{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"MIDDLE GROUND - Real Conversations on Faith, Identity & Becoming — Through an LDS Lens of Curiosity, Love and Doubt","title":"Mindy Cope - 7 Ground Rules That Pulled Me Off the Bathroom Floor and Changed How I See Everything","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3363,"description":"In this episode I talk with the wonderful Mindy Cope about the seven ground rules she has spent a decade collecting that have completely transformed the way she thinks, reacts, and shows up in her life. We talk about her faith journey, what gratitude has to do with faith, and how learning to trust her own inner voice changed everything. Then Mindy walks us through each ground rule one by one, most of them rooted in the teachings of Byron Katie, and shares real stories of how she has practiced them in everyday moments big and small. This one is full of so much wisdom and I took notes the entire time.Brynne’s Social:Facebook: @Brynne Erickson - my public pagehttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573316550355Instagram: @brynne_ericksonhttps://www.instagram.com/brynne_erickson/TakeawaysGratitude is linked to faith.Living in gratitude transforms experiences into gifts.Spiritual goals can guide personal growth.Service to others brings peace and fulfillment.Family influences shape our beliefs and values.Understanding the spirit requires personal integrity.Personal beliefs can challenge societal norms.Ground rules help navigate life's challenges.Negative thoughts signal a need for self-reflection.Taking accountability empowers personal change.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Mindy Cope03:21 The Connection Between Gratitude and Faith06:23 Spiritual Goals and Personal Experiences09:20 The Role of Service in Spiritual Growth12:26 Navigating Relationships and Spirituality15:23 Understanding the Spirit and Personal Guidance18:29 Empowerment Through Self-Trust20:52 Ground Rules for Life: A New Perspective23:49 Challenging Negative Thoughts24:22 The Importance of Personal Responsibility28:05 Understanding Personal Boundaries31:06 The Power of Self-Responsibility34:46 Living in the Present Moment38:52 Loving What Is43:38 Radical Responsibility in Relationships45:41 Taking Accountability for Your Reactions","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/SbV3ICtX4hI_1l89EhtjdisMmME50fHAAy-szdTMT-0/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS81NzBj/MGU5NjM5NGE4ODAx/ZDdkNjc2YWQ2ZjAx/YzVjYy5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}