In this episode of the Mindset Mentor podcast, we’re diving deep into the psychology behind our political beliefs and why they can feel so intense and polarizing. Ever wondered why you and your friends seem to live in different realities when it comes to politics? 🤔 Discover the hidden psychological forces that shape our views, from tribalism to confirmatio ... Show More
Nov 21
Success is hard until you build systems like this
Are you making success harder than it needs to be? In this episode, I break down the systems that make discipline automatic—so you no longer rely on memory, motivation, or mood. You’ll learn how automation, environment design, habit stacking, friction, default decisions, and acco ... Show More
17m 16s
Nov 20
How to Be So Productive it Feels Illegal
Why does productivity feel so hard even when you want it badly? In this episode, I break down why your brain fights you, how to flip your internal “motivation switch,” and the real reason discipline feels impossible. Feeling stuck? It's time to take back control. If you're ready ... Show More
15m 31s
Nov 19
How to Quiet Your Anxious Mind
Have you ever felt like your brain is working against you? In this episode, I explain why anxiety shows up, how it’s an outdated survival system, and how to turn the volume down using simple, science-backed tools. You’ll learn how to be calm, take back control, and feel grounded ... Show More
16m 43s
Sep 29
How to Believe in Yourself: Carl Rogers and Humanistic Psychology
Dr. Rick and Forrest explore humanistic psychology, the mid-20th century movement that redefined how therapists relate to clients. It challenged the pessimism of Freud and the mechanism of behaviorism, offering a more hopeful alternative: that our nature is fundamentally good, an ... Show More
1h 21m
Jun 2024
Silent Minds: How Life Changes Without an Inner Monologue w/John R. Miles EP 468
<p>Do you have a voice that constantly speaks to you throughout the day? For most people, the answer is 'Yes.' This inner voice aids in decision-making, problem-solving, and self-reflection. However, some people live without this inner monologue, a phenomenon called anendophasia. ... Show More
23m 18s
Sep 18
How to Have a (Good) Life Crisis: Authenticity, Healthy Discontent, and the Anxiety of Choice
Dr. Rick and Forrest explore how to use a life crisis productively, drawing on developmental stage theories, existential philosophy, literature, personal experience, and Rick’s clinical work. They examine the anxieties of death, freedom, responsibility, and choice that often unde ... Show More
1h 12m
Dec 2024
SPECIAL: How Two Hard-Charging Busy Entrepreneurs Turn Off Their Brains, Meditate, De-Stress, Relax & Raise Kids: Anxiety Hacks & More With Katie Krimitsos
Today I have something a little different for you that I think you’ll love. It’s an interview I did with the incredible Ben Greenfield and I’m sharing it with you here because our conversation was so pure and full of insights on how to navigate the holidays - and your whole life ... Show More
59m 52s
Aug 18
Mingyur Rinpoche: A Meditation Master on Anxiety, Awareness, and Awakening
Dr. Rick and Forrest are joined by Mingyur Rinpoche, a renowned Tibetan Buddhist teacher, to explore calming anxiety with awareness, relaxing unhealthy wanting, and finding a deeper sense of our innate goodness. Rinpoche shares how a near-death experience during his four-year “wa ... Show More
1h 8m