In Your Right Mind with Monique Rhodes

When we are experiencing stress, it isn't easy to think effectively. There's one quality that we can bring into our mind at this time that will make all of the difference. 

How do we define success? When I work with people, often, the goal is the finish line. Interestingly, they eventually find the finish line deeply unsatisfying.

I was taught a simple strategy to help me do well in all sorts of situations. This is what I am going to teach you today. 

Time Magazine just announced its Person of the Year. I want to say - are you joking me? I've got a much better suggestion as to who is the Person of the Year. 

What does it feel like when one of your children wants to do something, and you are afraid for their safety? I answer this question in today's podcast. 

It's easy to get caught up with work and jobs and things we need to get done, and it's harder to remember that this is not all that life is about. 

How often do we expect big results from short bursts of effort? In this episode, I explore why true progress isn't about intensity but about consistency. I'll share how small, daily actions—repeated over time—are what truly lead to mastery and transformation.

Today I am going to teach you something important. It is a vital mindset shift - a mindset shift around our idea of separation. 

What if it's not someone's behavior, but your fear of their behavior, that's causing the most pain? In this episode, I explore how anticipatory fear—our habit of bracing for harm—often hurts us more than the situation itself. I'll share how becoming conscious of this pattern can be a powerful first step toward freedom and peace.

We are masters of multitasking activities, and we are also masters of multitasking in our minds. Unfortunately, both of these activities significantly affect our ability to function.

What does it really mean to be rich? In this episode, we explore the true nature of wealth—beyond bank accounts and job titles. Through powerful stories of personal change and global experiences, Monique invites us to shift our understanding of richness from external success to inner fulfillment. Discover how emotional balance, simple living, deep relationships, and meaningful work can redefine wh...

Have you ever confused compassion with pity? In this episode, I explore what compassion truly is—a willingness to feel another's suffering and be moved to ease it. We'll look at how to soften our hearts instead of turning away, and why this practice transforms not only how we treat others but also how we treat ourselves. The world needs more compassion, and it begins with us.

I get asked this question often. Here is the answer. 

How do we discover true freedom in a world that teaches us to hold on tightly? In this episode, I explore how letting go—not clinging—can lead to greater peace, resilience, and love. Join me as we examine how life's challenges can shape us, not break us, and how surrendering our fear allows the deeper goodness within us to emerge. If you'd like to go deeper into this work, visit iintendtobehappy.c...

All sorts of random things happen in our lives. The way we relate to these unexpected occurrences can be life-changing. 

How often do we confuse sacrifice for love? In this episode, I explore the difference between giving from a place of fear and giving from a place of genuine love. I'll share how early patterns of seeking approval can shape our actions and why it's crucial to recognize when we're overextending ourselves for validation.

Can a simple act of imagination make you happier? In today's episode, I share a quiet practice that opens your heart and reconnects you with the humanity all around you. When we begin to see strangers as real people—full of their own joys and struggles—we soften. We become more generous. And without even realizing it, we start to feel less alone. Join me for this gentle invitation to extend love i...

Today I answer a question on knee jerk reactions. How can we detach from the emotions that cause them?

….die young. I don't know if that's true, but when someone we love passes away, it brings everything important into focus. 

What if the key to happiness isn't found in focusing on ourselves, but in how we care for others? In this episode, I explore why true happiness comes from compassion, generosity, and connection—not from grasping or self-serving pursuits. I'll share how shifting from self-centered happiness to compassionate happiness can transform not only your life but the lives of those around you.

What if the challenges in your life were actually guideposts, pointing you toward what you truly want? In this episode, I explore how difficult situations can bring clarity by highlighting what's not working and helping you envision what could be better. I'll share how to use these moments as opportunities to create a life aligned with your values and desires.

Do your relaxation habits actually restore you—or leave you feeling drained? In this episode, I explore how easy it is to fall into digital rabbit holes that offer the illusion of rest but leave us depleted. I'll share why passive scrolling isn't the break we think it is and how we can reclaim our time in ways that truly nourish our minds and hearts.

Whether it is Thanksgiving in your country or not, today's podcast is a beautiful reminder of the power of gratitude. And I have a fun little challenge for everyone at the end. 

In today's podcast, I answer a question from one of my students. She is struggling to connect with her inner voice. I give her a strategy to help her.