Welcome to another enlightening episode of Mental Fitness Fridays! In this episode, we're diving into three transformative concepts that can significantly enhance your mental fitness: being curious without judgment, experiencing peak emotion, and achieving peak cognition.

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Today, we're exploring the necessary differences between mental fitness and mental health. We'll focus on the power of enhancement over maintenance and how we can use our inner dialogue to reshape our neural networks. Plus, we'll discuss the importance of reinforcing these changes through consistent self-care practices, such as Intentional Journaling.

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Mental Fitness Practice:

• Intentional Journaling: Write down 1 Intention you want to accomplish for 10 days. Write it the night before for the following day. After the 10 days, reflect on what happened, be curious without judgment!

Today, we're exploring the nuanced differences between mental fitness and mental health. We'll focus on the power of intention over reaction and how we can use our inner dialogue to reshape our neural networks. Plus, we'll discuss the importance of reinforcing these changes through consistent self-care practices.

Tips:

2 to 1 Breathing- https://yogainternational.com/article/view/soothe-your-nervous-system-with-2-to-1-breathing/

Box Breath- https://www.calm.com/blog/box-breathing

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#Breathe

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#Motivation

#Resilience

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#Mindfulness

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Description:

In this episode of Mental Fitness Stories, I dive into resilience and personal growth. Join me as I explore the journey of training for a half marathon, the mantra of "doing the best I can," and the various practices that contribute to mental fitness. From overcoming self-doubt to embracing daily challenges, this story will motivate you to strengthen both your mind and body. Tune in for a boost of inspiration and practical tips to enhance your mental well-being!

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#MentalHealth

#Inspiration

#WellnessJourney

#HalfMarathonTraining

#SelfImprovement

#Motivation

#Resilience

#MentalStrength

#HealthyMind

#PodcastLife

#FitnessGoals

#Mindfulness

#PersonalGrowth

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Join us in this empowering episode of Mental Fitness Stories, where we delve into the transformative power of self-kindness in enhancing mental fitness and maximizing performance. Our guest and my good friend, Rachel Moore, LMFT is an expert in psychology and working with singers, artists and creatives to better their performance. Rachel reveals the profound impact of self-kindness on our mindset, resilience, and overall well-being. From singers striving for excellence to athletes navigating challenges, listeners will discover how embracing self-kindness fosters a healthier relationship with oneself, fuels motivation, and unlocks hidden potential.

#MentalFitness #SelfKindness #PeakPerformance #MindsetMastery #SelfCompassion #PerformanceMindset #Mindfulness #PersonalGrowth #Resilience #PositivePsychology #MindBodyBalance #InnerStrength #Empowerment #SelfImprovement #AchievementUnlocked #SuccessMindset #MindfulLiving #SelfLoveJourney

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Therapy Exercise:

Ask the Question, What Do You Need?, with your critical part

Remember, its like a child, it needs more nurture

Rachel Moore Contact Information:

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Social Media Links:

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelmoorecounseling

Rachel’s Podcast- Beyond Artists Block

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Episode Content- Part 2

0:00 Episode Intro

0:56 Calmness Increases Peak Performance

2:40 Therapy Exercise- Practicing Self Kindness with Your Inner Critic

6:16 Therapy Exercise- Get Curious

10:42 Therapy Exercise- Highlighting the Attack of the Critic

12:55 Physical Sensations of the Inner Critic

15:03 What Does the Critic Need?

16:28 Your Inner Critic Is Vulnerable

18:38 Vulnerability and Self Kindness is Scary

20:05 Stop Fighting the Critical Parts of You, Embrace Them!

21:46 Contact Information for Rachel

23:00 Call to Action- MFS Group Starting Soon!

Join us in this empowering episode of Mental Fitness Stories, where we delve into the transformative power of self-kindness in enhancing mental fitness and maximizing performance. Our guest and my good friend, Rachel Moore, LMFT, is an expert in psychology and working with singers, artists and creatives to better their performance. Rachel reveals the profound impact of self-kindness on our mindset, resilience, and overall well-being. From singers striving for excellence to athletes navigating challenges, listeners will discover how embracing self-kindness fosters a healthier relationship with oneself, fuels motivation, and unlocks hidden potential.

#MentalFitness #SelfKindness #PeakPerformance #MindsetMastery #SelfCompassion #PerformanceMindset #Mindfulness #PersonalGrowth #Resilience #PositivePsychology #MindBodyBalance #InnerStrength #Empowerment #SelfImprovement #AchievementUnlocked #SuccessMindset #MindfulLiving #SelfLoveJourney

jonsteeletherapy.com

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Rachel Moore Contact Information:

www.rachelmoorecounseling.com;

Social Media Links

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RachelMooreLMFT

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelmoorecounseling

Rachel’s Podcast- Beyond Artists Block

https://www.beyondartistsblock.com/

Join Jamal Jones, LMFT and DI Football Player, and me in this empowering episode of "Mental Fitness Stories" as we delve into the journey of how Jamal transformed fear and disappointment into opportunity. Facing the intense pressures of collegiate athletics, Jamal navigated the highs and lows of performance and mental health. Discover how he cultivated mental fitness amidst the chaos, utilizing setbacks as stepping stones to growth. Through resilience and self-discovery, Jamla shares his insights on overcoming adversity and finding strength in vulnerability. Tune in as we explore the playbook for turning fear into triumph on and off the field. #conqueryourfears #becourageous #takeaction #overcomefear #therapyjourney #personalgrowth #selfdevelopment #selfimprovement #faceyourfears #livethelifeyouwant

Mental Fitness Tips from Jamal:

• 30 Day Challenge of Affirmations- Journal with Pen and Paper

• Write 1 affirmation for 30 days
• Write it with I am, It is statements, statements that are positive
• Stay Curious with what happens Not Judgemental

• 24 Hours of Fearlessness/Courage
  • Acknowledge Anxiety
    • When fear arises, normalize it, use the statement, “This is natural”
  • Be Curious
    • Ask questions
    • Why is this fear here? What is fear telling me?
  • Practice Fearlessness
    • What is the most fearless thing I can do right now?
    • Then try it!
    • Stay Curious without Judgment!

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Jamal Jones Contact Information:

Therapy Website: https://www.centralvalleychristiancounsel.com/

Coaching Landing Page: https://www.thepurposedriventherapist.com/home

Social Media Links

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamal.jones.963871

Facebook Business: https://www.facebook.com/centralvalleychristiancounsel/

Instagram: www.instagram.com/jamall.jones1

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamal-jones-lmft-4352579b/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/Jamal Jones

Join Jamal Jones, LMFT and DI Football Player, and me in this empowering episode of "Mental Fitness Stories" as we delve into the journey of how Jamal transformed fear and disappointment into opportunity. Facing the intense pressures of collegiate athletics, Jamal navigated the highs and lows of performance and mental health. Discover how he cultivated mental fitness amidst the chaos, utilizing setbacks as stepping stones to growth. Through resilience and self-discovery, Jamla shares his insights on overcoming adversity and finding strength in vulnerability. Tune in as we explore the playbook for turning fear into triumph on and off the field.

jonsteeletherapy.com

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556502271732

https://www.facebook.com/jonsteelelmftsports/

Jamal Jones Contact Information:

Therapy Website: https://www.centralvalleychristiancounsel.com/

Coaching Landing Page: https://www.thepurposedriventherapist.com/home

Social Media Links

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamal.jones.963871

Facebook Business: https://www.facebook.com/centralvalleychristiancounsel/

Instagram: www.instagram.com/jamall.jones1

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamal-jones-lmft-4352579b/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/Jamal Jones