Your Mind On is a weekly podcast that delves into the world of psychology to teach listeners about psychological concepts, groundbreaking studies, and psychological conditions.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
Your Mind On Podcast
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Your Mind On is a weekly podcast that delves into the world of psychology to teach listeners about psychological concepts, groundbreaking studies, and psychological conditions.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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July 2, 2026
Grit Vs Quit
<p>We live in a culture that absolutely worships perseverance. From the time we are kids, we are fed a steady diet of motivational catchphrases telling us to "never give up," to "grind it out," and that "quitters never win." We’ve been conditioned to view walking away as the ultimate personal failure.</p><p>But in this episode of Your Mind On, we are completely flipping that script.</p><p>Host John Shaw takes a deep dive into the behavioral neuroscience and clinical research behind what happens to our minds and bodies when we refuse to let go. Exploring Goal Disengagement Theory, the neurological command centers of the brain, and the literal biological "invoice" of misguided persistence—including chronic cortisol spikes and systemic inflammation—we uncover why strategic quitting isn’t a sign of weakness. It is an advanced, vital tool for psychological survival and neuroplastic healing. </p><p>Pull up a chair, grab your coffee, and settle in as we get your mind on the hidden strength it takes to close a chapter, drop the heavy baggage, and clear the path for something new. </p><p><strong>Connect With The Show:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Website:</strong> <a href="http://yourmindonpodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">yourmindonpodcast.com</a> (Stream episodes, read bios, and check out the merch store!) </li><li><strong>Email:</strong> hello@yourmindonpodcast.com </li><li><strong>Instagram:</strong> @yourmindonpodcast </li></ul><p><strong>Music Credits:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Intro & Outro Theme:</strong> More Now Than Ever by North Sphere</li><li>Courtesy of Epidemic Sound</li></ul><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
June 29, 2026
Mindfulness Monday 17
<p><strong>Are you experiencing the mid-year slump, or is your focus exactly where it needs to be?</strong></p><p>We have officially crossed the exact midpoint of the year. Six months are behind us, and six months lie directly ahead. In psychology, this calendar threshold is a critical intervention point. The initial novelty and momentum of January have long faded, and the friction of daily life often causes us to unconsciously drift away from our core intentions, leaving us feeling stuck in a monotonous, reactive routine.</p><p>To mark this pivotal seasonal transition, we are breaking our usual format for a special, high-impact Mid-Year Alignment Check.</p><p>In this 10-minute Mindfulness Monday session, we step out of the daily grind to perform a clean, non-judgmental psychological audit of our trajectory. By navigating three deliberate internal checkpoints—identifying the drift, dropping heavy cognitive cargo, and locking onto a single macro-focus—you will shatter the mid-year slump, clear the mental slate, and reclaim absolute intentionality for the second half of the year.</p><p><br></p><h3><strong>In this session, we’ll cover:</strong></h3><ul><li>An alignment check framing the unique psychological importance of the mid-year mark.</li><li>A guided internal audit to pinpoint where your habits or boundaries have unconsciously drifted.</li><li>A somatic release sequence to unbuckle the weight, stress, and expectations of the past six months.</li><li>A tactical framework to isolate your "Single Pivot"—the one macro-focus that will define your trajectory moving forward.</li></ul><p><strong>Take ten minutes this morning to clear the slate, reset your compass, and own the second half of your year.</strong></p><p><br></p><h3><strong>Connect With Us:</strong></h3><p>We’d love to hear what your "Single Pivot" focus is for the rest of the year!</p><p><br></p><ul><li><strong>Website:</strong> <a href="https://yourmindonpodcast.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">yourmindonpodcast.com</a></li><li><strong>Instagram:</strong> <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.instagram.com/yourmindonpodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@yourmindonpodcast</a></li></ul><h3><strong>The Sounds of Mindfulness Monday:</strong></h3><p>To help you find your center, today’s episode featured:</p><p><br></p><ul><li><strong>Intro:</strong> Spent a Whole Day in My Head by Rebecca Mardal</li><li><strong>The Audit:</strong> ebb by bomull</li><li><strong>Outro:</strong> Finetuned Fiesta by Dusty Decks</li></ul><p>Music provided by Epidemic Sound.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
June 25, 2026
Waffle House Diplomacy
<p>If you’ve spent any time on social media over the last few years, you know how heavy, divisive, and exhausting the digital landscape can feel. But recently, an unexpected breakthrough has been taking over our feeds: viral videos of international World Cup fans experiencing everyday American culture for the very first time. From the Scottish "Tartan Army" taking over the historic streets of Boston, to Japanese fans discovering Texas barbecue, to a college town in Kansas completely adopting the national team from Algeria, these moments are reflecting something profound back to us. </p><p>In this episode of Your Mind On, host John Shaw breaks down the psychology of the "Tourist Mirror". Why are these simple videos of outsiders finding pure awe in our mundane, everyday spaces—like a late-night 24-hour diner—doing more than just making us smile? Why do they feel so deeply restorative? </p><p>We dive into the hard science of <strong>Attention Restoration Theory</strong> and "soft fascination," explore how witnessing outsider joy acts as a cognitive intervention for the <strong>Hedonic Treadmill</strong>, and look at how face-to-face micro-hospitality satisfies Gordon Allport’s foundational <strong>Contact Hypothesis</strong> to shatter our media-driven tribalism. </p><p>Finally, we pull the chair up close and turn this entire psychological framework inward. We discuss how the exact same mechanics that are healing our national collective fatigue can be applied to individual self-esteem. Learn how to become an "Internal Tourist" in your own mind, disrupt internalized shame loops using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) <strong>Opposite Actions</strong>, and learn to look at your own weathered history with grace, curiosity, and compassion. </p><p>Turn off the curated outrage on your screens, turn off the toxic news cycle inside your head, and let’s get Your Mind On. </p><p><strong>Connect with the Show:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Website:</strong> Stream episodes, learn more about the show, and check out the merch store at <a href="http://yourmindonpodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">yourmindonpodcast.com</a></li><li> </li><li><strong>Email:</strong> Reach out with comments, questions, or topic suggestions at hello@yourmindonpodcast.com </li><li><strong>Instagram:</strong> Follow the conversation @yourmindonpodcast </li></ul><p><strong>Music Credit:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Intro/Outro Music:</strong> "More Now Than Ever" by North Sphere, provided via Epidemic Sound.</li></ul><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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