In Your Right Mind with Monique Rhodes

What if your life was filled only with the things you love most? In this episode, I reflect on the joy of rediscovering what truly brings us happiness—and how curating your life like a shelf of favorite books can reconnect you with meaning and delight.

People often get stuck in what they don't want. I want you to use those things you don't want to help you get ahead in your life.

What if one small shift could make a big difference in your day? In this episode, I explore how tiny habit changes—like swapping your phone for a book at bedtime—can create powerful momentum toward a healthier, happier life. I'll share simple ways to recognize your triggers and replace them with actions that better support your well-being.

Are you rushing through life trying to keep up with everyone else? In this episode, I explore why honoring your own natural pace—whether in work, healing, or everyday movement—can lead to greater peace and alignment. I'll share how slowing down helps your mind settle and why true growth never happens on someone else's timeline.

One of the most important things for me over this last year is community. Being in a community with others not only supports our mental health it also helps us grow.

I love the weekend because it's a chance for me to fill up my joy well. I hope you can find your joy this Sunday too.

Sometimes we can find ourselves in a place where difficult things keep showing up repeatedly. There are a couple of reasons this might be happening.

What does it truly mean to be happy? In this episode, I share my personal journey—from feeling lost and anxious to discovering a deep, unshakable happiness. I'll explore how shifting your mindset, embracing gratitude, and letting go of worry can transform your daily life.

I have been watching the Paralympics. One of my friends was a champion Paralympian, so I have been interested in the games since I was young. It's a good reminder of how different we all are.

How do you see the world around you? In this episode, I explore how the lens we choose—whether one of possibility or limitation—shapes our entire experience. I'll share how our minds are wired to seek confirmation of what we already believe and why shifting our perspective can open the door to a more positive, fulfilling life.

I took a break this weekend from the culture of victimhood. I saw how much I am surrounded by it every day.

What if lasting happiness is built one small step at a time? In this episode, I explore how meaningful change isn't about big, sweeping actions but the consistent, small drops that create powerful waves in our lives. I'll share why mastering simple, everyday practices can lead to profound happiness and how focusing on the drops can transform your perspective.

Do you often find yourself looking to others for reassurance? In this episode, I explore why relying on external validation can create a cycle of stress and dependency. I'll share why building a strong relationship with yourself is the key to lasting confidence and peace.

Today I want to tell you a story about performing for 10,000 people and how I accidentally learned to manage my nerves. In this episode, I share an unforgettable experience from my touring days that taught me something surprising—nerves aren't a requirement. With no time to overthink, I discovered how calm and clarity can replace anxiety, even in the most high-pressure moments. Join me as I explore how shifting our mindset can help us feel grounded, present, and more effective—on stage and in life.

A lot is stripped away when we cannot live our lives in the way that we are used to. It can lead us to ask some deep questions about ourselves.

How often do we miss opportunities to be kind because we're too focused on our own deadlines, pressures, or plans? In this episode, I share a fascinating study that reveals how even those preparing to teach about kindness sometimes fail to practice it when under time constraints. Together, we'll explore why it's so easy to overlook the needs of others—and why choosing kindness, even when inconvenient, is one of the most powerful ways we can live. Let's talk about how we can bring kindness to the forefront of our days and make it a guiding force in our lives

What if doing nothing was the key to reducing stress and boosting creativity? In this episode, I explore the Dutch concept of Niksen—the art of simply being without purpose or productivity. I'll share why allowing your mind to wander freely can help you relax, spark new ideas, and create a greater sense of spaciousness in your life.

How do you want to live your one precious life? In this episode, I reflect on how unexpected events—like a global pandemic or a personal health crisis—can spark deep questioning about how we spend our time. What truly matters? Are our daily choices aligned with our deeper values? If you'd like to go deeper into this work, visit iintendtobehappy.com—it's a wonderful place to begin your journey with me.

I have been seeing more and more over this last week that people are struggling. Let's talk about solutions-based thinking.

What if the goal of life isn't to eliminate your challenges—but to grow through them? In this episode, I explore how expecting life to become pain-free keeps us stuck in resistance. I'll share how challenges aren't obstacles to avoid, but essential experiences that help us evolve into kinder, stronger, more grounded people.

The most powerful thing you can do is to get to know your unique self. It has been one of the most significant opportunities that we have been given over this last year.

Why do some people lead with arrogance—and how do we stay kind in the face of it? In this episode, I explore how self-importance often masks insecurity and fear, and how these moments can reveal our own blocks to love. I'll share practical ways to meet unkindness with steadiness, see the human beneath the performance, and choose true leadership by treating everyone—at every level—with genuine respect.

I have had a bit of a tumultuous last few days. I was travelling, and my little covid free island nation has gone into lockdown. It's reminded me of the importance of taking care of each other.

What if the love we long for starts with what we're willing to give? In this episode, I respond to a listener who struggles to feel loved—and explore how shifting from waiting to creating love can transform your life. I'll share why vulnerability, kindness, and showing up for others is the first step to feeling truly connected.

From the moment we wake up until the moment we go to sleep, we interact with our phones. Today, we look at how to shift that into a healthier place.

Being present with other people is even more difficult today. And yet, this is precisely what we have missed so much during this pandemic.

Social media apps on our phones suck us in. That is what they are designed to do. Let's talk about it.

Email sucks our time, our energy and is a huge distraction when we are working and not working. How do we manage email on our phones and in our daily life?

Today we look at the "emergency" scenario, the reason so many of us feel we need to keep checking our phones. How do we manage that? In today's podcast, I'll give you some tools to help you.

We're all guilty of spending too much time on our phones. It's a common struggle. You can't go more than a few minutes without looking at your phone. You're addicted to checking it, and it doesn't matter how many times you tell yourself not to look at it, you still do. You may not even realize how much time you spend checking your phone--but if we're being honest with ourselves here (and we are), this is one of those things that we all do more than we should. We are unconsciously attached to our phones. We don't know how often we check them or how much time we spend on them, but it is a lot. In today's episode, we are going to continue our conversation about the relationship we have with our devices and how to lessen the time we spend on them.

Today we begin an exploration around your relationship with your phone. I hope you'll find this helpful.

What if your happiness is hiding in the smallest moments of your day? In this episode, I explore the quiet power of cherishing the ordinary—the cup of tea, the sunlight through your window, the warmth of a blanket, the birds outside your home. You'll discover how tiny moments of gratitude accumulate like drops of water, eventually forming a river of calm, joy, and contentment. When you learn to appreciate what's right in front of you, every day becomes a day worth celebrating.

What if the real healing begins the moment you stop fighting your emotions? In this episode, I explore how to move through grief, anger, and heartbreak without suppressing them—or drowning in them. You'll learn how to feel your emotions fully, why expressing anger safely is essential, and how spiritual bypassing can keep you from true healing. When we let emotions rise, move through us, and leave without clinging to the story, we make space for strength, clarity, and compassion to unfold.

Do you ever feel alone in your struggles or efforts to grow? In this episode, I share the powerful reminder that we're all in this together. I'll explore how recognizing others on similar journeys can ease feelings of isolation, boost motivation, and create a sense of connection. Let's discover how to find strength in community and the shared experiences of those around us.

When we begin to work with ourselves, sometimes things can seem to become worse. All that is happening is that we are a little bit like a pair of dirty socks.

Do you ever find your meditation practice feeling a bit dry or uninspired? I share how simple shifts in your environment—like music, art, or even a scented candle—can transform your practice into something sacred and uplifting. Discover how curating a space that feels joyful and aligned with your spirit can deepen your connection to yourself and make your meditation something you truly look forward to.

What does it mean to open our hearts fully to joy? In this episode, I reflect on the simple, powerful moments that move us to tears — a child's delight at receiving a puppy, the unconditional love of animals, the beauty of nature, and the ways these experiences remind us of what matters most. We'll look at how our culture often teaches us to shut down our emotions, and how allowing ourselves to feel deeply can reconnect us with compassion, gratitude, and aliveness. Let's explore how welcoming tears of joy can soften our hearts and open us to a richer, more connected life.

We live in a world of musts, shoulds and have tos. And we're exhausted. It's time for a little bit of just for you.

How do we create space for kindness in a world that often rewards hardness? In this episode, I explore the quiet, transformative impact of gentleness—toward ourselves and others. I'll share why offering compassion, even in small ways, can shift the energy in a room, rebuild trust, and remind us that we're not alone.

If we try to get our motivation mojo kicking again, a little bit of friendly competition can be a fantastic support and strategy.

It can be easy for us to underestimate how powerful it is to have others engaged in our goals. Today I discuss the power of doing things together.

Suppose we want to achieve something, then we need to get clear on the reason why. Often this is something that we overlook, believing that what we want to achieve is enough to motivate us.

It can be hard to get motivated right now. We are in such a strange time. Over these next few days, I will discuss a series of strategies to get your motivation moving. Today I discuss the power of rewards.

The mental health crisis is affecting our elite athletes. As they speak up, how can we learn from their example?

We live in a world where complaining has become almost second nature—fueled by endless platforms to voice what's wrong. But what does all that negativity really do to us? In this episode, I explore how indulging in complaints—whether out loud or in our heads—can quietly drain our energy, shape our mindset, and even keep us stuck in victimhood. I'll share why every word we speak carries an energy, and how becoming more thoughtful about what we say can transform our inner and outer world. Let's talk about shifting from being surrounded by darkness to consciously becoming a source of light.

I am seeing more and more people who are struggling with depression. Loneliness plays a big part in their struggle.

How do we make space for clarity in a world that never stops thinking? In this episode, I explore the difference between meditation and contemplation—and why understanding this distinction can help you find more peace, more spaciousness, and more power in your mind. If you'd like to go deeper into this work, visit iintendtobehappy.com—it's a wonderful place to begin your journey with me.

It can be easy to get crippled in indecision. I think I get through life quite quickly because I make decisions fast. If you struggle with making decisions or would like some tips to make decisions faster, you might find this podcast has some great strategies for you.

This is one of my superpowers. I want to share it with you. And I'm also interested to hear back from you as well. Have a listen.