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Mental Health & Addiction Podcast: Mind Matters by Gordon Bruin
Gordon Bruin
101 episodes
2 weeks ago

ShowNotes: The Power of Projecting Positive Thoughts
Episode Overview

In this inspiring episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of our thoughts and how consciously projecting positivity can shift our experiences. Through real-life stories and practical advice, you'll discover why your internal dialogue shapes not only your emotions but also the energy you bring to any situation.

Key Takeaways
Thoughts Shape Reality: Our minds constantly project what we think—internally and externally. Choosing positive thoughts changes both how we feel and how others perceive us.
Real-Life Transformation: Listen to a moving story about a 17-year-old client who overcame low self-esteem by intentionally changing her inner dialogue. Her week shifted dramatically when she started repeating affirmations like "There will be no problem here."
Energy & Frequency: Drawing on Einstein's wisdom—everything is energy—the podcast explores matching your mental “frequency” with the reality you want to experience.
Practical Affirmations: In moments of conflict or uncertainty, silently repeat empowering phrases such as:
I am strong.
I am brave.
There will be no problem here.
We’ll find peaceful solutions.
Featured Stories
Mark Divine’s Encounter: Former Navy SEAL Mark Divine avoided trouble in a tense situation abroad by projecting confident, calm thoughts—a powerful example of mind over matter in action.
Therapy Session Breakthrough: A young woman’s journey from negative self-talk to empowered living highlights that change begins when you decide which thoughts take center stage in your mind.
Actionable Advice

You can't stop negative thoughts from popping up—but you CAN choose which ones get airtime.

Try this experiment:

Next time you're anxious or facing conflict, pause and mentally project strength and solution-oriented thinking.
Notice shifts—not just internally but also in interactions around you.
Final Thought

Your mindset is your most powerful tool for shaping outcomes. Make the conscious choice each day to place positive intentions at the forefront—and watch as life responds accordingly!

Have a fantastic week!

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ShowNotes: The Power of Projecting Positive Thoughts
Episode Overview

In this inspiring episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of our thoughts and how consciously projecting positivity can shift our experiences. Through real-life stories and practical advice, you'll discover why your internal dialogue shapes not only your emotions but also the energy you bring to any situation.

Key Takeaways
Thoughts Shape Reality: Our minds constantly project what we think—internally and externally. Choosing positive thoughts changes both how we feel and how others perceive us.
Real-Life Transformation: Listen to a moving story about a 17-year-old client who overcame low self-esteem by intentionally changing her inner dialogue. Her week shifted dramatically when she started repeating affirmations like "There will be no problem here."
Energy & Frequency: Drawing on Einstein's wisdom—everything is energy—the podcast explores matching your mental “frequency” with the reality you want to experience.
Practical Affirmations: In moments of conflict or uncertainty, silently repeat empowering phrases such as:
I am strong.
I am brave.
There will be no problem here.
We’ll find peaceful solutions.
Featured Stories
Mark Divine’s Encounter: Former Navy SEAL Mark Divine avoided trouble in a tense situation abroad by projecting confident, calm thoughts—a powerful example of mind over matter in action.
Therapy Session Breakthrough: A young woman’s journey from negative self-talk to empowered living highlights that change begins when you decide which thoughts take center stage in your mind.
Actionable Advice

You can't stop negative thoughts from popping up—but you CAN choose which ones get airtime.

Try this experiment:

Next time you're anxious or facing conflict, pause and mentally project strength and solution-oriented thinking.
Notice shifts—not just internally but also in interactions around you.
Final Thought

Your mindset is your most powerful tool for shaping outcomes. Make the conscious choice each day to place positive intentions at the forefront—and watch as life responds accordingly!

Have a fantastic week!

Show more...
Mental Health
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Facing Fear, Finding Action: Lessons from Jeremy Renner’s “My Next Breath”
Mental Health & Addiction Podcast: Mind Matters by Gordon Bruin
18 minutes
3 months ago
Facing Fear, Finding Action: Lessons from Jeremy Renner’s “My Next Breath”

Show Notes: Facing Fear & Taking Action – Lessons from Jeremy Renner’s "My Next Breath"
Episode Highlights

Book Spotlight:
The episode centers around the memoir My Next Breath by actor Jeremy Renner, exploring his journey through trauma, recovery, and personal growth after a life-altering accident.

Understanding Fear & The Brain:
Discussion of the two-part brain model:

Prefrontal cortex (rational/logical)
Instinctive brain (driven by survival/impulses) How fear often holds us back from positive action due to our instinct to avoid pain.

Quotes That Inspire:

Helen Keller: “Security is mostly a superstition… Life is either a daring adventure or nothing.”
Epictetus: “What disturbs men's minds most are not events, but their judgment of events.”
Marcus Aurelius: “What stands in the way becomes the way.”

Jeremy Renner’s Approach to Fear:
Renner codified his fears—writing them down and confronting each one directly. He emphasizes that knowledge defeats anxiety and that it’s not what happens to us but how we react.

Action Over Anxiety:
Key takeaway from Renner's philosophy:

"The most important thing in life is to take action… Don't only think about things. Don’t just feel things. Take the first step."

Emotions alone don’t change circumstances; committed action does.

Practical Advice
Identify Your Fears
Write down what you’re afraid of.
Dismantle with Knowledge
Learn more about your fears—information reduces anxiety.
Take Small Steps
Even saying hello can be an act of courage if social interaction feels scary.
Commit To Action
Progress comes from doing—not just thinking or feeling.
Real-Life Application
Case study shared on working with individuals facing severe anxiety/depression:
Importance of patience, compassion, and gradual progress.
Pressure without understanding can worsen mental health struggles.
Love and support foster trust and small steps forward over time.
Additional Resources Mentioned
Book Recommendation: Indistractible by Nir Eyal — explores why humans are wired for continual dissatisfaction (hadonic adaptation) which keeps us moving forward.
Reference to Rational Emotive Therapy founder Albert Ellis overcoming fear through repeated exposure/action.
Weekly Challenge:

Write down something you fear this week—and do something about it! Reflect on your experience, regroup if needed, then try again. Remember: information and action dismantle fear every time—or at least make it less powerful.

Connect With Us!

If today’s episode resonated with you or helped you face your own fears, share your story or thoughts in the comments!

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Mental Health & Addiction Podcast: Mind Matters by Gordon Bruin

ShowNotes: The Power of Projecting Positive Thoughts
Episode Overview

In this inspiring episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of our thoughts and how consciously projecting positivity can shift our experiences. Through real-life stories and practical advice, you'll discover why your internal dialogue shapes not only your emotions but also the energy you bring to any situation.

Key Takeaways
Thoughts Shape Reality: Our minds constantly project what we think—internally and externally. Choosing positive thoughts changes both how we feel and how others perceive us.
Real-Life Transformation: Listen to a moving story about a 17-year-old client who overcame low self-esteem by intentionally changing her inner dialogue. Her week shifted dramatically when she started repeating affirmations like "There will be no problem here."
Energy & Frequency: Drawing on Einstein's wisdom—everything is energy—the podcast explores matching your mental “frequency” with the reality you want to experience.
Practical Affirmations: In moments of conflict or uncertainty, silently repeat empowering phrases such as:
I am strong.
I am brave.
There will be no problem here.
We’ll find peaceful solutions.
Featured Stories
Mark Divine’s Encounter: Former Navy SEAL Mark Divine avoided trouble in a tense situation abroad by projecting confident, calm thoughts—a powerful example of mind over matter in action.
Therapy Session Breakthrough: A young woman’s journey from negative self-talk to empowered living highlights that change begins when you decide which thoughts take center stage in your mind.
Actionable Advice

You can't stop negative thoughts from popping up—but you CAN choose which ones get airtime.

Try this experiment:

Next time you're anxious or facing conflict, pause and mentally project strength and solution-oriented thinking.
Notice shifts—not just internally but also in interactions around you.
Final Thought

Your mindset is your most powerful tool for shaping outcomes. Make the conscious choice each day to place positive intentions at the forefront—and watch as life responds accordingly!

Have a fantastic week!