In Your Right Mind with Monique Rhodes

Do you ever feel tempted to jump in and help someone when you see them struggling with their dreams? In this episode, I explore the importance of letting others—and yourself—earn the journey towards success. Listen and learn why the process matters more than the outcome and how letting others face their battles can be the greatest gift of all.  Click Here to see how happy you are. Enjoying our podcast? We'd love to hear from you! Click here to leave a review.

Have you ever set a goal, only to feel discouraged when you don’t reach it as quickly as you thought you would? If so, this episode is for you. We’ll explore how to stay motivated even when progress feels slow and how to reframe your approach to overcome those moments of doubt. Tune in to learn how to keep moving forward, no matter what. Click Here to see how happy you are. Enjoying our podcast? We'd love to hear from you! Click here to leave a review.

What does it really mean to live with courage? In this episode, I explore the choices we face every day—between reacting out of fear or stepping into a more conscious, intentional way of being. We’ll talk about the habits that keep us stuck in anxiety and judgment, and the ones that open us to freedom, love, and self-respect. Living bravely isn’t about grand gestures—it’s about choosing awareness and kindness in the moments that matter most. Let’s look at how you can shape a life that feels authentically your own.

What if true intelligence isn’t about how many facts you can remember, but how deeply you can live? In this episode, I explore the quiet difference between knowledge and wisdom—and how shifting our definition of “smart” can free us from outdated labels. Join me as we unpack how being curious, kind, and willing to grow might just be the most intelligent thing of all.

What is a mantra? What is an intention? What is the difference? 

I spoke with one of my students the other day about the difficulties of seeing her mother suffering. It could be easy to take on those emotional states as our own. However, it's not really very helpful. 

It can be easy to fall into the mentality of shopping around when looking for strategies to help us feel happier. That can be problematic. 

Today I am replying to a question from one of my students struggling with connecting with others again as she emerges from the pandemic isolation. It’s a reminder of why our social connections are vital to our wellbeing. 

Being kind to ourselves is not something we’re taught. 75% of people who find it easy to be kind to others find it hard to be kind to themselves. 

For 13 years, I travelled the world living out of one bag. These are the lessons I learned from having so little. 

We are masters of multitasking activities, and we are also masters of multitasking in our minds. Unfortunately, both of these activities significantly affect our ability to function.

Today I answer a question on knee jerk reactions. How can we detach from the emotions that cause them?

Is it ok to want more? In today’s podcast I answer a question from one of my students about wanting more for herself and her kids. 

Today is my birthday. I always make it an important day. And the best news is that whenever I am in New Zealand, it is always a holiday!

How do we balance caring for others without losing ourselves? In this episode, I respond to a listener’s heartfelt question about putting their own needs aside—often until it’s too late. We’ll explore why self-care so often disappears in times of crisis, and how creating non-negotiable habits can anchor us even when life feels overwhelming. Let’s talk about why honoring your own wellbeing isn’t selfish—it’s the foundation for everything else you give.

Do you dream of changing the world? In this episode, I explore how the most powerful transformation doesn’t start out there—it begins within. I share why working with your mind is the key to reducing suffering, building happiness, and seeing the world through a more loving and compassionate lens. Discover how your perception shapes everything and how becoming kinder and more conscious creates a ripple effect of change. Learn how shifting your internal world is the truest way to make a difference.

As life moves on at such a fast pace, we can easily forget the cycles of it. In this last week, there have been two passings and one birth that have touched me. In today’s podcast, I explain why. 

Many of us have morning rituals that help start our days in the best way possible. One of my clients asked me if she could do things at night to help her wake up happier in the morning. In this podcast, I give my thoughts. 

Sometimes, it’s hard for us to tell someone we love that they have hurt us. We may not even be able to see it. What we do see instead is a decoy.

Is there an expiry date to dreams? What if you’ve suffered a lot and feel you might be too old to dream? In today’s podcast, I answer a question from one of my students questioning whether it’s too late to dream.