In Your Right Mind with Monique Rhodes
Episodes
Anchoring the Mind in What Inspires You
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How often do you pause to connect with what truly inspires you? In this episode, I share how anchoring your mind on meaningful objects, symbols, or i...
Breaking the Habit of Bonding Through Negativity
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever noticed how easy it is to connect with others by criticizing or gossiping? In this episode, I explore why we bond through negativity an...
Becoming the Person You're Meant to Be
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why wait for tomorrow to start living as the person you want to be? In this episode, I explore the transformative power of aligning your actions, tho...
The Twists and Turns of Life
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt like life isn't following the straight path you imagined? In this episode, I explore why life's twists, turns, and setbacks are no...
The Courage to Give What We Need
17 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever considered that the kindness you long for might be what someone else needs too? In this episode, I explore the courage it takes to give...
Choosing What's Worth Doing
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever find yourself stuck in habits that drain your time and energy? In this episode, I explore how replacing unfulfilling habits with intentio...
Communication Is About Connection, Not Perfection
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel misunderstood, even when you try your best to communicate clearly? In this episode, I explore why effective communication isn't abou...
Optimism Is the Mindset That Transforms Our Lives
10 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if optimism could be the key to unlocking a happier, healthier life? In this episode, I explore how cultivating an optimistic mindset not only c...
The Glorious Weight of Love
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why do we often feel weighed down by life's challenges? In this episode, I explore how our attachments to emotions, expectations, and outcomes create...
To Grow, You Must Resist the Pull of Distraction
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel like distractions are pulling you away from what truly matters? In this episode, I explore how resisting the pull of comfort and superfic...
What Are You Practicing?
03 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever considered that every action you take is a form of practice? In this episode, I explore how our daily habits, thoughts, and reactions s...
Happy 2025!
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What kind of person do you want to become this year? In this episode, I explore the energy of New Year's Day and how to consciously choose the qualit...
Moving Forward With Hope
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel weighed down by regret or fear for the future? In this episode, I explore how to reframe your past as a teacher, not a burden, and h...
Taking Control of Your Life—Starting the Year with Conscious Choices
27 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready to take charge of 2025 and create a life that truly aligns with who you want to be? In this episode, I explore the power of starting th...
The Quiet Gift of Giving
25 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What does it mean to give without expecting anything in return? In this episode, I explore the quiet, unassuming acts of giving that ask for nothing ...
The World Reflects What You Give to It
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel like kindness is missing in the world? In this episode, I share why the world often mirrors the energy we put into it. I'll explore ...
The Power of Small Habits
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ready to transform your life one small habit at a time? In this episode, I dive into the power of consistent practices and how they can shape 2025. D...
Do It Afraid: Finding Courage When Fear Won't Go Away
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if fear wasn't something to overcome, but something to embrace? In this episode, I share why courage isn't about being fearless—it's about tak...
4 Love Questions
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do you give and receive love in your life? In this episode, I explore four powerful questions that can deepen your understanding of how love flow...
Permission to Be Awkward: How to Start Learning Anything
13 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What's stopping you from learning something new? In this episode, I explore the fear of looking awkward and how it can hold us back from trying new t...
The Compounding Effect of Small Choices
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt like you've lost yourself through small compromises over time? In this episode, I explore how seemingly insignificant daily decisi...
Why Competing With Yourself is the Only Competition That Matters
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you constantly comparing yourself to others or trying to measure up to external expectations? In this episode, I share why competing with yoursel...
Turning Life's Difficult Moments into Strength
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do you navigate life's most challenging moments without being consumed by them? In this episode, I reflect on personal loss and explore the conce...
Breaking the Afternoon Slump
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel weighed down by sadness or low energy in the afternoons? In this episode, I address a common struggle: the afternoon slump. I'll sha...
The Cost of Worry
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How much of your life do you spend worrying about things that may never happen? In this episode, I explore the emotional and physical toll of worry a...
How The Stories We Consume Shape Our Reality
29 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever thought about how the stories you read, watch or tell yourself impact your view of the world? In this episode, I explore the profound e...
Prove to Yourself Who You Want to Become
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Who do you want to be, and how do you start becoming that person? In this episode, I explore how small, consistent actions can help you align with th...
The Power of Having the Courage to Try
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How often do you hold back from trying something new because of the fear of failure? In this episode, I explore why having the courage to simply try ...
Finding Lasting Happiness by Focusing on Value Over Validation
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you tired of trying to impress others, only to find the happiness it brings is short-lived? In this episode, I dive into how shifting your focus ...
The Transformative Power of Gratitude
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if the key to a happier life is simply learning to appreciate the small, everyday moments? In this episode, I dive into how gratitude can transf...
Finding Calm Within
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel like anxiety and stress are constant unwelcome visitors in your life? In this episode, I share how mindfulness can transform your re...
The Real Connection
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In a world where connection often feels shallow, what does it mean to have truly meaningful relationships? In this episode, I explore how deep, authe...
Why Gratitude Matters for Happiness?
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How often do you take a moment to appreciate what's already good in your life? In this episode, I dive into why gratitude is more than just a feel-go...
Is Happiness Necessary?
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is happiness essential to a fulfilling life? In this episode, I dive into a profound question about the role of happiness in our lives. I'll share wh...
Grounding Yourself in the Chaos
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do you find steadiness when the world feels chaotic? In this episode, I explore how grounding ourselves in the present moment can be transformati...
How Does Happiness Affect My Health?
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is it true that being happier can make you healthier? In this episode, I explore the fascinating link between happiness and health, from boosting the...
Can Happiness Exist Without Sadness?
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered if true happiness could exist without experiencing sadness? In this episode, I explore the relationship between these two emot...
The Upcoming Election
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you are able to vote in this election, I ask that you just listen.
Choosing Love: Shifting Focus from Scarcity to Abundance in Everyday Life
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is your focus on loving or on who isn't loving you? In this episode, I dive into a powerful quote from Andrea Gibson that challenges us to reflect on...
Making Great Decisions
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you struggle with making decisions or feel paralyzed by choices? In this episode, I share two practical decision-making systems that have helped m...
Breaking Down Walls: Imagining a World Where We're All in Love with Each Other
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if we lived in a world where we were all in love with each other—not in a romantic way, but in a way that celebrates the greatness in everyone...
Group Negativity
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever found yourself stuck in a group where negativity spreads like wildfire? In this episode, I explore how group negativity can feel valida...
Obsessive Thinking
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever found yourself stuck in a loop, obsessively thinking about someone or something? In this episode, I dive into how obsessive thinking ca...
Mastering Focus
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you spreading yourself too thin, chasing after endless possibilities? In this episode, I dive into the transformative power of balancing explor...
The Power of Competing with Yourself
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Could the key to happiness lie in focusing on your own progress rather than constantly measuring yourself against others? In this episode, we delve in...
Living With Intent
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What would your life look like if you approached every moment with purpose? Discover how bringing intentionality to your work, relationships, and per...
Finding Peace in What's Meant for You
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I reflect on the power of embracing what life offers and the peace that comes with letting go of what isn't meant for us. Together, ...
The Trap of Doing It All for Someone Else
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel tempted to jump in and help someone when you see them struggling with their dreams? In this episode, I explore the importance of let...
The Power of Living Lightly
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How often do you feel like life is weighing you down, making every step feel heavier than it should? In today's podcast, I explore how to live more l...
Learning Through Action
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever found yourself stuck in endless preparation, trying to learn or plan, but not taking that crucial step into action? Today, I talk about...
Clarity Is Freedom
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How often do you feel overwhelmed by distractions, obligations, and opinions that pull you in all directions? If you're ready to cut through the nois...
The Joy Of Having A Friend Who Truly Celebrates Your Success
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you have a friend who genuinely delights in your successes as if they were their own? In today's episode, I explore the profound im...
Progress Not Perfection
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever set a goal, only to feel discouraged when you don't reach it as quickly as you thought you would? If so, this episode is for you. We'll...
Comparing Kangaroos To Kiwis
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you tired of the constant comparison that leaves you feeling inadequate? In today's episode, I explore how the habit of comparing ourselves to ot...
I Wish I Was Perfect
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever find yourself feeling let down when expectations aren't met? In today's episode, I dive into the importance of managing our expectations,...
The Risk and Reward of Love
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is there such a thing as a safe investment when it comes to love? In this episode, I explore the inherent risks and rewards of opening our hearts to ...
The Hidden Blessings in What's Missing
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if true gratitude extends beyond what we have and also includes what we don't? In this episode, we delve into a unique approach to gratitude tha...
Finding Connection in Our Struggles
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if the pain you're feeling right now is not as isolating as it seems? In this episode, we explore the universal nature of heartbreak and sufferi...
You Don't Need To Drink The Rain
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine if every thought and emotion that crossed your mind was like a passing rain shower—would you stand there trying to catch every drop, or wou...
The Art of Balancing Boldness with Warmth and Approachability
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to truly stand out and achieve your boldest dreams? In this episode, we dive into the powerful combination of boldness and approach...
The Balance Between Action and Planning
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you stuck in the cycle of over-planning, or are you diving headfirst into action without a clear plan? In today's episode, I explore the delicate...
Managing Toxic Relationships Without Losing Yourself
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered how to protect yourself from toxic relationships without letting them drain your energy? Today, I talk about setting boundarie...
The Paradox of Intelligence
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever find that your intelligence holds you back from taking action? In today's episode, I discuss how being too smart for our own good can som...
Embracing the Twists and Turns Of Life
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt like life should be a straight path, but instead, it's a winding road full of unexpected detours? In this episode, I delve into wh...
The True Goal of Communication
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Effective communication isn't about what you say, it's about what the other person understands. Click Here to see how happy you are. Enjoying our p...
Embracing Different Perspectives
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How often do we truly consider perspectives beyond our own? In this episode, I explore the importance of embracing diverse viewpoints to navigate the...
The Transformative Power Of Life's Storms
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever faced a storm in your life that completely shook your world? Today, I explore the power of life's most challenging moments, from naviga...
Be Kinder Than Necessary
23 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In a world filled with stress and uncertainty, kindness isn't just an option—it's a game-changer. In today's podcast, I reveal the magic of being k...
The Nuances Of Quitting: Knowing When To Persist And When To Quit
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you wondered when it's wise to quit and when you should push through? In this episode, I discussed the nuanced art of knowing when to persist an...
Embracing Personal Change To Transform The World
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling stuck in your life? In today's episode, I dive into a conversation I had with a student who's facing struggles in her marriage, family, and w...
The Futility Of Comparison
16 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever find yourself stuck in the trap of comparing your life to others? Today, I explore why this habit is not only unhelpful but also misleading. Thr...
The Perpetual Possibility Of New Beginnings
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel like time is slipping away or that opportunities have passed you by? In today's episode, I reflect on how our perspective on time an...
The Transformative Power Of Consistency
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling to stay consistent with your goals? In today's episode, I share the importance of showing up, even when it's tough. It's not about the imm...
How Dreams Are Made
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever dream of achieving something incredible? In today's episode, I share a story about a young boy with a dream to join a top sports team. By...
Creating A Path To Lasting Happiness
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in to this special episode where I introduce The Happiness Club – an exciting new journey towards lasting happiness and well-being. Curious abo...
Continuously Dreaming
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dreaming is a powerful part of our lives that can shape our journey and bring us immense happiness. Today, I share how bold and adventurous dreams ha...
5 Minutes Of Discomfort
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever hesitated to take action because you didn't want to feel foolish? Today, I share a personal story from a Costa Rican hardware store that illustr...
Embracing Life's Lessons Through Experience
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready to dive into the irreplaceable value of experiential learning? We'll explore how living through both challenges and triumphs profoundly...
The Importance Of Facing Fear Head-On
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you stuck at a roadblock on your way to a goal and unsure how to move forward? Today's episode is all about the power of pivoting with courage. C...
The Power Of Perspective
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling with setbacks can feel overwhelming, but what if every challenge holds a hidden opportunity? Today, I explore how we can train ourselves t...
The Hidden Costs Of Success
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel overwhelmed by the pursuit of success? Today, I explore the often unseen side of achieving our goals—the entire journey, not just the gla...
Choosing Fulfillment Over Busyness
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel overwhelmed by trying to get everything done? Instead of focusing on simply accomplishing more tasks, I encourage you to be selectiv...
The Five People You Surround Yourself With
19 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder why the company you keep matters so much? In today's episode, I talk about the profound impact that the five people you spend the most ti...
The Myth of "I Can't Change How I Feel"
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel like your emotions are uncontrollable forces of nature? Today, I'll share with you a groundbreaking insight into neuroplasticity and its in...
Make a Mistake? Release the Guilt, Remember the Lesson
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Let me share a story about a student who struggled with the guilt of a mistake, and let's delve into how we can shift our perspective on mistakes. By...
Why You Need To Have Stability In Times Of Great Turmoil
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling overwhelmed by the turmoil around you? In this episode, I discuss the importance of maintaining emotional stability during uncertain times. D...
Working With Unease
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel that constant unease creeping in? In today's podcast, I tackle the deep-seated longing for certainty and security that often leaves us feel...
The Connection Between Physical Health, Personal Growth and Happiness
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's podcast, I discuss the profound connection between physical health and personal growth. Understanding this connection allows us to take a h...
Getting Triggered
07 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I discussed the importance of taking responsibility for our reactions to life's challenges. Using a personal story about two students...
My Magic Question
06 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I share a powerful tool for navigating life's challenges: the question, "What would love do?" Through a personal anecdote about a canceled earl...
Improving Your Emotional Intelligence
05 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Emotional intelligence is about understanding and handling our own emotions and those of others. It's key to building strong relationships and navigat...
Mantra Versus Intention
04 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I delve into the concept of mantras and how they differ from intentions. While many people use the term mantra to signify personal af...
The Importance Of Finishing Things
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever find it tough to finish what you start? Completing tasks not only builds perseverance but also boosts confidence. In this episode, let's discover...
Dear Michael
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I share a deeply personal journey of connecting with Michael, a death row inmate, through the song "Dear Michael" from my album "Awakening." I ...
Living In Love
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I've been reflecting on how society often confines the idea of love to romantic relationships, but I believe love is much broader and more profound. L...
My Marriage
30 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, I delve into a question I often receive: "How do I know when to end my marriage?" While I'm no marriage specialist, I explore the ...
What Is It That I Want
29 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I delve into an insightful conversation with a listener who experienced anger during a confrontational incident. We explore how negative emotions, par...
When the Real Problem Isn't What Happened
28 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our challenges often arise not from the events themselves, but from how we communicate about them. Whether it's at home or work, misunderstandings can...
The Goodness of My Life
27 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I address a poignant email from a listener grappling with the pain of global suffering, particularly the war in Ukraine, and the feeling of hel...
A Positive Foward-Thinking Mindset
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We've all experienced those moments of regret and uncertainty, especially during big life changes like starting a new job, changing relationships, or ...