In this episode of Chasing Thoughts, Mindy and Keith dive deep into the shadows with “Facing The Darkness.” 🌑✨ We explore the often misunderstood parts of ourselves—the darkness within. Instead of seeing these hidden aspects as forces to fear or ignore, we discuss how they’re here to teach us, not harm us. By learning to communicate with these inner depths, we can uncover the wisdom and strength they hold. 🕯️🌱

Join us as we discuss how to see life as a garden to be experienced rather than a journey with a final destination. Life's garden is rich with moments for growth, understanding, and embracing even the dark parts that shape us.

🌿 Let’s shift our perspective on life’s darker corners and discover the balance, resilience, and beauty within.

#ChasingThoughts #FacingTheDarkness #InnerWork #SelfDiscovery #EmbraceYourShadows #LifeIsAGarden #PodcastLife #Mindfulness #GrowthMindset

00:00:00 Introduction

00:02:07 Facing the darkness

00:05:25 We need the dark, just as we need the light

00:11:17 Learning to communicate with all of who we are

00:14:23 Living in our heads or through our senses

00:21:03 Visualizations

00:25:14 Seeing some of our own darkness

00:31:58 The darkness is designed to serve us

00:34:54 How much do we miss when we live in our heads and forget about our senses

00:46:28 Experiencing life as a garden rather than a journey

Show Notes:

Green has a natural calming effect on us, largely because of our evolutionary connection to nature. When you hike and are surrounded by green, your brain associates it with natural environments that are safe, nourishing, and supportive of life. Studies show that green can lower stress levels, help calm the nervous system, and even improve mood, which is why spending time in green spaces can feel so restorative.

Beyond the color itself, the act of being in nature immerses you in patterns and sounds that our minds find soothing and rhythmic, like leaves rustling and birds chirping. The combination of movement, fresh air, and sensory connection to nature’s colors can make hiking a perfect recipe for a peaceful, recharged mind.

If you would like to know more about Mindy or Keith you can find them here:

Mindy Aisling (@mindyaisling)

www.mindyaisling.com

mindy@mindyaisling.com

Keith Dauch (@mastercheeseee)

www.breakpointcoaching.org

keith@breakpointcoaching.org

More on Chasing Thoughts:

https://www.mindyaisling.com/chasingthoughts.html

In this transformative episode, hosts Keith and Mindy welcome special guest Jaret, a pivotal figure in Keith’s journey of self-discovery through plant medicine and shamanism. As Keith takes the reins on the intro, he shares how Jaret has become a crucial part of his "soul squad".

Join the trio as they dive deep into the fascinating world of plant medicine. Jaret recounts his own remarkable journey—from a life steeped in bodybuilding and steroids to a profound awakening catalyzed by his first experience with LSD. The conversation flows effortlessly, exploring the balance between various realms of consciousness, spirituality, and the exciting possibilities that arise when opening up to new experiences.

This episode promises an open, exploratory dialogue about navigating personal transformations and the role of community in spiritual growth. Whether you're curious about plant medicine or simply looking for inspiration on your own journey, this episode of Chasing Thoughts is not to be missed!

Connect with Jaret here 👇

https://www.instagram.com/soulofjaret/

https://www.eventcreate.com/e/yucahuasca?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ihxelowa1Yc

https://www.patreon.com/soulofjaret?

https://open.spotify.com/show/03oxjz4DmqO7v90TlrJgLK

In this episode of Chasing Thoughts, Mindy and Keith dive into those hidden, unspoken parts of life that we often avoid 🌙. Together, they explore how finding our own unique rhythm can transform the way we live, even when emotions we don’t want to feel show up. It’s a conversation about how those very emotions can serve us if we allow them to 🌊. They share insights on how relationships—whether with others or ourselves—can be rebuilt through authenticity 🌀, and how embracing who we truly are unlocks the magic all around us ✨. By turning our life experiences into lessons that liberate, this episode reminds us just how much wonder there is when we’re open to it. 💫

Tune in for a heart-to-heart conversation that might just change the way you see your life.

#ChasingThoughts #Authenticity #EmotionalHealing #LifeRhythms #SelfGrowth #RebuildingRelationships #PersonalTransformation #Podcast #EmbraceYourself #LifeMagic

00:00:00 Introduction

00:03:38 Finding Our Rhythms

00:05:04 The things we need to talk about more often

00:13:41 Our emotions serve us—even those we don’t like to feel

00:20:55 Experiences with rebuilding relationships

00:35:52 We are the experiencers of our lives, not the directors of them

00:42:55 Our philosophy on Life Coaching

00:46:28 Be you—even the parts our brains tells us are “weird”

00:54:57 Communicating love on a deeper level

01:02:42 The foundations of how our minds work

01:14:12 The affects of Christianity on a kid’s mind—and feeling closer to God outside of the church

01:24:56 Spirituality is not an option—it just is

01:33:53 Alchemize the experience

01:43:21 The magic that is out there

Show Notes:

This is funny—George Harrison always carried around cans of Heinz baked beans when they were on tour. He like simple, familiar foods and while on tour he was unsure of the unfamiliar cuisine, so he always had his beans on had just in case.

If you would like to know more about Mindy or Keith you can find them here:

Mindy Aisling (@mindyaisling)

www.mindyaisling.com

mindy@mindyaisling.com

Keith Dauch (@mastercheeseee)

www.breakpointcoaching.org

keith@breakpointcoaching.org

More on Chasing Thoughts:

https://www.mindyaisling.com/chasingthoughts.html