In this episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller talks with Michelle Maros — co-founder of Peaceful Mind Peaceful Life, yoga teacher, keynote speaker, and author of the upcoming book Dear Friend. Together, they explore the transformative power of meditation, how to move beyond “the grind” mindset, and the freedom that comes from owning your “yes” and “no.” Michelle also shares practical tips for befriending your inner critic, and offers guidance on having hard but necessary conversations to heal relationships.
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Chapters:
00:00 – Coming up: Unlock the secrets to a supercharged life
00:01:59 - Introduction to Michelle Maros
00:06:15 - The value of peace and relaxation
00:13:00 - The power of owning your "yes" and "no"
00:16:10 - Meditation misconceptions
00:22:19 - "Go slow to go fast" as a personal investment
00:24:32 - The benefits of journaling
00:28:41 - The importance of bypassing ego for creativity
00:30:40 - Michelle opens up about her father's death
00:34:52 - The anger stage of grief
00:41:07 - Michelle's personal mantra for living
00:47:12 - How to quit caring what others think
00:51:56 - Feedback is a gift
01:00:17 - Saying "no" as self-advocacy
01:11:41 - Befriending your inner critic & being curious
01:17:04 - Preorder Michelle's book Dear Friend
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