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Mental Health: it will blow your mind

Mental Health: it will blow your mind

By: Andres Diaz
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 It's a podcast where we explore tools, ideas, and practices to strengthen mental health. In this episode, we dive into *Miracle of Mind*, the new app by Sadhguru, and how it can help you transform your well-being from within.Copyright 2025 Andres Diaz Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health
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  • Can shame become self-acceptance with Miracle of Mind?

    Can shame become self-acceptance with Miracle of Mind?
    Dec 16 2025
    Summary: - The episode reframes shame as a misdirected but useful social signal that can be transformed into self-acceptance, self-esteem, and well-being. - Shame is defined as feeling inadequate before others (distinct from guilt) and is meant to maintain bonds, though it can isolate us when excessive. - Neuroscience notes shame activates social/physical pain brain areas and can reduce self-empathy; relief comes from mindfulness, controlled breathing, and reframing inner language. - A three-step micro-practice: 1) Locate where shame shows up in the body and name it. 2) Regulate with slow, mindful breathing. 3) Rename the experience (e.g., “I’m feeling shame” rather than “I’m a disaster”). - Strategy for turning shame into self-acceptance: identify the need behind the shame (belonging, competence, visibility), choose a tiny, non-punitive action to meet that need, and consult a wiser part of yourself. - Aligned guidance from Sadhguru: manage body, mind, and energy to choose responses over reactions; use shame as energy with a constructive message. - Exercises: - Exercise 1: compassionate inner script (“I see you; we’ll walk together”). - Exercise 2: gentle exposure (tiny acts that provoke mild shame to prove safety). - Exercise 3: memory reframing (rewrite a shameful moment from a wise coach perspective). - Seven-day plan (brief): identify shame spots, rephrase self-talk, perform small acts of self-kindness, expose yourself gently, share with a trusted person, describe your self-accepting behavior, celebrate progress. - Humor and truth: use kind self-talk when shame arises; self-acceptance provides a solid base for growth. - Mindfulness basics: diaphragmatic breathing, body scans, and imagining a compassionate future self; seek professional help if memories feel overwhelming. - Practical tools: a pocket checklist for critical moments (pause, name emotion, consider a friend's needs, take a tiny action, acknowledge the signal and move on). - Core message: shame is a messenger, not a judge; listen to it, use its message, and cultivate self-acceptance. Final line: “Today I’m on my team and I bring myself along.” - Extras: encouraged to download Miracle of Mind for more tools and follow-up resources. Remeber you can contact me at andresdiaz@bestmanagement.org
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    4 mins
  • Can procrastination be turned into action with Miracle of Mind?

    Can procrastination be turned into action with Miracle of Mind?
    Nov 25 2025
    Summary: - Episode focus: Can procrastination become action with Miracle of Mind? Host Andrés Díaz shares practical, mental-health–aligned tools to turn postponement into small, sustainable actions. - Core idea: Procrastination is about managing uncomfortable emotions, not a lack of discipline. Reducing uncertainty helps the brain move to action. - Practical keys: - Define the next action (not the whole project): e.g., open the document and write one sentence. - Align with your body: breathe and posture first; try a 5-breath exhale–inhale cycle to calm the brain. - Build habit architecture with if-then triggers to prevent distraction. - Use the unfinished-business principle: start for one minute and set a concrete next action to close the loop later. - Mindset and guidance: - Sadhguru’s idea: the mind is powerful; with awareness it can be a miracle; Miracle of Mind aims for less inner friction and more presence. - Perfectionism is procrastination in disguise; counter with an “ugly draft mode” and a quick 10-minute rough version. - Starter ritual (three steps): 1) Tidy the workspace. 2) Exhale three times, adjust posture, and set a 15–20 minute focus block. 3) Write a starting verb (open, list, sort, write, lay out) to cue action. - Attitude and psychology: - If you don’t feel like it, respond with humor and remind yourself that wants can come later. - Identify bottlenecks (starting, sustaining, finishing) and tailor strategies for each. - Tools and plan: - Consider using the Miracle of Mind app for guided exercises. - Today’s action plan: pick an overdue task, set up a friendly environment, do a 15-minute focus block, note the next micro-action, repeat, and celebrate small wins. - Dopamine motivation: measure progress in micro-actions; the act of starting and small completions builds momentum. - Mental health note: - Procrastination can be colored by anxiety or depression; seek professional help if needed and add gentle practices (breathing, mindful movement, attention). - Final guidance: - Friction—not laziness—drives procrastination; reduce friction (notifications, all-or-nothing standards) and take small, steady steps. - Create an emotional anchor by naming who benefits from your action; use kind, supportive self-talk. - Takeaway: - Small actions beat big plans not started. - Start with breath and posture, use if-then, embrace ugly drafts, and measure progress. - Call to action: choose a mini-action now and do it before the day ends; your future self will thank you. Remeber you can contact me at andresdiaz@bestmanagement.org
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    7 mins
  • Can chronic stress become serenity with Miracle of Mind?

    Can chronic stress become serenity with Miracle of Mind?
    Nov 25 2025
    Summary of the episode “Can chronic stress become serenity with Miracle of Mind?” by Andrés Díaz - Core idea: Chronic stress isn’t a villain but energy misdirected; serenity is trainable through simple daily habits and supportive tools ( Miracle of Mind ). - How stress works: Prolonged alert mode activates the amygdala and cortisol, keeping attention in a red zone. Small triggers (like a phone ping) can feel overwhelming. Serenity comes from training the nervous system. - Key mechanism: Longer exhalations stimulate the vagus nerve, signaling safety to the body, helping the calm response activate faster. - Five practical tools with measurable effects: 1) Coherent breathing: inhale 4, exhale 6, for 3 minutes. Sit tall, relaxed. Often reduces anxiety and sharpens clarity. 2) Five-senses grounding: name 5 things seen, 4 sensations felt, 3 sounds heard, 2 scents noticed, 1 taste. Helps disengage from worry and reduces emotional reactivity. 3) Brief physiological release: shake for 1 minute, then a 5-minute walk or a short stair climb to move unused energy. 4) Sleep hygiene: about 90 minutes without screens before bed, avoid caffeine after noon, dim lights in the last hour. 5) Short anti-stress diary (ECC method): nightly note of Event, Belief, Consequence, plus one realistic alternative belief to reframe thinking. - Miracle of Mind app: guides breathing, mindfulness, reminders, micro-audios for stress, and short habit programs; translates science into 2–5 minute actions to maintain calm. - Seven-day practical plan (tutorial style): - Days 1–2: breathe with a longer exhale three times daily (3 minutes each). - Days 3–4: add five-sense grounding at two tense moments. - Day 5: 10–15 minute walk in the mid-afternoon. - Day 6: about 90 minutes without screens before bed. - Day 7: write ECC diary and plan two serenity goals for the next week. - Additional context: You’re not trying to eliminate stress but to change how your system shifts gears. External calm isn’t required; internal regulation is the goal. Some evidence suggests breathing/mindfulness reduce amygdala reactivity and mood improves; nature and gratitude practices also help. - Questions and invitation: identify your main stress trigger; pick one micro-action today; try the 7-day protocol and observe energy changes without judgment. - Closing takeaway: serenity comes from regulating yourself in a noisy world; small daily actions matter and can be done anywhere (even in a supermarket line). - Call to action: consider using the Miracle of Mind app for guided support, with a link in the episode description. Remeber you can contact me at andresdiaz@bestmanagement.org
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    8 mins
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