Think Different, Do Different

Aleks Taylor

Think Different, DO Different is a weekly podcast for women of faith who are committed to growth & learning to show up as the best version of you! If you've ever felt stuck in unhealthy patterns, overwhelmed by life's demands, or frustrated that your actions don't always align with your goals, you're in the right place. Each week, in bite-sized episodes under 30 minutes, mindset coach Aleks Taylor combines faith, neuroscience, and practical mindset tools to help you renew your thinking, overcome self-sabotaging habits, and create lasting transformation from the inside out.

  1. 11 ago

    011: Set Habits that are TOO EASY to fail

    Ready to start your own growth journey?Click Here > ⁠⁠⁠https://mustardseedminds.com/⁠⁠⁠ to join Mustard Seed Mindset, an online growth membership community for Christian Women! Have a question you want Coach Aleks to answer on the podcast? Email your question to ⁠⁠⁠aleks@mustardseedminds.com⁠⁠⁠ with "Podcast Question" in the Subject Line Interested in 1:1 Coaching?Apply for a FREE private coaching session today by clicking the link below! (New Clients Only) ⁠⁠⁠https://mustardseedminds.com/private-coaching-offer⁠ Episode 11: Habits — Part 2: Healthy habits don't happen by accident—they're built intentionally, one small choice at a time. In this episode, Coach Aleks continues the conversation about habits and explores how to identify the habits that will give you the biggest ROI (return on investment), use habit stacking to make healthy behaviors easier, and keep moving forward even when life—or your body—gets in the way. In this episode, you'll learn: How to identify the highest-ROI habit for your current goals.Why you don't need to change everything at once.How habit stacking makes new habits easier to remember and repeat.How solid habits have helped Coach Aleks continue moving forward through CRPS flare-ups.How to separate your identity and worth from your body, circumstances, or appearance.How to prayerfully examine the beliefs you're carrying about yourself before making big decisions.

    011: Set Habits that are TOO EASY to fail
  2. 28 jul

    009: Why You Keep Quitting Your Goals

    Ready to start your own growth journey?Click Here > ⁠⁠⁠https://mustardseedminds.com/⁠⁠⁠ to join Mustard Seed Mindset, an online growth membership community for Christian Women! Interested in 1:1 Coaching?Apply for a FREE private coaching session today by clicking the link below! (New Clients Only) ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://mustardseedminds.com/private-coaching-offer⁠⁠ Have a question you want Coach Aleks to answer on the podcast? Email your question to ⁠⁠⁠aleks@mustardseedminds.com⁠⁠⁠ with "Podcast Question" in the Subject Line Episode 9: Why You Keep Quitting Your Goals Reaching your goals isn't about having more motivation—it's about creating a simple, sustainable process you can actually follow. In this episode, Coach Aleks shares the Mustard Seed Mindset approach to goal setting, teaching you how to set SMART goals that build confidence one small step at a time. You'll also hear practical coaching for a listener navigating PCOS, perimenopause, and the decision of whether a GLP-1 medication fits into her health journey. In this episode, you'll learn: Why confidence is built during the process—not at the finish line. How to set SMART goals that are realistic and easy to follow through on. Why your WHY matters more than the goal itself. The difference between your goal and the method you use to reach it. Simple mindset shifts that help you stop quitting and start becoming someone who follows through.

    009: Why You Keep Quitting Your Goals
  3. 21 jul

    008: Victim Narrative Vs. Champion Narrative

    Ready to start your own growth journey?Click Here > ⁠⁠⁠https://mustardseedminds.com/⁠⁠⁠ to join Mustard Seed Mindset, an online growth membership community for Christian Women! Have a question you want Coach Aleks to answer on the podcast? Email your question to ⁠⁠⁠aleks@mustardseedminds.com⁠⁠⁠ with "Podcast Question" in the Subject Line Interested in 1:1 Coaching?Apply for a FREE private coaching session today by clicking the link below! (New Clients Only) ⁠⁠⁠https://mustardseedminds.com/private-coaching-offer⁠ Episode 8: Victim Narrative vs. Champion Narrative - What Are You Making Your Past Mean About Present You? Your past may explain where you've been, but it doesn't have to determine where you're going. In this episode, Coach Aleks explores how the stories we tell ourselves about our past shape our identity, emotions, and future—and how choosing a new perspective can lead to lasting freedom. Through practical mindset coaching, biblical truth, and the powerful transformation of the Apostle Paul, you'll learn that healing isn't about pretending the past didn't happen—it's about refusing to let it define you. In this episode, you'll learn: Why your past experiences don't have to define your identity. The difference between acknowledging pain and living from a victim narrative. How your thoughts about the past influence your emotions and behavior today. What the Bible teaches about repentance, forgiveness, and new identity in Christ. Practical mindset tools to help you move forward with hope, purpose, and freedom.

    008: Victim Narrative Vs. Champion Narrative
  4. 14 jul

    Self-Worth: Who You Believe You Are

    Ready to start your own growth journey?Click Here > ⁠⁠https://mustardseedminds.com/⁠⁠ to join Mustard Seed Mindset, an online growth membership community for Christian Women! Have a question you want Coach Aleks to answer on the podcast? Email your question to ⁠⁠aleks@mustardseedminds.com⁠⁠ with "Podcast Question" in the Subject Line Interested in 1:1 Coaching?Apply for a FREE private coaching session today by clicking the link below! (New Clients Only) ⁠⁠https://mustardseedminds.com/private-coaching-offer⁠ Episode 7: Self-Worth: Who You Believe You Are In this episode, Coach Aleks explores the difference between your actual worth and your opinion of your worth, revealing how our beliefs about ourselves shape every area of our lives. You'll learn: Why self-worth and selfishness are not the same thing. What Scripture says about your inherent value as a child of God. Why your past, performance, relationships, and achievements do not determine your worth. How repeated thoughts become beliefs that shape your identity. A powerful analogy that will forever change the way you think about your value. Why recognizing your God-given worth gives you the confidence to design a different future. Listener Q&A: "Why do I feel guilty and uncomfortable about finally being financially stable?" Coach Aleks shares a biblical and neuroscience-based perspective on money, stewardship, and receiving God's blessings without shame.

    Self-Worth: Who You Believe You Are
  5. 7 jul

    Feelings Aren't Facts - How to stop letting your feelings drive your choices

    Ready to start your own growth journey?Click Here > ⁠⁠https://mustardseedminds.com/⁠⁠ to join Mustard Seed Mindset, an online growth membership community for Christian Women! Click here to download the FREE Calming Your Mind Toolhttps://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1J5ak0MwyWN9FKi8knlIX62bItwuiocLy?usp=sharing Have a question you want Coach Aleks to answer on the podcast? Email your question to ⁠⁠aleks@mustardseedminds.com⁠⁠ with "Podcast Question" in the Subject Line Interested in 1:1 Coaching?Apply for a FREE private coaching session today by clicking the link below! (New Clients Only) ⁠⁠https://mustardseedminds.com/private-coaching-offer⁠ Episode 6: Feelings Aren't Facts How to Stop Letting Your Emotions Make Your Decisions Have you ever said, "I just don't feel motivated," or "I can't help feeling this way"? In this episode, we'll explore how our emotions are real and valid—but they don't have to dictate our choices. In this episode, you'll discover: Why feelings are indicators, not dictators. The connection between your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. How to identify the story your brain is telling beneath every emotion. A personal story about how renewing my mind completely changed the way I felt about our family dog, Nelly. Coaching through a listener's question How to process difficult emotions without suppressing them or letting them control your decisions. A biblical perspective on emotions and what we can learn from Jesus' example. How to use the free Calming Your Mind Worksheet to uncover unhelpful thought patterns and choose healthier, more life-giving thoughts. Remember: You don't have to believe every thought your brain offers you. With God's help, you can renew your mind—and your emotions will often follow.

    Feelings Aren't Facts - How to stop letting your feelings drive your choices

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Think Different, DO Different is a weekly podcast for women of faith who are committed to growth & learning to show up as the best version of you! If you've ever felt stuck in unhealthy patterns, overwhelmed by life's demands, or frustrated that your actions don't always align with your goals, you're in the right place. Each week, in bite-sized episodes under 30 minutes, mindset coach Aleks Taylor combines faith, neuroscience, and practical mindset tools to help you renew your thinking, overcome self-sabotaging habits, and create lasting transformation from the inside out.