Ted in Your Head

Being alive is a matter of life and death. Life happens daily but death only happens once. However, we tend to avoid the subject of our own mortality, yet, what can be more personal to us? We can't have a life without a death. In this episode, Ted reflects on the subject of life and death and discusses the questions: Why should we be mindful of death? How can death awareness add to our life? Why do we sometimes carry such existential fear of non-existance? How can we not be afraid of death, our own or that of those we love? Check out this podcast and feel free to comment or review. TedinYourHead.com

In this episode, Ted discusses the desire to take his podcast in a new direction after almost 10 years of the Ted in Your Head Podcast. How to overcome anxiety, how to be more confident, how to let go of worry, these are good topics that Ted have been addressing but now he is asking the question: “How can we live life in a way that allows us to feel excited, inspired, energized and confident in the face of so many changes and challenges? How do we not only avoid falling into negativity and overwhelm, but more importantly, who do we need to be to maintain positivity and keep moving forward? TedinYourHead.com

It's been said that for many, fear of public speaking is a fear worse than death. However, in today's business environment, chances are you will be required to give reports or presentations to colleagues or clients. Or, you may be asked to give a toast, or speak at a wedding or funeral. As with all fears, fear of public speaking is learned, and what is learned can be unlearned. Nobody is born a good public speaker. The good news is that you can learn to overcome the fear response and speak comfortably and effectively. In this episode, Ted gives the top 10 tips for overcoming the fear of public speaking. Even if you can speak in public but want to do better and feel more comfortable, check out the helpful information in this episode. TedinYourHead.com

If you have the sneaky feeling that you are holding yourself back from taking the actions that lead to success, then there is a good chance you are engaging in self-sabotage. While some self-sabotage behaviors are easy to see, some are subconscious and therefore, hidden. In this episode of the Ted in Your Head Podcast, Ted describes the behaviors and thought processes that can point to your own self sabotage. Once you are aware of them, you can begin to address them and let them go, creating a path to success and accomplishment. TedinYourHead.com

In this episode, Ted answers a question sent in by a Ted in Your Head listener: “I'm having a hard time waking up in the morning. I feel like there's nothing to look forward to. How can I go about finding something in my life that's worth waking up for?” Great question: Why get out of bed if it's only going to be “the same ole same ole…”? Only you can answer that question. The good news is that we all have the ability to create ourselves anew and find passion or passions that move us out of bed and into engagement with the world. Ted discusses some practical actions you can take right away to begin to give yourself a bigger and better reason to get up in the morning. TedinYourHead.com

Does it seem like a lot of people around you are freaking out? Anxious about money, the economy, politics and the future? Is it even possible to maintain a peaceful vibe in the midst of all this anxiety? Yes, it is possible and, in this episode, Ted talks about how to maintain a sense of calm and peace when it seems as if anxiety is like a wave threatening to overwhelm you. See what Ted has to say as he works himself to maintain his peaceful vibe yet still stay informed and taking care of business. TedinYourHead.com

We know that life is not fair. We know that things don't always go as planned. Yet in spite of knowing this, when things don't go our way we get angry, frustrated, and upset. That's ok, these are normal reactions unless our negative emotions overwhelm us, shut us down or create greater problems for us such as self-blaming, shaming and not feeling adequate. How do we keep from pulling our hair out when our expectations for what we want or need are not met? In this episode, Ted talks about how we can approach those times when life is not predictable or fair. While acknowledging that no one likes when things go wrong, this episode provides some thought provoking ideas that you can implement right away that can make it easier to deal with the unplanned, unexpected and unwanted circumstances of life. TedinYourHead.com

I wanted to take some time today to talk to those of you who might be feeling anxious, insecure, and overwhelmed after the recent wildfires here in Los Angeles. I know many of you are dealing with loss, uncertainty, or just the emotional aftermath of everything that's happened. It's a lot to process. I also want to speak to anyone out there that has gone through anything like this, whether it's a natural disaster or some other catastrophic experience. I have to be honest with you, I almost hesitate to speak about this. I personally can't imagine what it would be like to lose your home, your business, or even worse, someone you love—whether that's a friend, a family member, or a pet. These kinds of disasters—whether it's fires, hurricanes, earthquakes, or anything else—can be incredibly devastating. They can leave you feeling like the ground has disappeared from underneath you. It can feel like everything is happening way too fast, and you're struggling to keep up with it all. But here's the thing: even if you haven't lost your home or business, the emotional weight of this disaster can still be very real. Just the idea of having to evacuate, or seeing the devastation on the news, can trigger anxiety. It's hard to watch people go through something so massively destructive, and it's easy to feel overwhelmed just by witnessing it all either in person or over the media. You might feel like you want to help, but you're also dealing with your own emotions. And that's okay. It's also ok to take care of you first. I wanted to speak today because I want to offer what I can to support emotional healing. There are many resources online for things like insurance help, finding aid, and getting your life back to some sense of normalcy, but today I want to focus on how to begin to heal emotionally from something so catastrophic. TedinYourHead.com

Ted has turned 65 years old and is reminiscing about his life: choices made, opportunities gained and lost, good times and bad times, trying to figure out Medicare… In this episode, Ted reveals 8 essential and valuable things that he would tell his 25-year-old self if he could with the understanding that his 25-year-old self may not listen… Perhaps someone you know might benefit from hearing this? Check out this interesting and thoughtful episode dedicated to that young, skinny 25 year old and all young people everywhere. TedinYourHead.com

It's Friday the 10th as I record write and four major fires are burning across Los Angeles County. My family and I are safe, the closest fire to where we live is the Eaton Fire burning in the hills above Altadena, just north of Pasadena. However, the air is thick with smoke and ash. My office is in South Pasadena and many of my clients and associates live in the Pasadena area. Tragically, I know personally many people that have lost their homes in the fire. Tuesday, January 7, started with news media warnings of a “life threating” windstorm predicted to be the strongest wind event since 2011. The predictions came true with wind gusts reaching 80 to 100 mph in some areas. Those of us who live in Southern California expect wildfires in the winter, when the dry Santa Ana winds blow. However, the severity of this wind event, coupled with the fact that we've have no significant rainfall this winter, created conditions ripe for these devastating wildfires. Check out this episode of the Ted in Your Head podcast. TedinYourHead.com

Peace on Earth, goodwill to all is what you hear this time of year, but truth be told, it's sad to see the level of division, distrust and anger in our country today, not to mention the strife we see in the world at large. In the news, on social media, in print, there is anger, condemnation, and blame. Where is the peace? Where is the goodwill? It starts in only one place: your heart. In this episode, Ted shares a sense of hope he received from some high school students and the message they conveyed in their song. TedinYourHead.com

Life is short and done too soon. You think you have all the time in the world, but you don't. While you worry about the future and wish for the past, the river of your life flows through you unnoticed. Memento Mori is Latin for Remember You Will Die. Does that depress you? Scare you? If we can move past our fear of this inescapable fact, we can see life in front of us as precious, magnificent and something to be lived fully and mindfully. In this episode, Ted discusses how the fact of our mortality can keep us awake and present to life happening here, now, in all its glory and brevity. TedinYourHead.com

You've seen them out there. In line at the supermarket. In the car beside you on the freeway. Behind the counter at the store. Looking back at you from the mirror. Zombies! When you're a Zombie you're walking around but you're essentially walking in your sleep. You're dead to anything other than your incessant mind chatter. Life becomes boring and routine and you find yourself walking around saying “Brains! Brains! I need brains!” In this episode, Ted discusses the tendency many of us have to go into a Zombie-like trance when we become overwhelmed. He also shares some important things you can do to keep from becoming like the walking dead. If you find yourself often walking around asking yourself, “How did I get here?” then listen to this amusing but helpful podcast episode

You have a Voice in your head. You probably know this. If you don't, you should. You might be thinking: “What voice? What is he talking about? I don't have a voice. Maybe he has a voice in his head, but I certainly do not have one in mine!” Well, that's what I'm talking about. It's OK, we all have a voice in our head. The question is: What is that voice doing for you? Is it encouraging or discouraging? Is it positive or negative? Is it really your voice or the voice of someone else? In this episode, Ted discusses the consequences of our inner voice, or self-talk, how to see it for what it is, be aware of how it impacts us, and how to begin to change it. If the voice in your head is telling you that this episode doesn't pertain to you, then don't listen to the voice, listen to this episode instead. TedinYourHead.com

In this episode of the Ted in Your Head podcast, Ted interviews Paul J. Hermelin, who is a certified Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Practitioner. Paul teaches people how to manage their stress by “tapping” on select acupoints located on the hands, face and upper body, which send electrical impulses through the nervous system to the part of the brain that regulates the body's stress response. Paul also applies clinical EFT, which combines elements of acupressure, CBT, and exposure therapy, for those clients who want to reduce the intensity of strong, negative emotions or troubling thoughts related to unpleasant memories or difficult moments from their past. If you aren't familiar with EFT or even if you are, and you want to take a deep dive into it with an expert, Paul Hermelin is your guy. TedinYourHead.com

It's sad that many people are really struggling with various life challenges but, are not open to talking to anybody about it. They're simply not open to therapy for one reason or another. The idea of going to see a therapist or hypnotherapist is difficult for many people. However, just like most people can benefit from a regular program of physical exercise, most people can benefit from psychotherapy, hypnotherapy or any time of counseling from a trusted provider. TedinYourHead.com

Does FEAR stand for Forget Everything And Run? Maybe a better acronym would be False Evidence Appearing Real because most of our fear is self-created. There are appropriate times for fear, such as the fear of falling or if there is suddenly a loud noise or we find a snake in our path. But most of us, on a daily basis, don't really find ourselves facing things that are truly dangerous. We want to get a handle on our fear because fear is the biggest thing that will stop us from living a life worth living. In this episode, Ted talks about what is real and what is imagined when it come to fear. Hopefully, after listening to this episode, FEAR will stand for Face Everything and Rise. TedinYourHead.com

We all have something to offer our families, jobs and communities. But if we don't believe this, then we will hide out and not even try. We'll hide our light under a basket so that no one gets to benefit from it. It's a tragedy, that so many of us discount our value, invalidate our worth, and hide our brilliance and contribution from the world. But what if we truly adopted and cultivated the belief that we are here for a reason? That we are here to make a contribution that no one else on the planet can make in the same way? In this episode, Ted explores the question of why so many of us hide our greatness.

Shame. Say the word out loud and feel its intense power. The root of the word shame is thought to come from an older word meaning to cover, as in covering oneself. When we feel shame, we cover ourselves, literally and figuratively. We want to hide from ourselves and others. The lengths we will go to cover and hide our shame can keep us from ever fully living life. It is hard to be happy, healthy and feel peaceful while carrying the ball and chain of shame. In this episode, Ted discusses what shame is, how we can tell if we are impacted by shame, and what we can do about it. If you feel that you are tied up and a prisoner of shame, listen to this episode. TedinYourHead.com

Have you ever asked someone how they are doing, and they respond SSDD which stands for “Same s..t, different day?” It's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day humdrum where the days seem to run into each other because the same thing happens day in and day out. In this episode, Ted offers 14 ways to get out of SSDD and feel more enthusiastic about being alive at a time when it's becoming increasingly difficult to find fulfillment and meaning in modern life. TedinYourHead.com

How to Manage and Increase Your Energy - Episode 453 Ted in Your Head Podcast “OMG I'm sooo tired!” How often to we hear this from people around us (and maybe even from yourself?) There's a lot of talk about how to manage your time but a lot less about how to manage your energy. So, in this episode, Ted talks about how to manage and increase your energy to allow you to get more done in less time a lot more enjoyably. Ted discusses the fundamentals of abundant energy, (you know what they are!) energy sucks, why mindfulness is so important in having high energy, the four areas of your life energy, and reveals the single most important characteristic of those that have seemingly infinity energy. Are you dragging yourself through the day? Check out this podcast episode! If hypnotherapy and high performance coaching sounds interesting to you, and need help getting your energy back online or ramping it up to even higher levels, you can request a complimentary consultation with Ted by going to http://TedMoreno.com/contact. He'll get back to you within 48 hours.

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A recent survey reveals that 52 percent of adults say that money negatively impacts their mental health. Another survey reports that 77% of Americans feel anxious about their financial situation. Money or financial anxiety is defined as the persistent and constant worry and stress about finances.Money anxiety is experienced by people that are well off and those who are struggling financially. Financial anxiety has the potential to paralyze us with stress and fear and move us to make poor financial decisions. However, it's possible to manage our money without anxiety and with control and confidence. In this episode, Ted discusses what to do if you are challenged by money anxiety. TedinYourHead.com

After 20 years in private practice as a hypnotherapist, Ted reflects on his journey and what it took for him to find his path. Ted also discusses the truth about what hypnosis really is, and what a typical session with a client looks like. TedinYourHead.com

Getting regular exercise is good for your body and good for your brain. It helps to release stress and tension, gives you a feeling of accomplishment, and gives you greater energy. Getting regular exercise will help you to have more energy, be happier, more focused and effective, less stressed, more confident, look better and live longer. But, if you're not in the habit of regular exercise, it can be difficult to go from not doing anything to getting regular and consistent exercise. In this episode. Ted shares practical step by step directions to help you begin and maintain a consistent exercise program. It doesn't have to be hard and it's probably not as hard as you think. If you have been trying to get more exercise more often, listen to this episode! TedinYourHead.com

According to the American Test Anxiety Association, 38 percent of students have high or moderately high test anxiety. Test anxiety is where the test taker feels severe distress before, during and after the test. Test anxiety can not only interfere with information recall but may also cause some people to give up taking the text entirely or to keep putting it off, even though their career success depends on it. In this episode, Ted discusses test anxiety and offers 7 valuable tips for preparing for tests and taking tests while remaining calm, in control and able to recall the information needed to pass. It's test time so if you know someone who can benefit from listening to this podcast, please pass this along to them. TedinYourHead.com

Walking. So simple and so easy. Humans and their ancestors have been doing it for a million years. We are meant to walk. Our bodies are designed for upright, bipedal locomotion. Walking is a complex behavior that exercises our brains as well as our skeletal system. It is a harmonious integration of various body systems including the inner ear, eyes, touch receptors, muscles, tendons, and joints. The good news is that walking is really good for you and many physicians consider it the best form of exercise. In this episode, Ted, a dedicated walker, shares the top 10 reasons why starting a habit of daily walking can change you life. Are you trying to get some exercise but don't want to go to a gym or walk on a boring treadmill? Check out this episode of the Ted in Your Head podcast. TedinYourHead.com

Anticipatory anxiety is the anxiety we experience in anticipation of doing things that frighten us. Call it the fear of being afraid. If we perceive something will be fearful for us, or if we have found that situation fearful in the past, we can become so unwilling to go through that fear again that we start making ourselves afraid or anxious even before anything's happened. Anticipatory anxiety can shut us down and stop us cold. So, what can we do to keep anticipatory anxiety at bay? In this episode, Ted talks about how to stop creating fear and anxiety for yourself about something that has not happened. If you have driving anxiety, social anxiety or any kind of anxiety, check out this episode. TedinYourHead.com

Scarcity consciousness or a “lack” mentality is often the result of childhood programming and decisions that we make subconsciously. To shift into an abundance mindset requires an awareness of this programming and taking steps to counteract it and create a new way of looking at prosperity. In this episode, Ted shares his experience with having years of scarcity consciousness and how he managed to break out of it. He discusses the 7 steps he took to make it happen. If he can do it, you so can you. TedinYourHead.com

There come a point, somewhere in your late 40's or early 50's, where you look in the mirror and I becomes clear to you that you are not a kid anymore. What happened? Life happened the way it should. The only powerful choice we can make in the face of aging is to accept our ongoing journey with grace and dignity. If we can do that, we will find what it takes to continue growing, exploring and living in a way that is always inspiring. TedinYourHead.com

Have you ever been in a funk? You know: unmotivated, lethargic, something's off, feeling deflated, sad and not right? We all have, and it's not fun, so we want to get out of the funk as soon as possible. Ted Moreno, the Funkmeister himself, has spent more time in funks than you can imagine. In this episode, Ted shares from his own experience, 5 ways to free yourself from the funk and get unstuck from the muck so you can move forward and get stuff done and have some fun. Don't beat yourself up for being a funker, instead, listen to this episode! TedinYourHead.com

Chronic pain and anxiety have a strong relationship to each other. Anxiety can cause or increase pain and pain can cause anxiety. This can cause a “negative feedback loop” making life increasingly unbearable for those that suffer from pain and anxiety. Understanding the possibility of anxiety as the cause of unexplainable pain is the first step to healing. In addition, addressing the anxiety caused by chronic pain make pain more manageable. In this episode, Ted discusses the link between anxiety and pain as well as what you can do to feel better. TedinYourHead.com

Why are so many of us afraid to ask for what we want and what we need? As children we ask incessantly for what we want. Then we grow up, learn how we think the world really works, and stop asking because of resignation, cynicism, fear of rejection and fear of disappointment. Maybe it's all true: Ask and you will receive. Knock and the door will be opened. Think and grow rich. In this episode, Ted tells an amazing and true story about how he got exactly what he wanted, but had to give it back. TedinYourHead.com

Anxiety, especially if its chronic, can show up as many different symptoms that may not be recognizable as anxiety. Ten percent of the population has symptoms of anxiety but doesn't even know that's what they are experiencing. In this important episode, Ted talks about the 5 costs of living with chronic anxiety that are often hidden, leading those who have anxiety to avoid addressing their challenge or to try to power though and “deal” with it, not understanding the price that they and their loved ones pay. If you or someone you know is suffering from chronic anxiety and its cost, please listen to this episode or share it. TedinYourHead.com

What you do first thing in the morning has a tremendous impact on how the rest of the day goes. Creating the habit of a morning ritual can energize you, empower you, and put you in the right headspace to take on the day in a powerful way. In this episode, Ted gives you 25 awesome things that you can pick and choose to create an morning ritual that can become the best part of your day! TedinYourHead.com

We all have things we want. Consciously, we have goals, desires, and outcomes we want to achieve. However, our subconscious mind, which is more than 75% of our mind, might have “programming” that is in conflict with what we are trying to achieve. If that is the case, our subconscious mind will do what it can to stop us. That's when we feel blocked. It's that feeling that now matter how hard we try, we always seem to stop ourselves through self-sabotage, procrastination and giving up too soon. In this episode, Ted reveals the top 5 subconscious blocks that could be working against you and holding you back from success, happiness and health. Be sure to check this one out! TedinYourHead.com

Everything about us as humans is wired to avoid change. Change represents the unknown and the unknown represents danger to our minds. However, the only constant is change and change will come. We welcome positive changes but how do we navigate the rough waters of unexpected or unwanted change? In this episode Ted discusses change, the nature of change and how to be someone who is not only ok with change, but powerful in the face of it. TedinYourHead.com

Having a broken heart from the loss of a love relationship can be one of the most devastating and painful experiences that one can endure. If you have not experienced it yet, there is a good chance that you will, and more than once. Yet, healing is always possible if we have the intention, Not only healing but transformation. In this episode Ted speaks with compassion and experience about what we can do to feel better, make sense of our loss, and move forward powerfully with wisdom and strength. TedinYourHead.com

Ever had one of those days when you are irritable, crabby, unhappy and downright nasty? That's a sign that it's time give yourself some time to yourself. Taking time for you, and being with yourself, can be one of the greatest gifts you can give to yourself because it results in self knowledge: the ability to know what you need and want and getting those needs and wants met in a healthy way. TedinYourHead.com

Self-sabotage is when we consciously or subconsciously stop ourselves from getting what we want. There are many reasons why we sabotage our progress and there are many ways that we keep ourselves from health, happiness and success. In this episode, Ted examines the top 10 signs that you are holding yourself back from the life that you want. If you are not moving forward to your goals as quickly as you would like, you might find this episode insightful, illuminating and helpful. TedinYourHead.com

By all indications, many men, especially young men, are struggling and falling behind in the quest for health, happiness and success. In this episode, Ted and Sammy Villanueva, the founder of the HeRose Men's Mastermind Community, have an in depth discussion about the challenges many young men face, how those challenges impact them, and what can be done about it. If you are a man, or know a young man that is struggling, please take some time to listen to this important episode of the Ted in Your Head podcast. TedinYourHead.com

Are you required by your job to make presentations but there is a voice that says you suck as a speaker? Do you have a desire to share your wisdom, experience and knowledge with the world through public speaking but the voice in your head says, “They will laugh at you”? That's your inner critic stopping you and not allowing you to shine in the way that you know you can. We each have something to share that is valuable and beneficial to others. Public speaking and giving presentations are ways that allow us to be seen and create opportunities for career advancement and great financial abundance. But we need to stop the inner critic first. In this episode of the Ted in Your Head podcast, Ted shares valuable insights to help you stop your inner critic, release fear and anxiety, and step up and shine. Start pushing out the inner critic today and put Ted in Your Head instead! TedinYourHead.com

Social Anxiety is the feeling of discomfort or fear in situations where a person is concerned about feeling judged or evaluated. The fear of or inability to feel comfortable and at ease in social or business situations can be a huge obstacle to connection, opportunities and success. The good news is that the challenge of social anxiety can be overcome by learning new skills and strategies that allow you to feel safe, secure, comfortable and confident. Take a listen to this episode if you have the desire to connect with people in business or social events but you have resistance to getting out there and showing up as your best self. TedinYourHead.com

As a hypnotherapist and anxiety specialist for 20 years, Ted has worked with thousands of clients to help them overcome anxiety. In this podcast, he offers 5 simple things you can to today to manage or overcome anxiety. Anxiety affects both the mind and the body, with thoughts of worry and fear as well as the symptoms of rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath and sweaty palms. These 5 things that Ted shares in the episode speak to both mind and body. If you are challenged by anxiety, you owe it to yourself to listen to this episode. TedinYourHead.com

We know that we can set goals, we can achieve things, and we can manifest our desires. We also must admit that sometimes things don't turn out the way we want them to and that life seems to have other plans for us. When we have trouble accepting that, we can find ourselves grasping, pushing, anxious and confused. But what if we believed deeply that everything was going to work out, that everything was going to be ok? Ted explores the possibility that within each of there exists wisdom and guidance that is available to us if we can be still and calm enough to listen to it and get out of our own way. Give yourself something to ponder by listening to this episode of the Ted in Your Head Podcast. TedinYourHead.com

Do people always get what they deserve? No. Do people get what they don't deserve? All the time. The truth is that what you feel you deserve or don't deserve doesn't matter. When it comes to getting what you want, what does matter? Ted talks about throwing deserving out, constituting yourself as being open to receiving what you don't deserve or didn't earn, and how commitment is what really matters. TedinYourHead.com

Social anxiety, fear of public speaking, panic attacks, driving anxiety, phobias, etc. can have a huge negative impact on our lives, of course. But the biggest impact that people feel from having anxiety is the impact it has on their careers and earning potential. It's frustrating to know that you could doing better but you have a sense that you are holding yourself back. And the reason you are holding yourself back is almost always fear and anxiety. In this episode Ted shares 5 signs that anxiety is keeping you from earning more in your job or career. TedinYourHead.com

We all have the capacity to experience joy much more often but we must cultivate it as we would cultivate a beautiful flower garden. In other words, there are things we can do to feel more joy, more often. Joy is good for the body, good for the head and good for everyone around you! And unlike happiness, it is much more profound and longer lasting if we can work on growing it on a daily basis. In this episode of the Ted in Your Head podcast, Ted reveals 10 ways to cultivate joy in your life and feel it a lot more often. TedinYourHead.com

So much of moving forward involves letting go. Not only of material possessions, but of jobs, relationships, and sometimes dreams and desires. But by far, the most difficult thing to let go is the burden of heavy emotions such as resentment, guilt, anger, and judgement. In this episode, Ted relates his one-time experience in the rodeo arena as a metaphor for the power of letting go. TedinYourHead.com