From the INside Out

INside Out #48: The Creative Cycle

Harwood Podcast — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 19:48:17 +0000

There is a series of steps that we all go through when we are creating something. Becoming mindful of each step may help you manage your creative cycle and show you the wonderful balance that exists within it.

The Creative Cycle

Step #1: Gathering Information

Step #2: Idea Creation

Step #3: Action

Step #4: Rest

INside Out #47: Setting Boundaries

Harwood Podcast — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 18:44:57 +0000

Knowing about boundaries and how to use them in your life can not only help you define who you are to yourself, but it lets others know who you are, too.

INside Out #46: Emotional Minefields

Harwood Podcast — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 19:48:40 +0000

Ever find yourself in a pattern of thought that is really NOT good for you? In this episode Cindy will show you a technique that not only interrupts the not-so-good thoughts, but gets you thinking in a way that's much better for you.

INside Out #45: Ask the Questions You Want Answers To

Harwood Podcast — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 18:21:19 +0000

Are you feeling the weight of holding the world upon your shoulders? It's time to start asking questions and tap into the knowledge of the Universe!

INside Out #44: Little Book of Ideas

Harwood Podcast — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 19:03:28 +0000

Create the journey of your life by looking for things that spark your interest!

Think About:

- Collecting the ideas that excited you! Make a list of them in a journal or on your phone.

- Make time to begin exploring these ideas

INside Out #43: Create Routines for Your Life

Harwood Podcast — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 18:29:13 +0000

Live a little more Zen! Creating routines can really create time in your day for the things that are most important to you.

Think About:

- Finding out what really is the most important thing to you in your life, right now

- Creating a morning routine for yourself

INside Out #42: Time to Reinvent

Harwood Podcast — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 22:27:26 +0000

Every now and then it's good to change things up a bit!

INside Out #41: Accomplishment Journal

Harwood Podcast — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 22:18:25 +0000

Keeping track of your own accomplishments is a wonderful way to show yourself the path you're on in this life and to remind yourself of all the great things you have done!

INside Out #40: Self-Compassion

Harwood Podcast — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 00:59:24 +0000

Are you nice to yourself? In this episode, we'll look at what self-compassion really means.

Resources

Book: The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion by Christopher Germer

Website: mindfulselfcompassion.org

Areas for increased self-compassion:

- Physical -

reduce stress, relax your body

- Mental -

meditation, focusing on things that are beneficial to you

- Emotional -

Feeling bad? Focus on something a bit better

Feeling good? Stay with the feeling as long as you can

- Relationships -

find ways to connect with others

INside Out #39: Twisted Thinking

Harwood Podcast — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 15:44:00 +0000

It's time to become aware of the kinds of thinking that may be holding us back!

Resources:

The Feeling Good Handbook by Dr. David D. Burns

Types of Twisted Thinking:

All or Nothing (if it's not perfect, it's horrible)
Overgeneralizing ("always" or "never")
Mental Filter (dwelling on a negative point)
Discounting the Positive (not good enough)
Jumping to Conclusions (mind reading or fortune-telling)
Magnification (exaggerate problems or minimize the positive)
Should Statements ("should," "ought to," "have to," "must")
Labeling (making a mistake = "I am an idiot")

INside Out #38: The Creative Process

Harwood Podcast — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 18:55:40 +0000

Whenever you find yourself at a fork-in-the-road, what you're really dealing with is The Creative Process. In this episode, find out about the necessary steps you need to move through, so that you can get to a resolution that works for you!

"Becoming a Life Change Artist" by Fred Mandell & Kathleen Jordan

"Tea With Your Reflection" by Cindy Harris

INside Out #37: Morning Pages

Harwood Podcast — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 23:56:54 +0000

This is a wonderful exercise/tool to use each day. It helps not only with creative flow, but also processing everyday things.

Resources:

"The Artist's Way" by Julia Cameron - paperback version

"The Artist's Way" by Julia Cameron- Kindle version

INside Out #36: Tips for a Good Night's Sleep

Harwood Podcast — Tue, 12 Oct 2010 23:46:09 +0000

Having trouble sleeping? You're not alone! After 62 days of insomnia, Cindy has a few things to share about how she dealt with this problem (that effects over 50% of all adults!).

Resources:

CBTforINSOMNIA.com

This website is an excellent resource. Check out the On-Line Program. This is the program that Cindy used to conquer her insomnia!

SleepCenters.org

This is a great resource for anyone living in the U.S. There are sleep centers all over the United States that help people who are dealing with sleep apnea and insomnia.

INside Out #35: Happy Birthday!

Harwood Podcast — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 22:17:52 +0000

Cindy shares how she celebrated her 50th birthday by doing a little "inner housekeeping!"

INside Out Video #2: Is this a Match?

Harwood Podcast — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 01:57:53 +0000

Learn how to tell if things in your life are a match and how to deal with them if they aren't.

INside Out Video #1: Daily Reminder

Harwood Podcast — Tue, 18 May 2010 20:44:51 +0000

Use the wonderful tool of a Daily Reminder to help improve your life.

Directions: Complete each sentence. Then write 3 or 4 more sentences that give some details on what the meaning of that sentence would look like to you.

What kind of person do you want to be?

“I see myself as the kind of person who...”

What kind of health do you want to have?

“I see myself ...”

What kind of family do you want to have?

“I see my family and I...”

What kind of home do you want to have?

“I see myself living in a home that...”

What type of relationships do you want to have?

“I love being around people who...”

What kind of interests would you like to have?

“I love spending time...”

Download Daily Reminder template

Want to just listen to this show? Click here to download the audio version.

INside Out #34: Walking Through an Idea First

Harwood Podcast — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 00:01:34 +0000

Not sure if this new idea is the right one for you? Use these steps to explore it BEFORE you commit fully.

INside Out #33: Put Your Dreams into Action!

Harwood Podcast — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 19:52:47 +0000

Use this technique to help you explore anything you want to try!

7 Steps To Take:

#1: Figure out exactly what you want

#2: Decide what you will do to make it happen

#3: Set a date for when you want to start seeing it happen

#4: Create a plan for making it happen (this is a dynamic plan, so add to it as you go!)

#5: Write a sentence using the info from Steps #1-3

#6: Read your sentence twice a day, making sure to see it, feel it & believe it as you read it

#7: Take your first step

INside Out #32: Fine-Tuning Technique

Harwood Podcast — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 21:47:17 +0000

This technique helps you use your thoughts to make yourself feel better!

INside Out #31: Bounce Off as Fast as You Can!

Harwood Podcast — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:25:57 +0000

When something comes into your experience that you don't like, control your "bounce "point, so that you can get back to living YOUR life!

INside Out #30: Focus & Create

Harwood Podcast — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 22:55:24 +0000

What we choose to focus on really does create our reality!

INside Out #29: Pure Thought

Harwood Podcast — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 22:58:50 +0000

Ideas and thoughts that make you feel excited, energized and eager are Pure Thoughts. But how can we use those to better our life experience?

INside Out #28: Looking Ahead

Harwood Podcast — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 22:21:43 +0000

If looking ahead at something gives you joy, great! But if it doesn't, it might not be time for you to put your attention on it.

INside Out #27: Clarity & the Handbook of You

Harwood Podcast — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 18:08:33 +0000

Get some clarity and find out what YOUR preferences are!

INside Out #26: Wanting & Awareness

Harwood Podcast — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 21:04:17 +0000

We all use this strategy in our lives, but what about using it to bring only the good stuff in?

INside Out #25: The Pros & Cons?

Harwood Podcast — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 22:47:31 +0000

Instead of a pros & cons list, what if you only made a pros list?

INside Out #24: Freedom...Growth...Joy

Harwood Podcast — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:54:01 +0000

Understanding these 3 words can really help you unlock your life and find real joy!

INside Out #23: What DO You Want?

Harwood Podcast — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:37:28 +0000

It's easy to talk about what we don't want, but what about spending some time on the things we DO want?

INside Out #22: Find Your Path

Harwood Podcast — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 00:42:57 +0000

Think of your life's path as a series of stepping stones.

INside Out #21: It's Your Job to Maintain Your Joy

Harwood Podcast — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 03:07:58 +0000

What if you took control of your own joy? It could be a happy day, every day!