In Your Right Mind with Monique Rhodes

I talk about my 4 year old niece a lot here because she is such a source of joy and learning for me. As many of you know she is very sick right now in hospital. 

Why do so many apologies fall flat—and how can we do better? In this episode, I share a four-step approach to saying sorry in a way that's thoughtful, honest, and healing. I'll explore how true apologies strengthen relationships by acknowledging what happened, how it felt, why it occurred, and what we'll do differently.

It can be easy for us to put the focus on ourselves and worry about what others think. Maybe it's time for us to lighten up a little. 

How do you respond when life feels overwhelming? In this episode, I explore how difficult moments can be powerful opportunities for growth, courage, and empathy. I'll share how becoming more conscious of our reactions helps us stay grounded, kind, and open—even in distress.

Often we don't get things right. We sometimes have days where we act far from the kind and loving person we want to be. How can you manage these days without getting down on yourself?

What do you do when anxiety suddenly takes over? In this episode, I explore a simple yet powerful tool to calm your mind and body in moments of stress: your breath. I'll share how slowing down your breathing can help you regain control and create space for clarity, even in the middle of a hectic day.

How do you face your fears without letting them consume you? In this episode, I explore why sitting with our fears—rather than pushing them away or spreading them to others—can be the key to moving through them. I'll share a powerful process for working with fear, from quiet self-reflection to writing as a tool for clarity.

What if the greatest gift you could give the people you love isn't your time, your advice, or even your presence—but your happiness? In this episode, I explore why your own joy is the most powerful offering you can make to the world. I'll share how learning to be happy isn't selfish—it's deeply generous. And I'll show you how taking responsibility for your own wellbeing ripples out in ways that up...

For some of us, we tend to have a passive attitude to our lives. We want things to change, yet we may not feel we have to step into that change. 

How do we create a more peaceful world when everything around us feels divided? In this episode, I explore the idea that the state of our inner world is reflected in the outer one. If we want less anger, less conflict, and more peace, it has to begin within us. I'll share why shifting our mindset, softening our attachments, and choosing to live with calm and compassion can ripple out into our fami...

What if every challenge in your life was actually a sacred invitation to wake up? In this episode, I explore how the obstacles we face can be powerful teachers that help us shift from unconscious habits to conscious awareness. Discover how embracing your sacred inner space can bring clarity, reduce suffering, and foster transformation. Learn why waking up—moment by moment—is the key to lasting hap...

What if happiness isn't found in big milestones, but in small, everyday moments? In this episode, I explore how true joy comes from noticing and appreciating the little things that make up our lives. I'll share how shifting your mindset from waiting for happiness to actively seeing it can transform the way you experience each day. 

What if the key to a happier life is simply letting go? In this episode, I explore how our attachments to emotions, expectations, and outcomes create unnecessary suffering. I'll share how allowing life's waves—both stormy and sunny—to come and go without resistance can bring peace and spaciousness.

What if the real challenge isn't other people, but how we handle our own emotions? In this episode, I explore why difficult feelings arise in us and how learning to sit with them—rather than lashing out or shutting down—can transform our relationships and inner peace. I'll share how meditation and self-awareness can help us navigate emotional triggers with more clarity and control.

What if the greatest wisdom comes not from knowing, but from leaving space for the unknown? In this episode, I explore how embracing uncertainty allows for growth, curiosity, and deeper understanding—both of ourselves and others. I'll share why resisting the urge to label and define everything can create more openness and possibility in our lives.

What if your happiness had nothing to do with your circumstances—and everything to do with your mind? In this episode, I explore how learning to work with your thoughts, especially during challenging moments, is the most powerful path to peace. I'll share why meditation is essential not just when life is calm, but when it's stormy.

How often do you feel like you're not enough just as you are? In this episode, I explore the transformative power of self-acceptance and why embracing all parts of yourself—flaws and all—is key to finding peace and happiness. I'll share why letting go of the need to prove yourself can create a profound sense of relief and open you up to living fully.

Are we too quick to label things as right or wrong, good or bad? In this episode, I explore the richness that exists between the extremes—the space where real connection, understanding, and growth happen. I'll share how stepping away from rigid thinking and embracing the in-between allows us to see each other, and ourselves, more fully. If you'd like to go deeper into this work, visit iintendtobeh...

Holding onto things causes us suffering. We know that. But letting go is not easy. However, there is a way to practice it regularly to become a more effortless skill in your life. 

What if the most loving, perfect part of you has always been there—just hidden beneath the clouds? In this episode, I explore how our habits, beliefs, and early experiences obscure our true nature, and how mindfulness and daily practice help us reconnect with who we really are.

If someone hurts us, the inclination is to close down. Unfortunately, the only person that hurts is us.

In a world where answers sit at our fingertips, we risk forgetting the deeper power of questions. In this episode, I explore why rushing to fix, explain, or advise often shuts down connection—while curiosity opens it up. When we ask with presence instead of telling with certainty, we create intimacy, trust, and space for others to hear their own wisdom. If you've ever wondered how to truly support...

What does it mean to keep a sense of magic alive in our everyday lives? In this episode, I share a story about playing the Tooth Fairy for my niece and even for my puppy, Scamp, and how that simple act opened a doorway back into wonder. We'll look at the moment when many of us lose our belief in magic, how our minds become locked into a flat, material reality, and why it matters to stay open to po...

I know, I've said the V Word. What one earth am I going to say here? You'd better come and listen. 

What happens when we become afraid of fear itself? In this episode, I explore how our reluctance to admit vulnerability can fuel stress, anger, and disconnection. We'll look at why so many of us try to master every situation instead of simply acknowledging, "I'm afraid," and how that avoidance keeps us stuck. Together, we'll talk about the power of facing fear honestly, allowing change, and using...