AN OPEN MYND

This is An Open MYND — MY(NDY's) blog where neuroscience meets real talk, and nobody's asking you to meditate on a mountaintop. I write about the messy, funny, human side of mental fitness and the science behind how you can make your brain work for you, not against you.

Prefer to watch instead of read? Catch me on YouTube at Your Brain, Explained, where I break it all down one episode at a time.

Win the Moment: A Better Alternative to New Year’s Resolutions for Mental Fitness

New Year’s resolutions often feel overwhelming and hard to sustain. This post introduces a simpler, more effective approach: “Win the Moment.” By focusing on one small, intentional action at a time, you can reduce pressure, build mental fitness, and create real momentum that lasts beyond January.

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Don't Let "Ghosts" Haunt Your Life: Making the Invisible, Visible!

We all have “ghosts”—the invisible thoughts, emotions, and communication gaps that quietly shape our lives. This post explores how mental fitness helps you make the invisible visible, so you can better understand yourself, improve relationships, and stop letting hidden patterns run the show.

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mindset, emotional wellness, psychology Lissy Alden mindset, emotional wellness, psychology Lissy Alden

The Summer Trap: Why Our Expectations Are Sabotaging Our Happiness (and What to Do About It)

Summer is supposed to be the happiest time of the year—but high expectations often lead to disappointment instead. This post explores how unrealistic standards can quietly sabotage your happiness, and how mental fitness helps you reset expectations, stay present, and actually enjoy the moments you’re in.

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