In this episode of 'Creating the Vision', we kick off Mental Health Month by inviting Dr. Andre Caruso, a psychologist and personal trainer for the brain, to discuss the importance of mindset and behavior for mental health.

We explore the concept of mental fitness similar to physical training and delve into Dr. Andre's background from hospitality to psychology, emphasizing his work in melding mental wellness with business. The discussion covers topics like the impact of COVID-19 on work habits, the significance of leadership and soft skills in corporate culture, and the evolution of workplace dynamics post-pandemic.

We touch upon personal experiences and the importance of maintaining mental health through various strategies, including setting boundaries, acknowledging emotions, and the adaptability of human behavior toward achieving personal and professional goals. Dr. Andre promotes a message of trying new things, embracing change, and allowing oneself permission to pursue personal awesomeness.

We talk about:

• 00:00 Intro

• 02:35 Ivolve

• 05:36 Building trust in the workplace, crossing generations

• 11:28 The idea of balance for different people

• 14:22 Seasons or stages of business, the importance of taking breaks

• 19:48 Thoughts on self care

• 27:38 Debunking the idea of needing x amount of days to make a habit, his 3 Rs

• 34:24 Our experiences affect everything we engage with and color our interpretations

• 44:22 Giving yourself permission to dream and set goals

• 50:51 More than one thing can be true

• 53:39 Do the dang goal

Resources:

• Workbook: https://a.co/d/9GpwurV
  
  

Connect with Dr. Andre

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drandrecaruso/

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drandrecaruso/

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• Website: https://mmsconsultingfirm.com/