The Kindness Extremist with Shola Richards

How to Detoxify Your Mind and Practice Mental Self-Defense


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Is your mind constantly under attack from negativity, outrage, and emotional overload? In this episode, Shola Richards breaks down exactly how cable news, toxic social media, and draining relationships can sabotage your peace — and what you can do to take your power back.

 

In the episode, you'll discover:

  • Why your brain treats cable news like a threat, and how to break the cycle
  • How to stop mindless social media scrolling from hijacking your mood
  • Why "loving some people from a distance" is a kindness to yourself
  • 3 simple, powerful strategies to protect your mental energy

 

This isn’t about hiding from reality — it’s about protecting your mind so you can show up for others with compassion, clarity, and strength. Only when you reclaim your peace can kindness thrive!

 

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction to Guarding Your Mind

02:12 - The Dangers of Cable News Addiction

04:47 - Strategies to Break Free from News Addiction

07:41 - The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health

10:59 - Strategies to Reclaim Peace from Social Media

13:30 - Dealing with Toxic People in Your Life

19:08 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts

🔗 Connect with Shola:
Instagram – @sholarichards
Website – sholarichards.com
For speaking requests or collaborations: [email protected]

This podcast is produced by MicMoguls.

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