Brains 'R' Us

What if a single skill could unlock the answer to nearly every problem you face? In this foundational episode, you’ll hear Centerpointe founder Bill Harris's classic wisdom on the one ingredient behind all lasting change: awareness . Awareness creates choice—about how you feel, how you behave, who and what you attract, and the meaning you give to everything that happens. And once you have a re...

When martial artist Tristan Truscott collapsed on his dojo floor and couldn't get back up, he had no idea it would be the beginning of a five-year journey that would transform his life - and eventually help thousands heal from chronic pain. In this powerful episode of Brains 'R' Us, host MaryEllen Tribby sits down with Tristan and Sabrina Truscott, co-founders of the Satori Method , to...

Have you ever had a conversation where the other person heard every word you said... but completely missed what you actually meant? It's frustrating - and it's more common than you might think. In this episode of Brains 'R' Us, Ryan Standifird explores the powerful difference between hearing and truly listening — and why compassionate listening might be the single most important sk...

"Only by killing your ego can you achieve enlightenment." That's what the guru said. But is destroying your ego really the path to peace, happiness, and spiritual awakening — or is there a better way? In this thought-provoking episode, Centerpointe's Marc Gilson challenges the popular spiritual notion that the ego is the enemy. Drawing from his own experience at a meditation retr...

What if the anger, stress, and resentment you feel aren't actually caused by the things happening to you… but by your resistance to them? In this powerful episode, late Centerpointe Founder Bill Harris unpacks the first of his 9 Principles of Conscious Living: Let Whatever Happens Be Okay. It's a deceptively simple idea that has the power to transform how you experience every situation in...

What does it take to raise children who will thrive in adulthood? In this heartfelt episode, Centerpointe CEO MaryEllen Tribby shares a powerful story that began with her daughter Mikaela's final college softball game - a nail-biting NCAA playoff that ended in heartbreak - and transformed into a profound lesson about what truly matters in parenting. Through the lens of this emotional moment, M...

Ever wonder why some days your emotions feel like they're all over the place? One moment you're calm, the next you're anxious or frustrated – and it seems like you have no control over the rollercoaster. In this episode of Brains 'R' Us, Mind Power Managing Editor Ryan Standifird dives into groundbreaking neuroscience research that's finally revealing exactly how emotions a...

What happens when a 21-year-old with $200 in his bank account decides to email the owner of a multi-million-dollar personal development company and ask to buy it? 🚀 In this electrifying conversation, MaryEllen Tribby sits down with Themiya Rashmin — the new CEO of Inspire3 (one of Centerpointe's longtime partners in transforming minds) — for a story that proves how fast life can pivot when yo...

Step inside a fascinating imaginary museum where the greatest minds in history are preserved - and discover something remarkable: your brain is no different from theirs . In this thought-provoking episode, Marc Gilson, Centerpointe's Director of Client Services and Product Development, takes you on a journey through an imaginary collection of history's most brilliant brains. From Mozart&#3...

What if your deepest trauma could become your greatest catalyst for transformation? In this powerful episode of Brains 'R' Us, host MaryEllen Tribby sits down with internationally acclaimed energy medicine healer Jennifer McLean to explore how unresolved trauma can be healed and transformed into personal empowerment. Jennifer, creator of the Spontaneous Transformation Technique (STT) and h...

What if accepting life's impermanence could set you free instead of weighing you down? In this powerful episode, Centerpointe Founder Bill Harris tackles one of humanity's deepest struggles: our resistance to the temporary nature of everything - including ourselves. When a listener writes in worried that awareness of impermanence is preventing him from enjoying happiness, Bill responds wit...

What if the simplest words held the greatest power to transform your life? In this episode of Brains 'R' Us , Centerpointe CEO MaryEllen Tribby explains how four-letter words shape our reality, relationships, and self-perception.  MaryEllen reveals how the language we use daily creates our worldview - from childhood through adulthood - and why certain powerful words remain locked away in o...

What if your home could be the secret to unlocking your dreams? In this transformative interview by Centerpointe CEO MaryEllen Tribby, world-renowned Feng Shui master Marie Diamond reveals how your living space is more than just four walls - it's a quantum mirror reflecting your subconscious mind back to you. Marie shares her remarkable journey from a life-changing near-death experience at age...

What if the secret to overcoming life's biggest challenges isn't just about working harder or being smarter - but about thinking more creatively? In this episode Ryan Standifird explores groundbreaking research from Ohio State University that reveals how creativity training can double your problem-solving abilities and dramatically improve your resilience. Ryan breaks down the surprising science s...

Discover the transformative Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku, or "forest bathing," and learn how simply being present in nature can profoundly impact your mental and physical wellbeing. In this episode, Marc Gilson explores the science-backed benefits of forest bathing - a practice that requires no hiking, special equipment, or extreme wilderness adventures. Drawing from research by the...

In this episode, Centerpointe Founder Bill Harris breaks down his deceptively simple 6-step formula for achieving anything you want in life. Spoiler alert: successful people don't have it all figured out either. Discover why: Thomas Edison's 10,000 "failures" were actually his path to success Taking imperfect action beats waiting for the perfect plan every single time Your mistak...

What if the difference between breaking and surviving comes down to one simple quality… flexibility? In this powerful and personal episode, Yoga Master Gregg Hendrix shares the remarkable story of two serious accidents that changed his understanding of the body, the mind, and life itself. Through his recovery and years of practicing yoga, Gregg discovered that flexibility isn’t just physical. It’s...

Today’s episode features ADHD coach, author, and advocate Brooke Schnittman. Join MaryEllen and Brooke as they dive into the real challenges and hidden strengths of living with ADHD, the role of compassion in parenting neurodivergent kids, and the practical tools that help turn overwhelm into empowerment. This is an insightful, heartfelt conversation you won’t want to miss! Learn more about Brooke...

We’re often told that the answer to life’s struggles is to “stay positive.” But what if that advice is actually getting in the way of real healing? In this episode, Marc Gilson shares a deeply honest reflection on why it’s not only normal but necessary to acknowledge the times when you’re not okay. Drawing from his early years as a life coach and decades of experience at Centerpointe, Marc explain...

Big goals can feel overwhelming especially when they sit on your shoulders like an elephant. In this episode, Ryan Standifird shares a simple but powerful metaphor for making meaningful progress without burning out. You’ll learn why the size of your goal isn’t the problem, how consistency keeps progress from “regenerating,” and why taking small, intentional bites is often the fastest way forward....

Why do we keep getting results we don’t want… even when we’re trying so hard to change? In this episode, Bill Harris breaks down the hidden mechanics of self sabotage and reveals how unconscious beliefs quietly shape your life from the inside out. You’ll explore ten powerful principles that explain why beliefs formed early in life can drive failure, stress, and unhappiness and how the very same me...

Today’s conversation features author, meditation teacher, and social visionary Fleet Maull, PhD. Join MaryEllen and Fleet as they explore the power of radical responsibility, what it means to “hold your seat” in the midst of life’s toughest challenges, and how mindfulness and trauma healing can transform not just individuals—, but entire communities. This is an inspiring and eye-opening episode yo...

What if the biggest difference between success and struggle comes down to one simple skill… focus? In this episode, MaryEllen Tribby shares a powerful and deeply personal essay on how what you focus on shapes your results. You’ll discover the brain science behind focus, including the role of the Reticular Activating System, and why your mind naturally scans for whatever you give your attention to,...

Meditation is often praised for what it gives… calm, clarity, inner peace. But what if its real power lies in what it takes away? In this episode, we’ll explore five things meditation quietly strips from your life, including self-centeredness, laziness, anger, impatience, and the stories you tell about who you are. With honesty, humor, and depth, you’ll discover why meditation isn’t always comfort...

What if the way you experience life isn’t reality itself, but a map your brain has created? In this episode, you’ll discover the powerful concept of your Internal Map of Reality - the unconscious filters, beliefs, and mental habits that shape how you think, feel, and act. You’ll learn how deletion, distortion, and generalization quietly influence your perceptions, why deeply held beliefs tend to f...