In this episode, I invite you to explore what it really means to train your focus. Using a simple yoga moment as a starting point, we’ll talk about how everyday distractions, both big and small, can pull us away from what matters most. You’ll learn how to recognize when your mind starts to wander, how to gently bring it back, and how to build the discipline that helps you stay present, productive, and at peace. Tune in as we unpack practical tools to help you strengthen your attention, reduce mental clutter, and create more space for clarity.

Key Takeaways:

Focus Starts With You - Before you can stay focused on tasks or goals, you have to learn how to guide your own mind. That means being honest about what distracts you and choosing to stay present even when it's hard.

Perfectionism Is a Distraction in Disguise - It’s easy to believe we need everything “just right” before we can focus. But the need to fix what’s imperfect can pull us further from the task that really matters. Letting go of that urge is where real mental clarity begins.

The Real Discipline is Mental - Physical practices like yoga can teach us about mental discipline. The goal isn't just to hold a posture, but to stay present and focused even when something is bothering us. It's about resisting the urge to fix every minor imperfection and instead training the mind to stay anchored in the moment.

Let Things Be - Sometimes the best practice is doing nothing. Instead of rushing to fix every little annoyance, we learn to allow things to remain as they are. This builds inner calm and strengthens our ability to stay centered, even when things aren’t perfect.

Train Your Brain to Come Back to Focus - Everyone gets distracted. What matters is your ability to notice when it happens and gently bring your mind back to the task. Just like a muscle, the more you train your focus, the stronger it becomes.

Helpful Resources:

• Recognize Your Mental Patterns - The more aware you are of your typical distraction triggers, the better you can prepare for them.

• Discipline is a Choice - Staying focused is not always easy, but it is something you can choose. You can choose to notice, pause, and redirect your mind. It may take practice, but each time you make that choice, you’re strengthening your self-discipline and building mental resilience.

• Communication and Focus Go Hand-in-Hand - Whether you’re leading a team, having a personal conversation, or showing up for your family, a focused mind helps you communicate more clearly and connect more deeply. When your attention is fully present, people feel seen, heard, and respected.

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Communication is the foundation of everything and everything happens in communication. If you’re ready to take your communication to the next level, our Communication That Transforms course dives deep into creating psychological safety, handling crucial conversations, navigating conflict, and cultivating trust in a way that truly leaves the people in your life feeling seen, heard, respected and valued. It will transform how you lead and how you show up in all of your relationships . Learn more and register at www.mindremappingacademy.com/ticc. If you are a leader and your employees or teams are struggling with team dynamics, consider taking them through our new “Communications That Transforms” group cohort.

See the full course breakdown and get a free preview of key modules to experience the value. Go to https://mindremappingacademy.com/course-catalogue and schedule a call with Dr. Clairborne at www.mindremappingacademy.com/corporate-programs

In this episode, we explore the three powerful constraints that shape every conversation we have: the neurological, the social, and the individual. I’ll walk you through how each constraint functions, why they matter, and how recognizing them can transform everyday communication. If you’ve ever struggled to feel heard or misunderstood by others, this conversation will give you the insight and tools to shift those patterns for yourself, your relationships, and your leadership.

Key Takeaways:

Filters Shape the Way We Communicate - Every conversation runs through filters, how we hear, see, and process what’s happening. Understanding these filters helps us become more aware of how we respond and how others might be experiencing the same moment differently.

Neurological Constraint: What Our Bodies Can Sense - Our senses have limits. We only hear, see, or feel what our nervous system allows. Just because something isn’t noticed doesn’t mean it isn’t there. This helps us stay compassionate when someone misses something we find obvious.

Social Constraint: What We Were Taught Growing Up - Our social environments teach us rules—some spoken, some unspoken. These shape how we interact. When we step into new spaces, these old patterns can limit us unless we choose to grow past them.

Individual Constraint: What We’ve Personally Lived - No two people experience life the same way. Even when we share a moment, we bring different memories, histories, and emotions. Recognizing this can help us stop expecting people to “just get it.”

Helpful Resource:

• Misunderstanding Comes from Unseen Limits - Most conflict doesn’t come from bad intentions—it comes from invisible limits. Being unaware of our own or others’ filters can lead to assumptions, miscommunication, or tension.

• Conscious Communication Builds Bridges - When we pause to ask, clarify, and really listen, we open up space for better conversations. This level of communication helps us resolve conflict, reduce misunderstandings, and build stronger trust.

• Practice Naming Your Filters in Real Time - Start noticing your own reactions. Say to yourself—or even out loud—what’s coming up: “This feels like a survival response,” or “I’m reacting based on my past.” Naming it gives you power to choose a better path forward.

Notable Highlights:

“If we're going to expand our capacity to be flexible in our communication, we need to understand the mechanism that goes on so that we can interrupt it.”

“Sometimes error in communication is due to lack of awareness, and sometimes it’s due to lack of access to our internal resources at the time.”

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Communication is the foundation of everything and everything happens in communication. If you’re ready to take your communication to the next level, our Communication That Transforms course dives deep into creating psychological safety, handling crucial conversations, navigating conflict, and cultivating trust in a way that truly leaves the people in your life feeling seen, heard, respected and valued. It will transform how you lead and how you show up in all of your relationships. Learn more and register at www.mindremappingacademy.com/ticc. If you are a leader and your employees or teams are struggling with team dynamics, consider taking them through our new “Communications That Transforms” group cohort.

See the full course breakdown and get a free preview of key modules to experience the value. Go to https://mindremappingacademy.com/course-catalogue and schedule a call with Dr. Clairborne at www.mindremappingacademy.com/corporate-programs

In this episode, you will discover how simple practices like pausing to reflect, recognizing emotions, and embracing progress over perfection will change the way you connect and communicate. As we explore the R.E.M.A.P™Framework, you will learn tools to build trust, repair relationships, and lead with greater courage and kindness. Tune in as we break down each step and uncover practical ways to bring more empathy and growth into every conversation.

Key Takeaways:

What Is the R.E.M.A.P™ Framework? – R.E.M.A.P™ is a simple and powerful guide that helps you communicate better, lead with care, and build stronger relationships. Each part of the framework offers a way to grow in how you connect with others and with yourself.

Recognize, Reflect and Respect – The first step is about pausing to notice your thoughts and feelings. When you take time to reflect and treat others with respect, conversations become more thoughtful and human, even when you don't agree.

Emotional Awareness and Encourage – Feelings are a natural part of life. This part means learning to notice and understand your own feelings and the feelings of others. It helps you find the courage to stay present during hard moments, speak honestly, and stand up for what is right with honesty. This step builds strength, trust, and kindness in leadership, even when things get tough.

Model, Mirror, and Mend – Leading by example matters. When you model healthy behavior, mirror the emotions of others with care, and mend what gets broken, you help create a safe and respectful space for everyone.

Adaptability, Accountability, and Acknowledgment – Being open to change, taking ownership of your actions, and recognizing the truth all help create space for healing and growth. It’s not just about having good intentions, but about showing up with honesty and responsibility.

Practice Progress Over Perfection – You don’t have to get it all right. What matters is the effort to keep learning and growing. This part of the framework encourages you to be gentle with yourself and others as you move forward, one step at a time.

Notable Highlights:

"When we have recognition without reflection, it could be reactive. When we have recognition with respect, it honors relationships and it honors humanity."

"The Recognize, Reflect and Respect pillar allows us to have a mindful noticing of internal cues and body sensations, emotions and behaviors. It invites a pause of this sort of critical self-inquiry and conscious thought before action."

"Emotional awareness helps us track our own and others' emotional states."

"Courage gives us permission to stay present through discomfort, speak our truths, and challenge systems or behaviors with integrity."

"Accountability supports the ownership of our impact on others, positive or negative. We can be accountable without defensiveness and without ongoing shame because that doesn't actually change the outcome."

"We can give feedback that helps us expand and grow, but we can also give feedback when things are going well."

"Learning is a practice that emphasizes commitment, repetition, and resilience."

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Communication is the foundation of everything and everything happens in communication. If you’re ready to take your communication to the next level, our Communication That Transforms course dives deep into creating psychological safety, handling crucial conversations, navigating conflict, and cultivating trust in a way that truly leaves the people in your life feeling seen, heard, respected and valued. It will transform how you lead and how you show up in all of your relationships . Learn more and register at www.mindremappingacademy.com/ticc. If you are a leader and your employees or teams are struggling with team dynamics, consider taking them through our new “Communications That Transforms” group cohort.

See the full course breakdown and get a free preview of key modules to experience the value. Go to https://mindremappingacademy.com/course-catalogue and schedule a call with Dr. Clairborne at www.mindremappingacademy.com/corporate-programs

In this episode, we welcome Dr. Nondumiso Makhunga-Stevenson, founder of Ubuntu Doctor Coaching, for a deeply heart-centered conversation about authentic leadership, cultural wisdom, and reclaiming our humanity through connection. We explore how the ancient African principle of Ubuntu, “I am because you are”, can transform the way we lead, collaborate, and relate to one another. This dialogue is a reminder that healing doesn’t always require more doing, it often requires more seeing.

Dr. Nondumiso shares her journey from medical doctor in South Africa to leadership coach in the U.S., and how she integrates Ubuntu into her work with physicians and teams worldwide. Whether you're in healthcare, corporate spaces, or community leadership, this episode will challenge you to ask: What becomes possible when we truly see one another?

Key Takeaways:

Ubuntu Is Humanity in Action Ubuntu is more than a philosophy, it’s a lived experience of honoring our interconnectedness. At its core, it teaches that “I am because you are.” We rise when we help others rise. Leadership through Ubuntu is not about power over others, but power with others.

True Leadership Starts with Seeing When leaders begin with empathy and see their teams for who they are, not just what they do, they unlock loyalty, creativity, and collaboration. Co-creating with people, not just delegating to them, brings out the best in everyone.

Legacy Is About People, Not Position What we leave behind isn't just in programs or projects, it’s in the people we’ve uplifted and empowered. Ubuntu reminds us to lead with intention, because our influence is often the most meaningful part of our legacy.

This Is Not Woo, It’s Wisdom Ubuntu is ancient knowledge. Its roots are spiritual, intuitive, and deeply human. It’s not about religion or performance, it’s about restoring wholeness in how we relate to each other across cultures, organizations, and generations.

Notable Highlights

“I see you. I see all those who walk with you.” “Ubuntu means my humanity is tied to your humanity.” “Let people contribute to the process, and they become co-owners of the outcome.” “When we let go of micromanaging and lead from connectedness, leadership becomes a joy.” “Ubuntu isn’t just African, it’s universal. We’ve just forgotten.”

About Dr. Nondumiso Makhunga-Stevenson Dr. Nondumiso is a South African-trained physician, leadership coach, and founder of Ubuntu Doctor Coaching. She works with physicians and organizations around the world, helping them integrate the principles of Ubuntu to create cultures of empathy, collaboration, and authentic leadership. She was the first doctor to become certified in Ubuntu Coaching, and she brings deep wisdom, cultural grounding, and personal humility to every conversation.

Work with Dr. Nondumiso Website: https://www.ubuntudoctorcoaching.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/physicianleadershipdevelopmentcoach

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Communication is the foundation of everything, and everything happens in communication. If you’re ready to elevate the way you lead, connect, and collaborate, check out our Communication That Transforms course. You’ll learn how to build psychological safety, navigate crucial conversations, and foster trust with intention.

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In this episode, we welcome Jamie, founder of Sunshine Soul Vibes, to explore the powerful journey of healing from past trauma. We clear up some common myths about hypnotherapy and talk about how real healing begins when you’re truly ready. Tune in as we unpack the emotional layers behind self-sabotage, discuss the difference between awareness and action, and explore what it really takes to rewire your mind for healing and growth.

Key Takeaways:

What Is Timeline Therapy? – Timeline Therapy is a gentle way to heal from heavy feelings like anger, guilt, or shame. It helps you find where the pain began, change how you see that moment, and let it go. With each step, you feel lighter, stronger, and more ready to step into a brighter future.

Let Go of Worries – Worries can stay in our minds all day and night. Real peace comes when we stop holding on and change how we think about them. Then, we can feel better and move forward.

The Real Power of Hypnotherapy – Many people imagine hypnotherapy as mind control or silly stage tricks. But real hypnotherapy is gentle and respectful, and you stay fully awake and in control the whole time. It’s not something done to you; it’s a team effort where you participate and agree every step of the way.

The Meaning Behind “Sunshine Soul Vibes” - “Sunshine Soul Vibes” means finding your inner light, even in dark times. Jamie chose this name during her own struggles, not yet seeing the peace others saw in her. Through healing, she discovered that light was always inside, just hidden. Now, she helps others shine their light too.

Helpful Resources:

• Being Open Is the First Step to Hypnotherapy - Hypnotherapy won’t work if you don’t believe it can help. If you’re scared of it or think it’s fake, it’s harder for your mind to relax. But if you’re open and curious, it can really help. You don’t have to understand everything—just be willing to try.

• Meditation with a Goal - Hypnotherapy feels like a deep, quiet moment—like meditation. But instead of just relaxing, you focus on something specific, like letting go of fear or building confidence. You’re always in control. It just helps your mind get quiet enough to listen.

About Jamie Green

Jamie Green is a USAF veteran and founder of Sunshine Soul Vibes. She’s passionate about helping people heal from past trauma and break free from negative patterns. With her mix of trauma release techniques, hypnotherapy, NLP, and Reiki, Jamie creates a warm, safe space where clients can find confidence, clarity, and true transformation.

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Hosted by: Dr. Maiysha Clairborne

Communication is the foundation of everything and everything happens in communication. If you’re ready to take your communication to the next level, our Communication That Transforms course dives deep into creating psychological safety, handling crucial conversations, navigating conflict, and cultivating trust in a way that truly leaves the people in your life feeling seen, heard, respected and valued. It will transform how you lead and how you show up in all of your relationships . Learn more and register at www.mindremappingacademy.com/ticc. If you are a leader and your employees or teams are struggling with team dynamics, consider taking them through our new “Communications That Transforms” group cohort.

See the full course breakdown and get a free preview of key modules to experience the value. Go to https://mindremappingacademy.com/course-catalogue and schedule a call with Dr. Clairborne at www.mindremappingacademy.com/corporate-programs

In this episode, we will talk about the difference between rigid and flexible thinking. We’ll use the ideas of Newton and Einstein to show how our mindset shapes how we lead, connect, and communicate. We’ll also explore why it’s important to pay attention to how we think so we can listen better, respond with care, and build more trust in our relationships.

Key Takeaways:

The Limits of Rigid (Newtonian) Thinking – Newtonian thinking views life as predictable and fixed, where every action has an equal and opposite reaction. This rigid mindset can restrict how we see people and situations, making it harder to adapt or understand complexity.

The Power of Flexible (Einsteinian) Thinking – Einsteinian thinking sees life as flexible and open, emphasizing that we actively shape our experiences. By changing how we think, we can build trust, create safety, and nurture better relationships.

Our Thinking Shapes Our Actions – How we listen and think influences how we behave, so by becoming aware of our mental filters, we can choose to shift from rigid to flexible thinking and respond in healthier ways.

We Are Architects of Our Reality – Adopting flexible thinking means taking responsibility for how we shape our lives and interactions, allowing us to create safer, more trusting environments for ourselves and others.

Helpful Resources:

• Changing Old Beliefs Is Possible – Just because something has always been done a certain way or we have long-held beliefs about people or situations doesn’t mean we have to keep thinking or acting that way; we can rewrite our views and open up new possibilities.

• Perspective Taking Builds Connection – Seeing things from different points of view helps us break free from fixed thinking and fosters cooperation, trust, and better communication in our relationships and communities.

Notable Highlights:

“No problem can be solved from the same consciousness that created it.”

“Actions have consequences, but they’re not always predictable, predetermined, or straightforward and linear.”

“Newtonian thinking can perpetuate oppressive systems because of its fixed framework that can inadvertently marginalize certain populations.”

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Hosted by: Dr. Maiysha Clairborne

Communication is the foundation of everything and everything happens in communication. If you’re ready to take your communication to the next level, our Communication That Transforms course dives deep into creating psychological safety, handling crucial conversations, navigating conflict, and cultivating trust in a way that truly leaves the people in your life feeling seen, heard, respected and valued. It will transform how you lead and how you show up in all of your relationships . Learn more and register at www.mindremappingacademy.com/ticc. If you are a leader and your employees or teams are struggling with team dynamics, consider taking them through our new “Communications That Transforms” group cohort.

See the full course breakdown and get a free preview of key modules to experience the value. Go to https://mindremappingacademy.com/course-catalogue and schedule a call with Dr. Clairborne at www.mindremappingacademy.com/corporate-programs