Mindset Episodes

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Discover how to liberate yourself from the clutches of sugar addiction with the insights of Dr. Nicole Avena, whose groundbreaking research shines a light on the hidden ways sugar is controlling our lives. In our candid conversation, Dr. Avena, armed with knowledge from her acclaimed book "Sugar List," presents a seven-step plan that guides you toward breaking free from sugar's addictive grip. We take a deep look into the hi...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Ever found yourself obsessing over the details, like how clean your pot is, only to realize there's another side to the story? Khevin Barnes, a male breast cancer survivor, graces our podcast with an enlightening conversation about his extraordinary encounter with this life-altering disease and the unexpected life lessons he gleaned from it. He connects the dots between the thoroughness of scrubbing cookware and his person...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. As your host, Bettina Brown, like many, I've walked a tough road here and there in life., Those experiences have helped me reshape my perspective on life and the holidays. This episode is my heartfelt sharing of those experiences and the (hopefully) wisdom earned. I take a close look at the emotional roller coaster the festive season can often be. I discuss the stress, the expectations, and the potential disappointment...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Have you ever wondered how to cope and transform grief into something meaningful? Join us for an enriching conversation with the inspiring Annie Gudger, author of the powerful memoir, The Fifth Chamber. She vulnerably shares her journey of grieving her husband's death while pregnant and the way she constructed a legacy for her offspring from the ashes of her loss. Annie's testament to strength and resilience will leave you f...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. It's Never Too Late: How Small Changes Can Create Big Health Benefits Have you ever wondered if it's simply too late to make a difference? In this episode of In the Rising Podcast, Bettina Brown, PT, board-certified in physical therapy, wound care, and lymphedema, explores a powerful message of hope: it's never too late to begin again. Inspired by recent research published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology, Bettina d...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. When faced with the fear and uncertainty of a cancer diagnosis, how can one find acceptance and trust in the journey? Join us as we dive into a heartfelt conversation with Amy Robinson, who shares her transformative cancer experience and how it led her to trust that each step of her path would be illuminated as needed. We'll discuss how facing big challenges can stretch us beyond our limited thinking and how the analogy of d...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Do you find yourself constantly waiting for something? Whether it's a job, a relationship, or even a cancer diagnosis, waiting can be frustrating and anxiety-inducing. This episode of In The Rising explores the concept of waiting as a sensory activity, and how it affects our physical and mental well-being. We'll share insights on how to cope with waiting, the importance of self-compassion, and the benefits of deep breathing ...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. The Healing Power of Community: How We Can Support Moms Facing Breast Cancer with Amy Robinson What happens when life brings you to a place where you can no longer do it all alone? In this heartfelt episode of In the Rising Podcast, Bettina Brown welcomes cancer thriver, meditation teacher, and community builder Amy Robinson for a powerful conversation about the role of stress, self-care, motherhood, and community in t...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Be Positive! Be Grateful! Can you be all of these things, and still be "allowed" to feel your feelings right now. There is such a thing as toxic positivity, and in this episode I review a few myths associated with being negative- Thank you for your time and interest in this podcast! I invite you to leave a heartfelt review on whichever podcast platform you listen to. It does so much to bring expo...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. What are some ways that you show you don't trust yourself? Having to prove yourself--constantlySelf-sabotaging your life through your habits and patternsRehash past traumasMinimalize your own needs This show discusses five ways we can show our lack of trust in ourselves, and offers ways to rewrite that narrative. Thank you for your time and interest in this podcast! I invite you to leave a heartfelt review on ...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Struggling for getting the motivation together to do what you are interested in? I talk about some ways to get motivation together so that you can do the things you are interested in and excited about! Thank you for your time and interest in this podcast! I invite you to leave a heartfelt review on whichever podcast platform you listen to. It does so much to bring exposure to the podcast and helps lift others up! Email: Bett...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Are you super excited about your future and all of the plans that surround that... but those around you are not so excited. In fact, they are not really excited about anything, and are not only not helping you move forward with your goals, but are pulling away from their own. What to do? Well, I discuss a few of these topics in today's podcast. Not everyone should be expected to find their purpose, or follow their pa...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. What can you do when you are overwhelmed? Well... a lot! Life is a series of challenges, and waiting for them to go away is not always a fruitful or beneficial pathway. Small changes that you can do NOW, may make all the difference. Here is a quick article by the Mayo Clinic that even talks about #5, the benefits of laughing! Thank you for your time and interest in this podcast! I invite you to leave a hear...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. When is feeling lost part of life compared to when it is an opportunity to change direction? Feeling lost is a common feeling, and this podcast talks about this and how you are not alone! Thank you for your time and interest in this podcast! I invite you to leave a heartfelt review on whichever podcast platform you listen to. It does so much to bring exposure to the podcast and helps lift others up! Email...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. "Speak up," "say what you want to say," but does that mean you have really found your voice? I explore that int today's podcast. Here is the link to Huffington Post, which goes into davidji 857 (contributor) detail as well.. Thank you for your time and interest in this podcast! I invite you to leave a heartfelt review on whichever podcast platform you listen to. It does so much to bring exposu...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. So, you meet someone and you aren't sure if this new acquaintance is someone that may end up being a great friend of yours someday. Or, you are on a first day, and you are so excited by their interest in you that you block one thing. Your feelings. Your sense of this person being "good" for you, and whether or not they will help you grow. Hindsight is called "20-20," but so many people actually report that they kne...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Vaccinating against Emotional Affluenza-- getting rid of the need to have the latest and newest, and taking the time to enjoy the "ordinary moments." So often, the best memories involve knowing that the extraordinary is already there. &nbs...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Why do we get so excited about new beginnings? New outlook New possibilities New Opportunities Here is a great article by Dr. Barton Goldsmith, PhD in Psychology Today, Book Recommendation: Starting Over: Your Life Beyond Regrets by Dave & Jon Ferguson Thank you for your time and interest in this podcast! I invite you to leave a heartfelt review on whichever podcast platform you listen to. It does so much to bring exposu...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. The "F" Word- Curious? What exactly does that mean to you? Thank you for your time and interest in this podcast! I invite you to leave a heartfelt review on whichever podcast platform you listen to. It does so much to bring exposure to the podcast and helps lift others up! Email: Bettina@intherising.com

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Wow. What a year this has been. Instead of a regular podcast show, I give a quick chat to the things that we can be grateful for. Even if Thanksgiving is not important to you... the word "thank" gives us a time to just pause. There are so many things that we can still be grateful for this year. -Many Blessings to you! Connect with me! Bettina@intherising.com Pinterest: Facebook Thank you for your time and ...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Desire. What do you really desire out of your life? Is desire, just another word for want? I think not, and explain more in today's episode. She Bytes blog, that is really incredible and powerful The Psych Central Blog, 4 steps to making a change you desire Thank you for your time and interest in this podcast! I invite you to leave a heartfelt review on whichever podcast platform you listen to. I...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. The Imposter Syndrome Website by Dr. Valerie Young. You can sign up for her weekly newsletter and be on the look out for excellent tips for perspective and mindset. You can also see some of her YouTube videos on the subject. This great article by John Gravois highlights that how many successful scholars still harbor feels of inadequacy and still don’t feel accomplished enough. This is the article by Dr. McBri...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. So, you have addressed the internal barriers holding you back, and faced them head on, and ... ran into some circumstances that feel just as overpowering and frustrating as the internal ones. Is there anything we can do about it? Of course, listen to learn about 4 different external barriers and 4 different strategies! Thank you for your time and interest in this podcast! I invite you to leave a hear...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. What do you think holds you back from achieving your goals. What is in your imagination that excites you, just to be pulled back down to the ground, into the same-ole', same-ole'? Our internal barriers become internal vows/oaths at some point. Someone hurt you in a relationship??? Well, of course, you will never go into another relationship! You must save yourself from the pain. But, you starve yourself from that same opp...