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.
Why Flexible Boundaries Beat Work-Life Balance
Delivering "the performance of your life" at 6:30am on a Tuesday might look like high productivity, but it’s often a sign that our mental fitness is being taxed by a lack of clear boundaries. I’m diving into why we say "yes" when we mean "no," and how shifting from rigid fences to flexible ropes can actually strengthen your focus and well-being.
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.
