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In this episode, you'll learn: How to build authentic relationships that fit your current life stage (no time machine required) The difference between being connected and feeling connected (they're not the same thing) Practical ways to deepen relationships and create new ones, no matter how busy or complicated your life is Have you ever noticed how loneliness shows up differently as we move through life? Maybe in your twenties it hit you at 4 AM when you realized your party crew wasn't really there for you. Or maybe it's hitting you now, in your thirties or forties, when you're staring at your phone wondering when making friends got so damn complicated. Here's what nobody tells you about growing up: connection gets trickier. Maybe you're married with kids, and your idea of social life is trading war stories with other parents at pickup. Or you're single, watching your friends disappear into their domestic lives while you're still trying to figure out where to meet people who aren't swiping right. Or you've got that high-powered career you worked so hard for, but somewhere between the promotion and the corner office, your friendships started feeling like another item on your to-do list. The science behind this is fascinating. Research shows that our social connections peak in our mid-twenties, then start declining steadily. By our mid-thirties, many of us have less than half the social connections we had a decade earlier. But here's the thing – our need for genuine connection doesn't decrease. If anything, it gets stronger. Today our guest is Sah D'Simone, a spiritual teacher who understands this evolution of connection. After his own journey from surface-level relationships to creating deep, meaningful bonds at every stage of life, he now guides others through the complex landscape of modern connection. Links from the episode: Show Notes: mindlove.com/374 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We will learn: How to spot and break out of subconscious loops that keep you stuck Practical ways to start consciously creating a life that’s actually yours Tools for creating real, lasting change in every part of your life One day, you’re wild, free, spontaneous—living each moment like anything could happen next. And then, before you know it, you wake up and realize… you’re living the same day for the 5,000th time. It doesn’t happen all at once. At first, that routine feels comfortable, like you’ve finally got things under control. But soon enough, it’s like you’re stuck on a loop. The same habits, the same thoughts, the same patterns keep showing up. And every time you try to break free or make a change, it’s like you’re right back where you started. If you’ve ever felt trapped in a loop like that, you know how it feels. Maybe for you, it’s not something visible, like an addiction or habit. Maybe it’s quieter—a fear that keeps you from making bold choices, a doubt that stops you from trying new things, or just the weight of knowing that you’re not living life on your terms. So how do we break the cycle? How do we step out of these old loops and start creating something real, something that feels like ours? Today our guest is TJ Woodward, a transformational coach and author who dives into the power of conscious creation. TJ’s work is all about unraveling the patterns that keep us in autopilot mode so we can take back control, break free from our loops, and start living fully. TJ is a featured thought-leader on WholeHearted.org along with Brené Brown, Marianne Williamson, Dr. Gabor Maté, and Mark Lundholm. Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/373 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We will learn: How positive psychology techniques can be applied to prevent suicide and improve overall mental health. Practical strategies, including Niyc's "333 system," that you can start using today to build resilience and cope with life's challenges. The importance of creating meaningful connections and how small daily actions can make a significant difference in mental well-being. Have you ever noticed how we tend to avoid talking about suicide until it's too late? It's a topic that many of us shy away from, perhaps because it's uncomfortable, or maybe because we think it won't touch our lives. But the truth is, it affects more of us than we realize. The thing is, when it comes to suicide, we often tell ourselves that hindsight is 20/20. We say, "If only we had known, we could have done something." But is that really true? Or is it just a comforting lie we tell ourselves to ease the pain of loss and helplessness? The reality is, we don't have to wait for hindsight. We can take action now. We can learn to recognize the signs, to have those difficult conversations, to create environments where people feel safe opening up about their struggles. But it's not just about recognizing when someone is in crisis. It's about building a society where mental health is prioritized, where seeking help is normalized, and where we all have the tools to support ourselves and each other through life's challenges. Our guest today is Niyc Pidgeon, an award-winning Positive Psychologist, Keynote Speaker, Business Mentor, and author of the book, "One More Day." She is the Founder of The Positive Psychology Coach Academy CertificationⓇ Program and is on a mission to help a billion people become more mentally healthy. Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/372 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We will learn: How the ancient wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine views the connection between the heart and uterus, and why this matters for your fertility journey. The power of conscious creation and how your thoughts and visualizations can influence your reproductive health. Practical techniques to reduce stress and promote the free flow of energy in your body, potentially enhancing your fertility. Have you ever felt like your body has a mind of its own, especially when it comes to fertility? Like no matter how much you plan or hope, your reproductive journey seems to have its own mysterious timeline? Studies have shown that chronic stress can affect everything from our immune system to our hormonal balance. In fact, research published in the journal Human Reproduction found that women with high levels of stress enzymes in their saliva were 29% less likely to get pregnant compared to those with lower levels. What if the key to unlocking our fertility potential lies not just in medical interventions, but in understanding the intricate dance between our mind, body, and spirit? In this episode we’re exploring different perspectives, gaining new insights, and discovering tools you can use on your own unique journey. Our guest is Michelle Oravitz. She is an acupuncturist specializing in fertility health. She hosts "The Wholesome Fertility Podcast," a top-rated podcast where she interviews leading experts and best-selling authors and provides her own fertility wellness tips. During her free time, Michelle enjoys spending time with her family, reading, doing yoga, meditating, and painting. Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/371 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We will learn: How to tap into the unparalleled intelligence of your heart to access higher intuition and make better daily decisions How to align the brains in your heart, head and gut to create more health and success in your life Proven practices to shift from overthinking and resistance into flow, clarity and harmony in your daily life They say the mind is a powerful thing—but what if we've been putting the wrong part of ourselves in charge all along? This is where heart intelligence comes in. It's not about abandoning logic—it's about finding a balance. It's about cultivating enough trust within ourselves that we can stop overthinking every decision and instead feel our way into a life that not only looks impressive on paper but feels deeply satisfying too. In this episode, we're diving deep into what it means to live from your heart, not just your head. We'll explore practical ways to quiet the mind's constant chatter and tune into your inner guidance system. Because here's the truth: your heart already knows what your mind can only dream of understanding. Our guest is Kimberly Snyder, a multiple-time New York Times bestselling author, spiritual and meditation teacher, and an expert in heart-centered living and intuitive decision-making. Her latest book "The Hidden Power Of The Five Hearts" is all about awakening the heart - energetically and through the science of heart coherence - and how the power of the heart has been proven to create greater physical health, energy, emotional intelligence, hormonal balance and better digestion and gut health, as well as more peace and intuition. Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/370 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How has everyone been doing? because I have been going through it. September was the most challenging month of my responsible-adult-chapter of my life. It tested every ounce of my resilience and every spiritual tool I've ever preached about. It was the kind of month that makes you question if the universe has a personal vendetta against you. Grief, fear, and raw survival instincts hit me all at once. Here's what I've discovered: in most cases, it's not about rising above or avoiding certain experiences, but instead, radically changing how you experience them. Instead of spiraling in the storm, you dance in the rain. So in this episode, I'm about to share the story of my month filled with loss, terrifying medical chaos, natural disasters, and the business decision that forced me to navigate it all while literally evacuating my family to safety. And I’m also going to share how I’m dealing with it all, because I am still currently in it… what I’m learning, how I’m processing, what I'm leaning into and out of, and my personal healing tools. Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/369 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We will learn: How consciousness, not your brain, is the primary creator of your reality. The secret to meditation's deep rest and wakeful alertness. How transcendental meditation can transform your brain functions, improve your physiological age, and even alter your DNA. Do you ever catch yourself thinking, "Damn, why does my brain keep screwing me over?" Maybe you're stuck in an anxiety spiral, or you can't kick that habit you've been trying to ditch for years. Trust me, I've been there, and it's a special kind of hell. Here's a wild thought: What if everything we think we know about our brains is completely backwards? Most people have the wrong expectations of meditation… and actually meditation is kind of the antithesis of meditation. And transcendental meditation helps you get to that state. Non judgment. Non attachment. No expectations. Letting go. And sometimes, even moments of bliss.  Our guest is Dr. Tony Nader, one of the godfathers of transcendental meditation and basically an expert in consciousness. And I know I know… consciousness doesn’t mean a whole lot unless you’re deep into spirituality. But what about tapping into infinite creativity, higher potential, more energy, and just carrying bliss throughout your day? This episode is going to make you rethink everything you thought you knew about your mind. Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/368 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We will learn: The hidden impacts of constant online exposure. Simple, yet powerful ways to reclaim your focus and purpose. How to change how you connect to others. Do you feel in control of your phone use? Or does it sometimes feel like it’s in control of you? Have you ever wondered how much of your daily stress and anxiety is linked to your phone and constant connectivity? How different would your life be if you made intentional choices to unplug? The problem is, so many of these devices or apps to help you decrease screen time feel so all or nothing. Or they’re too easy to get around. And then ultimately, the change isn’t sustainable.  That’s why I’m excited about the approach I learned in this episode. Instead of just cutting off tech, or decreasing our Instagram usage to 30 minutes a day… Hannah Brencher suggests a challenge of 1000 hours completely tech free. What I love about this method is that it alone also gives you a hit of dopamine, but toward something more positive. Those of you who love to-do lists know that joy of checking off a task each day.  But there’s more to it than this. Which we’ll talk about today. Hannah Brencher is a writer and a mom with a continual quest to be more present in life. She’s also the author of The Unplugged Hours: Cultivating a Life of Presence in a Digitally Connected World. Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/367 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We will learn: The 3 sinister phases of burnout and learn how to recognize the alarm bells before it's too late. How a simple object can tune you into the hidden messages your body is sending. A powerful blueprint for reclaiming your energy and purpose. Do you ever feel like you're drowning in your own life? Like no matter how hard you try to keep your head above water, you just keep sinking deeper? Yeah, me too. And guess what? We're not alone. Over 80% of people have experienced burnout in the last four years. That's not just feeling tired – we're talking full-on, soul-crushing burnout. But, what if I told you there's another way? What if we could rewire our lives to work for us, not against us? In this episode, we're going to get real about burnout. We're going to talk about why it's not just you being "lazy" or "weak." We're going to call out the systems that are failing us, and most importantly, we're going to talk about how to dig ourselves out of this hole. Our guest is Neha Sangwan, MD, CEO and founder of Intuitive Intelligence, is a physician, engineer, author, speaker, and communication expert. She empowers individuals, leaders, and teams with effective communication tools that address stress, prevent burnout, inspire accountability and empower collaboration. Dr. Sangwan has authored two foundational books: TalkRx: Five Steps to Honest Conversations for Connection, Health, and Happiness; and Powered by Me: From Burned Out to Fully Charged at Work and in Life. Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/366 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We will learn: How early emotional experiences secretly shape your neurological coding and influence your life's core beliefs. How your body stores untapped wisdom and intuition, and how to use them to break free from autopilot reactions. A life-changing method to create a gap between stimulus and response. Do you ever catch yourself reacting to a situation and wonder, "Where the hell did that come from?" One minute you're fine, the next you're spiraling into anxiety or lashing out in anger. It's like your emotional thermostat is set to "overreact," and you can't figure out how to reset it. Here's the thing: we're all walking around with invisible wounds from our childhood. Some are gaping and obvious, others are subtle scratches we barely notice. But make no mistake, they're all shaping how we move through the world as adults. This is where understanding our "neurological wounding" comes in. It's not about blaming our parents or wallowing in past hurts. It's about recognizing how those early experiences literally wired our brains and nervous systems. Once we see the map, we can start redrawing it. But here's the million-dollar question: How do we actually do this rewiring? Is it even possible to change such deeply ingrained patterns? Our guest today is Glenn Cohen. He is a Master Neurological Life Coach and the founder of the Center for Neurological Intelligence. He has helped thousands of individuals and couples by guiding them to heal their unresolved neurological wounding and grow into the highest version of themselves. He's developed a method that goes beyond just talking about our issues – it actually helps us reprogram our neurological coding at its source. Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/365 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We will learn: The habits that could be causing you to be your own worst enemy and how to fix them. Why teeny-tiny nudges can steer your life back on course in monumental ways. What’s different about the mysterious 2% super achievers that just flow with life. Ever feel like you're almost running on a hamster wheel, chasing happiness but never quite catching it? Like you're stuck in a loop of monotony, waiting for some big event to finally break you out of your rut? The truth is, many of us are sleepwalking through life, caught up in routines and habits that don't serve us. We're so busy doing what we think we should be doing that we forget to ask ourselves what actually makes us happy. But here's the thing: happiness isn't some far-off destination. It's not something that happens to us. It's something we create, day by day, choice by choice. So today, we're learning about the art of being brilliant. Our guest is Andy Cope, a happiness expert and best-selling author. Andy has spent years studying what makes people truly happy and successful. He's not about quick fixes or empty promises. Instead, he focuses on practical, everyday strategies that can help us live more vibrant, fulfilling lives. Andy believes that we all have the potential to be brilliant - we just need to learn how to tap into it. Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/364 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We will learn: How to turn a crisis into a divine breakthrough Why energetic alignment is more crucial than time management and how to find it A simple free tool to manage stress and anxiety Ever feel like life's just one giant shit-show after another? Like you're juggling chainsaws and waiting for one to slice you open? Here’s the thing, though, those moments when everything goes to shit? They're actually clearing the runway for something epic. You just can't see it when you're knee-deep in the crap. Are you ready to stop fighting against the current and start flowing with it? Are you willing to trust that even in your darkest moments, there's a light at the end of the tunnel? Because that's where the magic happens. That's where you start creating a life beyond your wildest dreams. And in the meantime, this episode is gonna be your secret weapon for holding that state of being when your nervous system wants to tap out. Our guest is my friend Sam Skelly. She is a 7-figure entrepreneur, best-selling author, and wellness coaching expert. She founded both Hungry for Happiness and Pause Breathwork, which has a mission to help people clear anxiety and stress through the power of the breath. She has revolutionized the weight loss and self-help industries by examining the individual and underlying causes of food, body, and self-love issues. Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/363 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We will learn: How constantly chasing thrills might actually be stealing your joy How to scientifically tailor social and leisure activities for maximum joy without burnout. A few more secret hacks for everyday happiness What are you waiting for? What do you keep telling yourself you’ll start when you’re ready. Or when the time is right? Or when the path becomes clear? You can’t tell yourself that other things are more important, without also telling yourself that your desires are less important. And if YOUR natural god-given desires are less important, you’re saying your interest in something is not worth the focus in this moment in time. Changing that mental roadblock is one of the most effective things you can do to change your life. So that’s what we’re talking about today. Our guest is Jodi Wellman. She is a speaker, author, and facilitator, and she helps her clients live squander-free lives while they’re lucky enough to still be above ground. She named her business Four Thousand Mondays because it shines the light on the finite number of weeks we have to live like we mean it. Her new book is called, "You Only Die Once: How to Make It to the End with No Regrets." Jodi’s TEDx talk is called How Death Can Bring You Back to Life; with over 1.3 million views, it is the 14th most-watched TEDx talk released in 2022, out of 15,900! Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/362 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We will learn: How to turn negative thoughts into moments of curiosity and wonder.  How to rediscover forgotten parts of yourself.  The dual nature of your deepest scars.  Have you ever felt like you're speaking a different language than everyone around you? Like your thoughts run deeper, your questions stretch further, and your curiosity knows no bounds? If so, you're not alone, and this episode is for you. Together, we're going to explore the gifts and challenges of being a deep thinker in a world that often prioritizes surface-level interactions. We'll discuss how to harness your unique perspective, how to connect authentically with others without dimming your light, and how to find balance between your rich inner world and the external reality we all navigate. Whether you're the one who's always been called "too intense," or you're simply curious about the inner workings of deeply thoughtful minds, this conversation promises to be enlightening, validating, and potentially life-changing. Our guest is Corey Allen, author, podcaster, and a kindred spirit in the realm of profound conversations. Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/361 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We will learn: The surprising questions that go beyond small talk and lead to profound, meaningful conversations How to deepen your bond with others by shifting conversational focus from surface-level facts to emotional truths The secret you can steal from top salespeople to align with people emotionally Have you ever had one of those conversations where you just... click? Where after just a few minutes, you're thinking, "Did I just make a new best friend?" Those moments are so rare, aren't they? And they seem to get even rarer as we get older. But, imagine if you could create those deep connections on demand. Not just in those rare, perfect moments, but in your everyday life. At work, with your partner, even with the cashier at your local grocery store. Sounds too good to be true, right? Well, that's exactly what we're diving into today. We're going to explore the art and science of becoming a "supercommunicator" - someone who can connect with anyone, anytime, anywhere. That's where our guest today comes in. Charles Duhigg is a Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter and the author of "The Power of Habit," which spent over 60 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list. His latest book, "Supercommunicators," is all about unlocking the secrets of truly effective communication. Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/360 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We will learn: How to stay organized and motivated using a dopamine-driven method that’s deceptively simple but incredibly effective. How to use mnemonic devices and micro-deadlines to manage ADHD symptoms and boost your productivity. A transformative approach to handling mistakes in relationships, leading to greater empathy and connection. Hey there, fellow neurodivergent friend! Can we talk about how our brains are wired a bit differently? Sometimes, it's just a little, and other times, it feels like we're operating on a whole other frequency. And let's be honest, it can be frustrating as hell when the world seems built for a standard-issue brain. Now, if you've been hanging out with me for a while, you've probably picked up that I've got ADHD. And you know what? I love it. Sure, there are struggles - plenty of them. But I've learned to manage those, or at least stay flexible when my brain decides to throw a chaotic dance party. For me, lifestyle choices have made a bigger difference than anything else. I think a big reason why is that they're empowering. You don't feel dependent on something external for your survival. We're going to dive into some of those lifestyle choices today. Our guests are Kim and Penn Holderness. You might recognize them from their viral family cover songs. Penn and Kim are the hosts of the award-winning podcast The Holderness Family Podcast and the best-selling authors of Everybody Fights and their newest book, ADHD is Awesome. So, let's jump in and explore how we can embrace our wonderfully unique brains and make this world work for us, not the other way around! Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/359 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We will learn: How your environment signals to the universe what you desire and the importance of space-clearing How your space can improve your romance and your finances How to find your personal energy number Ever walk into a room and feel like something's just... off? You can't quite put your finger on it, but suddenly, you're having trouble relaxing or getting anything done. Here's the deal: our environment affects us way more than we realize. It’s not just about what’s in your space, but how your space is arranged. So today, we’re diving into the concept of feng shui, which is all about how energy - or "chi," as they call it - flows through your space. It's like giving your home a tune-up, but instead of fixing your car, you're fixing the vibes. Feng shui teaches us how to tune into these subtle energies and make them work for us. And the best part? You don't need to be some spiritual guru to do it. It's all about simple changes that can make a big difference. Our guest is Marie Diamond. She is a world‐renowned Master Teacher of Feng Shui and the Law of Attraction, a six-time global best-selling author, and the star of the major network TV series “Feng Shui Your Life.” Marie has been featured on NBC, Fox, and CBS and she also starred in the global phenomenon “The Secret.” Marie has taught more than one million students over the last 30 years and today we’re in that group. Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/358 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We will learn: How to master the art of setting boundaries without drama Why people emotionally regress and how to handle it with empathy How specificity in conversation might save your relationships Every gift has a shadow, and every shadow a gift. This has been one of my biggest lessons throughout my spiritual growth. I've learned that the impact of our actions or words can vary dramatically based on the energy we bring to them. Take serving others, for instance. It can spring from a sense of purpose and self-worth, or it can be rooted in people-pleasing. Same action, totally different vibe. This duality is everywhere in our lives. Confidence can be empowering or arrogant, depending on how you use it. Ambition can drive you to reach for the stars or have you stepping on others to get there. But is there a way to honor our truth while leaving space for others? I think there is. It's about finding that sweet spot between doormat and bulldozer. It's speaking your mind without steamrolling others. It's setting boundaries with kindness. It's disagreeing without dismissing. So that’s what we’re talking about today. Our guest is Amy Green Smith. She is a life coach and hypnotherapist, speaker, and communication expert. She helps people find their voice and move to a place of radical personal empowerment and self-worth. Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/357 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We will learn: How feeling "too much" impacts lives and relationships, and how you can embrace your full self without apology. How Brianna's dogs led her to make radical life choices and what she’s learned from her aging dogs about slowing down and living in the moment The heart-wrenching yet empowering conversations about navigating relationships with imperfect parents—and how it shapes us. Dogs have a lot to teach us. They don’t care about our flaws or past mistakes. They don’t hold grudges or criticize our choices. They simply love us for who we are in the purest, most genuine way possible. They remind us to enjoy the simple pleasures—a walk in the park, a game of fetch, a quiet moment of cuddling. They teach us the value of being present, of living in the moment without worrying about the future or dwelling on the past. In many ways, dogs embody the best qualities we aspire to have. Their love is a light, guiding us through our darkest times and celebrating with us in our happiest moments. Today, we’re unfolding a few more life lessons learned from love, loss, and dogs. And I love this type of episode… very conversational, raw, and real. Our guest is Brianna Madia. She has lived a life of relentless intention, traveling the deserts of the American West in an old Ford van. She made a name for herself on social media with her inspiring captions-cum-essays about bravery, identity, nature, and subverting expectations, and, of course, her 4 dogs. Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/356 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We will learn: The hidden power of acceptance in relationships. How asking thought-provoking questions can revolutionize your conversations and relationships. How to craft questions that avoid dead-end answers and spark powerful, transformative discussions. Have you ever noticed that certain conversations or people leave you feeling a particular way? Maybe it’s a really good feeling—like true connection, fulfillment, or belonging. Or maybe it’s not so great, leaving you frustrated, disconnected, or defensive. Sometimes, it’s hard to pinpoint why. The question is, do certain dynamics just exist as they are, and you’ll never feel that harmony? Or is there something you can do to spark it? To align better with the other person? Too often, when we shift our own patterns, the people and circumstances around us shift too. And that starts with our own communication. So today, we’re going to learn how to shift your life by asking better, more intentional questions and how to create those moments of true connection more regularly. Our guest is Topaz Adizes. He is an Emmy Award-winning writer, director, and experience design architect. His works have been selected to Cannes, Sundance, IDFA, and SXSW; featured in New Yorker magazine, Vanity Fair, and the New York Times; and have garnered an Emmy for new approaches to documentary and Two World Press photo awards for immersive storytelling and interactive documentary. He is currently the founder and executive director of the experience design studio The Skin Deep. Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/355 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices