Life from the Top of the Mind
This series of podcasts is based upon a system for success developed by psychologist, Dr. Bill Crawford, (Ph.D.). The basic premise of this philosophy is that the reason we are less than effective is that the problems in our life trigger the release of certain stress-related chemicals that engage the lower 20% of our brain which is incapable of creative thinking. This results in feelings of stress, frustration, and the desire to either lash out or escape. What makes Dr. Crawford's "Top of the Mind" system unique and powerful is that it shows us how to change the chemical make-up of our body and shift to the upper 80% of our brain where we can access the clarity, confidence, and creativity necessary to bring our best to all aspects of life.
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- Update frequency
- every 9 days
- Average duration
- 6 minutes
- Episodes
- 340
- Years Active
- 2009 - 2025
Dealing with The Unknown
As Robert Burns said, "The best laid plans of mice and men oft go astray." So, let's make our plans, for sure, but always remember that our happiness and success is not about what happens in the fut…
Mon 15 Jul 2019
4 NEW Questions to Deal with Negative Emotions
"Until we can ask the right questions, we will rarely, if ever, find the right answers." ~ Bill Crawford (https://www.billcrawfordphd.com/quote-video-blog/)
Mon 08 Jul 2019
Why We Are So Exhausted!
“Until we shift our focus from trying to change the world around us so that it no longer "exhausts us," to triggering the chemicals in our brain and body that support our energy and effectiveness, we…
Wed 03 Jul 2019
How To Use Our Emotions (vs. Them Using US)
“Stress, anxiety, anger, and frustration are signals that something needs to change… Suffering is when we don’t make the change.” ~ Bill Crawford (https://www.billcrawfordphd.com/quote-video-blog/)
Mon 24 Jun 2019
What Makes Us Worthy?
“Until we make “who we are” more important than just what we do, we will always be at risk for being never enough.” ~ Bill Crawford (https://www.billcrawfordphd.com/quote-video-blog/)
Sun 16 Jun 2019
Defending vs. Being Defensive
"In order to be effective with others, we must know the difference between defending one's self and being defensive, and when (if ever) to use each." ~ Bill Crawford (https://www.billcrawfordphd.com…
Mon 10 Jun 2019
True Empathy?
"True empathy isn't simply understanding another's experience, it's connecting to the emotions that underpin that experience." ~ Adapted from Brene' Brown (https://www.billcrawfordphd.com/quote-video…
Mon 03 Jun 2019
What's The Most Important Thing In Your Life?
“Never make the most important thing in your life something that is beyond your control.” ~ Bill Crawford (https://www.billcrawfordphd.com/quote-video-blog/)
Thu 23 May 2019
Five New Steps to Dealing with Anxiety
"Anxiety is a signal that something needs to change…. Suffering is when we don't make the change." ~ Bill Crawford (https://www.billcrawfordphd.com/quote-video-blog/)
Mon 20 May 2019
New Information on Patience
"Patience isn't simply the ability to wait, but the ability to keep a good attitude while waiting." ~ Joyce Meyer (https://www.billcrawfordphd.com/quote-video-blog/)
Sun 12 May 2019
The 3 Keys To Success & Happiness
“To achieve anything, we must have a clear purpose, a pathway, and the persistence necessary to see it through.” ~ Bill Crawford (https://www.billcrawfordphd.com/quote-video-blog/)
Tue 07 May 2019
Perfectionism - The Good, Bad, and Ugly!
“Wherever perfectionism is driving us, fear of not measuring up and shame are always riding shotgun.” ~ Adapted from Brene’ Brown (https://www.billcrawfordphd.com/quote-video-blog/)
Wed 01 May 2019
More Info on Why People Don't Listen
"We will never get others to trust our best by pointing out their worst." ~ Bill Crawford (https://www.billcrawfordphd.com/quote-video-blog/)
Mon 22 Apr 2019
Why Our Kids Don't Listen To Our Advice
"Until we are able to understand the neuroscience behind our communications with others, and frame our suggestions in a way that they hear as valuable, our advice will tend to go unheeded and unheard…
Wed 17 Apr 2019
5 Steps To Surviving a Breakup
"Surviving a breakup is hard - Especially if you are the one being 'broken up with'." ~ Bill Crawford (https://www.billcrawfordphd.com/quote-video-blog/)
Wed 03 Apr 2019
The Problem with Constructive Criticism
"Criticism can be effective when there is something that must be destroyed or dissolved, but it is capable only of harm when there is something to be built." ~ Adapted from Carl Jung (https://www.bi…
Wed 27 Feb 2019
Panic Attacks!
"Until we recognize that panic attacks are the result of a chemical change in our body triggered by a specific part of the brain, we will forever be at the mercy of these frightening experiences.” ~ …
Tue 19 Feb 2019
Fear of Public Speaking
“Fear of public speaking is like any fear… it is a learned perspective designed to keep us safe from failure and embarrassment by making us so anxious that we choose avoidance over engagement… Not so…
Tue 12 Feb 2019
Fear of Failure
“Fear of failure is not something we are born with, but a fear that is learned and must be unlearned if we want to become more influential in our lives, and the lives of others.” ~ Bill Crawford (h…
Wed 06 Feb 2019
The Problem with "Core Values"
"Core Values are only truly valuable when taken off of the wall and turned into behaviors that are embraced by all." ~ Bill Crawford (https://www.billcrawfordphd.com/quote-video-blog/)
Tue 29 Jan 2019
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