-being and take actionable steps toward a more fulfilling life.
How much time will the program take?
The program is designed to fit into your busy life. Each week, you’ll need about 1–2 hours to complete the video trainings and exercises in your workbook. This isn’t about adding more to your plate—it’s about making changes to how you operate within your life. Many of my clients are balancing a 9-5 job or other responsibilities (like family and kids), and they love how my structured approach and direct, no-fluff feedback helps them stay focused on what actually brings results.
How do I know it is the right time?
If you’re waiting for the “perfect” time, it’s probably never going to come (life is busy—I get it!). The truth is, there’s no better time to start prioritizing you. This program is about helping you find clarity and purpose even while life is happening. If you’re feeling stuck or overwhelmed, now is exactly the right time.
How do I know this will work for me?
This program is grounded in science-backed strategies I’ve developed and tested as a clinical psychologist and researcher. However, like most personal growth programs, results are directly related to effort you put in.
Is there a refund policy?
Due to the intimate and high-touch nature of this experience, there are no refunds.
What if I have more questions?
No problem! Reach out to me directly at [email protected] I’ll be happy to chat and help you decide if this program is the right fit for you. I look forward to hearing from you. Or you can schedule a Clarity Call right here: https://dashboard.personality-compass.com/compassclaritycall
Shannon Sauer-Zavala, PhD, and the programs, courses, coaching, and services offered through Personality Compass (Compass Mental Health, LLC) make no guarantees regarding your personal, professional, or financial outcomes.
By enrolling in or participating in any of our programs, trainings, or mentorships, you acknowledge that we do not promise or guarantee specific results. Any examples, testimonials, or case studies shared on this website or within our programs are provided for illustration only.
Your success depends on many factors — including your individual effort, consistency, life circumstances, and personal choices.
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