In this episode of “Healthy Mind Heavenly Life”, the host interviews Charisa, a woman who has mastered the art of turning obstacles into growth and self-mastery. She shares her journey of overcoming obesity, struggles with alcohol, and a life-changing car accident that led to an undiagnosed brain injury. Despite these challenges, her relentless push for self-improvement has led her to success and fulfillment.

She shares her insights on discipline, mindset, and maintaining physical and mental health. She emphasizes the importance of doing what works in life, rather than what one wants. She explains how she had to prioritize what worked over what she wanted in her life, which involved overcoming her avoidance behaviors such as drinking and binge eating.

She discusses the importance of developing a positive mindset and mental fortitude to make choices based on what works rather than what one wants. She shares her weight loss journey and how she built her confidence by showing up and doing the work, even when it was hard.

She also talks about the daily habits she found most effective in ensuring that she stays on the path that works, even when it’s not what she initially wanted. These habits include waking up early, working out, eating a healthy breakfast, and doing some reading and reflecting.

She advises listeners who feel stuck and find it hard to see beyond their immediate wants to just choose one thing different in that moment and aim for 1% change. She emphasizes the importance of starting now, doing something small, and never giving up on oneself.

The episode ends with the host thanking Theresa for her wisdom and reminding listeners that it’s about making choices that lead to long-term well-being and fulfillment. The host encourages listeners to tune in for more empowering episodes as they continue to explore ways to cultivate a healthy mind and a healthy life.