'Shut Up, Brain' Podcast

Your mind, body, and spirit can be affected by those things around you. The objects in your life influence you in a subconscious way. In this episode I talk about why removing certain physical things in your life can also remove anxiety from it as well. Time to tidy up your brain!  Full Show Notes - https://www.brilliantside.com/069

In this episode of the shut up brain podcast I go over some short term and long term strategies that you can use to start to break the habit of Rumination. You know, those times where you have repetitive thoughts and worries and you can't help but think about the worst case scenario. That is a pattern in your brain that can be changed, and I'll show you how. Full Show Notes: https://www.brilliantside.com/068

Perfectionism can be a mindset that cripples your success and leads to failure again and again. In this episode I talk about an amazing productivity method that is a double edge sword when it comes to perfectionism. How you can beat that perfectionism mindset. And at the end of the episode I'll tell you how you can get additional help if the idea of being perfect is preventing you from starting to improve yourself in the first place. Full Show Notes: https://www.brilliantside.com/067

When you conquer a small habit in your life it can lead to big changes. Sometimes even just changing your daily morning coffee to something else can be the spark that initiates a big life change. Not to mention the health benefits that can also occur!  In this episode I go over the best strategies to limit the caffeine in your life. Full show notes: https://www.brilliantside.com/066

This episode I get open and honest about my own personal goals for 2018 and how many I succeeded in and how many I failed in. It was a tough episode to record, but I'm glad I did! I also reveal 3 mindset shifts that we all can use to help hit our goals more reliably in 2019. Full show notes: https://www.brilliantside.com/065

All successful journeys that reach their destination have 3 things in common. I've discovered a 3 step method I want to share with you. In this episode I talk about a celebrity bodybuilder that used this method to recovery from open heart surgery. I've personally used this method to meditate 90 days in a row, build a successful podcast, and wake up at 6am on a daily basis.  Full Show Notes: https://www.brilliantside.com/064  (NOTE: The show notes may be delayed for this episode)

When you want to make a change in your life it can help if you do it at the perfect time. The time when stars align and the change itself becomes inevitable. But WHEN is that moment? Is it when you hit rock bottom and you are forced to change? Is it when you have lots of motivation? In this episode I uncover the truth about the best time to make a change in your life. Full show notes: https://www.brilliantside.com/063

Gratitude is a powerful skill that can lead to a happier life and more confidence. It was practiced by the samurai of ancient japan in a very unique way to help them become more efficient warriors. In this episode I break down how to practice gratitude with a brave heart.  Full Show Notes: https://www.brilliantside.com/062

This episode covers some actionable strategies a person can use in order to reduce (and even eliminate) their fear of flying. I talk about what works, what doesn't, and what can actually make the phobia even worse. I share a story a listener sent in as well as my own experience with a fear of flying and how I overcame it.  Full show notes: https://www.brilliantside.com/061

What to do when you have a relationship in your life that is absolutely draining? This episode goes into the best strategies for dealing with the toxic people in your life. Whether it be a really negative coworker, an ex romantic relationship, or a family member who is too judgmental.  Full Show Notes: https://www.brilliantside.com/060

Self affirmations is the process of repeating phrases to yourself in order to change your brain. The theory goes if you tell yourself you are a 'strong person' with lots of 'self discipline' then it will help you develop those qualities. But does that really work? This episode I talk about the successes and pitfalls of self affirmations based on science and experience.  Full show notes: https://www.brilliantside.com/059

What if you have a full time job that takes all of your energy yet you want to pursue a hobby you are interested in? Every day you come home with the intention to practice your hobby, but you are so tired you just end up plopping on the couch and watching TV instead.  In today's episode I talk about ways you can gain more energy and motivation to do your hobby even if you work a full time job and go to school. Full Show Notes: https://www.brilliantside.com/058

It's easy to get overwhelmed trying to create 'life balance'. But what if by trying to create balance you were really holding yourself back from all you could achieve while at the same time avoiding what can create a lasting sense of stability in your life? In this episode I talk about eliminating the inessential things from your life in a way to create more freedom, time, and resources to spend on what really matters. Full Show Notes: https://www.brilliantside.com/057

The case for willpower is a good one. Have unlimited self discipline, accomplish your goals easily, never be tempted by things that aren't good for you. But the thing is... willpower doesn't work. Or at least, it's not very reliable. In this episode I unveil the secret to success without using willpower, and how you can make logical changes in your life in order to avoid failure.  Full Show Notes: https://www.brilliantside.com/056

Anxiety can make you hands shake, raise your heart rate, make you feel sick to your stomach, or cause other physical symptoms that are NO fun! In this episode I talk about a few mental strategies you can use if you are having a panic attack, the shakes, or other symptoms of stress and anxiety. If you have a loved one in your life that suffers from anxiety you will also benefit from this episode. Full Show Notes: https://www.brilliantside.com/dealing-with-the-physical-symptoms-of-anxiety-sub-055/