Do you practice allowing your mind to wander?  To be imaginative and creative?  Do you day dream? It is a critical component to your mental self-care regimen and your quality “me” time. Rebooting your brain is a  must every single day! The Benefits to Practicing The THINKER MINDSET : Decreases dementia Increases intelligence Provides awareness and deep insight Helps to clarify your thinking and Gets you unstuck in toxic thought loops Inspired by Dr. Leaf Think, Learn, Succeed 16 mins. / Day recommended! GUESTS: Rebecca Wilcox and Becky Fisher We chat about the importance of:  being proactive with our self-care sticking to your morning routine disconnecting from social media Doing nothing decluttering FREEBIE: 5 R’s to taking thoughts captive  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/support

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095: The Thinker Mindset and the Vital Importance of Taking Your Daily 16-minute Mental Vacation or Creativity Trip (Clubhouse Mastermind)

God is so good to us! As we take a look at Psalm 150 (the last psalm in the entire book), what messages can we infer? We'll examine the psalm from several different angles, and you will sure to be rejoicing within minutes! Connect with me here (be sure to opt in!) Join our Facebook Community here.  Find me on the gram right here.  See our inspirational pins here.  If you would like a FREE 60-minute Thought Strategy Session, I'm here for it!  Reach out here! Thank you for your support! If you'd like to support financially, please click the Listener's SUPPORT TAB below.   zYBS2gqXwWICSJUTN4iK --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/support

094: When Praising God Is Much Easier than You May Think (Psalm 150)

This Clubhouse Mastermind on Controlled Emotions took a bit of a twist and became more of a discussion about faith. I was just about to close out the room when a young gentleman named Ashish entered.  You may want to go back to listen to Part 1, Episode 091: Your Mind Creates Your Feelings: Practicing Self-Control to Improve Emotional Health to have a better idea of the backdrop to our chat. He was drawn to the title of the room "The Controlled-Emotions Mindset" because he was personally struggling with handling his emotions. During our chat he shared a personal and life-altering childhood memory that he felt shaped him and had negatively impacting him to this day.  We talked about: the power of the mind and taking thoughts captive,  the Bible,  forgiveness,  our religions and faith and even how to pray.   Needless to say, I was not prepared really for this type of discussion, but I did my very best. I encouraged him to read through Psalm 139 (one of my favs) to begin to unpack just how much God loves him and has a great plan for him.  I wish I had thought about the passage where Jesus's disciples asked Him how to pray (Matthew 6) - this would have been such a simple answer to Ashish's question on prayer.   I would truly love to know your thoughts on this really important episode of the show - perhaps my most important to date!  Please email me at choose2think@gmail.com with your feedback! The podcast has now been heard in 35 countries. I feel so humbled so often to think that maybe this tiny little show, broadcast out of Midway, Kentucky, could impact the lives of others so far away.  May God alone be glorified. Let's stay connected: www.victoriadwalker.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/support

093: My Candid Conversation with Ashish from Nepal on Christianity (Clubhouse Mastermind, Part 2: Controlled Emotions)

Are you in the bad habit of faking how you really feel inside? Do you often feel one way, but pretend to feel another way?  Or do you have a hard time expressing your emotions in healthy and positive ways, especially those sticky, difficult-to-manage ones like: anger fear sadness frustration anxiety embarrassment shame unforgiveness self-doubt rejection Are you longing for freedom, authenticity, transparency, and intimacy in your relationships, but you don't know where to start?   If so, my guest today Jocelyn Jones, an ordained minister, is sure to help you!  She is a native of Hazel Crest, IL. She received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Iowa in journalism. After receiving her B.A., Jocelyn worked for channel 20, WYCC. She left the television industry to work at the ARK of St. Sabina, where she served for eleven years; eight of which were in the role of Executive Director. While working at the ARK, Jocelyn earned her master’s degree from the University of Chicago in social work. After accepting her call to ministry, she went on to complete her master's degree in theological studies from McCormick Theological Seminary. Jocelyn is an ordained minister and the founder of Faith on the Journey, a company committed to showing the world that God's word has the power to heal. She is the author of the book, Breaking the Power of the Mask, and a training facilitator with the Trauma Healing Institute. CONNECT WITH JOCELYN: faithonthejourney.org YouTube Channel  Facebook Free Mini Course and Workbook Snag Jocelyn's book here*. CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: www.victoriadwalker.com choose2think@gmail.com YouTube Channel *amazon affiliate link on book that may benefit my ministry --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/support

092: Be Your Beautiful Self! Isn't It Time to Remove Those Masks You're Wearing and Show Up in Authentic, Transparent & Intimate Ways? With Jocelyn J. Jones

Do you control your emotions or do your emotions control you? Use these 5 tips to help you recognize your emotions and process them in healthy ways: Understand that you actually make your emotions You are responsible to manage them Practice reframing toxic emotional moments (like extreme anger or sadness) to what they are sign-posting about your values Name your emotions, declare and write them down Feel what you're feeling (don't stuff, deny, or bury uncomfortable emotions) Connect with Victoria:  www.victoriadwalker.com 2 Part Clubhouse Mastermind on Controlled Emotions. Be sure to catch Episode 093 for Part 2. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/support

091: Your Mind Creates Your Feelings: Practicing Self-Control to Improve Overall Emotional Health (Clubhouse Mastermind, Part 1: Controlled Emotions)

Psalm 133 speaks of the sweetness and pleasantness of unity among brothers--and offers us two striking metaphors for this unity:  oil and dew. In today's episode we chat about Moses and Aaron (real-life brothers) as well as unity amidst diversity in our 21st century world.   We conclude with the reminder that God made unity possible through the giving of His One and Only Son.  The call is for us to consider our own relationships and to get rid of any toxic thoughts that may be causing division.  Check out this I CHOOSE GOD'S PRESENCE to remind you that God is always with you and He anoints you to do good work for His glory!  Connect with me at www.victoriadwalker.com You might enjoy this BLOG POST 3 QUICK TIPS TO HANDLE CONFLICT AT HOME  Want personal 1-1 coaching?  I'd love to offer you a 60-minute FREE Thought Strategy Session!  DM me for details at choose2think@gmail.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/support

090: Be Doused Daily with God's Goodness, Love, and Grace to Help You Thrive in Brotherly Unity, Peace, and Forgiveness (Psalm 133)

WILLPOWER MINDSET This is the mindset that allows you to persevere even when you don’t FEEL like it! (similar to the expectations mindset). Mel Robbins website https://melrobbins.com/ Referenced article: https://melrobbins.com/5-second-rule-hack-science-explained/ 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 GO operate out of habit on autopilot Switch on prefrontal cortex Momentum and control “Activation Energy” -- just START! Progress Principle - take small steps! Stop debating! Disengage OLD BAD HABITS and Create NEW habits for NEW rewards! Importance of Value and Identity Based goal setting “White knuckling” method needed sometimes Excuses and Thoughts that take us in the wrong direction and DECREASE motivation and willpower: I can’t do this anymore. I quit. I’m not good at this anyway. What’s the use? Nobody cares. It doesn’t matter anyway. This is too hard. I don’t feel like it. Special Guests: Rebecca C. Wilcox https://www.facebook.com/womencourageouslyliving/ Monica Thelmas @monicathelmas (on all social media platforms) Inspired by Dr. Caroline Leaf:  Think, Learn, Succeed CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: Your support of this podcast is greatly appreciated! Simply click the Listener's Support Tab for more information on how you can help us continue to produce inspirational, Christ-centered messages. Please be sure to subscribe, rate, and write a review of the show on Apple Podcasts. If you share a link on social media, be sure to tag me @victoriadwalker when you do! email: choose2think@gmail.com website: https://www.victoriadwalker.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/support

089: Willpower, Motivation, and Your Brain's Power to Help You Change Starting Today! (Clubhouse Chat)

Join Susan Mills, founder of My Autism Tribe, and me as we chat about the fascinating, maddening, and beautiful aspects of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Susan's mission is to educate and serve others dealing with family members who have ASD.  Our discussion takes many twists and turns as Susan shares her fight and voice regarding autism.  Some of our talking points include: rewiring the brain through ABA Therapy self-blame, shame, and guilt as a parent the before-bed practice of "positive speak" encouragement for those dealing with autistic children CONNECT WITH SUSAN: Facebook and IG:  @myautismtribe Website: Myautismtribe.org My Autism Tribe podcast Other non-profit organizations if you need additional information: https://www.autism-society.org/ https://nationalautismassociation.org/ CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: Your support of this podcast is greatly appreciated! Simply click the Listener's Support Tab for more information on how you can help us continue to produce inspirational, Christ-centered messages. Please be sure to subscribe, rate, and write a review of the show on Apple Podcasts. If you share a link on social media, be sure to tag me @victoriadwalker when you do!  email: choose2think@gmail.com website: https://www.victoriadwalker.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/support

088: The Fascinating, Maddening & Beautiful Journey of Parenting Your Child Diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder with Susan Mills

The expectancy mindset is crucial for emotional self-care and well being. Too often, we focus more on preconceived notions about our day, our life, our situations which cause us to sink into negative feedback loops in our minds and brains. Today's show walks us through the importance of fostering an expectancy mindset as well as how to practice it daily with practical examples. This mindset will help you avoid overwhelm, fear, and distress. Special guests include: Rebecca C. Wilcox https://www.facebook.com/womencourageouslyliving/ Monica Thelmas @monicathelmas (on all social media platforms) Topics include: Better do it, might get better! Psalm 5:3; Prov. 13:12; Isa. 40:31 Fasting, praying, worshiping and waiting Hoping in Lord Importance of Positioning ourselves to receive the blessing or the result of our expectations Thinking is believing to a certain extent Self-care so important Faith over fear! God’s word will not return void God will show us the path of life Inspired by Dr. Caroline Leaf:  Think, Learn, Succeed GET YOUR FREE: EXPECTANCY MINDSET PDF PRINTABLE/DOWNLOADABLE Connect with Victoria:  www.victoriadwalker.com I would really appreciate your support! Click Listener's Support tab below.  And if you rate and write a review on Apple podcasts, I'll send you a special gift!  OR if you share your favorite episode and tag me on social media, I've got something for you!  DM me your US Mailing Address at choose2think@gmail.com.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/support

087: Expectations vs. Reality: How the Proper Expectations Mindset Will Improve Your Emotional Health and Stamina Today (Clubhouse Mastermind)

What personal stories of victory do you have?  In what areas of your life have you been an overcomer?  Have you beaten a really bad habit once and for all?  Have you won recently at a sports event? Or maybe received a special certificate of achievement?  Did you set a goal and achieve it?   Are you a dream chaser, not letting go, not giving up on something that you know is a good idea? I might venture to say that every HERO made the win first in his or her mind.  You and I can do the same!   Featured inspirational story: Amy Purdy - Find her here.  Connect with me at www.victoriadwalker.com Want personal 1-1 coaching?  I'd love to offer you a 60-minute FREE Thought Strategy Session!  DM me for details at choose2think@gmail.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/support

086: How to Win Every Battle You Face One Thought at a Time (Psalm 21)

On today's CLUBHOUSE Chat, we discuss the JOYFUL MINDSET Top 10 Characteristics of Happy People: Foster deep inner satisfaction and sense of purpose Positive and upbeat Grateful to God Socially connected Serving, loving, giving Ditch the “if” or “when” statements waiting to be fulfilled Accept Challenges as ways to learn Laugh a lot (it is good medicine!) Focus on others and God Foster healthy habits (diet/exercise/breathing to relieve stress) We concluded our conversation by stressing the Importance of taking thoughts captive, intentionally choosing to think and staying yoked to Christ in the process.  Special guests on the show include: Shonda Whitworth  Violet Detre The Success Path Show YouTube channel Dr. Caroline Leaf Think, Learn, Succeed Connect with Victoria:  www.victoriadwalker.com Joy t-shirt --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/support

085: Joy in Your Heart: How Many of These Top 10 Traits of Happy People Do You Have Right Now?

My guest today shares his incredible life story as an inspiration to help you live the unlimited life God has for you, to see that difficulties are an investment for more fulfilment in the long term. How to work through hardships and trials: 1. Don’t give up 2. Choose your thoughts wisely 3. Focus on what you do have, not what you don’t 4. Take little steps in the right direction 5. Avoid self-pity at all costs 6. Know and trust that God is always working 7. Step back and rest when you need to 8. Be “available” for God to work - seek Him first, then wait 9. Remember you don’t have to know how because you know the “Who” 10. Allow gratitude to comfort you and lead you in a healthier emotional direction The first part of our interview, Nathanael details his three kidney transplants and dialysis journey. Stay tuned to the second half where we are a bit more conversational, making practical applications that you are sure to relate to especially if you are walking now through a trial or desert. Theme verse for today’s episode is Jeremiah 29:11: For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. CONNECT WITH NATHANAEL: https://www.nathanaelzurbruegg.com/ https://unlimityou.co/ Kentucky Organ Donor Affiliates (KODA):   https://donatelifeky.org/partners/koda/ CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: www.victoriadwalker.com CHOOSE 2 THINK MERCH & MORE: And if you know someone who has donated an organ, please consider gifting them with the t-shirt that says: “Inspired to give the gift of life” It has 2 doves and a heart - it’s a powerful message - there are man ways we can give the gift of life - through our words, our deeds, and literally, through organ donation. Click here to buy. SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Would you like to sponsor this show?  Please reach out to Victoria at choose2think@gmail.com.  Thank you as always for tuning in! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/message

084: From Victim to Victor & Why Our Thoughts Matter with Nathanael Zurbruegg a 3-Time Kidney Transplant Survivor

Our topic is about healthy stress! And you’re thinking wait how can stress be healthy?….Well, turns out it can!   Part of our conversation is based on Caroline Leaf’s book . In this episode we’re gonna cover a lot of ground including: Think, Learn, Succeed by Dr. Caroline Leaf We'll dip into these topics to help you manage stress in your life: Perspective is everything - reframe how you see stress Choose to make stress work FOR you not against you Ask for help! Enhance productivity by remembering the healthy benefits of stress, like clarity of mind and increased blood flow Write down the benefits of stress Practice breathing techniques Focus on being present during challenging activities Set your hard tasks to music Watch your thoughts! Snag your AFFIRMATIONS TEMPLATE here.  Check out our T-Shirts here. SPECIAL GUESTS ON TODAY'S SHOW: MARTHA COLLINS BRYANT https://www.facebook.com/martha.collins.bryant JASE KRAFT: The Science of Sports Recovery podcast / www.perfectmypodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/support

083 Engage the Healthy Stress Mindset Right Now so You're More Relaxed and Productive (BONUS CLUBHOUSE)

Take a deep dive today into the 5 R's of Taking Thoughts Captive. This is my signature process or technique in helping you live your BEST THOUGHT LIFE TODAY! Snag this infographic as a reminder of the process. Stick it on your fridge or at your desk! Check out this I CHOOSE 2 BE A BRAIN CHANGER TODAY t-shirt to inspire you to take thoughts captive. Connect with me at www.victoriadwalker.com Want personal 1-1 coaching?  I'd love to offer you a 60-minute FREE Thought Strategy Session!  DM me for details at choose2think@gmail.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/message

082: Keeping Your Joy (and Energy) even when Someone Says or Does Something Hurtful to You (Psalm 22)

How to let go....finally let go of past hurts and offenses acknowledge your pain and the injustice done but learn to re-conceptualize pray through it choose to forgive talk it out with an accountability partner, a trusted friend or coach remember how much you have been forgiven; God's love is extended to all His children soften the issue with grace as you wonder what "tools" the one who hurts you has in their "emotional tool belt"  empathize & offer a gentle answer to turn away their frustration forgive yourself so you can better forgive others set appropriate boundaries (make sure you're behaving in ways that are aligned with your values and abilities--not being pressured--it's okay to say no) release the weight once and for all; let someone off the hook to find freedom grow through the experience--ask God what you can learn, where your heart needs healing work learn to use your voice to respond appropriately REFERENCES: Dr. David Levy Dr. Caroline Leaf: Think, Learn, Succeed Dr. Timothy Keller: God's Wisdom for Navigation Life Featured Guests on today's show: Rebecca C. Wilcox with Courageous Living Joe Detre CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: https://www.victoriadwalker.com/ I CHOOSE FORGIVENESS T-shirt: BUY NOW --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/message

081: 12 Powerful Tips to Help You Release the Freight of Unforgiveness and Step into Emotional Freedom & Health Today (Bonus Clubhouse Mastermind)

Choose 2 Think is a weekly, faith-based podcast to inspire, motivate, and encourage listeners to choose their mindsets, attitudes, and thoughts with deliberation, wisdom, and consistency. You'll learn tips and tricks to overcome toxic thinking and to walk successfully into your God-given purpose. It's about real-life 21st century Christianity and the positive impact you can have on those around you. We explore what it really means to renew your mind daily, to find joy, and to live your life with deep gratitude. We'll also dig into Psalms and interview area entrepreneurs about their story. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/victoria-walker/support

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