Alese Johnston is a business owner, writer, and community builder Talks Mindset

6 Ghosts Of Fear

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1943216/fan_mail/new] The Six Ghosts of Fear 1. Fear of Poverty * The most destructive fear — the dread of being without money or resources. * Leads to indecision, lack of initiative, and dependence on others. 2. Fear of Criticism * The fear of what others will think or say. * Prevents people from acting on their ideas or being authentic. 3. Fear of Ill Health * Worry about sickness can actually attract poor health through stress and anxiety. * Often fueled by negative thinking or obsession with symptoms. 4. Fear of Loss of Love * Fear of being rejected, unloved, or abandoned. * Can cause jealousy, over-possessiveness, and emotional instability. 5. Fear of Old Age * Linked to the idea that aging means decline, weakness, or loss of purpose. * Hill argues it should instead be seen as a time of wisdom and accomplishment. 6. Fear of Death * The ultimate fear — of the unknown. * It often keeps people from living fully or taking meaningful risks.

Alese Johnston is a business owner, writer, and community builder Talks Mindset

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1943216/fan_mail/new] Alese Johnston is a business owner, writer, and community builder. She co-founded StorageTrade, a platform for buying and selling self-storage facilities, and leads Fabulous70, a movement that empowers women over 50 to live boldly. Beyond the Locks: Secrets to Profitable Self-Storage Investing. The future of Self Storage. Avoiding the top mistakes for first time self-storage investor. Due diligence: What You Don't know can cost you.

How To Apply A Success Formula

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1943216/fan_mail/new] Applying a success formula means turning it from a motivational idea into a practical system you can follow daily. Here’s how you can do it step by step: 1. Define Your Goal Clearly * Be specific: Instead of “I want to be successful,” say “I want to earn X certification in 6 months” or “I want to grow my business revenue by 20% this year.” * Break it down into milestones. 2. Hard Work → Take Consistent Action * Create a daily/weekly routine that aligns with your goal. * Prioritize tasks that actually move you closer to the result (not just “busy work”). 3. Consistency → Build Habits * Stick to your plan even when motivation dips. * Use tools like habit trackers, reminders, or accountability partners to stay on track. 4. Persistence → Overcome Setbacks * Expect obstacles and failure—it’s part of the process. * Learn, adjust, and keep moving forward instead of quitting when things get tough. 5. Review & Adjust * Regularly evaluate progress toward your goal. * If something isn’t working, tweak your approach instead of abandoning the goal. 👉 Example: * Goal: Get fit in 6 months. * Hard work: Follow a workout plan + proper nutrition. * Consistency: Exercise 4 times per week, meal prep weekly. * Persistence: Stick with it even if progress is slow; adjust workouts if injuries happen.

The Mindset Shift You Need — From Longevity, Gut-Brain Health & Self-Responsibility

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1943216/fan_mail/new] Why We Need a New Mindset in 2025 * The world keeps changing: information overload, climate anxiety, rising mental health awareness, and stressors that didn’t exist in quite the same way even a few years back. * According to the Global Wellness Institute’s latest mental wellness initiative report, we’re seeing that mental health isn’t only about being “not depressed” — it’s about brain health, resilience, and prevention. Global Wellness Institute [https://globalwellnessinstitute.org/global-wellness-institute-blog/2025/04/02/mental-wellness-initiative-trends-for-2025/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] * We also see rising research into how the environment — gut health, physical movement, mental stimuli — actually affects how our brains function over time. We need more than mindset pep talks; we need actionable, science-backed shifts. Key Trends & Mindset Shifts Here are some of the big trends emerging and the mindset shifts you can adopt to ride these in a positive, proactive way: TrendWhat It Means for Mental WellnessShift in Mindset / PracticeLongevity + brain health | It’s not just about living longer, but keeping your brain sharp, resilient. Resistance training, physical activity, mindfulness together help slow cognitive decline. Global Wellness Institute [https://globalwellnessinstitute.org/global-wellness-institute-blog/2025/04/02/mental-wellness-initiative-trends-for-2025/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] | “I am investing now in the wellness of my future self.” Include strength/resistance training, movement routines, etc. Not just cardio or “general fitness”, but targeted for brain health. Gut-Brain Axis | More granular research shows certain gut bacteria impact mood, impulse control, anxiety. Global Wellness Institute [https://globalwellnessinstitute.org/global-wellness-institute-blog/2025/04/02/mental-wellness-initiative-trends-for-2025/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] | Mindset: what you eat matters for your mental state. More attention to diet, probiotics, perhaps experimenting with nutrition. See food as medicine, not just fuel. Self-Awareness & Self-Responsibility | With so many external tools (wearables, apps, monitoring), there’s a risk of outsourcing awareness. But real progress comes when you listen to yourself, not just data. Global Wellness Institute [https://globalwellnessinstitute.org/global-wellness-institute-blog/2025/04/02/mental-wellness-initiative-trends-for-2025/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] | Shift from being passive (“What does my device/activity tracker tell me?”) to active—“What is my body/mind telling me? What do I feel? What do I need?” Cultivating internal awareness. Social Mind & Connection | Loneliness is being understood as a serious wellness risk; social cognition, belonging, shared experiences help wellbeing. Global Wellness Institute+1 [https://globalwellnessinstitute.org/global-wellness-institute-blog/2025/04/02/mental-wellness-initiative-trends-for-2025/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] | Value connection not just as fun or luxury but as essential. Make space for community, real conversations, rituals of togetherness — even small ones. Environmental / Exposure Wellness | The external environment (pollution, microplastics, even social/media exposure) is increasingly linked to mental health outcomes. Global Wellness Institute [https://globalwellnessinstitute.org/global-wellness-institute-blog/2025/04/02/mental-wellness-initiative-trends-for-2025/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] | Become more intentional about what you let into your life — what you consume (information, food, physical environment). Also consider small changes (less plastic use, filtering water, reducing harmful exposures).

Mike Todasco a Visiting Fellow at SDSU’s AI Center Talks About AI

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1943216/fan_mail/new] Mike Todasco is a Visiting Fellow at SDSU’s AI Center and former Head of Innovation at PayPal. He simplifies AI for everyday use and helps people unlock its potential through curiosity and experimentation. He shares how his failed startup taught him more than any success, fueling his belief that curiosity and constraint drive innovation. Now focused on AI, he encourages hands-on experimentation to solve real problems. Mike Todasco's AI Philosophy and Career Journey. Practical Applications of Generative AI, Ethical Concerns and Limitations of AI