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In the latest episode of "Get Your Life Together Girl,"we delve into how we can ease the burden of life's challenges to rediscover joy and peace, because not everything has to be difficult. While most of us are busy living, healing, and experiencing the journey of life, we often focus on what's wrong (the 10% negative experiences), instead of looking at the 90% that's good. Recognizing this balance helps prevent feeling completely overwhelmed by life's complexities. In order to fully take control over your life, we look toward your thought patterns and how we can brain hack the patterns you created.

Brain Science in Thought Formation

Understanding how our thoughts are formed is pivotal:

• Neurons release neurotransmitters.

• These create electrical signals.

• Connections between thousands of neurons form thought patterns.

Negative loops reinforce themselves over time if left unchecked. Therefore, mindfulness about what thoughts we nurture becomes critical for maintaining mental well-being.

Role of the Reticular Activating System (RAS)

The RAS acts as our brain’s bouncer:

• It filters what we perceive.

• Allows us to focus selectively based on given instructions.

By giving specific instructions focused on positivity or joy rather than stress or negativity, you can effectively reprogram your perception towards more uplifting aspects of life.

Strategies for Shifting Mindsets Towards Joy — the 90%

Here are some actionable steps:

1. Identify Desires: Determine what you want out of life—how you wish to feel—and set clear intentions.

2. Validate Thoughts: Regularly check whether your current thoughts align with these pre-set intentions.

3. Assess Importance: Decide which thoughts need attention versus those that don’t deserve energy.

4. Understand Triggers: Recognize triggers for both joy and stress; use them wisely to guide emotional responses positively.

Concrete Steps Against Negative Experiences

To counteract negativity effectively:

• Accept support from others instead of isolating yourself.

• Connect with like-minded individuals who reinforce positive thinking habits.

• Engage deeply with emotions but avoid overcomplicating situations unnecessarily.

Strategies for Shifting Mindset & Promoting Joy

Here are some actionable steps:

Identify Intentions

Ask yourself these questions regularly:

1. What do I want?

2. How do I want to feel?

3. What do I need?

4. How will I achieve it?

Validate your thoughts against these intentions consistently.

Understand Triggers

Recognize what triggers both your joy and stress:

1. Use joyful triggers as guides for emotional responses.

2. Manage stressful triggers effectively by acknowledging them without letting them dominate your mindset.

Concrete Steps Against Negativity

To counteract negative experiences:

Accept Support

Break cycles of isolation by accepting help from others when needed—it’s okay not always being self-reliant!

Connect with Like-Minded People

Surround yourself with people who reinforce positive thinking—they become anchors during turbulent times!

Engage With Feelings

Understand your feelings deeply; don’t overcomplicate things unnecessarily—simplicity often holds clarity!

Focus On Self-Care

Avoid harmful escapism like substance abuse—instead indulge responsibly in activities bringing genuine pleasure such as nature walks or connecting closely with friends/family members etc..

Allow breaks akin reflecting upon concept an overflowing wine glass—to manage healing without becoming overwhelmed completely…

Remember, what you think and what you focus on grows. You must be careful with your mind and thoughts.

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Feeling stuck is a common experience that many of us face at various points in our lives. Whether it's in our careers, relationships, or personal growth, the sensation of being unable to move forward can be incredibly frustrating and disheartening. In a today’s episode, we are delving into what you may be doing to cause yourself to feel and be “stuck.”

Understanding Why We Feel Stuck

The feeling of stuck often stems from self-sabotaging behaviors—actions and mindsets that keep us trapped in cycles of negativity and stagnation. It's not unusual for these behaviors to go unnoticed until we take a step back to evaluate ourselves critically.

There are 17 Common Self-Sabotaging Behaviors:

• Constant Complaining:

  • Chronic negativity drains emotional energy and perpetuates a victim mentality.

• Giving Up Easily:

  • A lack of resilience means prioritizing short-term comfort over long-term goals.

• Ignoring Feedback:

  • Dismissing external perspectives prevents valuable improvements.

• Excuse Making:

  • Focusing on reasons not to act rather than addressing fears or insecurities.

• Overanalyzing:

  • Paralysis by analysis leads to missed opportunities due to fear of decision-making.

• Procrastination:

  • Delaying important tasks results in emotional exhaustion and halted progress.

• Overcommitment:

  • Spreading oneself too thin without boundaries causes burnout.

• Negative Self-Talk:

  • Destructive thoughts drain motivation and foster harmful patterns.

•  Poor Time Management

  • Filling days with low-value tasks; perpetuating a cycle of feeling overwhelmed.

• Short-Term Thinking    

  • Focusing on immediate gratification rather than long-term planning.

• Unclear Goals    

  • Lack of direction leads to scattered efforts and minimal progress.

• Neglecting Self-Care    

  • Ignoring physical and mental health; misinterpreting burnout as dedication.

• Lack Of Self-Reflection

  • Refusing to see yourself, your emotions, or your actions

• Blaming Others

  • Refusing responsiblity and putting blame on outside environments, people, and actions

• Avoiding Problems

  • Hiding or not addressing the issues in hopes it goes away.

• Fear Of Risk

  • Being risk adverse.

• Perfectionism

  • Holding yourself in place so you do not have to worry about things not meeting an unrealistic standard.

Overcoming These Behaviors

To break free from these self-imposed chains, it’s crucial first to recognize them through honest self-reflection:

• Start journaling your thoughts daily—this helps clear your mind and understand your current position better.

• Seek therapy if needed—a professional can offer guidance tailored specifically for you.

• Consider further education or career changes if you're unfulfilled professionally.

• Evaluate your relationships honestly—decide whether they contribute positively or negatively to your life journey.

Practical Applications:

Here are some actionable steps:

Start Journaling: Writing down thoughts helps clarify emotions & identify recurring negative patterns.

Seek Therapy: Professional help offers personalized guidance & strategies suited uniquely towards individual needs.

Pursue Education/Career Changes If Needed : Don’t hesitate making necessary shifts ensuring alignment between personal aspirations/professional endeavors

Evaluate Relationships Honestly Make informed decisions about continuing/ending connections impacting overall well-being either positively/negatively

Remember—the goal isn't perfection but consistent improvement! By taking small yet deliberate actions every day aimed at overcoming these detrimental habits/mindsets—you'll gradually notice significant positive changes within yourself/life circumstances!

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In the latest episode of the "Get Your Life Together Girl" podcast, we are diving into an invaluable tool I call the Growth Factor. The episode is packed with insights on how to manage those pesky moments that can derail your day and offers practical advice for maintaining inner peace.

Understanding A Common Problems

We’ve all been there—those small aggravations like a rude cashier or traffic jam that somehow ruin our entire day. It’s not the isolated incidents themselves, but rather our reaction to them that holds significant power over our mood and overall well-being.

The Rule of 6 Explanation:

Imagine having a bad interaction at the grocery store which leaves you irritated. That irritation could then affect your interactions throughout the rest of your day—potentially impacting six other people negatively as well as yourself multiple times over.

This ripple effect illustrates why it's crucial to control initial negative reactions before they snowball into larger issues affecting others around us.

Rule Of Six Explained:

1. A small event triggers an emotional response.

2. This response influences subsequent actions and reactions.

3. These reactions create a ripple effect impacting multiple people (up to six in this example).

This understanding shows us how a singular unfavorable encounter can potentially multiply into half-dozen sequentially impacted parties due to how things spread when we do not address them. The way to stop these triggered downslides of events is to look at the Growth Factor.

THE GROWTH FACTOR:

The “Growth Factor” is looking for potential outcomes. If I lean into this emotion, this moment, what could possibly happen? When we evaulate, we look to the statement: “The energy that breaks you has the power to repair you." Your brain craves resolution; they need complete stories with clear endings—even if they're fabricated based on perceptions rather than facts! By consciously choosing calm responses instead of letting emotions run wild, we provide ourselves much-needed mental closure without unnecessary drama.

The question is how do we get there?

Practicing Mindfulness and Emotional Regulation

Mindfulness is the key to moderating emotional responses effectively. By staying present and understanding that most people's actions aren't personally targeted at us, we can better regulate emotions and prevent unnecessary stress from dominating our lives.

Detailed Breakdown: The Growth Test Questions

To apply this method practically, we turn to four critical questions under Growth Test framework:

1. What is this moment worth?

   • Evaluate if letting negative emotions grow will have any substantial benefit.

2. Is this how I want to feel?

   • Reflect on whether your current emotion aligns with how you wish to feel.

3. What is within my control?

   • Distinguish between aspects you can control (your response) versus those you cannot (external circumstances).

4. What am I hoping to get out of this?

   • Focus on desired outcomes instead of being swept away by immediate frustrations.

These questions guide us towards more thoughtful responses rather than knee-jerk reactions driven by fleeting irritations.

Enhancing Emotional Intelligence Through Practice

A growth mindset balances logic with emotion—a skill essential for developing high emotional intelligence (EQ). By practicing presence and mindfulness regularly using tools like the Growth Factor test, we gain greater command over both ourselves and situations around us without relinquishing control unnecessarily due to heightened emotions.

When faced with heightened emotions:

1. **Pause** - Be mindful.

2. **Check-in** - Understand what you're feeling.

3. **Evaluate** - Is this emotion worth it?

Conclusion & Call To Action

Minor inconveniences should never dominate one’s mental state; perspective matters greatly! Using this tool allows you to better handle your feelings, which leads to improved mental health overall!

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In today's fast-paced world, many of us find ourselves grappling with feelings of discontent, anxiety, or general unhappiness. But have you ever paused to consider that these emotions might be stemming from unmet needs in various aspects of your life? Today, we are deep diving into what unmet needs are, how they impact you, and the way you can course correct to help yourself feel connected to yourself, something bigger than you, and the relationships you deem most important.

Understanding Needs

Our needs range from basic physical necessities like food and water to more complex emotional and spiritual requirements such as love, self-esteem, and inner peace. When these needs go unmet, they manifest as negative emotions—sadness, anxiety—and coping mechanisms that often do more harm than good.

The Five Master Areas of Life

Categorizing our essential needs into five master areas:

1. Mental: Cognitive well-being.

2. Emotional: Love, affection.

3. Physical: Basic survival (food, water).

4. Spiritual: Inner freedom.

5. Financial: Economic stability.

Understanding these categories helps us pinpoint where we may be lacking fulfillment.

Signs of Unmet Needs Physical Needs:

• Fatigue

• Frequent illnesses

• Stress

• Brain fog

Safety Needs:

• Constant anxiety

• Trust issues

• Paranoia

Emotional Needs:

• Loneliness

• Emotional exhaustion

• Difficulty expressing emotions

Esteem Needs:

• Insecurity

  • Self-doubt

  • Fear of failure

Spiritual Needs:

• Feeling adrift

• Lack of purpose

Recognizing these signs is the first step towards addressing them effectively.

Coping vs Safety Mechanisms

Safety mechanisms are preventive actions we take based on past experiences (e.g., avoiding alone time with strangers after trauma), while coping mechanisms are reactive behaviors like overeating or substance abuse when faced with stressors. Both can become maladaptive if not properly managed.

Steps to Identify & Address Unmet Needs

1. Reflection: Examine areas causing frustration.

2. Listen to Emotions: Understand what your feelings indicate about unmet needs.

3. Seek External Insights: Consult friends or professionals for new perspectives.

4. Try New Experiences: Engage in activities outside your comfort zone.

5. Take Small Steps: Gradually address each need without overwhelming yourself.

We must emphasize the need for patience throughout this journey; understanding one's unmet needs is a complex process requiring gradual implementation rather than drastic changes overnight.

Imposter Syndrome Episode may be helpful to understand this process and how it may be showing up.

In conclusion:

Addressing your unmet personal needs isn't just about achieving short-term happiness but fostering long-term well-being through proactive steps:

1 . Practice self-care regularly . 2 . Set realistic goals . 3 . Express emotions freely . 4 . Build supportive relationships .

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Negativity from another person is bad enough, but when it comes from inside your head, it’s tough to hear! Your inner conversation, the monologues that run through your mind and generally right out of your mouth, can cause heartache and a spiral of negativity.

Today, you and I are taking a one-on-one deep dive into why how you speak to yourself matters, the toxic impact of negative self-talk, and then, we will talk about how to change the negatives into neutrals, then positives once and for all.

Let’s get right to it.

Key Takeaways:

00:00 Intro

02:03 If we are constantly criticizing ourselves, we create a negative mindset

03:07 What negative self-talk is

04:06 The levels of negative inner conversation & simple negatives

06:41 The impacts of negative self-talk

10:10 How the “bouncer” of the brain takes your negative instruction and uses it

11:29 Name your inner critic   

13:29 Your brain has a negativity bias, which defaults our thinking

14:35 Moving your thoughts from negative to neutral

16:45 Step 1 in changing your negative thought pattern/conversation

18:20 Step 2

19:14 Step 3

21:23 Step 4  

24:14 Step 5

25:32 Step 6    

28:41 Say it out loud!

30:03 Visualization exercise to stop the thoughts

 31:48 Next-level tools to step up your mindset game

34:09 What you gain when you think and conversate with yourself in a healthy way

35:34 How you talk to yourself is the instructional manual to your life

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In the latest episode of the Get Your Life Together, Girl podcast, we are kicking your excuses out of your mindset as we delves into the pervasive nature of excuses and their detrimental impact on your life. Excuses are an all-too-common human behavior that significantly hampers progress and personal growth and the excuses you make need to be addressed head-on to help you shift your mindset for a better outcome in every experience you come across.

This insightful conversation dissect why you make excuses, how they affect you, and offer actionable strategies to overcome this negative behavior.

Defining the Problem Questions That Matter

Why do you act against your best interest despite knowing that making excuses is harmful?

Core Drivers of Excuses

Three primary drivers behind excuse-making:

• Fear: Fear of failure or rejection keeps many from stepping out of their comfort zones.

• Indecision: Uncertainty can paralyze decision-making processes.

• Lack of Responsibility: Failing to take responsibility encourages a cycle where making excuses becomes habitual.

Consequences

While making an excuse might offer short-term relief, it ultimately prevents long-term growth and success. The consequences include:

• Procrastination leading to missed opportunities.

• Poor mental and physical health due to stress.

• Strained relationships resulting from unmet commitments.

How to Overcome Excuses

Actionable strategies:

• Take Responsibility

  • Accept accountability for your actions.

  • Reflect on questions like "What am I avoiding?" or "How does this excuse serve me?"

• Develop Self-Control

  • Practice self-discipline through small daily habits aligned with your goals.

• Combat Procrastination

  • Identify deeper issues causing procrastination such as fear or lack of motivation.

• Track Behavior

  • Monitor actions regularly using journals or apps designed for habit tracking.

• Alter Perspective

  • View challenges as opportunities rather than obstacles blocking your path forward.

• Exercise Boundaries Define what is enough; address feelings related to inadequacy directly instead allowing them fester unchecked over time."

• “Overcome Middle Problems” Stay committed even when initial excitement fades away during middle phases projects/goals.”

• ”Act Unconditionally” Take action without expecting perfect outcomes valuing effort itself more than results achieved.”

Emphasis On Lifelong Growth

The focus remains steadfastly upon continuous personal development regardless end outcome expected. Acting unconditionally allows individuals grow beyond limits previously imposed themselves thereby achieving greater sense fulfillment overall .

Conclusion

Excuses may seem harmless but are toxic towards realizing one’s full potential.

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In this transformative session, we are drowning out the outside noise, rejecting negative thoughts and behaviors, and embracing opportunities with realistic optimism. How? By betting on yourself, especially when it scares you the most! Betting on yourself often seems daunting; we fear failure and prefer comfort over risk. But taking that bet is crucial for success.

Let’s break it down.

Key Points Discussed:

1. Assuming Negative Thoughts are Wrong and how to challenge them.

• Open doors to new possibilities by questioning initial assumptions about yourself and situations.

• Worthiness & Personal Responsibility:

  • Emphasize self-worth.

  • Coming to terms with the fact that only you can bet on yourself; others may not always have your best interests at heart.

• Embracing Failure & Risk:

  • Recognize failure as part of the journey.

  • Learn from setbacks instead of fearing them.

• Taking Calculated Risks:

  • Shift mindset towards potential gains rather than focusing solely on risks or losses.

• Raising Standards:

  • Increase personal value through positive habits and decisive actions in pursuit of success.

• Opportunity Mindset vs Scarcity Mindset:

  • Cultivate an outlook that sees potential growth in every situation rather than limitations.

• Truth & Personal Responsibility:

  • Own up to one's role in their circumstances. – Stop blaming external factors for personal dissatisfaction or lack of progress.

  Examples of Betting On Oneself:– Continuous learning – Career changes or starting businesses – Committing to personal development – Prioritizing physical health – Investing financially for future independence – Strengthening emotional intelligence

  In all of it, I share my personal experiences with limiting beliefs instilled during childhood and how she overcame them by choosing to bet on herself above average expectations set by others. In the end, you are offered a powerful tool to empower yourself into placing the bet. But, grab a piece of paper! You’re going to want to write this down.

In conclusion, do not just dream big, put those dreams into action regardless of fear or uncertainty. Those that bet on themselves lead richer, more fulfilling lives.

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Today we're exploring hidden opportunities – those gems within challenges that successful people leverage for growth in all areas of their lives: mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, and financial. We'll uncover how being specific about goals and seizing moments can propel you towards success.

You see, success is not a stroke of luck; it’s an art and science that can be mastered with the right mindset and approach. In this enlightening episode, we are breaking down the anatomy of success into digestible pieces so that you can apply a new approach for any transformational change.

The Blueprint of Intentional Success

Imagine success as a complex structure—every beam or brick represents an attribute or habit cultivated by those who consistently achieve their goals. Unlike what many believe, successful people don't just stumble upon good fortune—they build it with intentionality and precision. This is the path:

Specific Goals Lead to Specific Results

Setting vague aspirations is like trying to hit a target blindfolded. Successful individuals know this all too well; they set clear-cut objectives because clarity breeds motivation. When you define your destination in specific terms, every step you take has purpose and direction.

Seize Each Day Like It's “The One” that changes everything!

Opportunity doesn’t wait around for anyone—and neither do those on the path to greatness. They seize moments big or small because each one holds potential for progress—even if it means stepping out of comfort zones.

Keeping Score: Tracking Progress

Without knowing where you stand in relation to your goals, how can you strategize effectively? Regularly checking in on progress isn't obsessive—it's strategic. It ensures you're always steering your ship towards uncharted waters instead of circling familiar islands.

Realistic Optimism: Hope Grounded in Reality

Blind optimism leaves one vulnerable; realistic optimism equips them for battle. By expecting positive outcomes while accounting for potential hurdles, successful folks maintain productive mindsets even when skies are gray.

Grit Over Glamour Every Time

It’s easy to overlook gritty perseverance when celebrating someone’s achievements—but grit often makes all the difference between fleeting interest and lifelong passion-fueled pursuit through thick and thin.

Hidden Opportunities: Turning Setbacks into Comebacks

Life will inevitably throw curveballs at us—in these moments lie hidden opportunities waiting to be unearthed by those willing enough to dig deep. Failures aren’t dead ends but detours leading potentially toward more scenic routes—if we choose resilience over resignation.

A Daily Practice That Fuels Growth

Four introspective questions as part of our daily ritual:

• What do I want?

• What do I need?

• How do I want to feel?

• How am I going to get there?

By answering these regularly, we align our actions with our deepest desires—crafting a life script where we're both playwrights and lead actors.

Conclusion: Crafting Your Masterpiece

In essence, success is akin to crafting a masterpiece—it requires foresight, discipline, creativity within constraints—and above all else—the willingness to find beauty amidst imperfections by seizing hidden opportunities everywhere.

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Have you heard the term “Inner Child Healing?” It’s a popular topic on social media, but do you understand what it is and the impact it has on a healing journey? In today’s episode, I walk you through the common misconceptions and provide you with practical tools to help explore your inner child wounds.

Key Points Discussed:

The Impact of Childhood Trauma: How unresolved trauma from childhood can resurface in adulthood affecting our behaviors and relationships.

• Four Core Wounds:

  • Abandonment

  • Guilt/Shame

  • Trust Issues

  • Neglect

    Unaddressed childhood trauma resurfaces in adulthood but recognizing these patterns allows us to heal past neglect or emotional pain. From ages 0-9 we learn safety; when this is disrupted without adult support, shame lingers long-term.

    Carl Jung introduced "inner child" as part of our psyche linked to younger years affecting adult perceptions—especially after trauma which alters our sense of security.

    Abandonment makes us repeat cycles of rejection; guilt leads to boundary issues; trust deficits create validation needs; neglect causes dissociation from self-needs—all impacting relationships deeply.

    Inner child healing involves confronting our deepest wounds—those feelings of being unsupported, unseen, or unheard. By acknowledging and working through these traumas transparently with ourselves, we open the door to change and happiness. Imagine accepting every part of yourself, including those neglected pieces craving love. This self-acceptance is powerful; it leads to a fulfilling life.

     

• Healing Strategies:

  • Writing letters to your younger self

  • Acknowledging past hurts

  • Listening to what feelings emerge when thinking about childhood

  • Identifying emotional triggers

• Tools for Supporting Inner Child Work:

  • Hugging oneself as a form of physical comfort

  • Butterfly hug technique for those uncomfortable with touch due to trauma

  • Mirror work with affirmations

  • Practicing self compassion through journaling or meditation

Notable moments:

"When we begin to acknowledge our hurts…we open the door to connect with ourselves."

"Every time we get to a new place [in healing], it’s likely that you open something else."

"…inner child healing is about identifying the core wounds where we didn't feel supported, seen or heard…"

Remember, it's never too late to begin healing. You can learn to express emotions healthily and cultivate self-love and worth—it's all within reach. Choose what you want over trauma.

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