572: How to Push Past Mental Walls with Joanna Grover
Jun 14, 2023
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Joanna Grover, a coach using visual and sensory-based model, talks about pushing past mental walls. She discusses anchoring an image using the 5 senses and emotions. She also explores the power of negative scenarios and delves into imagery-based coaching for overcoming cravings. The importance of discovering purpose, alleviating suffering, and seeking meaning is also addressed. The podcast touches on yoga's benefits, range of motion, and the science of stretching. The impact of cabbage and dairy on acne, as well as healing suggestions for jumpers knee, are also discussed.
Having a clear and vivid mental image of the future can help in making desired changes and achieving personal goals.
Understanding the science behind cravings and using imagery-based coaching can help overcome them and shape behavior.
Deep dives
Using imagery to incite positive change in life
The podcast episode explores the use of imagery to bring about positive changes in life. It discusses how having a clear and vivid mental image of the future can help in making desired changes, whether it's losing weight, changing careers, or achieving personal goals. The episode emphasizes the importance of understanding the science behind cravings and how imagery-based coaching can be used to overcome them. It also highlights the significance of rehearsal through imagery and the power of choice points in shaping behavior.
Understanding jumpers knee and effective healing strategies
This segment of the podcast focuses on jumpers knee, a common condition among basketball players and athletes. It explains that jumpers knee refers to tendinitis or tendinopathy in the patellar or quadriceps tendons. The episode suggests proper healing strategies, such as isometric training and gradual progression to eccentric and concentric movements. It encourages individuals to focus on pain-free movement and to give sufficient time for healing, avoiding explosive movements until recovery is achieved.
The impact of aging and slower healing
The podcast acknowledges the challenges of healing and recovering at an older age. It highlights the fact that as individuals age, healing processes may tend to be slower. The episode discusses the importance of adjusting expectations and being patient with the healing journey. It also emphasizes the need to listen to the body, not pushing too hard and allowing sufficient time for recovery to prevent developing chronic conditions.
Managing acne and potential triggers
This part of the podcast delves into managing acne and potential triggers. The episode discusses how certain foods, such as dairy products, can potentially contribute to low-grade acne and digestive issues for some individuals. It proposes trying an elimination diet, specifically avoiding dairy for a period of time to see if the skin condition improves. Additionally, the podcast mentions the potential benefits of vitamin A supplementation and recommends consulting with a healthcare professional to monitor the levels.
All of us want to change something: our job, our relationship, our waistline, or even our career. We wake up thinking about it and fall asleep wondering “what if.” For some unknown reason, we never seem able to push past our stuck point and create real change. Why? My guest on this week’s podcast coaches using a visual and sensory-based model designed to help you achieve what you desire.
Listen to learn:
Why what you elaborate on is often what you become
How to loop in your 5 senses - plus emotions - to anchor an image
The power of a negative “what if I don’t” scenario
Joanna Grover, LCSW, is a pioneer of Functional Imagery Training (FIT) with 15 years experience as a coach and cognitive therapist. She’s the co-author of the new book, The Choice Point.