From Procrastination to Progress: Taking Charge of Your Self-Care

Have feed back, suggestions, or questions? CLICK HERE to Send us a Message.Mind Pilot Episode 74In this episode of Mind Pilot, Dr. Jana Price-Sharps dives deep into the transformative power of visualization. She explains how this powerful tool, rooted in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), can help you shift your mindset around past traumas, current frustrations, or future anxieties. Learn how to use visualization to intensify positive experiences or diminish negative ones, all while setting clear goals for emotional healing and personal growth. Whether you're looking to release anger, reduce anxiety, or strengthen your confidence, this episode offers practical tips to master visualization and reset your mind’s GPS. Bullet Points:Visualization for Healing: Using visual techniques to address trauma and emotional pain.NLP Insights: How Neuro-Linguistic Programming influences visualization methods.Goal Setting in Visualizations: Importance of clarity before visualizing.Transforming Emotions: Techniques to reduce anxiety or amplify positive feelings.

Have feed back, suggestions, or questions? CLICK HERE to Send us a Message.Mind Pilot Episode 73Do you find your mind circling back to the same old issues, no matter how much time has passed? In this episode of Mind Pilot, Dr. Jana Price-Sharps tackles the reasons behind recurring thoughts and unfinished business. From relationship conflicts to unresolved personal guilt, she offers guidance on how to give your brain the closure it craves and provides practical steps for creating peace with your past. Tune in to learn how to break free from mental loops and start living a more fulfilled life. Bullet Points:UNRESOLVED ISSUES: How lingering thoughts and past events keep us stuckUNDERSTANDING FEAR: Identifying fear vs. reality in unresolved problemsCLOSURE TECHNIQUES: Practical ways to close mental loops and move forwardRELATIONSHIPS: Why unresolved conflicts with others keep resurfacing

Have feed back, suggestions, or questions? CLICK HERE to Send us a Message.Mind Pilot Episode 72Building on last year’s popular holiday boundaries episode, Dr. Jana Price-Sharps offers updated guidance for managing holiday pressures with ease. This episode addresses the specific challenges faced by first responders and military personnel, who often have to juggle unconventional schedules with family expectations. Dr. Price-Sharps explores ways to maintain boundaries by setting realistic time limits, communicating proactively, and keeping guilt at bay, so you can experience a joyful holiday season, even if you can't celebrate exactly as planned. Bullet Points:BOUNDARIES: Reinforcing boundary-setting strategies to avoid holiday stress and exhaustion.HOLIDAY EXPECTATIONS: How to navigate family pressure while respecting personal limits and commitments.COMMUNICATION TIPS: Effective phrasing to delay decisions and establish clear plans with family members.SELF-CARE FOR FIRST RESPONDERS AND VETERANS: Tailored strategies to help veterans and first responders enjoy holiday time guilt-free. 

Have feed back, suggestions, or questions? CLICK HERE to Send us a Message.Mind Pilot Episode 71In this episode of Mind Pilot, Dr. Jana Price-Sharps and Dr. Matthew Sharps tackle the challenges of emotional decision-making and recurring conflicts. They delve into how prior mental planning and feature-intensive processing can help change the toxic scripts we often follow without thinking. Learn how to implement a cognitive override to break out of automatic responses, whether in personal relationships or professional scenarios. This episode offers listeners practical guidance on improving decision-making by planning ahead and managing emotions more effectively. 

Have feed back, suggestions, or questions? CLICK HERE to Send us a Message.Mind Pilot Episode 70High-stress environments can leave lasting effects long after the danger has passed. In this episode, Dr. Jana Price-Sharps and Dr. Matthew Sharps explore how the body and mind react when the adrenaline stops flowing. They break down the science of stress, from homeostasis to how adrenal fatigue can mimic depression, and share insights into the cognitive challenges that arise when returning from the field. They also offer actionable tips on adjusting to life after these high-adrenaline experiences and how to foster better communication with loved ones as you regain balance.  Main Topics:ADRENALINE DROP: The body’s reaction to reduced stress and the impact on emotions.HOMEOSTASIS: The chemical processes involved in returning to a steady state.COGNITIVE SHIFTS: How stress affects thought processes and decision-making post-field.RECOVERY TIPS: Practical advice for smoother transitions back to everyday life.

Have feed back, suggestions, or questions? CLICK HERE to Send us a Message.Join Dr. Jana Price-Sharps on Mind Pilot as she walks you through a powerful visualization exercise aimed at reducing stress and enhancing peace. In this session, you’ll learn how to mentally shift from irritating moments to a place of calm and control. By reframing your focus and using simple breathwork, you’ll gain a tool to cultivate tranquility, even in the midst of everyday challenges. Perfect for anyone seeking relief from minor frustrations. 

Have feed back, suggestions, or questions? CLICK HERE to Send us a Message.Mind Pilot EP 69Join Dr. Jana Price-Sharps on Mind Pilot as she addresses the habit of procrastinating on self-care. Highlighting the importance of immediate action, Dr. Jana guides listeners through the process of forming a concrete plan for better health. From dietary changes to better sleep and incorporating positive activities into your life, this episode offers a roadmap to enhance your well-being. Discover the power of starting today and making incremental changes that can lead to a happier, healthier you. Topics CoveredSELF-CARE STRATEGIES: Practical steps to improve your mental and physical well-being.CREATING A PLAN: How to develop and stick to a personalized health plan.NUTRITION AND SLEEP: Tips on improving your diet and sleep hygiene.CONSISTENT HABITS: The importance of small, regular changes for long-term success.

Have feed back, suggestions, or questions? CLICK HERE to Send us a Message.Mind Pilot EP 68 On this episode of Mind Pilot, Dr. Jana Price-Sharps introduces the concept of cognitive overrides and explains how they can help you navigate life's emotional challenges. By leveraging logical thinking over impulsive reactions, you can make better decisions in both personal and professional situations. Discover how to apply these techniques to avoid common mistakes and maintain congruence with your morals and values. Topics Covered:Definition: Explanation of cognitive overrides and their importanceApplication: How to use cognitive overrides in everyday situationsExamples: Real-life scenarios demonstrating the effectiveness of cognitive overridesBenefits: Advantages of making decisions based on logic rather than emotion

Have feed back, suggestions, or questions? CLICK HERE to Send us a Message.Mind Pilot Episode 66In this episode of Mind Pilot, Dr. Jana Price-Sharps dives into the concept of the "Toxic Man Cave." While man caves can be a space for relaxation and hobbies, they can become harmful when they lead to isolation and avoidance of family and social life. Dr. Price-Sharps discusses the signs of depression that often go unnoticed, particularly in first responders and combat veterans, and emphasizes the importance of reengaging with loved ones and seeking help when needed. Tune in to learn how to transform your man cave into a positive space and reconnect with those who matter most.Topic Covered:TOXIC MAN CAVE: Understanding when a personal retreat becomes harmfulDEPRESSION SIGNS: Recognizing and addressing symptoms in yourself and othersREENGAGEMENT: Strategies for reconnecting with family and friendsSEEKING HELP: The importance of therapy and support for first responders and veterans

Have feed back, suggestions, or questions? CLICK HERE to Send us a Message.Mind Pilot Episode 67Join Dr. Jana Price-Sharps on Mind Pilot as she explores effective strategies for achieving closure from past events that continue to cause distress. This episode focuses on understanding the specific aspects of these events that your mind clings to and provides step-by-step guidance on visualizing their resolution. With compassionate advice and practical tools, Dr. Price-Sharps empowers listeners to address lingering emotional wounds, paving the way for a healthier, happier life.Topics Covered:CLOSURE CONCEPT: Understanding what closure is and why it’s important.IDENTIFYING TRIGGERS: Techniques to pinpoint what aspects of past events are still troubling.VISUALIZATION TOOLS: Guided methods to visualize resolving past events.EMOTIONAL HEALING: Steps to help your mind let go and achieve peace.