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Join me in this engaging episode as I explore growth mindset and mindfulness with expert Danica Favorite — a multi-published author and mindset coach. We discuss practical ways to strengthen your mindset, embrace mindfulness, and build resilience. Discover how inner work, flexibility, and simple daily habits can set you up for success. Whether you're a writer, creative, or personal growth enthusiast, this episode offers inspiring insights to help you grow and thrive.

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• 📚 Books:
  • The Four Agreements | Read our blog post about this book.
  • The Mastery of Love
  • Built to Move
• Metta Meditation
• 🎶 Wish You Were Here by Pink Floyd
• 🧘🏻‍♀️ Yoga with Adriene
• Pomodoro Technique & Writing Sprints both are about focused bursts of time
  • Macarena’s favorite writing timer
• Brave New Bookshelf: Perspective in AI and Publishing
• Harnessing AI for Storytelling with Macarena luz Bianchi from Magical Mindset

⚡ Highlights

1. Mindfulness and Presence
2. Set Yourself Up for Success
3. Curiosity and Questions
4. Value of Storytelling
5. Embrace Change and Rhythm
6. Adopt a Spirit of Adventure

⭐️ Guest Danica Favorite

Danica Favorite is a renowned author and mindset coach, known for her passion to empower others to tell their stories. As a multi-published hybrid author, she helps clients navigate the complex challenges faced by authors today. Her mission stems from the belief that every story matters, and she dedicates her work to elevate the voices that shape our understanding of the world.

• Instagram: @danicafavori

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🧚🏼‍♀️ Host Macarena luz Bianchi is a Program Creator, Children's Book Author, and Mindset Coach for Grown-Ups, she's affectionately known as My Fairy Godmother to her community, inspiring and guiding them on their personal growth journeys.

At Spark Social Press, they offer gift books of empowering poetry for grown-ups to express themselves with meaningful words of recognition, inspiration, and appreciation on every occasion, allowing readers to feel seen and understood.

The Grateful Giraffes book series and subscription for children, educators, and caretakers that encourages gratitude through play with Book Club and Writing Workshop prompts.

For personal development, Macarena has created several programs:

• Theme Park of Life and Directing Your Life programs.
• The Hot Project step-by-step guide to sizzling self-esteem inside and out.
• Lighthearted Living Formula of wonder, wellness, and wisdom.

🧚🏼‍♀️She's like a fairy godmother who helps people express themselves genuinely with her community subscriptions, coaching, and courses. She offers simple and nourishing mindset tools such as gratitude and self-esteem makeovers for her clients to reclaim their lightheartedness and joy of life while expressing their wonderful selves without guilt or overwhelm. Learn more at macarenaluzbianchi.com.

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In this enlightening episode, we dive into the world of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and explore the transformative power of holistic healing practices with licensed acupuncturist, Mercy Gomez. Mercy shared her unique treatments like quantum facials, auricular therapy, facial and foot reflexology, and more. We discover how these modalities not only enhance beauty but also promote profound healing and balance. We also discuss the seasonal wisdom of TCM, the importance of grounding, and how to integrate mindfulness and energy work into daily life. This episode covers deep insights into creating a healthier, balanced existence through natural and ancient practices.

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🔗 Resources & References

• 📚 Books:
  • Dr. Emoto: Messages from Water
  • The Body Keeps The Score
  • Eat Right for Your Type - blood type
  • Edgar Cayce Remedies

⚡ Highlights

Five Elements of TCM

• Spring (wood): Focuses on liver and gallbladder, encouraging detoxification.
• Summer (fire): Aims at maintaining heart health and addressing mental clarity, using cooling essential oils.
• Fall (air): Concentrates on lung and large intestine, embracing the process of letting go and assimilation.
• Winter (water): Engages with kidney and urinary bladder, prioritizing rest and introspection.

⭐️ Guest Mercy Gomez

Mercy is a Licensed Acupuncturist that assists clients with understanding different imbalances that are going on in the body by using, acupuncture, auricular therapy, facial reflexology, foot reflexology, tuning forks, herbs and Access Consciousness. Each treatment assist to clear old energetic ties to old structures within to achieve a clear and healthier state of living. Follow her on

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🧚🏼‍♀️ Host Macarena luz Bianchi is a Program Creator, Children's Book Author, and Mindset Coach for Grown-Ups, she's affectionately known as My Fairy Godmother to her community, inspiring and guiding them on their personal growth journeys.

At Spark Social Press, they offer gift books of empowering poetry for grown-ups to express themselves with meaningful words of recognition, inspiration, and appreciation on every occasion, allowing readers to feel seen and understood.

The Grateful Giraffes book series and subscription for children, educators, and caretakers that encourages gratitude through play with Book Club and Writing Workshop prompts.

For personal development, Macarena has created several programs:

• Theme Park of Life and Directing Your Life programs.
• The Hot Project step-by-step guide to sizzling self-esteem inside and out.
• Lighthearted Living Formula of wonder, wellness, and wisdom.

🧚🏼‍♀️She's like a fairy godmother who helps people express themselves genuinely with her community subscriptions, coaching, and courses. She offers simple and nourishing mindset tools such as gratitude and self-esteem makeovers for her clients to reclaim their lightheartedness and joy of life while expressing their wonderful selves without guilt or overwhelm. Learn more at macarenaluzbianchi.com.

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I discuss radical authenticity with Malorie Cooper and shares her journey of self-acceptance amidst societal limitations. This exploration highlights the balance of self-expression against social roles, advocating for shedding external judgement and embracing one's true self with confidence. We also touch on the world of music, drawing inspiration from artists like Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, and Madonna, who exemplify resilience and authenticity in the face of public scrutiny. Their ability to reinvent and express themselves freely is a testament to the power of creativity and personal identity. Our discussion collectively emphasize nurturing self-worth and finding joy in authenticity across life and art, encouraging individuals to experiment and discover their true identities without fear or judgment.

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🔗 Resources & References

• 📚 Books:
  • The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom to deconstruct limited and inherited notions and reconstruct universal ideas
  • Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout by Cal Newport
  • The Chronicles of Narnia
  • The Artist's Way
  • How wearing leggings changed my life by Malorie Cooper
• 🎬 Movies & Show:
  • Ace Ventura Pet Detective & When Nature Calls
  • Toy Story
  • Maury Show by Maury Povich
  • The Sandman
  • Miss Americana | Taylor Swift Documentary
• 🎶 Edge of Glory | Lady Gaga
• ✨Artists Mentioned:
  • Madonna: The Celebration Tour
  • Kim Petras | Kim Petras was a special guest at the Madonna concert I attended!
  • Taylor Swift
  • Billie Eilish
  • Eminem
  • Lady Gaga

⚡ Highlights

1. Embrace Authenticity
2. Let Go of Shame
3. Explore and Experiment
4. Accept Life’s Seasons
5. Celebrate Individuality
6. Stay Present

⭐️ Guest Malorie Cooper

Science Fiction Author and Book Marketing Coach

Malorie Cooper is a New York Times bestselling science fiction author of over one hundred books. In additi

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🧚🏼‍♀️ Host Macarena luz Bianchi is a Program Creator, Children's Book Author, and Mindset Coach for Grown-Ups, she's affectionately known as My Fairy Godmother to her community, inspiring and guiding them on their personal growth journeys.

At Spark Social Press, they offer gift books of empowering poetry for grown-ups to express themselves with meaningful words of recognition, inspiration, and appreciation on every occasion, allowing readers to feel seen and understood.

The Grateful Giraffes book series and subscription for children, educators, and caretakers that encourages gratitude through play with Book Club and Writing Workshop prompts.

For personal development, Macarena has created several programs:

• Theme Park of Life and Directing Your Life programs.
• The Hot Project step-by-step guide to sizzling self-esteem inside and out.
• Lighthearted Living Formula of wonder, wellness, and wisdom.

🧚🏼‍♀️She's like a fairy godmother who helps people express themselves genuinely with her community subscriptions, coaching, and courses. She offers simple and nourishing mindset tools such as gratitude and self-esteem makeovers for her clients to reclaim their lightheartedness and joy of life while expressing their wonderful selves without guilt or overwhelm. Learn more at macarenaluzbianchi.com.

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We explore the creation of an abundance mindset with purpose and mindset coach Veronica Kissling. We discuss techniques to gamify life, establish a mindset for success, and share personal experiences and tools that have shaped our growth journeys. Veronica shares her inspiring story of overcoming health challenges and transforming her mindset to achieve financial success in entrepreneurship, debunking common misconceptions about abundance. We delve into practical tips to improve one's relationship with money, the importance of setting oneself up for success, and the power of enjoying the journey. We also touch on the significance of self-worth, the impact of upbringing on financial habits, and the concept of receiving abundance in all its forms.

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🔗 Resources & References

• 📚 Books:
  • Quantum Healing by Deepak Chopra from the 1990s is no longer available, but Quantum Body is | Read our blog post about this book.
• Our Shaman friend, Christina Deering
• Ontological Coaching
• Macarena's filmography on IMDB
• Tubular Gauze
• Money Kit for Kids
• Indexes and Index Funds

⚡ Highlights

Practical Tips to Cultivate Abundance

1. Neutral Perspective on Money
2. Receiving Exercise
3. Self-Esteem Checks

Gamifying Life - By approaching life with curiosity and a "what if" mindset, you can make even mundane tasks more engaging and educational.

⭐️ Guest Veronica Kissling

Purpose & Mindset Coach

Veronica helps impact-driven people realign their business with their purpose and vision while working on mindset. She works with people who want to create a change within their industry.

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🧚🏼‍♀️ Host Macarena luz Bianchi is a Program Creator, Children's Book Author, and Mindset Coach for Grown-Ups, she's affectionately known as My Fairy Godmother to her community, inspiring and guiding them on their personal growth journeys.

At Spark Social Press, they offer gift books of empowering poetry for grown-ups to express themselves with meaningful words of recognition, inspiration, and appreciation on every occasion, allowing readers to feel seen and understood.

The Grateful Giraffes book series and subscription for children, educators, and caretakers that encourages gratitude through play with Book Club and Writing Workshop prompts.

For personal development, Macarena has created several programs:

• Theme Park of Life and Directing Your Life programs.
• The Hot Project step-by-step guide to sizzling self-esteem inside and out.
• Lighthearted Living Formula of wonder, wellness, and wisdom.

🧚🏼‍♀️She's like a fairy godmother who helps people express themselves genuinely with her community subscriptions, coaching, and courses. She offers simple and nourishing mindset tools such as gratitude and self-esteem makeovers for her clients to reclaim their lightheartedness and joy of life while expressing their wonderful selves without guilt or overwhelm. Learn more at macarenaluzbianchi.com.

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Together with my guest, a multidisciplinary artist, educator, and facilitator José Angel Castro, we discuss the power of harnessing creativity to navigate today's dynamic world, the transformative impact of martial arts, and the importance of self-expression. We explore the profound insights on how to maintain balance during challenging times, practice gratitude, and find joy in creating. We dive into our personal stories and learn practical tips for empowering yourself through creative practices.

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🔗 Resources & References

• 📚 Books:
  • The Creative Act - Viewing Creativity as a Devotional Practice
  • Atomic Habits - photography class experiment
  • The Artist’s Way - accessing or discovering creativity
  • Bruce Lee & Jeet Kune Do
• 🖌 José Angel Castro’s Painting Method: Chrysaline: Kinetic Painting & N/FLUX Living Canvas
• 🎨 Art movement: Dadaism & Fluxus
• 🎬 Movie: Fight Club
• Community: Creative Mornings
• Networking: BNI
• Miami Boba Tea: Mius Tea & Asian Mart (Korean Grocer)
• The Bass Museum of Modern Art & Hernan Bas: The Conceptualists

⚡ Highlights

Agreement with Self

1. Take a Break
2. Feel
3. Make Something

⭐️ Guest José Angel Castro

José Angel Castro, Artist, Educator & Facilitator

José Angel Castro is a multi-disciplinary artist and entrepreneur who aims to contribute positively and productively to the world around him. To him, his creativity is applicable to many pursuits as is evidenced by his eclectic and colorful background. For him, everything is a puzzle. You just have to figure out how the pieces fit.

Contact:

• Instagram: Artist

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🧚🏼‍♀️ Host Macarena luz Bianchi is a Program Creator, Children's Book Author, and Mindset Coach for Grown-Ups, she's affectionately known as My Fairy Godmother to her community, inspiring and guiding them on their personal growth journeys.

At Spark Social Press, they offer gift books of empowering poetry for grown-ups to express themselves with meaningful words of recognition, inspiration, and appreciation on every occasion, allowing readers to feel seen and understood.

The Grateful Giraffes book series and subscription for children, educators, and caretakers that encourages gratitude through play with Book Club and Writing Workshop prompts.

For personal development, Macarena has created several programs:

• Theme Park of Life and Directing Your Life programs.
• The Hot Project step-by-step guide to sizzling self-esteem inside and out.
• Lighthearted Living Formula of wonder, wellness, and wisdom.

🧚🏼‍♀️She's like a fairy godmother who helps people express themselves genuinely with her community subscriptions, coaching, and courses. She offers simple and nourishing mindset tools such as gratitude and self-esteem makeovers for her clients to reclaim their lightheartedness and joy of life while expressing their wonderful selves without guilt or overwhelm. Learn more at macarenaluzbianchi.com.

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Both named Macarena and sharing a Chilean background, we recount our experiences with the famous 'Macarena' song and its impact on our lives. From overcoming grudges to embracing the song's cultural phenomenon, we delve into personal growth and healing.

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🔗 Resources & References

• 🎶 The song Macarena:
  • Slate 1995 Podcast + The blog post where I share how I made peace with the producers since it turned out I was the AH.
  • Dayan.Kole jumping rope dance

⚡ Highlights

• The two Macarenas share how they navigate sharing a unique name.
• The impact of the iconic "Macarena" song on their lives, from childhood trauma to eventual acceptance.
• A therapeutic podcast helped Macarena find peace with the song.

⭐️ Guest Mackie Jones

Macarena Jones - Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Area: Behaviorism and Psychology
Negative schemas
Mental schemas/core belief

Contact:

• macarena.jones@gmail.com

📍 Location: Miami, FL USA

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🧚🏼‍♀️ Host Macarena luz Bianchi is a Program Creator, Children's Book Author, and Mindset Coach for Grown-Ups, she's affectionately known as My Fairy Godmother to her community, inspiring and guiding them on their personal growth journeys.

At Spark Social Press, they offer gift books of empowering poetry for grown-ups to express themselves with meaningful words of recognition, inspiration, and appreciation on every occasion, allowing readers to feel seen and understood.

The Grateful Giraffes book series and subscription for children, educators, and caretakers that encourages gratitude through play with Book Club and Writing Workshop prompts.

For personal development, Macarena has created several programs:

• Theme Park of Life and Directing Your Life programs.
• The Hot Project step-by-step guide to sizzling self-esteem inside and out.
• Lighthearted Living Formula of wonder, wellness, and wisdom.

🧚🏼‍♀️She's like a fairy godmother who helps people express themselves genuinely with her community subscriptions, coaching, and courses. She offers simple and nourishing mindset tools such as gratitude and self-esteem makeovers for her clients to reclaim their lightheartedness and joy of life while expressing their wonderful selves without guilt or overwhelm. Learn more at macarenaluzbianchi.com.

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Unlocking the Power of Positive Core Beliefs with Macarena and Mackie Jones

We delve into the concept of schemas and how they shape our worldview. Joined by my special guest Mackie Jones, a behavioral analyst and longtime friend of mine, we explore how our core beliefs influence our reactions and interactions. We discuss the significance of becoming aware of our automatic thoughts, exploring alternative perspectives, and changing our behaviors to foster a healthier mindset. We offer insights into living a more mindful and empowered life through personal anecdotes and practical advice.

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🔗 Resources & References

• 📚 Books:
  • The Four Agreements - Reprogramming Mindsets | Read our blog post about this book.
  • The Mastery of Love - How to build self-love
  • Getting the Love You Want - The inner work to be present in relationships | Read our blog post about this book.
  • Worthy - how to heal and build
• Enneagram Testing

⚡ Highlights
”THE POWER OF OPTIONS” - People suffer because they feel trapped in one thing.

3 STEPS TO CHALLENGE CORE SCHEMAS:

1. Attention, becoming aware of your thoughts.
2. Look for alternatives; explore and be curious.
3. Analyze your behaviors because those behaviors will support a healthier way of thinking and feeling.

⭐️ Guest Mackie Jones

Macarena Jones - Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Area: Behaviorism and Psychology
Negative schemas
Mental schemas/core belief

C

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🧚🏼‍♀️ Host Macarena luz Bianchi is a Program Creator, Children's Book Author, and Mindset Coach for Grown-Ups, she's affectionately known as My Fairy Godmother to her community, inspiring and guiding them on their personal growth journeys.

At Spark Social Press, they offer gift books of empowering poetry for grown-ups to express themselves with meaningful words of recognition, inspiration, and appreciation on every occasion, allowing readers to feel seen and understood.

The Grateful Giraffes book series and subscription for children, educators, and caretakers that encourages gratitude through play with Book Club and Writing Workshop prompts.

For personal development, Macarena has created several programs:

• Theme Park of Life and Directing Your Life programs.
• The Hot Project step-by-step guide to sizzling self-esteem inside and out.
• Lighthearted Living Formula of wonder, wellness, and wisdom.

🧚🏼‍♀️She's like a fairy godmother who helps people express themselves genuinely with her community subscriptions, coaching, and courses. She offers simple and nourishing mindset tools such as gratitude and self-esteem makeovers for her clients to reclaim their lightheartedness and joy of life while expressing their wonderful selves without guilt or overwhelm. Learn more at macarenaluzbianchi.com.

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We explore the importance of self-expression and discovering creative talents with my guest Millenia Ortiz, a newborn care specialist and multi-talented hair and makeup artist. We delve into how self-expression from a young age can shape who we are, the therapeutic value of journaling, writing, and music, and the influence of mindset on purposeful living. Millenia also shares her journey in newborn care and the significance of nurturing self-expression. We discuss insights on embracing creativity, handling personal growth, and achieving balance through gratitude and mindfulness.

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🔗 Resources & References

• 📚 Books:
  • Macarena’s Poetry Books
  • Creativity Book: The Artist’s Way
  • Inner Child Book: Healing Your Aloneness: Finding Love and Wholeness Through Your Inner Child
  • Healthy Interpersonal Relationship Book: Getting the Love You Want: A Guide for Couples - suitable for singles and all relationship statuses
  • Stories and Songs that Set the Spirit Free by Karen Drucker
  • Mastery by Robert Greene
• 🎶 Listen to Spiritual Music by Karen Drucker: I Am So Blessed
• 🎬 Movies:
  • Toy Story
  • Blended
• Find Your Aptitudes and Talents
  • Enneagram Testing
  • Strengths Test
  • Aptitude Testing
• Madonna's Celebration Tour Miami

⭐️ Guest Millenia Ortiz

A newborn care specialist and multi-talented hair and makeup artist.

Contact:

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🧚🏼‍♀️ Host Macarena luz Bianchi is a Program Creator, Children's Book Author, and Mindset Coach for Grown-Ups, she's affectionately known as My Fairy Godmother to her community, inspiring and guiding them on their personal growth journeys.

At Spark Social Press, they offer gift books of empowering poetry for grown-ups to express themselves with meaningful words of recognition, inspiration, and appreciation on every occasion, allowing readers to feel seen and understood.

The Grateful Giraffes book series and subscription for children, educators, and caretakers that encourages gratitude through play with Book Club and Writing Workshop prompts.

For personal development, Macarena has created several programs:

• Theme Park of Life and Directing Your Life programs.
• The Hot Project step-by-step guide to sizzling self-esteem inside and out.
• Lighthearted Living Formula of wonder, wellness, and wisdom.

🧚🏼‍♀️She's like a fairy godmother who helps people express themselves genuinely with her community subscriptions, coaching, and courses. She offers simple and nourishing mindset tools such as gratitude and self-esteem makeovers for her clients to reclaim their lightheartedness and joy of life while expressing their wonderful selves without guilt or overwhelm. Learn more at macarenaluzbianchi.com.

📣Affiliate links earn us a commission, and we only recommend appreciated products.