Mastering Mindfulness: Thérèse Jacobs-Stewart on Cultivating Happiness
Training the mind and rewiring the brain is no less an effort, no less a failure when not achieved.
Ever feel like your own worst enemy? Thérèse Jacobs-Stewart knows that feeling all too well and offers a way out in her book, 'A Kinder Voice: Releasing Your Inner Critics with Mindfulness Slogans'. This episode of Recovery Road dives into the simple yet powerful concept of practicing mindfulness to silence those pesky inner critics. Jacobs-Stewart believes that happiness isn't just a fleeting moment but something you can train your mind to achieve.
She shares practical insights on how mindfulness and meditation can help rewire your brain, making happiness a more consistent part of your life. The discussion touches on how early-life experiences shape our self-perception and how we can change that narrative through mindful practices. By the end of this episode, you'll have a toolkit to start releasing negative self-talk and embracing a kinder, more compassionate voice within.
Whether you're in recovery or just looking to improve your mental well-being, this episode is packed with valuable lessons on the journey to a happier, more mindful life.