
Mind Love • Modern Mindfulness to Think, Feel, and Live Well
Your mind is your most powerful tool—and the story you tell yourself shapes your entire reality.Mind Love is where mind science meets soul work, helping you break free from old patterns, shift your perspective, and unlock the deeper wisdom inside you. Hosted by Melissa Monte, this podcast blends psychology, transformative storytelling, and real-world tools to help you shift your thoughts and change your life—from the inside out.Every episode sparks breakthroughs. You’ll learn how to:✨ Rewire the thought patterns keeping you stuck✨ Extract the wisdom from your lived experiences✨ Align your inner story with the life you’re meant to liveBecause every transformation starts with a single moment—a wake-up call that makes you realize: the story you’ve been living isn’t the one you were meant to tell.Think bigger. Feel deeper. Live fully.👉 New episodes every week—because a mind in alignment creates a life in alignment.
Latest episodes

May 28, 2024 • 1h 2min
From Self-Doubt to Wise Confidence with Giovanni Dienstmann • 350
We will learn:
When we should take a different approach to self-acceptance
How to develop an aspirational identity
The three pillars of self-confidence and how they can transform your self-image
Have you ever had that inner voice that whispers, “I can’t do this,” right before you’re about to take on something new?Or maybe it’s louder, a persistent chant of self-doubt that seems to paralyze you, keeping you stuck where you are, not really moving forward in life.But that’s not your true inner voice. It’s the reptilian brain. The part that’s been running the show since the caveman days. And if you don’t learn to manage that part of your brain, you never clear the weeds to hear your true inner voice.So, I want you to imagine moving through life with a sense of purpose and alignment, making choices not from a place of fear but from a place of confidence.That’s exactly what we’re diving into today. The concept of Wise Confidence.Our guest is Giovanni Dienstmann. He’s been on the show before and has produced a masterclass for our membership. He is a self-discipline coach, meditation teacher, and author who focuses on the intersection between wisdom, peace, and power. Giovanni has helped executives, entrepreneurs, artists, and pro athletes to live a more focused and purposeful life.Links from the episode:
Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/350
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May 20, 2024 • 1h 7min
Breaking the Cycle of Ancestral Trauma and Inherited Anxiety with Laura Rhodes-Levin • 349
We will learn:
The hidden impact of historical trauma and how it's shaping your current behaviors and anxieties
How the scars of your past can be converted into unique gifts and strengths
How love as an active process can change your mental health
Can you relate to this?You grow up looking at your family, thinking, "Phew, thank goodness I'm not like them."But then, one day, it hits you like a ton of bricks. You catch yourself saying the exact same things your mom used to say, word for word.Now, it might not be a big deal when it's just a saying or something we tell our kids or the way we carry ourselves. But what if it's something that really impacts our daily life, like anxiety?The truth is, you have the power to change course by reprogramming your patterns.And here's the really cool part: when you do that, you're not just changing your own life - you're also changing the course for your entire family line.Laura Rhodes-Levin is a licensed therapist who specializes in the evaluation and treatment of anxiety, depression, and trauma. She holds a Master of Science in Counseling and is known for her unique approach in the understanding of anxiety and anxiety disorders. She is also the author of “The Missing Peace: Rewire Your Brain, Reduce Anxiety, and Recreate Your Life.”Links from the episode:
Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/349
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May 14, 2024 • 1h 9min
Connecting to Higher Consciousness through Sacred Geometry and Energy Fields with Gail & Gregory Hoag • 348
We will learn:
Unexpected ways these ancient symbols can elevate your consciousness.
How your aura and chakras could be affecting your physical and spiritual well-being.
How to pull energy from higher dimensions to impact your daily reality.
Have you ever thought about why some days you feel perfectly in tune with the universe and other days it feels like everything is just against you?What if there’s a deeper pattern at play, a blueprint that connects us not just to the random things that happen but to the very fabric of the universe itself?This is called sacred geometry, and it's the secret language of nature. It's the ancient science that looks at how everything from beehives to entire galaxies follows the same universal patterns.Spirit science describes it as the building blocks of consciousness. They say that by understanding these patterns, we can start to see where we've been, where we are now, and where we're headed in life.I've known about sacred geometry for a while, but it wasn't until recently that it clicked for me how this knowledge can actually help us in our day-to-day lives.Today we’re talking about how we can attune ourselves to align with the universal flow and even pull from higher dimensions.Our guests are Gail and Gregory Hoag. They have over four decades of expertise in the realm of Sacred Geometry, and they have pioneered groundbreaking technologies and new discoveries that have changed thousands of lives all over the world.Links from the episode:
Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/348
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May 7, 2024 • 1h 4min
The Science of Self-Healing by Reprogramming Your Emotions with Brandy Gillmore • 347
We will learn:
How different personalities within the same body can exhibit contrasting health symptoms
The science of emotion-controlled consciousness and how your feelings shape your health
How to trigger deep, transformative mental states to enhance healing and emotional freedom
We know that the mind influences our health. The placebo effect shows how our beliefs can actually affect physical outcomes in the body.So, how much do our minds shape our health? How can we change our thinking to live healthier lives?That’s what we’re going to learn today. And it’s not just about "thinking yourself better." It’s deeper. It’s about uncovering those hidden, automatic patterns formed from past emotions and memories that influence how our body behaves and reacts today.What if you could use this understanding to boost everything else you're doing for your health? We’re adding a new piece to the healing puzzle: the emotional part.Our guest is Brandy Gillmore, a globally recognized mind-body healing expert who has profoundly impacted lives worldwide. Brandy's discoveries originated from her own debilitating injury, which led to a profound breakthrough in understanding of the power of the mind. Today, she works with top celebrities, CEOs, and individuals worldwide, showing people how to use the power of their minds to transform their health and lives. She has an award-winning podcast, "Heal Yourself. Change Your Life," where she guides listeners to release their physical pain in a matter of minutes.Links from the episode:
Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/347
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Apr 30, 2024 • 1h 4min
Emotional Intuition: Rewiring Anxious Attachment Wounds with Jennifer Nurick • 346
We will learn:
How anxious attachment shows up in relationships beyond romance
The fascinating research that reveals the timeline to create a secure attachment and what that means for your closest relationships
Why 70% of us are clinging to invisible wounds and how we can start healing
Ever notice how certain emotional patterns are like weeds in a garden? They keep cropping up, no matter how many times you think you've pulled them out.What if I told you that you might be accidentally keeping these patterns going without even realizing it? Like you’re stuck in a loop of drama and insecurity.You see, sometimes we can find a strange kind of comfort in the chaos, even when it's not good for us.The big thing to pay attention to is something called attachment – it's the way we learn to connect with people when we're young children. About half of us have a hard time feeling secure in our relationships because of it.Changing these patterns isn't always easy. It means facing some uncomfortable truths and making decisions that are different than the ones that got you here.Today we're going to explore how we connect, love, and ultimately, how we can take back control of our emotional lives. When we start untangling those roots, that's when we can really start growing. And you might just be surprised at how strong you really are when you begin to change your emotional landscape.Our guest is Jennifer Nurick, a licensed Clinical Psychotherapist, Couple Therapist, Energetic Healer, and author of “Heal Your Anxious Attachment”. She is the founder and voice of Psychotherapy Central. She has been working in the healing space for over 20 years, combining Eastern energetic practices and Western psychotherapy. She offers transformational courses to help individuals and couples heal trauma and build secure long-term relationships.Links from the episode:
Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/346
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Apr 23, 2024 • 1h 13min
How to Raise Your Standards and Find Your Person with Matthew Hussey • 345
We will learn:
The power of adjusting our reactions by just 1% to create a whole new reality in our relationships.
How our identities shape our habits and the importance of evolving our sense of self to inspire change.
The crucial role of clear boundaries and standards in forging healthy, fulfilling relationships.
Have you ever caught yourself thinking, "Why does this always happen to me? Am I attracting dogs or is this just the state of the market?” At some point, it starts to feel like the right person is an illusion.If you’ve found yourself in a cycle of the same relationship issues over and over again, it often means that you’re caught in a belief system that is subconsciously shaping your reality.If you don't confront these patterns, decouple from them, and cultivate new ones, you could be sentencing yourself to a life of rinse and repeat.So maybe, it’s time to ask the hard questions, and that’s what this episode is about. How to raise your standards, set intentions, and find your person.Our guest is Matthew Hussey. He is a New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and coach specializing in confidence and relational intelligence. His YouTube channel is number one in the world for love life advice, with over half a billion views. He also writes a weekly newsletter and is the host of the podcast “Love Life With Matthew Hussey.”Today he will teach us his proven approach to finding love but also how to feel confident and in control of our own happiness regardless of relationship status. Links from the episode:
Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/345
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Apr 16, 2024 • 1h 11min
Rituals as a Lifeline to Identity, Transitions, and Certainty with Mike Norton • 344
We will learn:
How to distinguish between what's habitual and what's transformative
How adding your unique signature to age-old rituals can transform your life's most important moments
Why the tiniest rituals could make the biggest difference in your love life
Have you ever noticed how some moments feel extra special, while others just blend into the background of your life?Things like the school bell ringing at the end of the day, blowing out birthday candles, or a even something as simple as a handshake after a deal - These are rituals, little traditions that mark important moments in our lives.If we ignore the power of rituals, we might lose touch with who we are. They reflect our choices and remind us of who we are and who we want to be. They're like a compass pointing us in the right direction.However, rituals can also become a burden if we're too rigid about them. The key is to find a balance - create your own unique mix of routines and spontaneous moments that tell your story.Every little ritual, even the ones we barely notice, shapes who we are.We're about to explore the power of rituals with expert Mike Norton. We'll learn how these everyday practices can bring us clarity, strength, and connection. Even the most ordinary moments can be magical if we embrace them. So get ready to discover the transformative power of your daily rituals.Links from the episode:
Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/344
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Apr 9, 2024 • 1h 6min
The Art of Knowing When to Stay and When to Walk Away with Emily Freeman • 343
We will learn:
Powerful two-word mantra to help you approach difficult decisions
The liberating question that could realign your life's path with true happiness.
Powerful rituals that can guide you to personal closure, even when others leave the story unresolved.
How often have you mistaken persistence for passion or comfort for contentment?The problem is, most of us don’t just fear change, but we have a whole narrative around quitting, as though it’s some form of failure. And these lies can keep us stuck in rooms we’ve long outgrown.So, how do we turn down the noise to turn up our own inner nudges? And how can we move more quickly toward our own new doorways of possibility? That’s what we’re talking about today.Our guest is Emily Freeman. She is the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of five books, including "How to Walk into a Room" and "The Next Right Thing." She is also a spiritual director, workshop leader, and host of The Next Right Thing podcast, and her most important work is to help create soul space and offer spiritual companionship and discernment for anyone struggling with decision fatigue.Links from the episode:
Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/343
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Apr 2, 2024 • 1h 12min
The Wisdom of Your Body Element Type Through Traditional Chinese Medicine with Dr. Anis Khalaf of AcupunctureFit • 342
We will learn:
How ‘doing nothing’ can radically transform your health and clarity
How to find which body element type that dominates your life, and why it matters
The colors of foods that best suit your element type
Historically, healers tapped into intricate body connections, like reflexology and chakras, along with herbal medicine, aromatherapy, cupping therapy, and the study of body element types… all without the help of X-rays, MRIs, and computers.Today, we’re diving into the world of body element types, and it’s like unlocking a secret map to our own health. Think of it as the ancient version of a personalized health quiz. In traditions like Traditional Chinese Medicine, they talk about elements like Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water. Each of us fits into one of these categories, and it's not just for fun – it tells us a ton about what our bodies and minds crave for balance.Understanding whether you're more Fire than Water, or more Earth than Metal, can change the game. It's like having insider knowledge on how to eat, move, and chill in ways that actually feel right to you.So today we’re going to learn the secrets of your element type, plus a whole lot of other holistic health practices.Our guest is the TikTok famous Dr. Anis Khalaf, aka @acupuncturefit on socials. He is a medically trained Acupuncture Physician who helps top performers get their health back through an ancient technique called Element Typing. He is the founder and CEO of Acupuncture Fit and VirtualTCM.com. He creates custom Traditional Chinese Medicine health plans for people who suffer from pain, infertility, addiction, gut and hormone imbalance, skin conditions, and severe, terminal, and rare cases.Links from the episode:
Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/342
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Mar 26, 2024 • 1h 13min
Master Emotional Intelligence and Conscious Connection to Deepen Relationships and Elevate Leadership with Talia Fox • 341
We will learn:
How to rethink happiness and relearn presence for deeper connections
How to craft a legacy through a bucket list
The four essential habits that are key to emotional intelligence
It’s not a secret that we humans are starting to suck at connection. The days of deep listening, intimate sharing, and simply being together in the same space are becoming fewer and further between.Instead, a quick DM or text has become our go-to, avoiding phone calls and, heaven forbid, unannounced visits. But here's the crucial part: while our methods of communication have shifted dramatically, the human need for physical connection hasn't.So how do we get back to that deep connection that we know through mountains of research that humans thrive on?Today we’re going to learn how to connect with one another deeply and consciously through the LOVE system.Our guest is Talia Fox. She has become a visionary for leadership and legacy building. Her extensive background in psychology and education enables her to help people to be more present, more engaged, and more attuned to the intricacies of our interconnected world. She’s also the author of “The Power of Conscious Connection: 4 Habits to Transform How You Live and Lead.” Links from the episode:
Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/341
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