Best Cheryl J Reynolds Podcasts (2024)

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Reframing Your Inner Narrative to Master Your Emotions 6:40

7M ago6:40

6:40

Ever felt like your emotions are the puppeteers pulling your strings, dictating every move and thought? Say goodbye to that illusion as I reveal the secrets to owning your feelings, rather than being owned by them. This episode takes a deep dive into the misconceptions surrounding our emotions and the profound truth that they do not define us. We d…

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Journey to Mindfulness with Simple Morning Meditation Practice 5:46

7M ago5:46

5:46

Imagine waking up to a world where every moment is infused with calmness and every breath brings you closer to serenity. That's the promise of today's journey into mindful hypnosis, as I, Cheryl, guide you through a simple yet potent morning meditation. This episode isn't just about finding peace; it's about weaving tranquility into the very fabric…

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Breaking Free from Anticipatory Anxiety: Three strategies for a Peaceful Mindset 9:22

7M ago9:22

9:22

Ever find yourself trapped in a relentless cycle of what-ifs and worst-case scenarios before an anxious event even happens? That's the grip of anticipatory anxiety, and I'm opening up about how to break free from this exhausting loop. In our deep dive into the world of stress and worry management, you'll learn to master the art of deep relaxation, …

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The Quest for your Authentic Self: A Dive into Self-Discovery 6:47

8M ago6:47

6:47

Ever found yourself asking, "Who am I beneath all these shifting emotions?" This year, my own query into authenticity led me to the most critical revelation of my life—finding congruence in who I am. Through my own experiences, including the struggles of writing a book and navigating a transformative coaching course, I unearthed the power of flippi…

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Letting Go of 2023: A Meditative Journey to Create an Awesome 2024 9:27

8M ago9:27

9:27

Are you lugging around the baggage of 2023 and ready to release it all? We guide you through a powerful reflection and intention-setting exercise to shed unnecessary weight from the past year and make room for joy and growth in 2024. We reveal a potent timeline exercise that helps you highlight experiences that made you shine and learn from those t…

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Discover easy ways to Sprinkle Mindfulness throughout your day 9:11

8M ago9:11

9:11

Could your daily routines use a sprinkle of magic? Discover how simple moments of mindfulness can infuse your daily tasks with intentionality and gratitude. Together, we'll reveal a powerful technique to manage anxiety and celebrate the ordinary, reminding you to start small and find joy in at least one aspect of your day. As the holiday season eme…

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Understanding Anxiety: Can it ever go away? 12:13

8M ago12:13

12:13

Does anxiety feel like a permanent fixture in your life? Suppose I told you it doesn't have to be. Strap yourself in as we debunk this common misconception about anxiety I break down the concept into helpful and unhelpful kinds, shedding light on how it affects us, and why it isn’t necessarily a life sentence. We delve into how our brains can be re…

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Journey into Holiday Calm: Recharge your battery with a guided meditation 18:47

8M ago18:47

18:47

Embrace the magic of the holiday season without the pressure of stress and exhaustion. I'll walk with you through strategies to keep your energy levels high and anxiety low in this bustling time of year. My own journey of balancing socializing with solitude during the holidays offers an intimate look into the importance of self-care and conscious r…

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Understanding Negative Bias: Utilize your powerful mind for a positive life 11:20

9M ago11:20

11:20

Ever wondered why negative experiences seem to linger longer in your memory than positive ones? It may surprise you to know that our brains are naturally wired towards negativity - but why is this the case, and how does it affect our perception and life experiences? We explore from personal experiences and Rick Hansen's enlightening book "Hardwirin…

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Forgive and release the past: two ways to move forward 9:45

9M ago9:45

9:45

What if the act of forgiving wasn’t just about others, but about releasing yourself from the burden of past regrets and mistakes? I'm not a huge fan of that word, but other terms might feel less loaded to you. Together, we'll explore effective strategies and tips designed to help you release the past and move beyond the boundaries you have put upon…

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Be a Mindful Parent: Nurture Mindfulness in your children 7:17

9M ago7:17

7:17

Ever wondered how to nurture mindfulness in your little ones? Walk with me on this journey as we explore how to preserve the inherent curiosity, joy, and playfulness of our children, while also shielding them from the burden of excessive adult worries. Get ready to encourage your child's immersion into nature and the world of sensory experiences. E…

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Reduce Stress and Anxiety with a fun breathing technique 9:50

9M ago9:50

9:50

Tired of feeling stressed out and anxious before your workday? I've got a remedy - a simple yet effective technique that uses creativity, silliness, and breathing. It's time to breathe from places you wouldn't dream of! This fun mini-meditation will bring some humor to your day while making you feel relaxed and calm. You can create an organic conne…

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A Guided Hypnotic Meditation to find the answers you seek 19:15

10M ago19:15

19:15

Have an answer that is not showing up? Need a direction on a new or old path? Join me on this transformative journey that promises to reveal the answers you've been seeking. You'll tap into the incredible connection between your mind, gut, and heart, walking through a calming environment setup that sets the stage for a gentle hypnotic trance. Our j…

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Break Free from the vicious Start-Stop Cycle: Instead, finish what you start. 9:53

10M ago9:53

9:53

Are you fed up with the vicious cycle of starting and stopping? I'm taking you on a journey to break free from your habitual patterns. Drawing from the wisdom and life journey of Anthony Trucks, a former NFL player who turned his life around after a life-changing injury, we'll explore ways to push beyond our usual stopping points and challenge ours…

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Explore the Mindful Teachings of Yoda 7:41

10M ago7:41

7:41

What does mindfulness and Star Wars have in common? More than you might think! Join us in this insightful journey, revealing the wisdom that can be distilled from the timeless character of Yoda. We delve into five profound Yoda quotes, illustrating how they can help guide you toward a more mindful and purposeful existence. Prepare to rewire your mi…

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Debunking Hypnosis Myths: From Fear to Self-Control 11:29

10M ago11:29

11:29

Let's debunk some long-standing myths about hypnosis and that it's the belief that hypnosis is a form of mind control. Believe me when I say, that hypnotists are not your puppet masters, they are your guides to harness control of your own mind. We will talk about the human mind and the role of the subconscious and its influence over change. We'll g…

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Discover a Playful Path to Confidence 9:02

11M ago9:02

9:02

Do you wonder why children seem more confident than adults? Do you find the concept of confidence elusive, something that fluctuates and isn't always in your control? Together, we'll unravel the mystery of confidence, discussing the difference between childlike self-assurance and adult anxieties, the power of internal dialogues, and how to harness …

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Four reasons why you should not use Mindfulness 9:28

11M ago9:28

9:28

There are four situations when Mindfulness might not be the answer and setting it aside might be the healthier option. First, we'll explore the importance of analytical thinking and how it sometimes conflicts with mindfulness. We'll then tackle the complexities of anxiety and fear, and how trying to force mindfulness during these high-stress moment…

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Achieving Goals with Hypnosis-Mini-Meditation 12:56

11M ago12:56

12:56

Goal Setting. Achieve your goals with Hypnosis. Learn about shifting your mindset to find motivation and direction. Consider the time it will take for completion of your goal. Consider something different, the reverse bucket list. Use your milestones to keep you focused. Embark on a mini-hypnotic meditation to bring your goal to fruition. Learn how…

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Trailer-Unleashing your Potential through Mindful Hypnosis 2:22

11M ago2:22

2:22

Are you ready to train your mind and transform your life? Join me on a journey where the power of mindfulness collides with the magic of hypnosis, promising to bring about profound changes in your life. As a seasoned hypnotist, I enjoy blending these two practices to create a powerful synergy that taps into your subconscious mind. Discover how you …

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The power of silence 6:08

2y ago6:08

6:08

37-Silence is powerful and it can bring us into a state of mindfulness Let’s take a pause for silence Silence… the lack of noise, the lack of chaos and loudness. Now when I talk about silence, I'm definitely not talking about external noise. Life has got busy as less connected. It seems that we've gotten louder and louder. When we can become mindfu…

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When Mindfulness is difficult 5:48

2y ago5:48

5:48

36-Sometimes mindfulness just feels difficult. It comes and it goes, and it's very fleeting at times and we struggle. Even I have trouble with fleeting mindfulness so you’re not alone. Most often, when I have to do a podcast, I have to do a lot of thinking about what I want to talk about what I want to say, what I want to get across, and it pulls m…

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Relax with a mini-mediation chair grounding 12:51

2y ago12:51

12:51

Grounding is a way to put you in the here and now. To settle your body to balance you out. If you think about it, this earth is like a giant magnet and we are rotating super fast as gravity pulls us down. It’s pulling us down into the earth. There are many ways to ground and this is just one of them. If you can go sit outside, but if not then find …

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Be present with those around you 6:52

2y ago6:52

6:52

34-Let's be present with the people around us. Extend your mindfulness with those you love and even those you don't. Being mindful around others helps you to build up better connections and it also allows you to learn to accept the person for who they are, not what or who you think they are. The person in front of you is who they are right at that …

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Four ways to improve your self-care routine 8:09

2y ago8:09

8:09

Self-care is important for your mind, body, and soul. Self-care can be improved by focusing on four mindset shifts For a long time, my self-care routine consisted of having a cup of coffee and relaxing on the porch. Well, it’s not really a porch, more like a tiny landing. But, as I went on in my little coffee bubble, I didn’t see self-care as anyth…

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How to deal with a loss of control 11:13

2+ y ago11:13

11:13

This podcast is about feeling a loss of control and a few suggestions to help you feel less frustrated, less stressed, and more in control even when you feel like you have none. Start with checking into yourself Give yourself some perspective. You always have choices even when you have no control. Know that you’re doing something right now. Remembe…

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Enjoy a mini-meditation in the garden of your dreams 14:26

2+ y ago14:26

14:26

A walk through a garden that you imagine on a beautiful day. Connecting with nature on a deeper level is so relaxing and eye-opening. Walking around a garden also puts us in that state of mindfulness. We feel the flowers take over our senses and we become more aware of the energy that this garden brings. So today, I decided to do a little mini-medi…

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Four Benefits of One Minute of Mindfulness Practice 8:28

2+ y ago8:28

8:28

30-So how can being mindful for just a few minutes a day change your life? Here are the four benefits of short, tiny minutes of mindfulness that you can do anytime or anywhere. So the topic today is pretty obvious. One minute mindfulness is even in the title. I know I'm so subtle, right? The initials for One Minute of Mindfulness are OMOM which I t…

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Feel more spacious in your life 6:20

2+ y ago6:20

6:20

I’m not talking about personal space, I’m talking about the space that is around you, me, and everything. Yup, it's all about space Most of us fail to even realize that space is the biggest thing in the room and it's right in front of our nose. So big, an elephant could fit in it. Talk about the elephant in the room! Space is everywhere and you are…

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It's good to feel sad 8:01

2+ y ago8:01

8:01

28-Did you know that it’s good to feel sad? THE EMOTIONS OF SADNESS ARE NOT ALWAYS A BAD THING. Feeling sad? Down? Gloomy? Melancholy? Some of us have these days and if they don’t last, then they are not bad. Disclaimer… if you are really sad, depressed, or suicidal please seek help. We all have days, when we just feel melancholy, under the weather…

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How to use a brain dump to clear your mind 10:17

2+ y ago10:17

10:17

27-Clear your mind with a brain dump It's like a spring cleaning and decluttering for the mind and it can bring your focus, clarity, and calm It’s like a spring clean for your brain. A “decluttering” of your thoughts. And it’s highly effective when done properly. Our brains are not meant to remember tasks and lists. In this episode, I discuss how t…

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Look up for a spacious mind 7:30

2+ y ago7:30

7:30

26- Lookup, gain perspective and calm your busy mind. Looking up to the sky above you can literally change your mind. So we have been told to look up our entire lives. Hold your head high, chin up. Make sure you look up and have good eye contact. Don’t slouch. I’m going to talk about looking up literally. Before I get into this topic, I grew up in …

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Five myths about happiness 8:38

2+ y ago8:38

8:38

25-Should you be happy? The pursuit of happiness is our downfall, here's why. I want to talk about happiness and the five myths that many people believe. Everyone's definition of happiness is different. We have a few beliefs that have been ingrained into our minds and these beliefs might not be all that true. We all want to be happy. As Americans i…

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Why is breathing always used for Mindfulness? 6:36

2+ y ago6:36

6:36

Why do we focus on our breathing when it comes to mindfulness? You can’t escape breathing. It is mindboggling how often we breathe. We might as well be mindful of doing so. Think of these mind-boggling statistics You breathe about 16 breaths a minute. 23, 000 breaths a minute 8.5 million breaths a year. Say WHAT? I told you it was mindboggling! Bre…

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Difference betwwen Mindfulness and Meditation 4:27

2+ y ago4:27

4:27

and Mindfulness and Meditation are similar, but they do have their differences Mindfulness expands as it’s something you can do all the time. Mindfulness includes active and passive outlets. You can be mindful of washing dishes, talking to friends, driving, and exercising. Yoga is also about being in the present moment through movement. What IS Min…

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Coping with the stress of watching war 11:42

2+ y ago11:42

11:42

This is a difficult time for everyone, especially the people in Ukraine who are in this war. This episode is for us who are on the sidelines looking from an outside perspective who also feel overwhelmed and a bit helpless watching what is happening. During these times the world can feel heavy with the weight of all this tragedy upon our shoulders. …

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Watching your thoughts and letting them go _Mini-Meditation 9:22

2+ y ago9:22

9:22

Let's be mindful and watch our thinking. As you become aware of what you are thinking, you can then let the thoughts go...easily. It's time to watch your thoughts that are floating around in your head. I know it sounds kind of weird saying "watch" the thoughts in your head because everybody thinks differently. When it comes to thinking, some people…

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Cultivate Self-Love, Mindfully 5:13

2+ y ago5:13

5:13

Love is important, just as important as self-love It’s February and love is in the air. So let’s breathe it in and infuse yourself with some self-love This podcast episode is about feeling self-love and finding appreciation for yourself. We beat ourselves up all the time, we think negatively about ourselves, we punish ourselves and we don't give ou…

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Three easy ways to start meditating 10:07

2+ y ago10:07

10:07

You want to meditate, but you're not sure how to start? I have three ways I’ll share that will be different than what you think. I love meditating. I always feel better and it calms my mind and gives me perspective. Meditation brings your mind to an alpha state of the brain, however, you go into and out of this all the time. If you find yourself da…

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18 - Behind the scenes podcast bloopers 9:53

2+ y ago9:53

9:53

Sharing a podcast blooper for your amusement. Podcasting can be fun, hard work but it can also be silly. I wanted to do something fun. Life is too serious at times and we can all use a giggle or two. Besides, I love to laugh. It’s how I connect to people and how I know I am on the right track. When I am laughing and giggling, all is good. This epis…

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17- Calming Meditation at the ocean shore 15:37

2+ y ago15:37

15:37

ENJOY THIS CALMING MEDITATION AS YOU WALK ALONG THE OCEAN SHORE THE OCEAN IS SOOTHING AND CALMING AND CAN RESTORE YOUR SOUL I now live in the mountains. But not always. I lived about a quarter-mile from the beach most of my life. I love the ocean and love sharing its wisdom with you. Imagine the ocean. The sound of the waves moving in and out, the …

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16- The Mayonnaise Jar_inspirational short story 7:03

2+ y ago7:03

7:03

A story of a Professor teaching his students a lesson in life An inspiring story about what’s important The Mayonnaise Jar, or Jar of Rocks. They’ve been called both. This is an inspirational story and if you have never heard of it, you’ll enjoy it. If you have, well I have another takeaway to add at the end. I’ve always called it the Mayonnaise ja…

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15-Three ways to increase your intuition 11:05

2+ y ago11:05

11:05

Intuition can be increased, and you can do it with these three easy suggestions YES, THE RATIONAL MIND IS IMPORTANT, BUT IT IS NOT ALWAYS ACCURATE WHEN IT COMES TO NAVIGATING THE WORLD. Intuition. One of my favorite topics. Right up there next to Mindfulness. I love “intuitive nudges”. “Gut instincts” “intuitive flashes”, that “6th sense” and just …

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14- Struggle with mindfulness -5 things to consider 9:42

2+ y ago9:42

9:42

Mindfulness can be a struggle for many people especially if you have never practiced it before. It’s not easy for everyone and we are going to talk about that today. Even though it’s a natural process, when you’re not used to it, it can feel foreign to you. It’s no different than me telling you to take a sip of water. But how do you do that if you’…

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13-Be a badass overthinker. Mindfully of course 11:09

2+ y ago11:09

11:09

YOU have a badass superpower and it’s in your overthinking mind I have 5 reasons to support this! Superpower, overthinking, and mindfulness? Really Cheryl? Have you had too much eggnog? Before I get into this talk, let me clarify a few things. First off, I'm not talking about overthinking which is debilitating. That's a whole other cup of tea. I al…

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12-A simple way to start a mindfulness practice 11:06

2+ y ago11:06

11:06

A simple way to start a mindfulness practice It will take you no time, but the little time you do take will be invaluable to your life. This is less about learning and more about not thinking. You can see the previous where I talk about why I don’t care for new years resolutions here. So when it comes to creating a “new” practice around the new yea…

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11-Enjoy the holiday lights-mini-meditation and reflection 8:15

2+ y ago8:15

8:15

Enjoy mini-meditation to reflect upon the beauty and inspiration of the holiday lights The holidays are considered one of the busiest times but we can take a few minutes of mindfulness to appreciate this magical aspect of this time of the year. The winter solstice is actually the first day of winter, but it is also the shortest day of the year. Thi…

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10 - choose a word of the year instead of new years resolution 10:00

2+ y ago10:00

10:00

New Year’s resolutions don’t have the best track record, so instead choose your word of the year…mindfully, of course. I AM GOING TO TALK ABOUT A FEW REASONS WHY CHOOSING YOUR WORD OF THE YEAR CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE How do we do that? A WORD OF THE YEAR When we create our word of the year, we get intentional. We look back to our previous word and the…

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9 - Enjoy a cup of coffee...mindfully 9:30

2+ y ago9:30

9:30

It's a privilege to have a good cup of coffee So here is your one minute of mindfulness for today. Get yourself your cup of coffee. I have an ongoing joke with my mother. She makes a cup of coffee that when you hold it up to the light, you can see the forest behind it. I jokingly tell her she makes “piss water,” She tells me mine is too strong, how…

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8-Times when I am not so mindful 9:01

2+ y ago9:01

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I have my moments when I am not mindful either. I will share the least mindful times in my life. Cheryl, when are you not mindful? Are there any areas in your life that you have a hard time being mindful of? So I came across mindfulness a while ago, mostly because I wasn't a huge overthinker and I had some anxiety and I also just had this sense of …

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