Monday Mindset

Episode #287 In this episode, we explore why “work–life balance” might be the wrong goal, and how shifting to work–life integration can make every part of life more engaging, creative, and even fun. Inspired by Dr. Ellen Langer, we dive into reframing stress, embracing uncertainty, and finding joy in challenge. The Power of Mindset: How Your Thoughts Transform Your Physical Health & Why Embrac...

Episode #286 Revisiting a topic from a previous episode, Terri again shares how you can improve your recall of things like names and lists by using your creative skills to link them to visual imagery. Stop relying on rote memorization and light up your mind by making meaning of the things you want to remember. Terri shares  Kwik Brain: Increase Your Memory by 76% With This Simple Memory Technique....

Episode #285 Curiosity isn’t a weakness — it’s the key to change. In this episode, Daisy shares Dr. Ellen Langer’s insights on letting go of certainty, questioning mindless rules, and noticing what’s really happening so life becomes richer, lighter, and more intentional. The Power of Mindset: How Your Thoughts Transform Your Physical Health & Why Embracing Uncertainty Is The Key To Wellbeing w...

Episode #284 Have you ever been told you are a picky eater? Do you dislike bitter tastes? In this episode, Terri shares some interesting things she has learned about our sense of taste and smell. You might enjoy listening to the entire episode of  Re:Thinking with Adam Grant  that was originally titled  The science of taste and smell with Rachel Herz. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pwzapc0O5Nw&am...

Episode #283 This week, Daisy shares an episode from one of her favourite podcasts - Kwik Brain. Having talked about physical fitness in so many episodes, this episode caught her eye - 8 Step Mental Fitness Routine. Jim Kwik offers us 8 mini workouts for our brain/mind that we can all try out straight away.  https://youtu.be/xxc-36qXDVU?si=1m0FTnWb3sEe1kOr Please consider helping us make more epis...

Episode #282 If you have ever felt like your mind is on a worry treadmill, there is a well-known strategy that can help you regain control of your peace of mind and manage your worry. In this episode, Terri harks back to her days as a therapist and shares one of her favorite tools she taught so many of her clients. Worry postponement is an easy to learn step you can practice to free yourself from...

Episode #281 This week, Daisy shares some of her dog-walk musings about different ways to think about a 'Monday Mindset.' Please consider helping us make more episodes by supporting Daisy on Patreon. https://bit.ly/MondayMindsetPatreon If you have enjoyed listening to this episode , please leave us a review on iTunes or whichever platform you listen on. It really helps new people hear abou...

Episode #280 In this week’s episode, Terri expresses a long time question she has sought answers to…and finally found some insight about in an episode of  Chasing Life with Dr. Sanjay Gupta:   Here’s Why You May Be a Mosquito Magnet. https://www.cnn.com/audio/podcasts/chasing-life/episodes/9bf82776-cd37-11ef-b277-8763990b58f9 Please consider helping us make more episodes by supporting Daisy on Pat...

Episode #279 We all know how to walk… or do we?  This week, Daisy is back to talk about feet. Again! Tune in to find out about how to improve your walking technique. Not only that, but how you can significantly increase the benefits you get from going for a walk by adopting a Japanese walking practice called IWT. YouTube Videos: Xero Shoes Channel The Natural Way to Walk https://youtu.be/k2TfeNnYa...

Episode #278 In this week’s episode, Terri shares a brief look at the history about seed oils to allow folks to decide for themselves whether they view them as harmless or potentially concerning. She shares from  Everything Everywhere Daily: Seed Oils. https://everything-everywhere.com/seed-oils/ Please consider helping us make more episodes by supporting Daisy on Patreon. https://bit.ly/MondayMin...

Episode #277 This week, Daisy shares her experience (and some bits and pieces from podcasts) of using a vibration plate. They seem to be popular at the moment with some new twists and hugely elevated prices but Daisy just dug her basic one out of storage and has been giving it a go. Tune in to find out what benefits she has found. YouTube Links: Dr Tyna Moore Ep 115: Whole Body Vibrational Plate T...

Episode #276 In this week’s episode, Terri shares some Kwik tips on creating a morning routine that jumpstarts your brain and sets you up for a day with better focus, mental energy, and direction. She shares these from  Kwik Brain Podcast: 30 Minute Morning Brain Routine with Jim Kwik. https://www.jimkwik.com/podcasts/30-minute-morning-brain-routine-with-jim-kwik/ Please consider helping us make m...

Episode #275 This week, Daisy shares a mix of bits and bobs she found on YouTube and Google about the benefits of grounding and walking barefoot. LINKS: Coach Amy’s video on Grounding/Earthing https://youtube.com/shorts/QtTx3Bx6zLk Health benefits of walking barefoot The Yoga Institute https://youtu.be/E76zqzljobI?si=Dohs_9C-A1ZOT4aQ How barefoot training heals the body Strength Side https://youtu...

While Daisy and Terri take a summer break, we hope you will enjoy a replay of half of the episodes (it turns out they recorded 8 in total!) discussing Brené Brown’s book, Atlas of the Heart . Episode #274 (#104) It happens to all of us—we don’t succeed, do poorly, don’t meet expectations, or make a mistake. The resulting experiences of shame, guilt, humiliation, and embarrassment can either be suc...

While Daisy and Terri take a summer break, we hope you will enjoy a replay of half of the episodes (it turns out they recorded 8 in total!) discussing Brené Brown’s book, Atlas of the Heart . Episode #273 (#103) How do you connect with someone who is struggling and help them with their pain? It is all too easy to fall into one of the empathy near misses. We’ve all experienced them, so how can we d...

While Daisy and Terri take a summer break, we hope you will enjoy a replay of half of the episodes (it turns out they recorded 8 in total!) discussing Brené Brown’s book, Atlas of the Heart . Episode #272 (#102) In our second week in  a series of episodes (don’t know how many yet!) discussing Brené Brown’s new book, Atlas of the Heart. Terri joins in with a discussion of the issues with social com...

While Daisy and Terri take a summer break, we hope you will enjoy a replay of half of the episodes (it turns out they recorded 8 in total!) discussing Brené Brown’s book, Atlas of the Heart . Episode #271 (#101) This is the start of a series of episodes (don’t know how many yet!) discussing Brené Brown’s new book, Atlas of the Heart.  Daisy kicks us off with a dive into the first chapter and share...

Episode #270 This week, Daisy and Terri have a quick catch-up before taking some time out for a summer break. Never fear though, the episodes will keep coming in the form of some replays. Have a wonderful rest of your summer. 💛 Please consider helping us make more episodes by supporting Daisy on Patreon. https://bit.ly/MondayMindsetPatreon If you have enjoyed listening to this episode , please le...

Episode #269 In this week’s episode, Terri shares some Kwik tips on helping yourself to remember what you need to hold onto while listening to audio books or podcasts. She shares from  Kwik Brain Podcast: How To Memorize Information When You can’t Write it Down. https://www.jimkwik.com/podcasts/how-to-memorize-information-when-you-cant-write-it-down-with-jim-kwik/ Please consider helping us make m...

Episode #268 This week, Daisy shares a book she listened to recently called The Sober Diaries by Clare Pooley. She found the book entertaining, inspirational, and educational. What’s not to like?! Anyone about to embark on the challenge of giving up an addiction for the first or umpteenth time will find this book useful and helpful, especially, of course, if that addiction is alcohol.  You can fin...

Episode #267 In this week’s episode, Terri shares about the ways to help reset and rebalance your dopamine levels so that you are less driven by this happy chemical that costs you so much energy, time, and progress toward goals. She shares the second class from  Try This: How to reset your brain’s reward system. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JgTs6BAZ5dY&list=PL8QBkS_wk32XgA4USPAt7AhxydGSiFl5...

Episode #266 This week, Daisy shares an episode from the Diary of a CEO Podcast about the importance of foot health. The Foot Specialist: Your Toes Can Predict If You’ll Die Early! This Will Fix Plantar Fasciitis! https://youtu.be/CMzEnLkS2rQ?si=5dC6sQvDaWPYU4e7 Please consider helping us make more episodes by supporting Daisy on Patreon. https://bit.ly/MondayMindsetPatreon If you have enjoyed lis...

Episode #265 This week, Daisy and Terri follow up on their updates from a couple of weeks ago. Please consider helping us make more episodes by supporting Daisy on Patreon. https://bit.ly/MondayMindsetPatreon If you have enjoyed listening to this episode , please leave us a review on iTunes or whichever platform you listen on. It really helps new people hear about the podcast. Connect with and fol...

Episode #264 In this week’s episode, Terri shares about the feel good chemical of dopamine and how our constant seeking of it through our use of devices can lead to a deficit. She shares the first of four classes from  Try This: This is Your Brain on Dopamine. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rvSaumNaszc&list=PL8QBkS_wk32XgA4USPAt7AhxydGSiFl5-&index=23 The Diary of a CEO Podcast episode Dai...

Episode #263 This week, Daisy shares an episode from the Diary of a CEO Podcast about the impact alcohol has on our physical and metal health, as well as some really interesting insights about how we think about addiction and the language we use to describe it. The Dopamine Doctor: What Alcohol Is Doing To Our Brains! Control Your Dopamine! https://youtu.be/Fg7U-BhiZGE?si=73fuf9gAP2WCqguO Please c...