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Transform your Mind the #1 personal development podcast for women, is a weekly podcast about life. Our mission is to positively help men and women renew their mindset so they can transform their lives. We discuss topics on transformation, how to have healthy relationships, how to transform your mental health, overcome fear and find happiness much more. So download and share with your friends, your journey to transforming your life, starts now.
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Transform your Mind Myrna Young, Life Coach

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Transform your Mind the #1 personal development podcast for women, is a weekly podcast about life. Our mission is to positively help men and women renew their mindset so they can transform their lives. We discuss topics on transformation, how to have healthy relationships, how to transform your mental health, overcome fear and find happiness much more. So download and share with your friends, your journey to transforming your life, starts now.
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    Sex as a Healing Modality: Understanding Relationships and the Nervous System

    Sex as a Healing Modality: Understanding Relationships and the Nervous System

    Dr. Elizabeth (Liz) Lechford is a multi-faceted professional with expertise spanning mentoring, coaching, clinical work, research, and the arts. With over 17 years of experience, Dr. Liz is celebrated for her contributions to health and movement, particularly through the lens of emotional wellness. Holding a Ph.D. in Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Services, she has successfully guided thousands in demystifying the body's functioning while encouraging them to realize their potential. Dr. Liz's work delves deeply into body intelligence, aiding individuals in understanding the interconnections of physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and sensual health. Her ongoing research focuses on relationships' impact on the nervous system and her unique transformational movement practice, known as Body Church, based in Santa Barbara.
    Episode Summary:
    In an enlightening episode of the Transforming Mind to Transform Your Life radio, podcast, and television show, host Myrna Young converses with Dr. Liz Lechford about an often-overlooked perspective on sex — its potential as a healing modality. The conversation opens the audience's eyes to new dimensions of relationships, happiness, and personal growth.
    Dr. Liz brings to light the concept of our "erotically innocent" nature and how the traditional view of sexuality may ignore profound elements of healing and emotional release. The episode intricately weaves the themes of vulnerability, relationship dynamics, and the nervous system's response to emotional trauma. Dr. Liz outlines her philosophy and the life-changing approach she uses — Body Church, a breath movement technique to train the nervous system and foster more fulfilling intimate connections.
    Key Takeaways:
    Sex can serve as a profound healing modality when approached with vulnerability and emotional transparency.Emotional reactions in relationships often stem from past experiences, including unresolved childhood events.The nervous system retains memories of trauma, which can impact relationships and sexual experiences.It's possible to rewrite the nervous system's response by embodying different energies, such as the "giving" masculine or "receiving" feminine.Body Church is a dynamic movement practice that helps individuals from diverse backgrounds connect, empathize, and heal through psychosomatic play.Ready to improve your health or business? Look no further than our amazing sponsors! Support them and support Transform Your Mind podcast!

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    • 56 min
    Mastering the Art of Fluidity: How to Flow Like Water

    Mastering the Art of Fluidity: How to Flow Like Water

    In this episode of "Five Minute Fridays with Coach Myrna," Myrna explores the concept of mastering the art of fluidity and how to flow like water. Drawing inspiration from observing the flow of water in nature, she shares valuable lessons on adaptability, resilience, and embracing change. By embracing the qualities of water, individuals can navigate life's challenges with grace, ease, and determination. Myrna provides six practical ways to incorporate the wisdom of water into our lives, encouraging listeners to embrace change, cultivate resilience, find their unique path, stay present, go with the flow, and learn from nature.
    Key Takeaways:
    Embrace change: Just as water finds a way around obstacles, embracing change is crucial for personal growth. Learn to adapt to new circumstances, challenges, and opportunities with a flexible and open mindset.Cultivate resilience: Like water, develop the ability to bounce back from setbacks and view challenges as opportunities to strengthen resilience. Bend, but don't break.Find your path: Just as rivers meander and adapt to the landscape, discover your unique path in life. Be open to exploration and allow yourself the freedom to evolve and pursue your passions.Stay present: Water is fully present in the moment, whether it's flowing gently or crashing with force. Practice mindfulness to stay present in your own life, allowing you to respond thoughtfully to situations.Go with the flow: Instead of fighting against the current, learn to go with the flow. Let go of rigid plans when necessary and be adaptable and responsive to the circumstances.Learn from nature: Spend time in nature to draw inspiration and reflect on your own journey. Nature, including water, exemplifies adaptability and fluidity, providing profound lessons for personal growth.See this video on The Transform Your Mind YouTube Channel
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    • 8 min
    Harnessing Mindfulness to Manage Stress and Enhance Well-being: Insights from Dr. Romie Mushtaq

    Harnessing Mindfulness to Manage Stress and Enhance Well-being: Insights from Dr. Romie Mushtaq

    Dr. Romie Mushtaq,  is a board-certified physician with a robust portfolio that intersects neurology, integrative medicine, and mindfulness. With over two decades of experience in the medical field, she has become an award-winning speaker and a recognizable voice working with Fortune 500 companies, professional athletes, and global associations. Through her brainshift programs, she addresses mental well-being and promotes a culture of wellness. Currently serving as the Chief Wellness Officer for Evolution Hospitality, Dr. Romie has significantly expanded a mindfulness and wellness program, reaching over 7,000 employees. She is also an author, celebrating the publication of her first book, "The Busy Brain Cure," by HarperCollins. Dr. Romi's work and her upcoming social connections can be found at drromy.com.
    Episode Summary:
    In the latest episode of "Transform Your Mind to Transform Your Life," host Myrna Young welcomes the insightful Dr. Romie Mushtaq to explore mindfulness techniques for stress management. This engaging conversation delves into the transformative power of mindfulness and the journey from traditional medicine to holistic health practices capable of combatting the modern epidemic of busy brains and burnout.
    The dialogue opens with Dr. Romie sharing her transition from traditional medicine to embracing mindfulness after her personal health scare. They discuss how chronic stress is pervasive in today's society, often leading individuals to a point of critical consequence. The second part of this episode zeros in on the concept of the 'busy brain,' introducing tangible solutions to recalibrate one’s focus, alleviate anxiety, and restore a healthy sleep pattern.

    Chapters: 
    Timestamp Summary
    0:02:24 | Dr. Romie's transition from traditional medicine to stress management
    0:04:11 | The importance of preventing and healing burnout
    0:05:15 | Dr. Romie's global journey to learn about holistic practices
    0:07:04 | How mindfulness helps manage stress
    0:08:39 | Introduction to mindfulness and its use in stress and burnout management
    0:09:54 | The concept of a busy brain and its impact on meditation
    0:11:17 | The need to address the root cause of a busy brain before practicing mindfulness
    0:12:50 | The busy brain test and its role in identifying burnout
    0:13:23 | Quick tip for immediate relief from a busy brain
    0:13:51 | Busy brain: negative thoughts and distractions
    0:16:31 | Differentiating between normal thoughts and a busy brain
    0:17:11 | Symptoms of a busy brain: low energy, anxiety, insomnia
    0:18:42 | Mindfulness techniques to manage stress and burnout
    0:26:06 | Introduction to the book "The Busy Brain Cure"
    0:28:14 | Dr Romie discusses the three sections of her book, including her personal story, the medical research on burnout, and an eight-week protocol for healing.



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    • 43 min
    Unlocking the Power of Forgiveness: A Lifelong Journey

    Unlocking the Power of Forgiveness: A Lifelong Journey

    Carol M Williams is the author of "Forgiveness as a Lifelong Journey." She is a forgiveness coach and the founder of Your New Story LLC. Carol specializes in helping individuals navigate the process of forgiveness and healing from past hurts. With her coaching program and book, she empowers people to release the weight of the past, embrace a future filled with love and understanding, and change their lives one forgiveness step at a time.
    Episode Summary:
    In this episode of "Transform Your Mind to Transform Your Life," host Myrna Young interviews Carol M Williams, author of "Forgiveness as a Lifelong Journey." They discuss the power of forgiveness and how it can lead to profound transformation in a world marked by grievances and resentments. Carol shares her personal story of forgiveness and explains why she chose to write a book on this topic. She also provides practical guidance on how to practice forgiveness, including forgiving oneself, practicing mindfulness, setting boundaries, and cultivating compassion. Carol introduces her nine-step program for learning to forgive, which includes identifying the hurt, releasing resentment, embracing empathy, and celebrating emotional freedom.
    Key Takeaways:
    Forgiveness is a deliberate choice and a powerful tool for personal growth and mental health.Forgiveness is not about condoning the actions of others, but about finding peace within oneself.Practicing forgiveness involves forgiving oneself, practicing mindfulness, setting boundaries, and cultivating compassion.Carol's nine-step program for learning to forgive includes identifying the hurt, releasing resentment, embracing empathy, and celebrating emotional freedom.Forgiveness is a lifelong journey that can lead to profound transformation and a future filled with love and understanding.See this video on The Transform Your Mind YouTube Channel
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    • 27 min
    Embracing Mortality: How the Awareness of Death Can Transform Your Life

    Embracing Mortality: How the Awareness of Death Can Transform Your Life

    Kate Manser is not just an author but a spiritual beacon for many seeking enlightenment and purpose in life. She is recognized for her thought-provoking work, "You Might Die Tomorrow," which taps deeply into the concepts of mortality and mindfulness. As a spiritual teacher, she has carved out a niche inspiring others to embrace life fully, shedding light on mortality and the urgency it can infuse into our daily existence. Kate's influence spans across various platforms, speaking at events like New York Fashion Week and prestigious organizations like Facebook headquarters. Her teachings extend into the realm of art, with showcases at major fashion events and her personal artwork embodying her philosophies.
    Episode Summary:
    In this transformation-driven episode, host Myrna Young is joined by the invigorating Kate Manser to discuss a seemingly grim yet profoundly liberating concept: living each day as if it were your last. Kate Manser, the spiritual teacher and author, unravels her journey from a corporate job at Google to embracing the precarious dance with death and eventually finding enlightenment through spirituality and mortality awareness.
    The conversation delves into Kate’s personal awakening, which evolved from her experiences with loss and death anxiety. She shares how her friend Dan's adventurous spirit and untimely death inspired her to reevaluate her stance on death, leading her to quit her corporate life and travel, seeking a deeper understanding of life's preciousness. Kate also reflects on her transformative time at Plum Village monastery in France, where she discovered the power of walking meditation and the present moment.
    Key Takeaways:
    Mortal Mantra: The phrase "You Might Die Tomorrow" shifted from fear-inducing to a source of motivation, clarity, and joy for Kate Manser and is a catalyst for others to live more fully.Walking Meditation: Inspired by Thich Nhat Hanh’s teachings, walking meditation can significantly alter our day-to-day awareness, encouraging an appreciation for ordinary moments.Embracing the Spectrum of Life: True love for life includes not only the joyful and easy experiences but also the challenges, pain, and the shadow sides of our existence.Deathbed Gut Check: A decision-making tool that shifts perspective to one's deathbed, allowing clarity to cut through life’s noise and spotlight what truly matters.Ripples of Influence: Daily interactions create lasting ripples that, regardless of how insignificant they may seem, hold the power to change the world.See this video on The Transform Your Mind YouTube Channel
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    • 1 hr
    Transforming Mental Garbage into Beautiful Blooms: A Journey of Self-Discovery

    Transforming Mental Garbage into Beautiful Blooms: A Journey of Self-Discovery

    In this episode of "Five Minute Fridays with Coach Myrna," Myrna Young delves into the topic of transforming negative thoughts and emotions into positive ones. Drawing inspiration from nature, Myrna highlights the power of composting mental garbage to cultivate a garden of positivity and personal growth. She explores the steps involved in this transformative process, including recognizing negative emotions, cultivating a fertile mind through mindfulness and self-reflection, practicing forgiveness, nurturing gratitude, and trimming negativity. Myrna emphasizes the importance of tending to the garden within and embracing the journey of self-cultivation to create a life filled with resilience, joy, and beauty.
    Key Takeaways:
    Negative emotions such as depression, anger, jealousy, and unforgiveness are like mental garbage that can hinder personal growth and happiness.Cultivating a fertile mind through mindfulness, self-reflection, meditation, and journaling creates a foundation for positivity and resilience.Forgiveness is a powerful alchemy that can transform the weight of unforgiveness into the blossoms of compassion and liberation.Planting seeds of gratitude in the fertile soil of the mind nurtures positivity and leads to a flourishing garden of joy and resilience.Trimming the weeds of jealousy, envy, and other negative thoughts allows space for self-confidence and contentment to bloom.See this video on The Transform Your Mind YouTube Channel
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    • 11 min

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Thank you for helping so many to transform their lives through the ah-ha moments they receive from your show! It’s great to see the way you’ve dealt with challenges of your past and leveraged them to have the life you have now!

You’re an inspiration that SO many need.

I also have to say I loved our interview (Healing Trauma with EFT Tapping) and was so grateful for your vulnerability and openness throughout the Tapping we did together! I know it will be a game changer for many that have been through similar abuse and have supressed/repressed emotions from it. Thank you!

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