7 Good Minutes
Clyde Lee Dennis
Begin each day with purpose and positivity with the 7 Good Minutes Daily Self-Improvement Podcast, the essential listen for mindful achievers.Tailored for those who strive for personal growth amidst their busy lives, our podcast offers daily guidance in mindfulness, gratitude, and maintaining a positive mindset.Subscribe now to ensure you never miss an episode on your journey to a more mindful and positive life.If you’re looking for a calm, practical way to build better habits at your own pace, I’ve created a small collection of Better Habit Guides you can explore anytime. You can find them here:https://7GoodMinutes.com/guides
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Oct 5, 2025 • 3min
7 Good Minutes: Extra - The mind at sunrise is like...
The discussion centers around the metaphor of the mind at sunrise, likening it to still water—clear and receptive. Early morning is portrayed as an ideal time for setting intentions, gratitude, and compassion, which can shape the rest of your day. Clyde emphasizes the importance of training your mind to access this calm state throughout daily chaos. An uplifting affirmation is shared to support morning practices, reinforcing the power of intention and mental clarity.
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Oct 5, 2025 • 6min
Train Your Focus at Sunrise: Morning Clarity for Daily Success
Embrace the tranquility of sunrise to boost your focus and mental discipline. Learn how early mornings provide a unique clarity perfect for shaping your intentions. Discover simple practices like mindful breathing and setting daily intentions to train your attention. Understand that consistency matters more than complexity in your routine. Even a five-minute commitment can enhance your presence throughout the day. Join the ancient rhythm of dawn to sustain your practice, and remember to be patient with yourself as you cultivate this vital skill.
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Oct 4, 2025 • 3min
7 Good Minutes: Extra - Grace is not about moving...
Explore the profound concept of grace as being present instead of just moving at a slower pace. Discover how trusting life's rhythm can lead to fewer mistakes and richer connections. Reflect on what you might notice if you give each moment the space it deserves, and embrace an affirmation for a more mindful approach to daily life. Tune in for insights that can transform your hurried existence into one of clarity and calm.
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Oct 4, 2025 • 6min
Grace is the Opposite of Hurry: Finding Peace in Presence
Explore the transformative power of grace as the antidote to hurry. Delve into how unhurried presence cultivates deeper peace and joy in everyday moments. Discover practical ways to choose calm over anxiety in ordinary tasks and learn the significance of responding thoughtfully instead of reacting in panic. Clyde emphasizes that grace is rooted in trust, not fear, and highlights its contagious nature, encouraging listeners to model a peaceful approach to life.
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Oct 3, 2025 • 3min
7 Good Minutes: Extra - Between sleep and action...
Discover the transformative power of the sacred pause between sleep and action, where conscious living begins. Explore how this moment can shift your day from stumbling into it to arriving with intention. Learn to prioritize quality presence over the clock and make deliberate choices instead of falling into unconscious habits. Clyde suggests setting daily intentions like joy and patience to shape your experience. Plus, revisit this pause throughout the day to regain your perspective and connect with your true self.
Oct 3, 2025 • 6min
Step Into Your Day with Mindful Awareness and Purpose
Discover how to transform your day by stepping into it with awareness and purpose. Explore the sacred pause between sleep and action, a moment for conscious choice. Learn practical techniques like mindful breathing and setting intentions to wake up fully. Experience how awareness can empower your responses, leading to a more centered approach throughout the day. Plus, find out how to recapture that morning clarity when life gets overwhelming. Embrace your day with intention!
Oct 2, 2025 • 3min
7 Good Minutes: Extra - The morning mind is like...
Discover how your morning mindset resembles fresh soil, poised to cultivate thoughts that shape your day. Delve into the impact of negative seeds, like worry and media, which can lead to anxiety. Learn about the power of personal choice each morning, giving you the chance to plant new intentions. Reflective questions invite listeners to evaluate their habits and inspire a fresh start. Become the gardener of your own consciousness and reap the benefits of a mindful morning!
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Oct 2, 2025 • 5min
How Your Morning Mindset Creates Unstoppable Daily Momentum
Morning moments hold the power to shape your entire day. Intentionality in the morning creates unstoppable momentum, contrasting the chaos of rushed wake-ups. Consistency, not perfection, is key to forming lasting habits. Gratitude and clarity serve as guiding tools for your mindset, influencing decisions and perceptions. By planting seeds of intention daily, you cultivate growth and positively impact your relationships. Starting each day with a willingness to set the right tone can lead to transformative outcomes.
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Oct 1, 2025 • 3min
7 Good Minutes: Extra - The mightiest oak was once...
Discover how the mightiest oak starts as a tiny acorn, symbolizing the power of patient growth. Reflect on your own beginnings and appreciate the potential within you. Embrace steady progress with an affirmation that encourages trust in your journey. Learn how small, consistent efforts can lead to great achievements.
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Oct 1, 2025 • 6min
Why Starting Slow Builds Lasting Strength
Discover the power of starting slow as a strategy for building lasting strength in life. Patience and gradual progress create stable foundations for long-term success. Clyde uses a tree growth metaphor to illustrate how deep roots foster resilience. Small beginnings, like five minutes of exercise, lead to sustainable habits and confidence. Contrary to quick fixes, steady effort in relationships, careers, and creativity yields depth and transformation. Embrace the courage to trust the process and choose a tiny step to begin tomorrow!
