{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2Fba9e5347-f7ae-447c-8be4-80075bd24f19","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Unraveling Ego Tricks to Find Inner Calm (presence, triggers, Yoga Nidra) with Danielle Matthews","description":"On The Mindful Living with host Sana, we cut through the noise and look at how the ego quietly fuels stress\u2014and how to step out of the loop. Danielle Matthews, who rebuilt her inner world after a traumatic brain injury, explains four common ego patterns (resistance, control, identity, urgency) and offers grounded tools\u2014acceptance, nervous-system awareness, and Yoga Nidra\u2014to move from reactivity to calm. Clear language, relatable examples (the \u201cmental tigers\u201d and the \u201cdon\u2019t jump in the hole\u201d analogies), and practical next steps make this a direct, no-fluff guide you can apply today across work, relationships, and self-care.\u00a0\nAbout the guest:\nDanielle Matthews is a teacher of mindfulness modalities including Yoga Nidra and yoga therapy. After a traumatic brain injury, she found inner peace first\u2014and later explored tools that supported physical recovery. She now shares practical frameworks to help people witness triggers, regulate the nervous system, and live with honest presence.\nKey takeaways :\n\n\nResistance vs. acceptance: Resisting what\u2019s happening (traffic, people\u2019s behavior) locks the body into stress; accepting facts opens access to calm and better choices.\n\n\nAction over outcome: You control actions, not results. Do what\u2019s in your locus of control and release the rest to reduce anxiety about the future.\n\n\nIdentity glue: Helpful labels (high-achiever, caregiver, survivor) can become traps. Don\u2019t chain your worth\u2014or others\u2019 outcomes\u2014to those roles.\n\n\nSupport without sinking: With struggling loved ones, stand \u201cat the edge of the hole\u201d to help\u2014don\u2019t jump in and carry their burden.\n\n\nNervous-system literacy: Notice sympathetic (fight/flight) spikes vs. parasympathetic states. Many \u201cthreats\u201d are mental habits, not real danger.\n\n\nTriggers are teachers: Present-moment reactions often grow from old \u201cseeds\u201d (unfinished past experiences). Use awareness to heal the root, not just the symptom.\n\n\nPractice that builds space: Yoga Nidra (guided, non-sleep deep rest) expands the capacity to witness thoughts/emotions without being pulled under.\n\n\nSimple daily reps: Breath cues, body sensation check-ins, and pausing before responding create real-world mindfulness off the cushion.\n\n\nConnect with the guest:\n\n\nYouTube: @healwithdanielle\n\n\nAll of Danielle\u2019s social links are listed on her channel\u2019s About section.\n\nWebsite: https://brainbodyself.com/\u00a0\n\n\nWant to be a guest on The Mindful Living? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch\n\n\nDM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik\n\n\nDisclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.\nHealthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it\u2019s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty\u2014storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate\u2014this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on:\n\u2022 Mental Health & Emotional Well-being\u2022 Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth\u2022 Holistic Healing & Conscious Living\u2022 Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment\nWith over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.\n\ud83d\udc49 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey.\nContact\n\ud83d\udcbc Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ud83d\udce7 Email: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavik.com\ud83c\udf10 Website: www.healthymindbyavik.com\ud83d\udccd Based in: India & USA\n\ud83c\udf99\ufe0f Open to collaborations, guest appearances, coaching, and strategic partnerships. Let's connect to ","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/b1eff17c-4201-4259-ab8d-b059a3277892/the-mindful-living-artwork8wndb.png"}