Do you find the more you try to stop thinking about something unpleasant, the more those unwanted thoughts keep popping up in your brain? Whether you're trying to quit thinking about an ex after your breakup, or you want to quit rehashing that conversation that didn't go well earlier in the day, it's hard to get your brain to stop thinking about something.
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May 4
313 — Tired of People Draining You? The Empathy Rule That Protects Your Energy Without Making You Cold With Dr. D. Ivan Young
The Mental Strength Playbook is out now. Order your copy today. Do you have someone in your life who only calls when they need something? Maybe it's the relative who always goes from one crisis to the next, the friend who vents for an hour and never asks how you're doing, or the ... Show More
55m 22s
May 1
312 - Avoiding a Hard Conversation? 3 Plays to Help You Address the Issue Head-On
Pick up a copy of The Mental Strength Playbook. Have you ever rehearsed an uncomfortable conversation in your head over and over again? Maybe you want to ask for a raise, address something that hurt your feelings, or share bad news—but you keep running the words on a loop, hunt ... Show More
19m 43s
May 2025
How to Stop Negative Thoughts & Reset Your Mind for Positive Thinking
<p>In today’s episode, you are getting a step-by-step guide on how to change your mindset, stop negative thoughts, and make your mind work for you. </p><p>What if the voice in your head — the one that criticizes, spirals, and second-guesses everything — could actually <i>help</i> ... Show More
1h 21m
Jul 2025
You Can Change Your Brain: Neuroscientist Explains How to Rewire Your Mind & Stop Negative Thoughts
<p>After listening to this episode, your brain will not be the same. </p><p>In this episode, you’ll learn how to stop negative thoughts, heal from past trauma, and reset your mind for peace, focus, and resilience. </p><p>Today, neuroscientist Dr. Caroline Leaf is here to share he ... Show More
1h 13m
Sep 2025
The Bible Says, “Renew Your Mind," But How Do You Do That With Negative Thoughts?
We’ve all heard it - “renew your mind.” It’s one of those phrases that sounds powerful on Sunday, but feels impossible on Monday when negative thoughts won’t quit. I know that cycle personally: waking up already discouraged, fighting fear before the day even starts, and wondering ... Show More
19m 17s
May 2025
Do THIS to Stop Spiraling (7 Steps to Instantly Break the Cycle of Negative Thoughts)
What’s been on your mind today? Do you ever catch yourself spiraling with negative thoughts? Today, Jay dives into the everyday negative thoughts we all wrestle with—and how we can stop letting them control us. Whether it's replaying awkward moments, spiraling into self-doubt, or ... Show More
28m 22s
May 2025
How to Stop Fighting Intrusive or Negative Thoughts-Passengers on a Bus Exercise from ACT
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<p>Intrusive Thoughts, Overthinking, ACT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Passengers on the Bus, Negative Thoughts</p>
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