"...and when that mile was met, I said, one more. Like an inchworm, I measured the ground, inch by inch, foot by foot, mile by mile."
A new episode! It's a special week. Tune in to find out why.
Today in Episode 43, we are not talking about failure. We’re talking about the other end of failure; the small victories. The small wins that become the stepping stones that lead to big goals.
And this week marks one of those small victories for The Mind Unset, one I fully intend to celebrate and… I’m taking you with me.
"The most important things lie too close to wherever your secret heart is buried, like landmarks to a treasure your enemies would love to steal away. " Stephen King
Here we are, the end of Season 3! Thanks for taking the ride with me. Producing this show has been an incredible experience. I've learned a lot about podcasting and about myself along the way.
In this episode, I talk about how my relationship with the show has changed and how you guys are more than just listeners. I discuss feeling way too exposed at times, and how I've managed to become entangled in my own words.
How sometimes, in order to discover just how far we've progressed, we have to glance over our shoulder at the circuitous trail we've left behind. And sometimes, that's painful.
But that's the pain of progress.
It's live right now at themindunset.com.
Thanks for being here and until we return for season 4, you know what I'm going to say. Be nice. Do good stuff.
"I spent a lot of time on my own, experimenting, trying to figure out what the upgraded version of me looked like. And honestly, that process never stops."
Lili Wexu is an author, award-winning film and voice-over actress, and my voice acting coach. You’ve seen her on Grey’s Anatomy and Alien vs Predator and if you’re into video games, she’s voiced some of the most popular out there.
From a young age, Lili knew her voice was special. She spent years developing her signature sound and after a lot of work and reinvention, she’s created a multi-faceted career that keeps her relevant in an ever-changing and fickle business.
In this episode, we chat about getting over the fear of criticism and what it was like her first day on the set of Grey's Anatomy.
Live now at themindunset.com.
She is the Muse. Of course, we coddle her. Love her. And implore her not to abandon us. But sometimes, it takes running out of mustard to find her.
Yes, I said it takes running out of mustard to connect with the muse.
I know that sounds kooky but it's true. You see, here's the scenario. You're about to begin a project. The resistance shows up right on cue and you handle it by telling yourself you need to eat first.
When you go to make the sandwich, you find that you're out of mustard. Perfect! An excuse. I'll walk to the store and get some mustard.
And what happens on the way to the store? Life... that's what happens.
Episode 037: The Muse In The Mustard has a little bit of everything, Shakespeare, Vonnegut, and a legendary Spanish priest tossing mustard seed around like it's... well, seed.
It's live now at themindunset.com
Only two more episodes left in Season 3. There will be some big changes for Season 4 so stay tuned for that.
Quick Note: If you're a monthly supporter of the show, I'll be pausing your subscription until the show gets back online. You'll get a notification before we reactivate it to confirm you still want to remain a supporter. Thanks so much!
In a world that often demands our attention through a cacophony of sights, sounds, and messages, the art of subtlety invites us to pause, listen, and truly engage with the hidden depths that lie beneath the surface.
This is Episode 031 and it's live right now at themindunset.com.
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From ski instructor to cancer survivor to solo cyclist - Alenka Vrecek's journey is one of resilience and adventure.
In this episode, we dive into her incredible solo ride from Lake Tahoe to Baja, Mexico via the grueling Baja Divide trail.
Her story is a reminder that we all have our own personal Everest to summit. She inspired me to ride the Baja Divide myself last year.
Listen now at themindunset.com, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to your favorite show.
"Sleep, nutrition, and exercise are three legs on the same stool. If you're not sleeping well, it's like trying to sit on a two-legged stool."
Dr. Michael Grandner is the Director of the Sleep and Health Research Program and an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Arizona College of Medicine.
He’s published hundreds of articles relating to sleep and health and you’ve seen him on every major news platform such as ABC, CNN, FOX, and the BBC.
His research focuses on how sleep and sleep-related behaviors are related to cardiovascular disease, diabetes, obesity, neurocognitive functioning, mental health, and longevity.
If you're having trouble sleeping or know someone who does, this is a must-listen. Live now at themindunset.com or wherever you listen to your favorite podcast
Season 3 is live today and it starts with the story.
We're all storytellers. But are we telling the real story?
The stories we tell create the life we live in. They’re the scripts to our movie and every single day we tell stories that chronicle our triumphs and tragedies, successes and failures, powerful moments, and vulnerable moments; where we’re both hero and villain.
We tell stories about our life, our work, past achievements, and future goals. Stories about our lovers, our family, and our health.
All of these little stories reinforce what we believe about ourselves and influence how those around us see us.
But how much of the story we're telling about ourselves and to ourselves is true?
How much of it is deeply rooted in fiction and yet, we tell it without even noticing?
You know where to find us! Apple, Spotify, or over at themindunset.com.
In today’s world, everything you do is an audition.
If you put something out there that doesn’t represent the best version of you, you shouldn’t be confused about why it didn't have the impact you expected or reach the people you hoped to reach.
Sometimes, while trying to put forth the best version of ourselves, we make things more complicated than they need to be. It's in our DNA. We're complex beings but also much more than just the aggregation of 100 trillion cells.
This episode was dead in the water. Just 18 hours from the time it was to publish, I was staring at a blank page, working in a frigid Philadelphia library, and about to take my frustrations out on an equally frustrated heater repair man.
Then, he said something that made me want to hug his big ol' face.
Episode 025 is live right now at themindunset.com or wherever you listen to your favorite show
The holidays can be tough and they haven't even started yet. Well, here's a little booster episode to keep the Holiday Blues at bay.
We'll get through it together.
Episode 021 is live right now at themindunset.com or wherever you listen to your favorite show. Like. Share. Subscribe.
Shane is a native of Bismarck, North Dakota, and a photographer. But just saying he’s a photographer is a grave understatement.
He’s a Wet Plate Collodion photographer and if you don’t know, wet plate is the process of printing on glass with silver and other, sometimes lethal, chemicals. The process began way back in 1848 and was quickly abandoned for more modern and efficient techniques.
"Digital photography of today relies on technology. Wet plate photography relies on 170-year-old chemistry, a bit of magic, and some luck. I think it's important that as technology moves forward, we embrace and continue to celebrate and not forget important processes from the past.
Wet plate photography is one of those processes. Every time I show someone the wet plate process in person, they are absolutely amazed regarding the ability to get a photograph using some chemicals and pieces of glass that I cut by hand."
When I think of Shane’s art, I think of him as an Alchemist, a historian, and a channeler who, through this legacy process, captures more than images on the glass.
His work is being preserved in museums all over the world, including the Smithsonian Institute, Oxford and so many more.
His portraits are impactful, political, and honest. Some have resulted in death threats but he’s remained committed and dedicated to his path.
This is a long conversation, the longest I’ve done so far but it’s an important one. I’m grateful for Shane’s work, his mission, and his time.
Episode 020 is live right now at themindunset.com, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen.
Photo credit: Borut Peterlin / Photography
Live now at themindunset.com, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your favorite podcast.
This episode is all about creating in the midst of chaos, how distractions and excuses sabotage your joy, and whether or not inspiration and motivation have anything to do with getting something done.
No, Brain Weeds & The Joy is not a band. It's not the latest Ka' Chava blend either.
Brain Weeds, or Cranial Kudzu as it's known by its scientific name (there's really no verifiable science. I made it up), have become a real threat to The Joy.
What do you mean you don't know about Brain Weeds? The Joy? Holy-moly.
There is too much going on here to make sense of. You're just going to have to listen to the full episode to make sense of this mumbo-jumbo.
Thieves suck but you can't let them steal your joy as well. I talk about it in Episode 017: Vandals. It's live right now at themindunset.com.
It's difficult at times but try anyway. Be nice and do good stuff. Have a great rest of the week, friends.
Riddle me this. What do spiraled galaxies and apples have to do with cultural revolution? Well... you just have to listen to find out.
11 is live right now at themindunset.com or on Apple Podcasts. We're coming to the close of Season 1.
Only three more episodes. Have a great week, my friends. Love on your peeps.
Hola, friends.
Hope you had a great weekend. I'm stoked to share the cool trailer for this week's episode from our friends at KDrone Adventures Film.
Pepe Cheires is my guest this week and he and Team Mexico just won the World Cup of Photography competition. We talk about getting his once-in-a-lifetime shot and much more.
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Happy Hump Day, y'all.
Episode 7 is live. It's got a little bit of everything, like Granola. I hope you enjoy it. Have a great rest of the week.
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Hump Day and I'm talking about giving advice? Oh, boy – this could go very wrong. Like Rosanne Barr National Anthem wrong. Fear not, I dive in anyway.
Episode 5 is live! Listen at themindunset.com and get on the email list to see what kinda mess I can get myself into next.
Have a great week y'all. Be nice and do good stuff!
She's a songwriter, actor, and a truth-teller. Tayla Lynn is also the granddaughter of country music icon, Loretta Lynn, and the first guest in my monthly segment called Strong Coffee. Strong Women™
Tayla stopped by The Mind Unset for a cup of coffee and we talked. And boy, we covered a lot of ground.
We talked boob jobs, balancing family life with the limelight, and yes–what it was like growing up with the Coal Miner's Daughter.
This is Episode 4 and it drops this Wednesday, July 20. Find it at themindunset.com or on all the major podcast platforms.
It was a refreshingly honest conversation and you're not gonna wanna miss it.