The Extraordinary Life Podcast

Episode 80: 7 Daily Practices to Clear Your Mental Clutter

This past month I’ve been talking to you about why you need to clear your mental clutter to achieve more mental clarity and see more success in your life. Wouldn’t it be great, though, if you didn’t have any of that mental clutter in the first place? Imagine… No running thoughts keeping you up at night. Better focus. Less forgetfulness. A calmer, less anxious mind… While it may not be 100% possible to eliminate all of your mental clutter, there are simple, daily practices you can do that will certainly lessen it. Listen to today’s episode for seven easy things you choose from to implement into your day for a calmer, clearer mind. Choose the tip that speaks to you, try it for a week, and let me know how it works for you.  HERE’S A PEEK AT THE EPISODE * [01:27] An easy breathing technique to calm your mind.  * [02:59] Clear your thoughts with movement.  * [05:30] Try this writing exercise.  * [07:00] A better way to escape from reality.  * [07:47] Stop making your brain do all the hard work. * [08:58] Take it one thing at a time.  * [11:04] The strategy that’s hardest for a lot of people, but works!  * [12:53] How to make these tips work for you.  SHOW RESOURCES * Read this episode on the blog. [https://www.crystalobregoncoaching.com/blog/7-daily-practices-to-clear-your-mental-clutter] * Book a free consultation [https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=12468754&appointmentType=13685104] with me to learn more about what it’s like to work with me, and if we are a good fit.  * Are you ready to stop drifting and start creating your dream life? Sign up for the DIY Design Your Decade Workshop [https://www.crystalobregoncoaching.com/design-your-decade-information] and get started today.  * Let’s talk! Send me an Email [crystal@crystalobregoncoaching.com] or a DM on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/createyourextraordinarylife] or Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/crystal_obregon_coaching/].  ENJOY THE SHOW? * Don’t miss an episode, follow on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/7HWZjZ5cmruy1vWFYSoV44] and subscribe via Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-extraordinary-life-podcast/id1586552831], Stitcher [https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-extraordinary-life-podcast-2] or RSS [https://app.kajabi.com/podcasts/2147490378/feed]. * Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-extraordinary-life-podcast/id1586552831]. IN THE NEXT EPISODE: Coming soon!

Episode 79: Your Diet Could Be Sabotaging Your Focus

There are so many external factors trying to get your attention these days that it’s no wonder focus can be hard to find. So why is it when you finally get some quiet time to focus on the things you really want to, your mind keeps wandering?  It could be that you’ve been conditioned to jump from one thing to the next, but it could also be that your body is working against you! Brain fog and inability to focus can be directly linked to the things you eat (or don’t eat), and in this episode, I’m calling them out.  Once you see the connection between food and focus, you can make small adjustments that will make your brain happier, clearer, and ready to get down to business.    HERE’S A PEEK AT THE EPISODE * [01:16] Why bother improving your focus?  * [03:24] Your soda is slowing down your brain. * [03:57] Rethink your relationship with fat. * [05:15] What more than half of the people listening to this are suffering from. * [06:00] The common culprit causing your brain fog.  * [06:38] The reason food sensitivities matter.    SHOW RESOURCES * Do you get enough Vitamin D? [https://www.crystalobregon.net/blog/do-you-get-enough-of-the-sunshine-vitamin] * Five reasons to drink more water. [https://www.crystalobregon.net/blog/five-top-reasons-you-should-increase-your-daily-dose-of-water] * All about food sensitivities. [https://www.crystalobregon.net/blog/have-you-been-feeling-a-little-sensitive-lately] * Read this episode on the blog [https://www.crystalobregoncoaching.com/blog/you-diet-could-be-sabotaging-your-focus]. * Book a free consultation [https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=12468754&appointmentType=13685104] with me to learn more about what it’s like to work with me, and if we are a good fit.  * Are you ready to stop drifting and start creating your dream life? Sign up for the DIY Design Your Decade Workshop [https://www.crystalobregoncoaching.com/design-your-decade-information] and get started today.  * Let’s talk! Send me an Email [crystal@crystalobregoncoaching.com] or a DM on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/createyourextraordinarylife] or Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/crystal_obregon_coaching/].    ENJOY THE SHOW? * Don’t miss an episode, follow on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/7HWZjZ5cmruy1vWFYSoV44] and subscribe via Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-extraordinary-life-podcast/id1586552831], Stitcher [https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-extraordinary-life-podcast-2] or RSS [https://app.kajabi.com/podcasts/2147490378/feed]. * Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-extraordinary-life-podcast/id1586552831].   IN THE NEXT EPISODE: Learn techniques and tools to clear your mind that are quick, easy, and that anyone can do.

Episode 78: The Positive Side of Positivity

When you think of positive thinking, what comes to mind? Optimism, maybe? Or sayings like “the glass is half full” or “look at the bright side”? These are definitely side effects of positive thinking, but they don’t fully encompass what positive thinking is nor why you should work at it.  In today’s episode, I’m sharing the very real benefits of positivity and how they will affect your successes in life, your relationships, and even your brain! Once I’ve convinced you that everyone should work on being more positive, I’ve got three easy ways you can increase your positive thoughts starting today.  HERE’S A PEEK AT THE EPISODE * [01:12] The positivity snowball. * [02:18] Positivity affects your brain in several (positive) ways * [03:35] Create an abundance of solutions and opportunities with positivity * [06:44] Why it’s important to distinguish between positivity and optimism.  * [08:05] Three simple ways to work on your positivity starting today.  * [10:45] The connection between today’s topic and why I became a Certified High-Performance Coach. SHOW RESOURCES   * Learn more about my 2023 Group Coaching Program [https://www.crystalobregoncoaching.com/extraordinary-life-info].   * Read this episode on the blog [https://www.crystalobregoncoaching.com/blog/the-positive-side-of-positivity]. * Book a free consultation [https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=12468754&appointmentType=13685104] with me to learn more about what it’s like to work with me, and if we are a good fit.  * Are you ready to stop drifting and start creating your dream life? Sign up for the DIY Design Your Decade Workshop [https://www.crystalobregoncoaching.com/design-your-decade-information] and get started today.  * Let’s talk! Send me an Email [crystal@crystalobregoncoaching.com] or a DM on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/createyourextraordinarylife] or Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/crystal_obregon_coaching/].  ENJOY THE SHOW? * Don’t miss an episode, follow on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/7HWZjZ5cmruy1vWFYSoV44] and subscribe via Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-extraordinary-life-podcast/id1586552831], Stitcher [https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-extraordinary-life-podcast-2] or RSS [https://app.kajabi.com/podcasts/2147490378/feed]. * Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-extraordinary-life-podcast/id1586552831]. IN THE NEXT EPISODE Finding it hard to focus lately? There are many things that can lead to lack of focus, and next week I’m sharing ways that will help you focus better and more consistently.

Episode #77: Let Go Of The Past For a Clearer Future

If you want to move forward toward the Extraordinary Life you’re craving, but find yourself feeling stuck or blocked in some way, it may be time to examine your past.  Whether consciously or subconsciously, the past can hold a powerful grip on your self-esteem and motivation. It can even cause you to self-sabotage the things that you really want in life.  If you think your past might be holding you back, today’s episode will show you exactly why you need to shake it, thoughts to examine, and all the benefits from saying “goodbye” to what no longer serves you. I’ll even give you a glimpse into my past and how it was affecting my business and my relationships.  Letting go of the past doesn’t mean forgiveness or minimizing your journey. Rather, it’s all about self-empowerment and taking control of your life and your own future.  HERE’S A PEEK AT THE EPISODE * [01:14] The past can have a powerful effect on your everyday life. * [03:35] A resentment from my past that was subconsciously holding me back. * [07:38] The precious gift you can give yourself.  * [08:32] Exactly why letting go of the past is so empowering. * [10:05] How to live going forward, so you don’t get tangled up in the past again. * [11:20] Look for the silver lining.  SHOW RESOURCES   * Learn more about my 2023 Group Coaching Program [https://www.crystalobregoncoaching.com/extraordinary-life-info].   * Read this episode on the blog [https://www.crystalobregoncoaching.com/blog/let-go-of-the-past-for-a-clearer-future]. * Book a free consultation [https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=12468754&appointmentType=13685104] with me to learn more about what it’s like to work with me, and if we are a good fit.  * Are you ready to stop drifting and start creating your dream life? Sign up for the DIY Design Your Decade Workshop [https://www.crystalobregoncoaching.com/design-your-decade-information] and get started today.  * Let’s talk! Send me an Email [crystal@crystalobregoncoaching.com] or a DM on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/createyourextraordinarylife] or Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/crystal_obregon_coaching/].  ENJOY THE SHOW? * Don’t miss an episode, follow on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/7HWZjZ5cmruy1vWFYSoV44] and subscribe via Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-extraordinary-life-podcast/id1586552831], Stitcher [https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-extraordinary-life-podcast-2] or RSS [https://app.kajabi.com/podcasts/2147490378/feed]. * Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-extraordinary-life-podcast/id1586552831]. IN THE NEXT EPISODE: Flipping the switch from negative to positive: Learn about the power of positive thinking and how it can clear the clutter from your mind to help you find clarity and success.

Episode #76: Clean Up Your Mental Clutter

Are you feeling…  * Overwhelmed? * Distracted? * Unfocused? * Lost? A lot of these symptoms point to an overflowing mind that needs to be decluttered. Just like it's impossible to find a safety pin in the junk drawer, you can’t expect your mind to perform when it’s overflowing.  If you don’t know what the next steps you need to take towards your dreams are  (or worse, don’t even know what your dreams are), it might be time to clean up your mental clutter.  In this episode, I’m sharing five types of mental clutter and how they are holding you back. All you need to do is decide to “clean house” so you can feel lighter, more focused, and back on track to achieving your dreams.  HERE’S A PEEK AT THE EPISODE * [01:05] Your physical space affects your mental health, too. * [02:30] Overwhelmed women in an overstimulated world. * [03:45] Five types of mental clutter that can cloud your mind.  * [10:45] The common thread that runs through them all.  * [11:35] Three things that are making your mental clutter worse. * [15:58] Where to start to declutter your mind.  SHOW RESOURCES * Learn more about my 2023 Group Coaching Program [https://www.crystalobregoncoaching.com/extraordinary-life-info]. * Read this episode on the blog [https://www.crystalobregoncoaching.com/blog/clean-up-your-mental-clutter]. * Book a free consultation [https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=12468754&appointmentType=13685104] with me to learn more about what it’s like to work with me, and if we are a good fit.  * Are you ready to stop drifting and start creating your dream life? Sign up for the DIY Design Your Decade Workshop [https://www.crystalobregoncoaching.com/design-your-decade-information] and get started today.  * Let’s talk! Send me an Email [crystal@crystalobregoncoaching.com] or a DM on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/createyourextraordinarylife] or Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/crystal_obregon_coaching/].  ENJOY THE SHOW? * Don’t miss an episode, follow on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/7HWZjZ5cmruy1vWFYSoV44] and subscribe via Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-extraordinary-life-podcast/id1586552831], Stitcher [https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-extraordinary-life-podcast-2] or RSS [https://app.kajabi.com/podcasts/2147490378/feed]. * Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-extraordinary-life-podcast/id1586552831]. IN THE NEXT EPISODE: Learn to let go of your past so you can face the future with positivity and excitement.