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1 Minute of Accountability May 23, 2024

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I’m doing a five-day intention setting challenge with my friend Erin. We're writing five things we intend to do for the week and sending each other our lists. We hold each other accountable by reading them daily. Hey Happy Brain audience, why not join in? Set your intentions for the week, share them with a friend, and support each other in staying on track. It's a great way to stay motivated and connected!

1 Minute of Calm May 21, 2024

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1 minute of Calm. - Finding a few minutes of peace with a simple breathing mediation like this be on insight timer or googlling “short breathing mediation can make give your brain a few minute of calm and happiness. Try it today! In a world of so much noise, your mind may have a hard time leaving work at work, stress on taking care of kids and parents and the stress of finding your meaning or purpose. For me, those struggles there are those endless parades of unhelpful thoughts. Sleep takes a hit for sure. #mentalhealthawarenessmonth https://insig.ht/E834pB4zMJb

1 Minute of Timing May 20, 2024

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Thanks for tuning in to this quick mental health tip! In this episode, we share a clever trick to boost our productivity and mental well-being - the Pomodoro technique. Imagine setting a timer for 25 minutes and watching our tasks get done effortlessly. Let's come together during Mental Health Awareness Month to spread positivity and support. Stay connected for more engaging episodes in our full library!

1 Minute of Relationships May 19, 2024

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"Surrounding yourself with positive people is crucial for mental wellness. Identify the friends and family who truly support you, and prioritize spending time with them. Also learn to set boundaries with toxic relationships through honest communication. Healthy bonds nurture healthy minds!" * After all the self work I do and you do, don’t you think that positive relationships are on the top of your list. As a mostly single person, I crave these relationships. I have been blessed to have caring siblings with great kids so I get surrounded by loving nephews and nieces and great parents. I think building healthy and open relationships can be really hard for people that experience mental health struggles. I know I get into my head and close off instead of reaching outs. Remember, if you need help seek it form family, friends, your doctors or emergency lines.

1 Minute of Energy May 18, 2024

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"Looking to find more inner peace and clarity? Explore spiritual practices taught by Swami Nityananda like mantras and energy work. Repeating meaningful words and visualizing your energy can calm the mind and provide a sense of groundedness."

1 Minute of Something New May 17, 2024

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"Travel is an amazing form of self-care. Even a short road trip can be rejuvenating! The new sights, sounds and experiences help you live in the moment and de-stress. So plan that weekend getaway - your mental health will thank you!" *One time I had a couple of days off and didn’t really have a plan, so I booked a hotel 60 miles away with credit card miles near the beach. I didn’t do much but hit golf balls, walked along the beach and had a nice solo dinner. Company might have enhancers the experience but getting away even for a short time gave me some mental health relief.

1 Minute of Exercise May 16, 2024

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Need an anxiety-busting boost? Lace up your shoes and get moving! Al explains how running allows you to relieve stress through meditation in motion. Build strength, endurance and peace of mind by starting with a simple daily walk or jog." *Do you find this almost impossible to do? I know I do. In the past I could push through a morning yoga session or walk/jog but it has been a struggle for the past few years. The good news, movement in the morning or anytime makes a difference for me! It gives me a chance to feel just a bit better. It works for a 10’minute walk or an intense hike. It is not hard, really.

1 minute of Gratitude May 15, 2024

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Gratitude "Need a quick mental health boost? Try gratitude! Taking just a few moments to appreciate the good things in your life can lift your mood and provide perspective. Make a habit of writing down 3-5 things you're grateful for each morning to start your day with an attitude of gratitude." * For me when my mental health is really challenged on a particular day, starting with saying gratitude for those closest to you for a minute, helps give me a moment of peace or even a smile. From there give gratitude to your friends and colleagues, to the communities around you and even to the planet. It really helps.

Better Sleep, Adventures and Other Mental Health Tips with Heather Heynen May 11, 2024

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In this episode, join Sean Bloch and Heather Heynen discuss tips and techniques for improving mental health, focusing on feelings, sensations, and the role of adventure. Heather shares insights on how naming feelings and body sensations, along with engaging in adventurous activities like rock climbing and biking, can enhance resilience and mental well-being. They explore the concept of flow state during adventures and the importance of gaining confidence through overcoming struggles. Heather also highlights the value of processing and understanding emotions to find peace in life. Topics include: Introduction to Mental Health Tips Exploring Feelings and Sensations Body Scan and Sensory Awareness Adventure and Mental Health Resilience Building Through Adventures Encouraging Emotional Processing About our Guest Heather is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health, Qualified Mental Health Professional, Life Coach, FMS Certified Exercise Professional, Health Coach, Podcaster & Writer. Heather has worked in private practice as a licensed mental health therapist, life coach & health coach for over 20 years. Along the way, she worked for some years as a part-time personal trainer, owned a Cross-Fit gym and created an online weight loss & maintenance program. Heather is 50 years old and a mother to one child. She loves to travel and is an avid rock-climber, mountain biker and has taken on multiple solo multi-day bike- packing challenges over the past few years. Heather is a recovered binge-eater, restricter, yo-yo dieter and suffered with anxiety for years. This inspired her to create & host the podcast Weight Loss & Wellness For Real as well as create online courses with the purpose to help others find food and body freedom as well as purpose and joy in life. Her mission is to bring whole-person health (physical, mental, emotional, spiritual) to individuals so they can live their best lives. Resources ◼️ Happy Brain Mental Wellness Tips and Resources Connect with Our Guest ◼️ Website: https://heatherheynen.com ◼️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heather.heynenj?mibextid=LQQJ4d ◼️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ ◼️TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heatherheynen ◼️Instagram: https://instagram.com/@heatherheynenConnect with us!---- ◼️Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/seanstevebloch ◼️Show Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/happybrainfm ◼️Sign-up for Happy Brain Tips: https://bit.ly/HappyBrainTips---- Subscribe to the Happy Brain Podcast◼️ITUNES 🎙️ (link)◼️Spotify 🎙️ (link)

How to Navigate Social Media Health Challenges for Better Mental Health Apr 23, 2024

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Are you ready to unlock the secrets to navigating social media challenges for better mental health? Stay tuned for an eye-opening journey with unexpected insights.

Through a blend of personal anecdotes, spiritual wisdom, and actionable advice, our guest Haley Carbajal guides listeners on how to transform everyday goals into meaningful, life-altering journeys. Whether it's weight loss or any personal endeavor, this episode illuminates the path to achieving lasting success by focusing on who we're being in the process, not just the process itself.

In this episode:

00:00 Introduction to Happy Brain and the Challenge Dilemma

00:39 Deep Dive with Haley Carbajal: Why Challenges Fail

02:58 The Power of Intention and Mindset in Achieving Goals

13:09 Applying Intention to Everyday Actions for Powerful Results

16:56 Haley's Personal Journey and the Five Steps to Alignment

22:22 Final Thoughts on Strategy, Emotion, and Personal Transformation

About our Guest Haley Carbajal

Haley is a Starseed Coach & Mentor and the Creator of Five Steps To Alignment. A program that helps Starseeds overcome fear, stagnation, and lack of direction on their soul's journey, to become vibrationally aligned with their Soul’s Mission and Purpose without the use of therapy, affirmations, or the Law Of Attraction.

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◼️ Happy Brain Mental Wellness Tips and Resources

Connect with Our Guest Haley Carbajal
◼️Website: https://www.fivestepstoalignment.com/

◼️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lightbeingsseekingvibrationalalignment

◼️TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fivestepstoalignment

◼️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fivestepstoalignmentofficial

◼️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/haley-carbajal-027176272/

◼️Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FiveStepsToAlignmentConnect with us!----◼️Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/seanstevebloch

◼️Show Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/happybrainfm

◼️Sign-up for Happy Brain Tips: https://bit.ly/HappyBrainTips----

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