No man ever steps in the same river twice for it’s not the same river and it’s not the same man.” – Heraclitus In this episode, Ana Melikian takes us on a philosophical journey through the concept of change and how it shapes our mindsets and our world. Celebrating the 10-year anniversary of the MINDSET… Continue reading Exploring Change Through Philosophy: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Minds
Tag: Solo Episode
Embracing Relapse: Lessons on Change and Growth
Knowing that relapse is common and even a part of the change process helps you move forward.” – Ana Melikian, Ph.D. In this episode, the host, Ana Melikian, delves into the complexities of learning and change, especially how we can learn from our mistakes and missteps. Ana highlights an error she made on the show… Continue reading Embracing Relapse: Lessons on Change and Growth
Why Change is So Hard: Practical Steps for Lasting Transformation
Starting to understand why it’s so difficult to change and maybe understanding how the change process works really can help you achieve your goals.” – Ana Melikian, Ph.D. In this episode, Ana Melikian delves into the complexities of the change process and why achieving personal change can be so challenging. As this year marks the… Continue reading Why Change is So Hard: Practical Steps for Lasting Transformation
Embracing the Power of Restarts
Every day is a new restart, and that sleep before that can help us rest and reset and restore.” -Ana Melikian, Ph.D. In this episode, the host, Ana Melikian, delves into the concept of restarting and the importance of embracing new beginnings. She discusses how each New Year represents a fresh start, but emphasizes that… Continue reading Embracing the Power of Restarts
The Four Agreements: Always Do Your Best and Perfectionism
“We will be procrastinating because of the fear of not being perfect.” – Ana Melikian In this episode, the host, Ana Melikian, delves into the profound wisdom outlined in Don Miguel Ruiz’s book, “The Four Agreements.” As she explores the final agreement, “Always Do Your Best,” Ana emphasizes the importance of interpreting this agreement through… Continue reading The Four Agreements: Always Do Your Best and Perfectionism
Overcoming Assumptions: Third Agreement of the Four Agreements
“The problem is to believe that the assumptions we make are the truth.” – Ana Melikian In this episode, the host, Ana Melikian, dives into the intricacies of the third agreement from Don Miguel Ruiz’s renowned book, “The Four Agreements”—Don’t Make Assumptions. Ana illustrates the detrimental effects of holding assumptions as truth and how this… Continue reading Overcoming Assumptions: Third Agreement of the Four Agreements
Internal Vs. External: How Attribution Theory Helps Us Apply The Four Agreements
“What others say and do is a projection of their own reality.” – Ana Melikian In this episode, Ana Melikian delves into “The Four Agreements” by Don Miguel Ruiz, focusing this time on the second agreement, “Don’t Take Anything Personally.” Ana breaks down Ruiz’s perspective by examining the three core points he presents: nothing others… Continue reading Internal Vs. External: How Attribution Theory Helps Us Apply The Four Agreements
Transforming Self-Talk: The Impact of Words on Mindset and Growth
“Use words with care and attention.” – Ana Melikian In this episode, the host, Ana Melikian, delves into the timeless wisdom of “The Four Agreements” by Don Miguel Ruiz, focusing particularly on the power of words. Ana uncovers the concept of “self-limiting beliefs” or “mindset blind spots” and speaks about how to overcoming these obstacles… Continue reading Transforming Self-Talk: The Impact of Words on Mindset and Growth
How the Four Agreements Can Help Uncover Your Mindset Blind Spots
“I don’t have to react. I can choose how to respond.” – Ana Melikian In this episode, the host, Ana Melikian, delves into the powerful concepts presented in “The Four Agreements” by Don Miguel Ruiz and how they relate to mindset blind spots. Ana discusses the importance of recognizing these self-limiting beliefs, which she calls… Continue reading How the Four Agreements Can Help Uncover Your Mindset Blind Spots
Breathing – The Power Within
“We create these virtual lions that are chasing us all the time and keeping the stress up.” – Ana Melikian In this episode, the host, Ana Melikian, delves deep into the often-overlooked power of breathing. She brings to light how specific breathing practices can significantly increase our well-being and mental fitness. Ana starts by providing… Continue reading Breathing – The Power Within
