When life doesn’t go according to plan, it’s easy to label the moment a failure. But what if that rejection, that derailment, that “no” is actually life redirecting you? Discover why your biggest disappointment might just be the beginning of your most meaningful chapter. You don’t have to believe it yet. You just have to stay open.
In Your Right Mind
with Monique Rhodes
A Bite-Sized Podcast Packed with Inspiration and Wisdom
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We spend so much of our lives believing we’re flawed, broken, or not enough. But what if that was never true? What if the part of you that feels unworthy isn’t your truth—but just a story you’ve been repeating? Today’s podcast invites you to look beneath the labels, beyond the shame, and remember the deeper part of yourself that has always been whole, no matter what you’ve been through.
Think confidence is something you’re either born with or not? Think again. Real confidence isn’t a personality trait—it’s a byproduct of courage, repetition, and resilience. In this piece, we break down why waiting to “feel ready” is the very thing holding you back, and how the path to unshakable confidence starts with one bold move (even if you’re shaking while you take it). You don’t need to be fearless. You just need to begin.
Ever catch yourself assuming the worst about what people mean, think, or feel about you? That quiet mental habit might be draining your energy and damaging your relationships more than you realize. In this episode, we explore the simple—but powerful—shift in perspective that can bring more ease, connection, and emotional clarity into your everyday life.
We’re surrounded by people, flooded with messages, and constantly “connected”—so why do so many of us still feel unseen? In this episode, we explore the one human need that matters more than validation, more than success, and more than being liked. It’s what we all crave—but most of us have no idea how to give or receive. If you’ve ever longed to feel truly understood, this is the conversation that will meet you there.
You’re on the edge—tired, discouraged, and ready to walk away from something you once believed in. But what if this moment, the one that feels unbearable, is actually the turning point? In this episode, we explore the hidden truth about breakdowns, why the hardest part often comes right before everything shifts, and how to stay steady when the light hasn’t arrived yet. If you’re thinking about giving up, listen to this first.
You’re holding back—editing your voice, second-guessing your choices, staying small—because of what “they” might think. But who exactly are they? In this episode, we unpack the invisible fear of judgment that keeps so many people stuck, and why naming it might be the first step to reclaiming your freedom. If you’ve ever felt paralyzed by other people’s opinions, this conversation might change everything.
You’ve built a comfortable life—but something still feels off. You’re not in crisis, yet nothing excites you. In this episode, we explore why too much comfort can quietly rob you of your energy, confidence, and purpose—and how small, intentional discomforts might be exactly what you need to feel alive again.
Think your habits, reactions, and relationship patterns are just “who you are”? Think again. In this powerful reflection, I uncover how the beliefs you inherited—often silently—from your family may still be shaping your life today. If you’ve ever felt stuck in cycles you can’t explain, this might be the truth you didn’t know you were living.
Think finding the “right” partner is the key to a happy life? New research says otherwise. In this episode, we dive into the surprising science showing that single women often live longer, feel more fulfilled, and experience more freedom than their married peers. If you’ve ever questioned whether partnership is the only path to happiness—this conversation will change the way you see solitude, self-love, and what it really means to be whole.
Think meditation is about clearing your mind or becoming your “best self”? Think again. In this episode, we explore the radical idea that you don’t need to fix, change, or improve anything—you just need to learn how to see what’s already here. If you’ve been trying to meditate but feel like you’re doing it wrong, this perspective might change everything.
Ever found yourself shutting down in a difficult conversation—heart racing, walls up, ready to walk away? You’re not alone. In this episode, we dive into the life-changing practice of staying present when everything in you wants to retreat. If you’ve been longing for deeper relationships, better communication, and more resilience in the face of conflict, this is the conversation you didn’t know you needed. Staying is hard—but it might just change everything.
Do you ever feel like you’re always the one holding space, checking in, showing up—only to be met with silence when you need support? In this episode, we explore the quiet heartbreak of feeling unseen, the real reason people don’t always respond the way you hope, and what to do when you’re tired of being the strong one. If you’re feeling hurt, unacknowledged, or just over-carrying the emotional weight—this conversation is for you.
In a world obsessed with healing, boundaries, and becoming your “highest self,” it’s easy to lose sight of something essential: other people. In this episode, we explore how the self-help industry may be quietly fueling self-absorption—and why the science (and ancient wisdom) tells us that true happiness lies not in endless self-focus, but in connection, compassion, and turning toward others. If you’ve been doing all the “inner work” but still feel disconnected, this conversation might be exactly what you need.
When someone you love stops being the person you remember—what do you do? In this episode, we explore the quiet heartbreak of watching someone evolve and the deeper truth about what it means to stay. If you’ve ever felt distance growing between you and someone you care about—not because they left, but because they changed—this is the perspective shift that might bring peace, compassion, and connection back into the relationship.
Avoidance only makes fear grow louder. In this episode, I explore why putting things off makes them feel heavier, and how one small step can shift everything. Let’s talk about how gentle action—not perfection—breaks the cycle of procrastination and brings us back to steadiness, clarity, and self-trust.
What if your way of showing love is actually pushing people away? In this episode, we explore the surprising ways well-intentioned affection can create distance—and what real kindness actually looks like. Whether you’re someone who needs space or someone who needs closeness, this conversation will challenge what you think connection means, and show you how to love people better—on their terms, not just yours.
Here are a few of my most popular podcast episodes:
Everything Will Be Alright : Manifesting Reality With Your Thoughts
This can be so hard for us to believe. However, when we do, we end up making wiser problem-solving decisions.
Fly Me To The Moon : Why Small Gestures Matter
It can be easy for us to think that we have to contribute in significant ways to make a difference. It couldn’t be further from the truth.
A Reflection On Depression
This podcast is about coping with negative emotions and thoughts. However, it also discusses depression. It is in response to a question. I hope it is helpful.
