What Everyone Gets Wrong About Other People (and How to See More Clearly)

Have you ever jumped to conclusions about someone—only to later find out you were completely wrong?

Our minds are constantly making assumptions about others, often without us even realizing it. And thanks to our brain’s built-in negativity bias, we tend to assume the worst more than the best.

In this episode, Melli unpacks the subtle mental habit that leads to so much unnecessary conflict, misunderstanding, and disconnection—and how to shift it.

You’ll discover:

Why our brains are wired to fill in the blanks (and often get it wrong)

The surprising consequences of assumption-based thinking

How a small shift in perspective can transform your relationships

A weekly practice to help you stay open, grounded, and connected

This is a powerful episode for anyone looking to strengthen their relationships and build a more peaceful, mindful way of relating to others—and themselves.

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The Phrase That Steals Your Power (and What to Say Instead)

How often do you catch yourself saying “I can’t”? It might seem small, but this tiny phrase can quietly drain your energy, disconnect you from your values, and leave you feeling powerless.

In this episode, Melli shares how shifting your self-talk from “I can’t” to “I choose not to” can be a game changer for your mindset and emotional well-being. This simple language tweak can help you reclaim your agency and act from a place of clarity and purpose.

You’ll learn:

Why “I can’t” reinforces a subtle sense of helplessness

How “I choose not to” reconnects you with your values and power

How to use this practice to uncover limiting beliefs and step into wiser choices

This is a powerful mindset tool for anyone ready to break free from mental loops and start living with more intention.

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How to Find Your Strength in Times of Grief, Crisis, or Stress

When life falls apart—through grief, heartbreak, crisis, or overwhelming stress—it’s easy to feel like everything steady has been stripped away. But even in our hardest moments, there’s something we can always come back to. Something that can anchor us, guide us, and help us rise with clarity and strength.

In this episode, Melli shares one of the most powerful tools for inner resilience: reconnecting with your values.

You’ll discover:

The incredible story of Viktor Frankl and the human freedom no one can take from you

What values really are (and what they’re not)

A two step practice to use connection to your values to stay grounded in times of upheaval

This episode offers a grounded, compassionate reminder:

Even when you can’t control what’s happening around you, you can choose who you want to be in the middle of it.

Links for Further Support:

Calm in Crisis (for times of acute stress or upheaval):

https://melliobrien.com/calm-in-crisis-course/

Unwinding Anxiety (support for ongoing anxiety):

https://melliobrien.com/unwinding-anxiety/

📘 Melli’s Book ‘Deep Resilience’:

https://melliobrien.com/deep-resilience-book

🎁 Free Deep Resilience Care Package:

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