AUSTIN SANTEE How to Build a Growth Mindset. Reader, picture this: I'm standing in front of my college class for the first public speech I've ever had to give, and my hands are shaking so badly I can barely read the scribbles on my notes. It wasn't just the fear of speaking out loud that got me; it was the terror of looking incompetent, of being the shy, clueless kid in the spotlight. Years later, after giving hundreds of speeches and earning a degree in Communication, that heart-pounding...
7 months ago • 25 min read
AUSTIN SANTEE Fostering Deep Connections with Others. Ever feel like you're constantly connected... yet utterly alone? We endlessly scroll through social media, bombarded by notifications and carefully curated feeds. This disconnect, despite constant connection, defines our digital age. Technology keeps us connected, but not in a way that truly matters. The curated online world creates a gap between the highlight reels and the messy beauty of authentic human connection. So, what can we do...
7 months ago • 24 min read
AUSTIN SANTEE How to Conquer Shame with Self-Love The shame monster. We all know it, that lurking feeling of inadequacy and unworthiness that can creep in and dim our inner light. But what if I told you the antidote to shame wasn't hiding in some exotic potion or expensive therapy session? What if the key to unlocking self-acceptance and genuine connection resided within you all along? Enter self-love. Often misunderstood and misrepresented, self-love isn't about bubble baths and endless...
8 months ago • 3 min read
AUSTIN SANTEE Building a Better You: The Secret to a Better Self-Image Our self-image plays a powerful role in shaping our lives. It influences our choices, behaviors, and even how others perceive us. But what if that image is distorted, holding us back from reaching our full potential? In this post, we'll explore how to build a better self-image, drawing inspiration from Maxwell Waltz's Psycho-Cybernetics and my own journey from insecurity to self-acceptance. The Power of "One, No One, and...
8 months ago • 2 min read
Austin Santee How to Make Friends: Forge deeper, and more meaningful connections! ↓ Dear Reader, In a world where digital interactions often overshadow face-to-face connections, the essence of true friendship and community becomes ever more precious. This newsletter is dedicated to exploring the depths of real connections and how we can nurture them in our lives. The Power of Friendship Abraham Lincoln once said, "I'm a success today because I had a friend who believed in me, and I didn't...
11 months ago • 2 min read
Austin Santee The Real Secret to Mental Fitness: How to Build Emotional Intelligence and Resilience ↓ Dear Reader, You've heard of mental fitness, right? It's about strengthening your mind to handle life's ups and downs. Now, let's talk about Stoicism, which might just be the original mental fitness regime. Stoicism isn't about being unfeeling or detached. It's about emotional intelligence and resilience. Think of Nassim Taleb's words: Stoicism is about turning fear into caution, pain into...
11 months ago • 1 min read
Austin Santee The Magic of Asking "Why": How We Can Learn A Lot From Kids. ↓ Dear Reader, Remember when you were a little kid, and your favorite question was, "Why?" You'd ask it about everything, driving the adults around you a little crazy, but you were onto something big. That tiny question was your brain's way of doing push-ups! As we grow up, we tend to ask "Why?" less often. Our brains get a bit lazier, and those "Why?" muscles don't get the workout they need. But here's a secret:...
11 months ago • 2 min read
Austin Santee Mindset Matters: The Key to Unlocking Your Potential ↓ Dear Reader, Ever thought a single book could rewire your brain? 📚 Scroll down, and let me tell you about a mental U-turn that changed my game. I'm just like you – a dreamer, a doer, someone who thought they had it all figured out. But there was a time when my efforts made me feel like I was running in place.I used to think "mindset" was just another buzzword. It seemed like a vague concept peddled by self-proclaimed gurus...
11 months ago • 2 min read
Austin Santee The Magic of You: Master Your Mind with Mental Fitness ↓ Dear Reader, I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to take a moment to welcome you as the newest member of the Mental Fitness PHD community! Your decision to join us here is a significant step toward your personal growth journey, and we're thrilled to have you on board. Whether you're looking to enhance your fitness, mindset, relationships, or lifestyle, you've come to the right place. At Mental Fitness PHD, we...
12 months ago • 2 min read