Mind Love™ • Consciousness, Spirituality, and Science for Awakening

Melissa Monte | Conscious Coach
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Sep 26, 2023 • 1h 4min

The Illusion of Separateness: Buddhism's Teachings on Loneliness, Love, and Human Connection with Koshin Paley Ellison 315

We will learn: How to shift your focus from external events to your personal growth. How to align your dreams and goals to higher guidance. Buddhism's path to overcoming isolation and finding connection Have you ever felt like you're the only person in a crowded room? Like you're surrounded by people, but still feel a sense of isolation?Buddhism says that thinking we're all separate is just us being delusional. This delusion is one of the "Three Poisons" that keep us stuck in a cycle of suffering, or Samsara. So, the way out is to break down that illusion and see that we're all interconnected.So, what if that lonely feeling is actually a sign? A nudge to look deeper and see how we're all connected? That's what we're diving into today: Loneliness, Love, and Human Connection, all from a Buddhist perspective.Sensei Koshin Paley Ellison, is a renowned thought leader, author, Zen teacher, and Jungian psychotherapist. Koshin co-founded the New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care. He's also the author of, “Untangled: Walking the Eightfold Path to Clarity, Courage, and Compassion.”Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/315 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Sep 19, 2023 • 58min

The Curious Relationship Between Perfectionism and Performance with Tom Curran • 314

We will learn: The roles that both genetics and society play in perfectionism The three types of perfectionism... one of which is very surprising The damage that perfectionism really does, and how to begin to undo it Have you ever found yourself paralyzed by the pursuit of perfection? You know, that feeling where you're stuck in a loop of endless tweaking, never quite satisfied, never quite ready to hit "publish" or "send"?The irony is, studies show that perfectionism often decreases our performance. So if we know that, then why are we still fooling ourselves?What if the key to unlocking your best performance lies in letting go of perfection? What if embracing the beautifully flawed process of creation could lead you to create things you didn't even know you could?Today, we're talking about The Curious Relationship Between Perfectionism and Performance. Our guest is Tom Curran. He is a professor of psychology at the London School of Economics and author of a landmark study that the BBC hailed as “the first to compare perfectionism across generations.” His TED Talk on perfectionism has received more than three million views. His research has been featured in media ranging from the Harvard Business Review to New Scientist to CNN, and he has appeared on numerous television and radio programs.Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/314 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Sep 12, 2023 • 1h 8min

Attuning to Relational Energy Fields for Emotional Regulation and Trauma Healing with Thomas Hübl • 313

We will learn: How to embrace and ground sensitivity How to understand defense mechanisms and the intelligence behind them How to use our energy to help children navigate fear and stress We are always co-creating, so when we talk about understanding our emotions better, it's not just for us. It's for everyone around us, too. When we're more in tune with how we feel, we can better understand others, and that's something the world really needs right now.So today, we're talking about how to attune to our relational energy fields. Our guest is Thomas Hubl.Thomas Hubl is a teacher, author, and international facilitator who finds beauty and fascination in both the realms of science and mysticism. He believes that these two parts of his identity reflect his inner self, with a deep love for both the rationality of science and the mystical processes that shape our inner beings. Thomas refers to this combination as "inner science," as he sees the connection between the contemplation and spiritual practices of mystics throughout history and the scientific experiments conducted in the pursuit of knowledge. He embraces the duality within himself and seeks to integrate these forces for a more holistic understanding of the world.Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/313 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Sep 5, 2023 • 58min

Embracing Diversity in Spirituality: Mark Nepo's Guide to Building Your Own Spiritual Toolbox • 312

We will learn: How to handle the pressure to conform How to stay open to different ways of experiencing spirituality The concept of eternity as the opening to oneness When was the last time you questioned something so deeply rooted within you that it felt like a part of your identity? Maybe it's cultural or the values of your family.Or maybe the religious beliefs you grew up with, or the spiritual path you were told was the right one. But what happens when those rules or beliefs don't sit well with you?Our spiritual paths are incredibly individual, shaped by our experiences, lessons, and what our souls came to this lifetime to learn. What didn't resonate with you might be exactly what someone else needs. It might be their stepping stone to spiritual growth or precisely the lesson their soul seeks.And here's the beautiful part: We can walk our paths and let others walk theirs. We don't have to agree. We don't even have to understand. We just have to be okay with letting others find their way, just like we're finding ours.So today, we're talking about embracing Diversity in Spirituality. Our guest is Mark Nepo. He is a poet and philosopher who has taught in the fields of poetry and spirituality for over thirty years. He's also the author of several books including, “The Book of Awakening,” and “Surviving Storms.”Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/312 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Aug 29, 2023 • 1h 5min

How Gut Inflammation Caused by Stress, Shame, and Trauma Affects Your Mood and Immune System with Dr. Will Cole • 311

We will learn: The checklist to help identify poor vagal tone. How to identify hormonal imbalances and require customized care. Breathwork and somatic practices to help regulate your nervous system. When was the last time you really listened to your gut? Your gut isn't just about digestion. It's your second brain, a silent guide that affects every aspect of your life. By neglecting it, we're ignoring a vital part of ourselves... a part that's yearning for attention, and balance, and care.So today we're discovering the beautiful connection between what we eat, how we feel, and the legacy we leave behind.Our guest is Dr. Will Cole. He is a leading functional medicine expert who specializes in clinically investigating underlying factors of chronic disease and customizing a functional medicine approach for thyroid issues, autoimmune conditions, hormonal imbalances, digestive disorders, and more. He is the host of “The Art of Being Well” podcast and author of “Gut Feelings,” “Ketotarian,” “The Inflammation Spectrum,” and The New York Times bestseller “Intuitive Fasting.”Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/311 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Aug 22, 2023 • 1h 3min

The Uncertainty Advantage: Navigating the Unknown, Harnessing Possibility and Overcoming Doubt with Nathan and Susannah Furr • 310

We will learn: The connection between uncertainty, self-doubt, and imposter syndrome.  The power of framing in influencing our preferences and choices.  How to overcome fear and step into the unknown to experience transformational moments. When was the last time you felt the thrill of the unknown?Most of us are creatures of habit. We like knowing what's around the corner. The unknown is scary and uncomfortable. It's... well, it's unknown.The problem is most people don't even realize their so-called comfort zones are actually quite uncomfortable. They're kinda miserable, but at least they know what to expect.But if you look into the tunnel of the unknown with a different mindset, you open up to, "What if I completely transform my life? What if I discovered a joy I've never accessed before? What if I change a life? What if I change a lot of lives?”So today, we're making friends with the unknown. We're choosing to see it as a playground of possibility instead of something to be afraid of.Our guests are Nathan and Susannah Furr, the authors of The Upside of Uncertainty. Susannah is a designer and art historian, and Nathan is a strategy and innovation professor at INSEAD in Paris and a recognized expert in the fields of innovation and technology strategy.Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/310 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Aug 15, 2023 • 1h 1min

Liberating Yourself from Emotional Walls Using Buddhist Psychology with Sharon Salzberg • 309

Ever feel like you're all by yourself in a room full of people?Buddhist psychology teaches us, "In the seeing, there is only the seen. In the hearing, there is only the heard." That's about directly experiencing life, without judgment, without resistance, without your mind running a marathon in the background. And that's what we're talking about today.Our guest is Sharon Salzberg. She is a meditation pioneer, world-renowned teacher, and New York Times bestselling author. She is one of the first to bring mindfulness and lovingkindness meditation to mainstream American culture over 45 years ago, inspiring generations of meditation teachers and wellness influencers.Sharon is co-founder of The Insight Meditation Society in Barre, MA, and the author of twelve books, including the New York Times bestseller “Real Happiness,” now in its second edition, and her seminal work, “Lovingkindness.” Her newest book, “Real Life: The Journey from Isolation to Openness and Freedom,” was released earlier this year from Flatiron Books.Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/309 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Aug 8, 2023 • 1h 4min

The Art of Selling without Selling to Move People and Change the World with Garrett Brown & Colin Coggins • 308

We will learn: The secret sauce behind the mindset of great sellers and the two pivotal questions that kickstart their journey. The intriguing concept of "The Unsold" and the lessons we can learn from them. How intentional ignorance can be a surprising game-changer in your sales strategy. Have you ever stopped to consider what it truly means to sell?Most people see sales as a necessary evil, a grueling task to be endured. They're stuck in the status quo, viewing sales as a zero-sum game where one person wins, and the other loses. But what if we could redefine what it means to sell?Whether you're a teacher inspiring students, a parent encouraging your child, or a friend offering advice, you're selling. You're selling ideas, beliefs, and possibilities. And the better you are at it, the more impact you can make.That's exactly what we're going to explore in this episode. We're going to dive into the concept of the "Unsold Mindset" with Garrett Brown and Colin Coggins. They're here to challenge our preconceived notions about sales and show us how it can be a force for good, a tool for transformation. They've been on a quest, picking the brains of the best - CEOs, athletes, artists, you name it. And guess what? They all had a unique take on selling, breaking the mold of what we think a salesperson should be. They were all unsold on the traditional sales script and unsold on fitting into a box.Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/308 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Aug 1, 2023 • 53min

Breaking Through Mental Barriers and Tapping into Purpose through EFT with Valerie Greene • 307

Three key things we will learn are: What happens when we let a void replace our sense of purpose? And more importantly, what can we do to not just fill, but fulfill this space How to get clear on the inner narratives that are holding stuck energy A journey into the heart of 'tapping' Have you ever found yourself caught in the same loop? Repeating the same patterns or thoughts. The same emotional blocks and self-doubt replaying like a broken record, no matter how hard you try to change the tune?Most of us are stuck in this rhythm. We live in a world where chaos seems to rule, and negative self-talk becomes second nature. It's life as we know it - the status quo. But here's the thing, the status quo isn't enough anymore.What if you could live your life free of all that, feeling into your limitless potential? And what if the key to unlock this freedom is literally at your fingertips?Today we're diving into the transformative power of ETF, aka Emotional Freedom Techniques, otherwise known as tapping.Our guest is Valerie Greene, inspiration life coach and EFT practitioner. She credits EFT for saving her life. Not only did she come out stronger, but she now helps others break through their stuck energy. With her roots in working closely with the US Military community, she has empowered more than 3,000 people to chart their own paths of personal growth.For our Mind Love members, we have a special treat in store. This month's membership masterclass is an immersive 5-part video series designed to help you bring the power of tapping into your own lives. You can find out more at mindlove.com/membership.Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/307 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Jul 25, 2023 • 1h 6min

Stoicism for Self-Inquiry, Inner Discipline, and Seeing Through Our Self-Distorted Perception with Mark Matousek • 306

We will learn: How self-inquiry can help us see ourselves more clearly How crisis and disaster can be liberating How our shadow parts can be a guide for growth You know that feeling, right? When you're stuck in the loop of worries, imagining all sorts of disastrous scenarios, and feeling your anxiety rise. Or when you find yourself catastrophizing, blowing the tiniest things completely out of proportion.There's an ancient wisdom that's been around since the time of the ancient Greeks that might help you rewire this negative thinking. It's about altering our perspective for the better, just as we like to do it here at Mind Love. This wisdom finds its roots in Stoicism, and it's a little thing known as "premeditation." But, it's more than just a trick - it can be life-changing.So today, we're diving into all that Stoicism has to offer us with Mark Matousek. He is an award-winning author, teacher, and speaker whose work focuses on transformative writing for personal, professional, and spiritual development. He is the founder of The Seekers Forum, an online community for writing and self-inquiry, and the author of eight books, including “Lessons From an American Stoic: How Emerson Can Change Your Life.”Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/306 Become a Mind Love Member for high-value Masterclasses, Growth Workbooks, Monthly Meditations, and Uninterrupted Listening FREE 5-Days to Purpose Email Course Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspired Support Mind Love Sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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