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As a graduate student, therapist and overall psychology fan, Myranda has a lot on her mind. And what else to do with it all then make a podcast? From real evidence-based tips + research, Florida Man mental health cases and more, this show reaches out to listeners in hopes of educating every day people on ways to improve their mental health. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goldmind-talks/support

Myranda Rodriguez


    • Aug 31, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 22m AVG DURATION
    • 20 EPISODES


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    How to be a Better Listener

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2020 23:08


    On this episode, Myranda discusses the benefits of sharpening our active listening skills. Tune in to learn what active listening is, why it matters, and how you can strengthen this skill. Active listening is an easy way to improve your communication and conflict resolution skills, and will benefit you in your personal and professional life too. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goldmind-talks/support

    When You're Tired, Weary, and Ready to Give Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2020 20:48


    On this week's episode Myranda talks about growth and the tempting desire to give up when things get tough. Tune in to catch up on how Goldmind came to be what it is today, and what that meant for Myranda lately. Have a great week and be safe yall! Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and leave a 5-star review. Follow us on Instagram: @goldmindwellness --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goldmind-talks/support

    #MentalHealthMonday: Using Visualization to Make Your Dreams Come True

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2020 13:44


    On this week's #MentalHealthMonday episode, Myranda talks about the benefits of a therapeutic technique called visualization. Similar to what seems to be the new trend of 'manifesting' our goals, visualization is a meditative practice in which we vividly imagine a desired feeling, improvement or outcome, as if it has already happened. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and leave us a five star review. IG: @goldmindwellness  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goldmind-talks/support

    Cultivating Friendships + Sister with Ashley McFarlane

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2020 34:14


    On this week's episode, we welcome back our guest host Ms. Ashley McFarlane, for discussion on how friendships change throughout adulthood. This week we discussed expectations, love languages, knowing when a friendship is costing you too much, and more.  Click play and dive in our clinical knowledge and personal experiences of friendship. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and give us a 5-star review! Follow us on IG: @goldmindwellness --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goldmind-talks/support

    BIPOC Mental Health Month

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2020 24:35


    Myranda is back for BIPOC Mental Health Month ready to catch you up to speed on quite a few things. Here's what you can expect on this episode: - What does BIPOC mean? - Basics of racism (like real basic, but enough to get familiar) - How race, racism and mental health intersect. All information provided on this week's episode can be found on MHAnational.org but please know that I am not profiting or being sponsored by them in any way! Google "MHA BIPOC toolkit" to learn more. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goldmind-talks/support

    Goldmind For Kids

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2020 16:18


    On this episode, Myranda is joined by four co-hosts who discuss mental health basics: what is mental health? how do we cope with stress or depression? who can we talk to? and how does our physical health play a role in our mental health? Check out the @goldmindwellness IG every Thursday night for the latest episode of #SpeakOnIt. SUBSCRIBE and leave us a 5-star review! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goldmind-talks/support

    Mental Health Tune-Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2020 20:32


    On the latest episode of Goldmind Talks, we discuss what a 'mental health tune-up' is and how to perform it. Join us on this week's episode as we explore triggers and warning signs as well as identifying self-care practices and coping skills. Watch the new @goldmindwellness IGTV series #SpeakOnIt starting this Thursday, 6/18 at 7PM EST. We'll be talking about current events as well as giving you FREE game on mental health resources and therapy. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goldmind-talks/support

    The 5 Stages of Grief - RIP George Floyd

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2020 23:43


    On this week's episode, we explore the five stages of grief from a therapeutic perspective. Tune in and learn about shock/denial, anger, bargaining, acceptance and depression and how they can be understood in terms of racism, police brutality and the killing of George Floyd. In memory of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and the countless other black lives lost to racism and police brutality. Information on stages is from therapistaid.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goldmind-talks/support

    #MentalHealthMonday Tips On Supporting Someone With Depression

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2020 22:13


    It's the last week of Mental Health Month and Myranda is answering a frequently asked question: "How do you support someone with depression/mental illness?" Short answer: There is no magic pill or step-by-step guide. There is no perfect or "right" answer. The best way to support someone with any type of mental illness is to be a positive influence, listen, encourage healthy habits, and take care of yourself too! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goldmind-talks/support

    Mental Health Month! Thoughts + Tips for Depression

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2020 42:07


    May is Mental Health Month! This week, Myranda is talking about what depression "looks like", how to help someone who may be depressed, and sharing thoughts, tips and personal experiences about depression.  Follow on IG @goldmindwellness and make sure to SUBSCRIBE and leave a 5-star review! If you are someone you know is having thoughts of wanting to kill themself or someone else, please call 911 or 211. I cannot provide therapy via dm or email. This episode is not a form of therapy or medical treatment. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goldmind-talks/support

    #MentalHealthMonday: Locus of Control

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2020 12:37


    It's #mentalhealthmonday and this week, Myranda is talking about motivation and personality. What motivates you? Tune in to learn about Psychologist Julian Rotter's theory of personality that delves into Locus of Control. Myranda discusses what the two different types of locus of control are and how reframing your thoughts can be beneficial. FREE handout + worksheet: https://bit.ly/3dol3Xl SUBSCRIBE and leave us a 5-star review telling us which episode is your favorite! FOLLOW IG: @goldmindwellness --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goldmind-talks/support

    You're Never Going to Make Everyone Happy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2020 20:11


    This week on Goldmind Talks, Myranda discusses the harsh reality of life: No matter how hard we try, we'll never make EVERYONE happy. It's just not possible. So why not do what makes you happy first? Myranda talks about one of the most important life lesson's she learned as a teen in order to help her realize how important it is to live for YOU. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goldmind-talks/support

    #MentalHealthMonday: How Do You Take Care of Yourself?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2020 17:50


    On this week's #MentalHealthMonday episode, Myranda talks about the question that changed her entire life and the importance of living and not just surviving. Tune in to learn about coping skills, what they are, and why they're so useful. Follow us on IG: @goldmindwellness --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goldmind-talks/support

    Staying Sane + Safe at Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2020 31:16


    In this week's episode, Myranda talks about her latest IG TV (@goldmindwellness) and the aggressive atmosphere of bullying people into productivity. With COVID-19 still disrupting our normal day-to-day lives, Myranda shares a few tips on how to be present, recharge and practice gratitude and mindfulness for our bodies. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goldmind-talks/support

    Expectation vs. Reality: Setting Goals

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2020 19:57


    On this episode, Myranda offers a free download for her goal guide as well as 3 tips on how to set goals and REACH them. If you're struggling with keeping yourself accountable, feeling unsure about where to start with your goals, or interested in a new way to get started, this episode is for you. Get your FREE download here: https://mailchi.mp/c475d19db0c1/q1-goal-guide Follow us on IG: @goldmindwellness --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goldmind-talks/support

    #MentalHealthMonday Self-Care + Mental Health Days

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2020 15:39


    This #MentalHealthMonday we are advocating for ourselves! Use that sick time and PTO to your advantage. We'll be talking about why mental health maintenance is important and how you can implement self-care on your scheduled days off. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goldmind-talks/support

    Graduation Blues + Seeking Employment with Ashley McFarlane, RMHCI

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2020 36:23


    This episode is for those recently graduating college or re-entering the workforce. Registered Mental Health Counselor Ashley McFarlane talks us through some ways we can be prepared for the future, what to expect and ask for in interviews and how to know when you're starting to feel burnout from work. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goldmind-talks/support

    Recognizing Your Anger Before You Explode

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2020 27:15


    Recognizing your anger warning signs and learning how to manage those signs and behaviors before you blackout. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goldmind-talks/support

    Do's and Dont's of a Global Pandemic

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2020 25:54


    Do's and Dont's of a Global Pandemic, Coronavirus or COVID-19. Don't hoard toilet paper and knock over the elderly. Do maintain a schedule if you're working from home. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goldmind-talks/support

    Meet Your Host

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2020 9:37


    This episode is a short + sweet introduction to goldmind and your host, Myranda Rodriguez. Be sure to follow us on facebook and instagram @goldmindwellness and let us know what you're interested in hearing more of. Make sure to leave a 5-star review and SUBSCRIBE --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goldmind-talks/support

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