In this podcast episode, Dawn McMillan explores the concept of embracing our unique preferences and desires without judgment or the need for validation from others. She discusses the pressure to conform and the deep-seated shame that often drives us to seek approval. Dawn encourages listeners to let go of the belief that their preferences are superior or better than others and to embrace their true selves. She emphasizes the importance of finding peace and alignment within oneself and making choices based on what feels true and authentic, regardless of societal norms or expectations.Keywordsin ..read more

Summary The podcast episode discusses the concept of friction and how it can hinder productivity and well-being. Friction refers to the internal and external obstacles that prevent us from taking action. The internal friction comes from our brain's preference for conserving energy, while external friction refers to the number of steps or obstacles between us and our desired outcome. The episode suggests strategies to overcome friction, such as setting timers, removing friction from desired activities, and adding friction to undesired activities. The host emphasizes the importance of giving ou ..read more

In this episode, Dawn explores the idea of not needing to excel at everything and gives permission to be average or mediocre at some things. She discusses the pressure of our achievement-based culture and the conditioning that many of us have to be the best at everything. Dawn encourages listeners to focus on their zone of genius and strive for mastery in one or two areas, while allowing themselves to be average or even bad at other things. She emphasizes the importance of finding joy and freeing up energy by letting go of the need to excel in every aspect of life. Keywords achievement culture ..read more

Summary In this episode, Dawn discusses how emotions are contagious and how we can be influenced by the emotions of others. She emphasizes the importance of asking ourselves if the emotions we are experiencing belong to us or if we have caught them from someone else. Dawn also explores the connection between our beliefs and our bodily sensations, and how we can choose to shift our attention to better feeling thoughts. She shares techniques for relaxing the body to provide emotional relief and encourages listeners to make decisions from a place of relaxation and openness. Please be sure to sha ..read more

I am so grateful you shared time with me! Here are some suggested mantras: Mindvalley Blog A couple of chants from me: "Gratitude. Grateful. Thank you. Thankful." "I love. I forgive. I bless. I release." Please be sure to share this info with at least one other person. It lets them know that you were thinking of them, and that you wish them lasting wellbeing. Where to give your 5 Star Review: Apple Podcasts ; Spotify Engage with/Support the podcast here ? My top ten podcast award! https://blog.feedspot.com/mental_wellness_podcasts/ YWCA is on a mission to end racism and uplift women. Please gi ..read more

How we experience reality, how that creates pleasure or pain, and what beliefs lurk below other beliefs and cause suffering. This episode references the the podcast Philosophize This and the philosopher Slavoj Zizek. I am so grateful you shared time with me! Please be sure to share this info with at least one other person. It lets them know that you were thinking of them, and that you wish them lasting wellbeing. Where to give your 5 Star Review: Apple Podcasts ; Spotify Engage with/Support the podcast here ? My top ten podcast award! https://blog.feedspot.com/mental_wellness_podcasts/ YWCA ..read more

I am so grateful you shared time with me! Please be sure to share this info with at least one other person. It lets them know that you were thinking of them, and that you wish them lasting wellbeing. Where to give your 5 Star Review: Apple Podcasts ; Spotify Engage with/Support the podcast here ? My top ten podcast award! https://blog.feedspot.com/mental_wellness_podcasts/ YWCA is on a mission to end racism and uplift women. Please give generously.  Follow Dawn McMillan: https://thedawnmcmillan.com Instagram: @thedawnmcmillan Facebook: @thedawnmcmillan Email: dawnmcmillaninfo@gmail.com ..read more

I am so grateful you shared time with me! Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself Be Your Future Self Now The Courage to Be Disliked Changing the Way You Think Please be sure to share this info with at least one other person. It lets them know that you were thinking of them, and that you wish them lasting wellbeing. Where to give your 5 Star Review: Apple Podcasts ; Spotify Engage with/Support the podcast here ? My top ten podcast award! https://blog.feedspot.com/mental_wellness_podcasts/ YWCA is on a mission to end racism and uplift women. Please give generously.  Follow Dawn McMillan ..read more

I make the analogy that modern life is like boxing and surrender is like ju jitsu. Please be sure to share this info with at least one other person. It lets them know that you were thinking of them, and that you wish them lasting wellbeing. Where to give your 5 Star Review: Apple Podcasts ; Spotify Engage with/Support the podcast here ? My top ten podcast award! https://blog.feedspot.com/mental_wellness_podcasts/ YWCA is on a mission to end racism and uplift women. Please give generously.  Follow Dawn McMillan: https://thedawnmcmillan.com Instagram: @thedawnmcmillan Facebook: @thedawnmcm ..read more

Professor life saved me from being a calamity howler. I am so grateful you shared time with me! Please be sure to share this info with at least one other person. It lets them know that you were thinking of them, and that you wish them lasting wellbeing. Where to give your 5 Star Review: Apple Podcasts ; Spotify Engage with/Support the podcast here ? My top ten podcast award! https://blog.feedspot.com/mental_wellness_podcasts/ YWCA is on a mission to end racism and uplift women. Please give generously.  Follow Dawn McMillan: https://thedawnmcmillan.com Instagram: @thedawnmcmillan Facebook ..read more