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Little League and the Four Attitudes for Mental Health Apr 09, 2024

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Sondra Harper, an author, artist, and yogi. Sondra is the author of , 'The Four Attitudes: The Alchemy of an Open Heart and a Calm Mind. She has also created an innovative deck of contemplation cards, beautifully designed to help individuals connect with these four attitudes. Her passion for empowering people shines through in her teachings of Vishoka, a method fostering a state of sorrowless joy. Sondra's skillful use of meditation, metaphors, and attitude helps to unveil hidden depths of potential that are truly transformative.

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Give Your Mental Health a NUDGE Apr 02, 2024

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Have you ever heard these myths about improving your mental health through personality change? Myth 1: Your personality is fixed and unchangeable. Myth 2: Only introverts struggle with negative emotions. Myth 3: Seeking personality change means denying who you truly are. I'll reveal the truth behind these myths, but get ready for some eye-opening insights.

My special guest is Shannon Sauer-Zavala

Shannon Sauer-Zavala is an accomplished expert specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and personality change. With a strong focus on mental health improvement, she offers comprehensive insights into the effects of personality on mental well-being and practical techniques for personal development.

In this episode, you will be able to:

Learn practical ways to improve your mental health through CBT.
Explore the profound effects of personality on mental health and well-being.
Discover effective techniques for managing neuroticism and negative emotions.
Master cognitive behavioral therapy techniques for positive change.
Unlock the secrets of personality change and personal development.

About our Guest

Shannon Sauer-Zavala, PhD, is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and an internationally-known expert on personality change.

Dr. Sauer-Zavala is an author, speaker, and scientific consultant. As a researcher at the University of Kentucky, she runs clinical trials testing cutting-edge interventions that harness the power of personality change to alleviate common mental health conditions.

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Transform Your Mood With Your Clothes (Even Men!) Mar 26, 2024

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Does this sound familiar? Have you ever felt like your clothes don't really reflect who you are? Maybe you've been told to just put on something that doesn't excite you, and you end up feeling blah and uninspired? It's like your clothes are dragging down your mood, and you're left wondering how they could possibly affect your mental well-being. Let's dive into how your wardrobe choices could be impacting your confidence and energy.

In this episode, you will be able to:

Discover how clothing choices can positively impact mental well-being and confidence.
Uncover the influence of clothing on personal energy and how it can boost confidence.
Master the art of choosing outfits that authentically reflect your unique personality.

About our Guest

Susan Padron is an intuitive personal stylist. After giving birth to her son and losing her sense of self, she rediscovered herself through healing and authentic personal style, and she's helped hundreds of women do the same. She has been featured in InStyle magazine, hosts the top 10% podcast The Susan Padron Podcast, and she is the author of the award winning book, “We Don't Do ‘Just Okay’ Anymore”.

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How Food Can Make Your Brain Happier Mar 19, 2024

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SURVEY - Please take 3 Minutes and Complete this Survey. It will help us make a better show for you. Ever wondered how food can impact your mood? 🧠🍎 Dive into my latest podcast episode where I share my personal journey of using food to uplift my mental well-being. From habit stacking to the effects of sugar on mood, I explore the Whole 30 diet and the benefits of incorporating omega-3 for brain health. Discover the results of reintroducing foods after an elimination diet and unlock the secrets to a happier brain! About Sean Sean Bloch is a Corporate Training Professional, Mental Health Enthusiast, Podcast Host and baseball fan based from the Los Angeles area. Sean is the host of the mental wellness podcast Happy Brain that asks guests to share those tips and techniques to make your brain happy. In 2015, Sean produced and directed the award-winning documentary, Presenting Lisa: A Journey to Authenticity, that chronicled one woman’s life long struggle to live her true gender identify. When not sharing his passions you can find him cheering on his baseball team, the Los Angeles Angels. Resources ◼️ Happy Brain Mental Wellness Tips and Resources ◼️Habit Stacking Episode Connect with us!---- ◼️Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/seanstevebloch◼️Show Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/happybrainfm

Gotta Keep Your Head Up! Mar 13, 2024

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A quick message to keep your head up with some CBT! Thanks Andy Grammar for your simple but powerful reminder! Today a short message about fighting negativity and finding ways to keep your head up. Short and simple. Cheers, Sean from Happy Brain

Visualization Tips for a Happier Brain Mar 05, 2024

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Want to experience enhanced well-being and overall life satisfaction? I've got the solution for you to achieve that. Let's dive into the power of visualization and how it can transform your mental health. Get ready to discover practical techniques that can make a real difference in your life. Are you ready to unlock the potential of visualization for your mental well-being? Let's explore this together!

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Sean Bloch is a Corporate Training Professional, Mental Health Enthusiast, Podcast Host and baseball fan based from the Los Angeles area. Sean is the host of the mental wellness podcast Happy Brain that asks guests to share those tips and techniques to make your brain happy. In 2015, Sean produced and directed the award-winning documentary, Presenting Lisa: A Journey to Authenticity, that chronicled one woman’s life long struggle to live her true gender identify. When not sharing his passions you can find him cheering on his baseball team, the Los Angeles Angels.

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◼️ Intention Setting - Justin Michael Williams

◼️A Meditation For Grounding Into The Present Moment | Liza Colpa (insighttimer.com)

◼️Insight Timer — #1 Free Meditation App

◼️ Good Therapy Article - Visualization Can Improve Mood, Support Mental Health

◼️Psychology Today - How Visualization Can Benefit Your Well-Being

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Use These (Spiritual) Tools to Make Your Brain Happy Feb 27, 2024

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Does it sound familiar to want to tap more into your heart and intuition, to escape the stress of overanalyzing everything? You might have been told to simply clear your mind or think positively, but the pain of feeling disconnected from your heart and true self still lingers. If you're struggling to find joy and emotional awareness, this could be the key to living a more heart-centered and joy-filled life.

Your vision will become clear only when you look into your own heart. Who looks outside dreams? Who looks inside, awakes. - Carl Jung

In this episode, you will be able to:

Enhance your emotional awareness and spiritual growth for a more fulfilling life.
Discover the joy of heart-centered living and deepen your emotional intelligence.
Practice mindfulness to connect with your inner self and find peace.
Equip yourself with tools for intentional living and personal growth.
Cultivate joy and self-expression for a more vibrant and meaningful life.

About our Guest - Aline Ra M

Aline is a spiritual guide and coach, healer, teacher, and author. She guides individuals to establish a direct, connection to the Divine within. This is heart-centered spiritual awakening, so you can live your purpose with joy.

Aline masterfully and cleverly blends deep insights about spirituality with practical tips that speak directly to authentic spiritual growth in a modern world.

She offers 1:1 coaching and mentorship, online courses, advanced in-person and remote healing sessions, workshops, and more.

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Beat Your Anxiety with Real World Meditations! (Ann Swanson) Feb 20, 2024

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Discover the unexpected way meditation can transform your life, from unraveling the mystery behind feeling happier to practical techniques for everyday scenarios. Get ready to be surprised by the powerful impact of meditation on your well-being. But that's not all – there's a free mini meditation waiting for you that will make you feel better today! Are you curious to find out more? Stay tuned!

Meditation doesn't only affect your mind, but it also affects your immune system, helping you to get sick less. It's a part of a protocol that has been shown to reverse heart disease. So meditation is really key for your cardiovascular health. - Ann Swanson

In this episode, you will be able to:

Learn specific meditations you can use right away
Identify 3 Key Ways Meditation impact Happiness
Uncover practical applications of meditation for stress relief and mental clarity.
Explore the impact of gratitude on happiness and fulfillment in life.

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Ann Swanson is the author of the internationally bestselling book SCIENCE OF YOGA, which has been translated into over 15 languages. Her new book, Meditation for the Real World, illuminates the fascinating science behind meditation with step-by-step practices. She worked alongside Harvard neuroscientist Dr. Sara Lazar and an illustrator for the New York Times to create this science-backed visual guide.

It’s important to note that Ann wasn’t a naturally “chill person,” and meditation didn’t come easy to her. Overcoming her own chronic pain and anxiety led her to India to study yoga and meditation, to China to explore tai chi, and to earn a Master of Science graduate degree in Yoga Therapy. Now, Ann blends cutting-edge research with ancient wisdom, resulting in realistic techniques you won’t just learn – you’ll love to live by! Order her new book at meditationfortherealworld.com to get the resources you need to stop making meditation a chore or just another thing on your to-do list and instead integrate it into your everyday life.
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Channeling Emotions to Feel Good! Feb 13, 2024

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Have you channeled a past, positive experience to improve your mood when you feel down?

Spend a few minutes learning how science shows that bringing back powerful, emotional moments can dramatically improve your mood. You can feel good based on past experiences!

“Positive emotional experiences can have a major, major impact on your life today. Today, if you can recall those experiences, those positive experiences, that emotional feeling, it can have a major impact when you're struggling, getting up to go to work, you're having a tough issue with a family member, or you're having issues with a friend, or you're just struggling in general.”- Sean Bloch

The key moments in this episode are:
00:00:00 - Humbling Experience at the Film Festival

00:00:59 - Impact of Emotional Experiences

00:03:12 - Benefits of Recalling Happy Experiences

00:04:46 - Lasting Impact of Emotional Experiences

00:07:49 - Channeling Past Experiences for Well-being

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How You Can Elevate Your Energy Feb 06, 2024

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Do you want to experience elevated energy and an expanded aura? Ready to learn practical actions to achieve this? Let's dive into how you can elevate your energy and expand your aura through simple, effective solutions.

In this episode, you will be able to:

Discover how near-death experiences can lead to personal growth and transformation.
Learn how to harness energy vibrations to manifest your desired reality.
Uncover the connection between gut health and mental well-being for a more balanced life.
Explore the impact of chakras on organ vibrations for holistic well-being.
Embrace self-awareness and unlock the power of play for personal development.

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Linn Rivers is a functional health and wellness expert and educator. She teaches people all over the world how to take their health into their own hands; mind, body and spirit.

She has over 15 years of education in the holistic health field and assists people in overcoming chronic health conditions and mental disorders.

Her educational background includes; Holistic/Functional Medicine, Microbiome Therapy, Spiritual Counseling, Eastern and Western Massage Therapy, Neurolinguistic Programming, Yoga Therapy, Life Coaching, Death Doula, Hypnosis, and Human Design Analysis.

While her educational background is impressive, it’s her own journey that really sets her apart. She is able to connect with people on a wide range of traumatic events that she had to overcome by herself, such as: death of all family members and partner, abandonment, neglect, sexuality, growing up with an alcoholic, relationship trauma, homelessness, career challenges, lack of direction, feelings of hopelessness, identity, anger and fear, addiction, illness, and near death experiences.

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