Mind Over Habit

What if the reason change feels so difficult isn't because you're not trying hard enough?

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‎In this powerful episode of the Mind Over Habit Podcast, host Moses sits down with holistic wellness coach and author Kerisma Vere to explore a different approach to healing, personal growth, and lasting transformation.

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‎Drawing from her personal journey through trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and recovery, Kerisma shares how self-compassion—not self-criticism—is often the missing ingredient in sustainable change. Together, they discuss nervous system regulation, rebuilding self-trust, overcoming all-or-nothing thinking, and why healing doesn't follow a straight line.

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‎Whether you're navigating emotional struggles, recovering from setbacks, or simply seeking a healthier relationship with yourself, this conversation offers practical wisdom and hope.

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‎In This Episode:

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‎- Why "just try harder" often fails

‎- The connection between trauma and self-trust

‎- How nervous system regulation supports healing

‎- The dangers of all-or-nothing thinking

‎- Building a compassionate relationship with yourself

‎- Creating lasting change without burnout

‎- Lessons from Kerisma's book The Light Switch Myth

I'm your host, Moses Dada, and today we are diving into a conversation that is both fascinating and deeply thought-provoking.

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‎Over the past few years, public interest in UFOs and unexplained aerial phenomena has grown dramatically. Governments have released reports, military personnel have shared encounters, and millions of people around the world are asking questions about realities beyond what we can easily explain.

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‎But what if the most important questions aren't about what's happening in the sky?

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‎What if the deeper conversation is about truth, purpose, faith, spiritual discernment, and how extraordinary experiences can transform a person's life?

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‎Joining us today is Jason Ford, a former finance professional, former baseball player in the Colorado Rockies organization, national speaker, and author of The Divine Intervention: UFO Chronicles for Christ.

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‎After experiencing a series of documented unexplained encounters, Jason began a search for answers that took him through science, history, psychology, government testimony, and ultimately a journey of spiritual transformation.

What was it really like to be part of the garage rock movement of the 1960s?

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‎In this episode of the Mind Over Habit Podcast, Moses Dada sits down with songwriter, musician, and author Manny Freiser to discuss his remarkable journey through one of music's most exciting eras.

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‎As a member of The Grodes and the writer of garage rock classics such as Let's Talk About Girls and Cry a Little Longer, Manny shares stories about songwriting, recording music in the 1960s, chasing success, moving to Los Angeles, and preserving those experiences in his memoir Tracks In The Sands of Time.

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‎This conversation goes beyond music and explores creativity, resilience, personal growth, and the lessons learned from a lifetime of following a passion.

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‎Whether you're a music enthusiast, creative professional, aspiring artist, or simply someone who loves hearing great stories, this episode offers valuable insights and unforgettable memories.

How much of the way you parent, lead, and communicate is shaped by experiences from your own upbringing?

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‎In this episode of the Mind Over Habit Podcast, Moses Dada sits down with Katherine Sellery, founder of the Conscious Parenting Revolution and three-time TEDx speaker, to discuss emotional intelligence, conscious parenting, leadership, and transformational communication.

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‎Katherine shares practical insights on emotional triggers, inherited patterns, burnout, perfectionism, and how we can build healthier relationships both at home and in the workplace.

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‎This conversation offers valuable tools for parents, leaders, educators, and anyone seeking deeper connection, better communication, and personal growth.

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‎If you've ever wondered how to respond instead of react, break unhealthy patterns, and create more meaningful relationships, this episode is for you.

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What if the biggest bottleneck in your business isn't your marketing, team, or systems—but you?

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‎In this powerful conversation, business strategist Georges Hanna shares his journey from losing everything in 2013 to rebuilding his life and creating the Certainty Install™ Framework. We explore the hidden challenge he calls Execution Drift—the gap between what business owners know should happen and what actually gets done.

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‎Georges explains why many entrepreneurs become trapped inside the very businesses they created for freedom, how fear and control sabotage growth, and what it takes to build an "Ascended Business" that can thrive without constant owner involvement.

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‎Whether you're a business owner, coach, consultant, or entrepreneur feeling overwhelmed, this episode offers practical insights to help you lead with greater clarity, confidence, and execution.

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America's economy depends on thousands of offshore workers, seamen, commercial fishermen, and maritime professionals who face some of the most dangerous working conditions in the world. But what happens when accidents occur, and what legal protections exist for those workers?

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‎In this episode, maritime attorney George Vourvoulias joins us to discuss maritime law, workplace safety, employer accountability, the Jones Act, and the real stories behind offshore injuries. With more than twenty years of experience and an LL.M. in Admiralty and Maritime Law from Tulane University, George provides valuable insight into the legal rights of maritime workers and the lessons leaders can learn about safety, responsibility, and protecting people.

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What if accessibility wasn't just about compliance—but one of the smartest business growth strategies available today?

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‎In this inspiring and eye-opening conversation, Maxwell Ivey, known worldwide as The Blind Blogger, shares his remarkable journey from carnival owner and amusement ride broker to accessibility consultant, author, speaker, and advocate.

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‎After losing his vision, Maxwell taught himself HTML just to participate in the online world. Today, he helps businesses, content creators, and organizations understand that accessibility isn't charity, compliance, or obligation—it's innovation, inclusion, customer experience, and growth.

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‎We explore the biggest accessibility mistakes businesses make, the surprising realities of screen-reader users, how inclusive design improves experiences for everyone, and why accessibility should be viewed as an opportunity rather than a burden.

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‎Whether you're a business owner, content creator, entrepreneur, podcaster, marketer, or simply someone who wants to build a more inclusive world, this conversation will change the way you think about accessibility.

Why do so many capable, intelligent, and hardworking people stay stuck despite having access to endless information, resources, and advice?

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‎According to today's guest, the issue isn't motivation, confidence, or permission. It's execution.

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‎In this powerful conversation, Julia James shares how high-capacity women, caregivers, entrepreneurs, and professionals can move from overwhelm to action by focusing on practical next steps instead of perfection.

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‎Drawing from her experience as a strategist, coach, educator, and someone who has navigated complex personal and legal challenges, Julia offers a refreshing perspective on burnout, caregiving, resilience, and thriving through life's unexpected transitions.

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‎If you've ever felt like you're carrying too much, struggling to keep up, or wondering why knowing what to do isn't translating into actually doing it, this episode is for you.

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What if understanding your energy could help you better understand yourself?

In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Rosanne Nieboer, yoga teacher, meditation podcaster, and chakra expert, to explore how the ancient wisdom of the chakras can help us create greater balance, clarity, and purpose in our everyday lives.

After more than 20 years of teaching yoga, Rosanne discovered that the missing piece in her own journey was understanding the energetic body. That discovery transformed not only her practice but also her approach to personal growth, self-awareness, and wellbeing. Today, she helps others connect mind, body, and spirit through yoga, meditation, breathwork, and chakra awareness.

During our conversation, Rosanne breaks down what the chakras are, how they influence different areas of our lives, and why practices like yoga and meditation are about much more than physical exercise. She also shares practical ways listeners can begin connecting with their energy, reducing stress, and cultivating a deeper sense of inner alignment.

In This Episode:

What the chakra system is and how it works

Understanding the energetic body

Why yoga is much more than a physical practice

The connection between meditation, breathwork, and wellbeing

How chakras influence relationships, confidence, purpose, and personal growth

Common misconceptions about energy and spirituality

Practical tools for creating more balance in daily life

What a Chakra Reading is and how it can provide insight and clarity

Whether you're completely new to chakras or already exploring mindfulness and spiritual growth, this conversation offers valuable insights into how greater self-awareness can lead to a more fulfilled and balanced life.

Connect with Rosanne

Learn more about Rosanne's work, book a chakra reading, join her courses, and access free resources at:

https://chakra-way.com⁠

Key Takeaway

True wellbeing goes beyond physical health. By understanding the connection between mind, body, and energy, we can gain deeper insight into ourselves, strengthen our relationships, and live with greater purpose, balance, and inner peace.

What if true strength isn't about pushing harder but learning when to yield?

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‎In this powerful episode of the Mind Over Habit Podcast, host Moses sits down with meditation teacher, martial arts expert, author, and founder of The Yielding Warrior, Jeff Patterson.

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‎With more than 36 years of experience studying and teaching meditative and martial arts practices, Jeff shares how the principle of yielding can transform every aspect of life—from stress management and personal growth to leadership, performance, resilience, and wellbeing.

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‎Jeff explains the foundations of his Yielding Warrior Method, the three types of meditation, the five regulations for a healthier life, and practical techniques that help people cultivate balance, focus, and inner peace. He also discusses how meditation can improve productivity, relationships, decision-making, and overall quality of life.

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‎Whether you're new to meditation or seeking to deepen your personal development journey, this episode provides practical tools and timeless wisdom that can be applied immediately.

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‎About the Guest

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‎Jeff Patterson is a meditation teacher, martial arts instructor, performance coach, author, and founder of Northwest Fighting Arts, Portland Tai Chi Academy, and The Yielding Warrior.

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‎For more than three decades, Jeff has helped thousands of students worldwide develop greater mental clarity, emotional resilience, physical wellbeing, and personal effectiveness through meditation and martial arts training.

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‎He is the author of The Yielding Warrior and creator of The Yielding Warrior online training program.

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‎Website: https://www.theyieldingwarrior.com

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‎Free Book: https://www.theyieldingwarrior.com/book

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