Find Yourself, Change Your Life

#64: How to Develop a Curious Mindset: From Doubt to Inquiry

Do you ever shut yourself down before you even try?  Tell yourself “I can’t do that” or “I don’t know how” and just stop?  If so, then this episode is for you. Today we’re diving into how to shift from “I can’t” to “What if?” by developing a curious mindset. I share a real client story about career transitions, my own product business launch, and simple reframes you can use today. If you’ve been overthinking, stuck in doubt, or telling yourself stories about why you can’t, this episode is your invitation to get curious instead. Resources and Next Steps: Not sure what your decision-making style is? Get your free Human Design chart in 2 minutes. https://www.maryclavieres.com/getyourchart [https://www.maryclavieres.com/getyourchart] Ready to stop second-guessing yourself? Book a Decision Making Accelerator session and we’ll dive into YOUR specific style, with practical next steps you can use immediately. https://www.maryclavieres.com/decision-making-accelerator [https://www.maryclavieres.com/decision-making-accelerator] Find Mary Here: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-clavieres-19917a7/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-clavieres-19917a7/] Instagram: www.instagram.com/mary.clavieres [http://www.instagram.com/mary.clavieres] Voxer: @ maryclavieres Additional Resources: Mind Body Connection Unlocked (Book) [https://www.maryclavieres.com/book]  Listen to Ep 48 and the Decision Making Series [https://www.maryclavieres.com/decision-making-podcast] to learn more about your unique decision making style Thanks for being here!

#63: Mindfulness and Grounding Techniques for Busy People with Elizabeth Gilbeault

Have you ever zoned out in a meeting and realized you have no idea what anyone just said? Or feel like you’re running on autopilot from the moment you wake up until you collapse at night? My first guest on the show, meditation teacher Elizabeth Gilbeault, gets it. Even after 20+ years of practice, she still goes unconscious sometimes. The difference is, she knows simple ways to bring herself back. In this conversation, Elizabeth shares the exact practices she uses when life gets busy: the grounding cord (takes 30 seconds, works anywhere), 4-4-4 breathing (even if you’re skeptical), and how to link these to things you already do so you actually remember to practice. If you’re tired of feeling scattered, disconnected from yourself, or like you’re just going through the motions, this episode gives you simple, practical tools to come back to the present in clear, simple ways. Find Elizabeth here: Website: www.everydayenergywithelizabeth.com   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-guilbeault-3b16942/   Find Mary Here: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-clavieres-19917a7/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/mary.clavieres Voxer: @ maryclavieres Additional Resources: Mind Body Connection Unlocked (Book)  Listen to Ep 48 and the Decision Making Series to learn more about your unique decision making style Thanks for being here!

#62: How to Listen to Your Body: Simple Shifts for Body Awareness

Most of us don’t listen to our bodies until they’re screaming at us. In this episode, I’m sharing simple shifts you can make to tune in more deeply… whether you’re brand new to body awareness or ready to go deeper. You’ll learn three levels of body awareness: daily check-ins for beginners, emotion tracking for intermediate practitioners, and energy body work for advanced exploration. I share personal stories including my teeth-grinding wake-up call and how I teach my daughters to protect their energy in crowded spaces. If you’ve been living in your head and ignoring what your body’s been trying to tell you, this episode is your invitation to start listening. Resources Mentioned: Mind Body Connection Unlocked (Book) [https://www.maryclavieres.com/book] - Part 4 dedicated to body awareness Listen to Ep 48 and the Decision Making Series [https://www.maryclavieres.com/decision-making-podcast] to learn more about your unique decision making style Additional Resources and Next Steps: Not sure what your decision-making style is? Get your free Human Design chart in 2 minutes. https://www.maryclavieres.com/getyourchart [https://www.maryclavieres.com/getyourchart] Ready to understand your unique operating manual? Book a Decision Making Accelerator session and we'll work through YOUR specific decision-making style and what alignment looks like for you. https://www.maryclavieres.com/decision-making-accelerator [https://www.maryclavieres.com/decision-making-accelerator] Read Mind Body Connection Unlocked:  https://www.maryclavieres.com/book [https://www.maryclavieres.com/book] Let's connect: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-clavieres-19917a7/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-clavieres-19917a7/] Instagram: www.instagram.com/mary.clavieres [http://www.instagram.com/mary.clavieres] Voxer: @ maryclavieres Thanks for being here!

#61: Whose Emotions Are These? How to Tell What's Yours and What to Do About It

Have you ever walked into a room feeling fine and left feeling anxious or completely drained? Or had a conversation that left you feeling heavy, negative, or just... off? You might be absorbing other people's emotions without even realizing it. In this episode, I share the one question that changes everything: 'Whose emotions are these?' Plus simple practices to protect your energy so you can show up grounded and centered. What You'll Learn: How to tell if emotions are yours or someone else's Why you take on other people's energy The energy bubble practice How to prepare before and clear after meetings     Key Takeaway: Taking on other people's emotions impacts how you show up, how you lead, and how you make decisions. Just having the awareness to ask 'whose emotions are these?' can be a powerful way to reset yourself and stay grounded in your own space. Resources Mentioned: Listen to Ep 48 and the Decision Making Series to learn more about your unique decision making style Listen Episode #40 Human Design Explained: Understanding Your Unique Energy Blueprint here Additional Resources and Next Steps: Not sure what your decision-making style is? Get your free Human Design chart in 2 minutes. https://www.maryclavieres.com/getyourchart Ready to understand your unique operating manual? Book a Decision Making Accelerator session and we'll work through YOUR specific decision-making style and what alignment looks like for you. https://www.maryclavieres.com/decision-making-accelerator Read Mind Body Connection Unlocked:  https://www.maryclavieres.com/book Let's connect: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-clavieres-19917a7/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/mary.clavieres Voxer: @ maryclavieres Thanks for being here. I'm grateful for you. ❤️

#60: What Is the Mind-Body Connection? And Why You've Been Ignoring It

The mind-body connection. You've heard the term. Maybe you think it's about yoga or stress management. But what if it's actually about something much deeper?  What if your body has been trying to communicate with you all along… and you've been taught to ignore it? In this foundational episode, I break down what the mind-body connection actually means, why we're so disconnected, and what changes when you start listening. What You'll Learn: What the mind-body connection actually is   It's not just wellness talk. Your body is constantly communicating with you… through signals, responses, tension, and wisdom. Most of us have been taught to override these signals and let our minds run the show. But your body knows things your mind doesn't.   Why we're disconnected from our bodies   We're taught to be productive at all costs. Push through. Follow the path. Check the boxes. Over time, we stop listening to our bodies and try to operate purely from the mind. This is why so many people hit their 40s or 50s with a "midlife crisis", it's actually your body finally making you pay attention.   What your body is actually doing   Your body is trying to work WITH you. It sends signals (like my teeth-grinding wake-up call). It responds before your mind can analyze (like my daughter's sacral authority). It holds tension in specific places for specific reasons. When you suppress these signals, your body eventually does something more dramatic to grab your attention.   Simple ways to start reconnecting   Start with awareness. Ask your body in the morning: "What do you need today?" Check in throughout the day. Notice where you hold tension. Take breaks. Try talking to your body.  Key Takeaway: When you start listening to your body instead of constantly overriding it with your mind, it completely changes what opportunities can come to you, how you navigate life, and how you make decisions. It's not woo-woo—it's recognizing that you have so much more power than you've been allowing yourself to believe. Resources Mentioned: Listen to Ep 48 and the Decision Making Series to learn more about your unique decision making style Resources and Next Steps: Not sure what your decision-making style is? Get your free Human Design chart in 2 minutes. https://www.maryclavieres.com/getyourchart Ready to understand your unique operating manual? Book a Decision Making Accelerator session and we'll work through YOUR specific decision-making style and what alignment looks like for you. https://www.maryclavieres.com/decision-making-accelerator Read Mind Body Connection Unlocked:  https://www.maryclavieres.com/book Let's connect: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-clavieres-19917a7/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/mary.clavieres Voxer: @ maryclavieres Thanks for being here. I'm grateful for you. ❤️