The Addicted Mind Podcast

299: Reprogram Your Mind: Cultivating Positive Change through Mindfulness with Pat Smith


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Unlock the secrets of transformation and discover how mindfulness can revolutionize your life. Join us as we chat with Pat Smith, a high-performance coach and corporate trainer for NeuroChangeSolutions, who shares his extraordinary journey from a decade-long addiction to personal redemption. Learn how Pat's initial pursuit of physical fitness blossomed into a comprehensive wellness approach that includes nutrition, sleep, and community, highlighting the incredible power of meditation and mindfulness in overcoming anxiety and depression.


Journey with us as we explore the deeply personal stories of overcoming adversity through mindfulness practices. We delve into the mind's potential for reprogramming through practices like meditation and journaling. We liken the mind to a garden, emphasizing the necessity of weeding out detrimental thoughts and cultivating empowering ones. This conversation also touches on the importance of emotional regulation, particularly in high-stress environments, and how mindfulness can enhance leadership, promote a happier workforce, and unlock greater potential. 


In this episode, you will hear:

  • Pat Smith's journey from addiction to personal redemption through mindfulness and meditation
  • Importance of a holistic wellness approach: physical fitness, nutrition, sleep, and community
  • The role of meditation and journaling in reprogramming the mind and fostering personal growth
  • Emotional regulation and its impact on decision-making and leadership in high-stress environments
  • Insights into the benefits of mindfulness for enhancing professional performance and overall well-being
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    Pat’s Website: https://patsmithwellness.com/

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