Ungraduated Living

Quality rest is essential for mental wellbeing. Life can be so busy. However, most people simply do not make the time for pause. Sometimes the best advice is to simply, "Just Breathe."  Today we look at Mark 6:32 "All right," Jesus said, "It's time for a break. Come away, just you, and we'll go somewhere lonely and private." In times like these that we are living through now, this can be some of t...

Today we take one more look at Colossians 3:15: "Let the king's peace be the deciding factor in your hearts; that's what you were called to, within the one body. And be thankful." No matter how much practice we get with mindset and awareness, in this modern life we are most likely going to have to deal with people. And often, these people are quick to judge, give opinions without request, or even...

When it comes to life and mindset, negotiation is not something that is often thought of. Yet, it is apart of our daily lives almost routinely. At home we have to negotiate with our loved ones and when it comes to work, we are negotiating all the time. And it's not just simply about job opportunities and money - it goes far deeper than that.  In this episode with Negotiation Coach and Speaker, Sus...

"Let the king's peace be the deciding factor in your hearts; that's what you were called to, within the one body. And be thankful." Colossians 3:15 One of the best things about being human is our ability "to choose."  Even when life deals us a bad hand or throws us many curveballs, it is how we respond that matters.  Today we look at the perspective of "being with peace" and how that mindset keeps...

"For the body, indeed, is not one member, but many." 1st Corinthians 12:14 Though we are connected, we are each unique. We have the gift to improve not only ourselves, but the people that surround us in life. What better way to live that to know that while you are improving yourself, you are also taking people along with you. Today we look at our many differences and how to respect those positions...

"I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; that I know very well." Psalm 139:14 Let us not be influenced through the whims of society. When we discover our truest authentic selves, we get to write our own story over having it dictated to us from others. We all have something special and unique to give to the world.  Today we take a look at what it really mean...

"What use will it be, otherwise, if you win the whole world but forfeit your true life? What will you give to get your life back?" Matthew 16:26 The world is filled with ego and people that want to see you agree with them and live like them. Despite the many labels that society places upon us, we have the ability to choose how we see ourselves. Today we take a look at the two most powerful words i...

"Do not eat the bread of the stingy, do not desire their delicacies; for like a hair in the throat, so are they. Eat and drink they say to you; but they do not mean it." Proverbs 23: 6-7 Chances are you've heard the phrase, "As a man thinks, so he becomes."  Today we discuss intent around giving and receiving. Becoming a person that gives without expecting back builds up your heart. The  Universal...

Are you done being the captive to doubt, despair, and fear? Perhaps you're wondering when it's your turn to experience happiness and joy. Do you experience anger or outrage due to your life situations?  All of us at one point or another in our lives feel discouragement, loneliness, or even depression and anxiety which can haunt our innermost thoughts.  Thankfully - there are answers to these life...

"A cheerful heart is a good medicine, but a downcast spirit dries up the bones." Proverbs 17:22 Believe it or not we are wired to be optimists. Chances are, if you are a pessimist, something in your upbringing or life experiences influenced you to believe that way. Seeing the glass half full doesn't just feel better, your body and mind will reap the benefits as well. Today we discuss the importanc...

"Let the heavens be glad, and let the earth rejoice; let the sea roar, and all that fills it; let the field exult, and everything in it. Then shall all the trees of the forest sing for joy." Psalm 96: 11-12 We're all adults - but that doesn't mean we don't deserve play time and fun! Today we discuss why laughter and having fun is the cheapest and easiest vitamin for a happy and successful life.

"A glad heart makes a cheerful countenance." Proverbs 15:13 We've probably all heard that smiling can literally reframe our thoughts and mood. Not only is it good for you and your mindset, but also for those that you associate with. Today we discuss Smiling and making more of an effort to smile and bring smiles into the lives of others for the better of all. 

"For the rest, my dear family, these are the things you should think through: whatever is true, whatever is holy, whatever is upright, whatever is pure, whatever is attractive, whatever has a good reputation; anything virtuous, anything praise worthy." Philippians 4:8 Ever see a car on the road that you want over and over? It's the power of influence and focus in our minds. When you don't dwell on...

"I call heaven and earth to witness against you today that I have set before you life and death, blessings and curses. Choose life, so that you and your descendants may live. Deuteronomy 30:19 The choices we make impact our health, mental wellness, and others in our lives. Today we look at the Power of Choice and how it impacts our lives through every decision we make.

Despite what most pessimistic viewpoints say about happiness, you can live a life that is abundant, happy, joyous, and free. It takes a shift of mindset and some focus, but you can live a life worth living each day after you frame up the right perspective necessary. Remember, our brains are always changing through neuroplasticity.  In this episode I bring on the author of the best selling book "Ha...

We like the thought of winning, but do we really believe that we will prevail over life's challenges? How do we believe that we can make things change? It starts in our minds as well as in our belief systems and thought processes. It's easy to think that thoughts are nothing more than just "things." Many don't understand that our thoughts impact our mental wellness , state of health, and the quali...

"After all, the spirit given to us by God isn't a fearful spirit; it's a spirit of power, love, and prudence." 2nd Timothy  1:7 When we give "prudence" (sound mind) to our higher selves, we can face whatever life throws at us. We can begin to believe that "we are enough."

For the third and final day we take one more look at Romans 12:2. "What's more, don't let yourselves be squeezed into the shape dictated by the present age. Instead, be transformed by the renewing of your minds, so that you can work out what God's will is - what is good, acceptable, and complete." Our mind are build through our experiences. The filter that we view the world through adds to our exp...

We can change our lives for better or worse through how we frame our mindset. Regardless of where we find ourselves in life at the current moment, we can change for better or worse. How do you define "character?" As our brains change through our thoughts, we are defining ourselves and our character one day at a time. Today we look at Romans 12:2 once more for a closer glance of what it means to li...

Neuro-plasticity is a real thing. Our brains morph and change according to our beliefs and the environment that we live through. What we permit our brains to think, the thoughts and the choices that we make with our minds, without a doubt will change the neuro-plasticity and structure of our brains - for better or for worse. Beginning our life of improvement starts with paying attention to where o...

It is always hard when we lose a loved one in life. Even more so when the loss comes suddenly and unexpectedly. Like many in life, this was the case for Lalo Contreras, as he unexpected lost his little brother from an unfortunate situation involving a domestic dispute. Lalo is doing his best to cope and process the scenario that unfolded back in July of 2020. He feels that the local police haven't...

In this episode we take a listen to some listener comments about December's question of the month: What was it that caused your initial personal or spiritual awakening?  We are all on our unique personal journeys. Some people really begin to reflect as they face life's challenges, sadly some never do. In this episode we have four unique stories of inner reflection, perseverance, strength, and awar...

We all know and hear how mental wellness is more important than ever, especially in light of the current world environment and uncertainty.  In this episode I discuss how to frame up the mindset to most beneficially deal with stress, anxiety, and depression with one of the best in the business - Therapist Mandy Morris. We get into discussion around: - dealing with abuse (physical and mental) - fin...

Most people hear the term spirituality and assume it must mean religion. It certainly can pertain to religion, but in my view, spirituality is however you connect to a higher power, your higher self, or other higher level of consciousness. In this episode I bring on John Lee to discuss his perspectives on spirituality. John Lee is the founder of https://custommobile.app/. were he builds custom bra...

Many of us can relate to feeling lost at times in life. We can often feel lost around our purpose, the many different challenges that life presents in front of us, and even in our personal relationships. These are just a few of the reasons we need to begin to seek answers within ourselves and begin to "feel" our way through life rather than waiting for external forces to pull us where we hope to g...