In this episode, Mindset Training: Conquer Your Mind and Rest Will Follow, Benjamin and Dr. Nekeshia Hammond talk about self-leadership, burnout, making life pivots, and how to get more out of life than you are experiencing right now. Dr. Hammond is a psychologist and author of the newly released book, Mindset Training: Conquer Your Mind and the Rest Will Follow. She is a mental wellness expert and is highly recognized for her expertise in mental health, burnout prevention, and leadership development. She has held influential leadership roles, including President of the Florida Psychological Association. Her thought leadership has been featured on NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX, and Essence Magazine. This conversation explores the critical importance of self-care as the foundation for mental health and personal growth and tackles the societal stigmas that often equate expressing personal needs with weakness, highlighting a positive shift towards mental health awareness and self-love. This episode empowers you to see self-care not as a luxury, but as an essential tool to become the best version of yourself, ultimately benefiting those who depend on your well-being.

Episode Quote:

"Self-leadership is not selfish, it's essential to your health and well-being. By leading yourself well first you position yourself to maximize your impact on others."

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