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It's a Good Life

Quick Cut: S2E185 The Best You is all in the Mind

Apr 25, 2024
11:21

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Today’s world often exposes us to an overload of damaging and divisive information. In this episode, Brian teaches how to renew our minds so that we can reject the negativity we’re constantly subjected to and instead gain clarity, become more positive and achieve growth. Topics discussed include: the value of journaling, the usefulness of a ‘technology fast’ and the importance of monitoring what we consume and who we associate with.

 

YOU WILL LEARN:

  • How technology creates a social dilemma.
  • Why a renewed mind is so powerful.
  • How to renew your mind. 

 

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

The Power of Positive Thinking,” by Norman Vincent Peale

The Social Dilemma,” documentary-drama

Learned Optimism: How to Change Your Mind and Your Life,” by Martin E.P. Seligman

Man's Search for Meaning,” Viktor E. Frankl

The Shawshank Redemption,” movie

Mindset: The New Psychology of Success,” by Carol S. Dweck

As a Man Thinketh,” by James Allen

 

INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

“Do not conform; be transformed.” – Brian Buffini

“The person who dumps garbage into your mind will do considerably more harm than the person who dumps garbage on your floor, because each load of mind garbage negatively impacts your possibilities and lowers your expectations.” – Zig Ziglar

“Dwelling on negative thoughts is like fertilizing weeds.” – Norman Vincent Peale

“Your input determines your output.” – Brian Buffini

“We become what we think about.” – Earl Nightingale

“Once you're clear, you can take action. If you take action without being clear, you will be in a constant state of anxiety.” – Brian Buffini



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