MH23-47. Jaime A. Pineda, PhD & Mind Chaos.


Mental Health Awareness with Sara Troy and her guest Jaime Pineda (pin eh da), on air from November 21ST

Listeners will learn how to use simple, time-tested techniques to control anxiety and recover their creative nature.

Segment Idea-Transform an Uncontrolled Mind into a Creative Mind in 4 Simple Steps

This is a segment about how four simple steps can help you shift from an uncontrolled mind to a creative and calm one.  

Big idea: From the pandemic’s stresses and aftershocks to the state of the world, many of us can’t seem to shut off our brains. We experience a nearly constant noise of fears and anxieties that can block out our awareness of the present and our peace of mind. But a highly effective technique can quiet our brains, getting them under control.  

Why it matters: Mind storms keep us obsessed on the past, snagged on trying to protect ourselves from old injustices. Succumbing to this state of mind can derail our work, our lives and our relationships, keeping us from moving forward or finding happiness and peace. But the mind we’re born with is anything but hectic — and that’s what we need to find again.

Key messages: Neuroscience expert Jaime A. Pineda, PhD  shares four highly effective strategies for shutting down our uncontrolled thoughts and finding a place of deep creativity and calm. RUBI is an easy to remember yet powerful technique that brings the mind back to its original unencumbered state.   

The author can also discuss:

• How to recognize the illusion of separation.

• Why it’s so important to understand what we face. 

• How to find the right balance between living in the past and living in the present.

• How to implement answers to ground ourselves in the now.

The source: Jaime A. Pineda, PhD is Professor of Cognitive Science, Neuroscience, and Psychiatry at the University of California, San Diego, and the author of many widely cited papers in animal and human cognitive and systems neuroscience, as well as two books of poetry on mind-brain relationships with an emphasis on spirituality, mysticism, environmentalism, and social activism. 



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For centuries, spirituality has told us that the answer to life’s problems lies within us, if only we would realize that we are more than what we imagine. Now, scientific understanding is showing us the way. For humans, anxiety is the background “fever” that never breaks but can often get much worse. Whether the causes are individual, relational, cultural, or pandemic problems, when they occur, they affect our ability to live a joyful and creative life. This often means getting mired in uncontrolled mind loops and incessant circular thinking, making us feel helpless and stuck. In this book, Jaime Pineda shows how the dynamics of anxiety and incessant rumination reflect uncontrolled creativity, and how using simple, time-tested techniques we can learn to control the chaos and recover our creative nature.

The key to the solution is to understand that the intellect only helps to some extent, but by itself cannot solve its own problem. What we need is a mind that can, in a nonjudgmental way, distance itself from the thought patterns that trap us. We are born with an incredible, original mind that quickly becomes obscured by the fever of fear and anxiety. But we can recover this mind quickly. Pineda teaches us how to recognize the basic problem and find the solution through a series of steps and techniques that help bring us out of the loops and recover a cleaner mindset that enables us to move beyond the static of anxiety.

Jaime A. Pineda, PhD is Professor of Cognitive Science, Neuroscience, and Psychiatry at the University of California, San Diego, and the author of many widely cited papers in animal and human cognitive and systems neuroscience, as well as two books of poetry on mind-brain relationships with an emphasis on spirituality, mysticism, environmentalism, and social activism. 


 https://the-unencumbered-mind.com

 jpineda@ucsd.edu

facebook.com/jaime.pineda.3551

linkedin.com/in/jaime-a-pineda-

https://research.com/u/jaime-a-pineda 


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MH23-47. Jaime A. Pineda, PhD & Mind Chaos


Mental Health Awareness with Sara Troy and her guest Jaime Pineda (pin eh da), on air from November 21ST

Listeners will learn how to use simple, time-tested techniques to control anxiety and recover their creative nature.

Segment Idea-Transform an Uncontrolled Mind into a Creative Mind in 4 Simple Steps

This is a segment about how four simple steps can help you shift from an uncontrolled mind to a creative and calm one.  

Big idea: From the pandemic’s stresses and aftershocks to the state of the world, many of us can’t seem to shut off our brains. We experience a nearly constant noise of fears and anxieties that can block out our awareness of the present and our peace of mind. But a highly effective technique can quiet our brains, getting them under control.  

Why it matters: Mind storms keep us obsessed on the past, snagged on trying to protect ourselves from old injustices. Succumbing to this state of mind can derail our work, our lives and our relationships, keeping us from moving forward or finding happiness and peace. But the mind we’re born with is anything but hectic — and that’s what we need to find again.

Key messages: Neuroscience expert Jaime A. Pineda, PhD  shares four highly effective strategies for shutting down our uncontrolled thoughts and finding a place of deep creativity and calm. RUBI is an easy to remember yet powerful technique that brings the mind back to its original unencumbered state.   

The author can also discuss:

• How to recognize the illusion of separation.

• Why it’s so important to understand what we face. 

• How to find the right balance between living in the past and living in the present.

• How to implement answers to ground ourselves in the now.

The source: Jaime A. Pineda, PhD is Professor of Cognitive Science, Neuroscience, and Psychiatry at the University of California, San Diego, and the author of many widely cited papers in animal and human cognitive and systems neuroscience, as well as two books of poetry on mind-brain relationships with an emphasis on spirituality, mysticism, environmentalism, and social activism. 



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For centuries, spirituality has told us that the answer to life’s problems lies within us, if only we would realize that we are more than what we imagine. Now, scientific understanding is showing us the way. For humans, anxiety is the background “fever” that never breaks but can often get much worse. Whether the causes are individual, relational, cultural, or pandemic problems, when they occur, they affect our ability to live a joyful and creative life. This often means getting mired in uncontrolled mind loops and incessant circular thinking, making us feel helpless and stuck. In this book, Jaime Pineda shows how the dynamics of anxiety and incessant rumination reflect uncontrolled creativity, and how using simple, time-tested techniques we can learn to control the chaos and recover our creative nature.

The key to the solution is to understand that the intellect only helps to some extent, but by itself cannot solve its own problem. What we need is a mind that can, in a nonjudgmental way, distance itself from the thought patterns that trap us. We are born with an incredible, original mind that quickly becomes obscured by the fever of fear and anxiety. But we can recover this mind quickly. Pineda teaches us how to recognize the basic problem and find the solution through a series of steps and techniques that help bring us out of the loops and recover a cleaner mindset that enables us to move beyond the static of anxiety.

Jaime A. Pineda, PhD is Professor of Cognitive Science, Neuroscience, and Psychiatry at the University of California, San Diego, and the author of many widely cited papers in animal and human cognitive and systems neuroscience, as well as two books of poetry on mind-brain relationships with an emphasis on spirituality, mysticism, environmentalism, and social activism. 


 https://the-unencumbered-mind.com

 jpineda@ucsd.edu

facebook.com/jaime.pineda.3551

linkedin.com/in/jaime-a-pineda-

https://research.com/u/jaime-a-pineda 


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LM23-47. Connor Nelson, the MUSIC is Within me.


“for the LOVE of Music” with Sara Troy and her guest Connor Nelson, on air from November 21st

I wish to share music because it is something I am insanely passionate about, singing writing and producing music is creatively and mentally liberating. I believe music is a
universal language, and my wish is for my music to be an emotional outlet for everybody to pour themselves into. The journey would be singing and learning piano since I was in
third grade, which evolved into writing music when I was sixteen, receiving a diploma in Electronic Music Production for my musical studies, and learning guitar during
quarantine. All of these factors have accumulated into creating the artist I am today.




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Connor Nelson is the captivating force behind the enchanting realm of midnight pop. A dedicated full-time musician, Connor possesses a rare trifecta of talent as a singer, songwriter, and producer. His music effortlessly blends the intoxicating vocals of R&B with the polished sheen of mainstream pop, resulting in a truly mesmerizing sonic experience.
It comes as no surprise that Connor’s exceptional vocal abilities have garnered attention from notable figures in the music industry, including Conan Gray, Jessie J, and Tate
Mcrae. Their recognition serves as a testament to his extraordinary talent and undeniable potential. In addition, Connor’s exceptional achievements include being
named the “Alternative/Indie Artist of the year” and winning an award for “Excellence by a Queer Artist” at the 2023 Fraser Valley Music Awards, as well as being honoured as
an Ovation Award Winner, a prestigious accolade bestowed upon a single musician from among thousands of singers across Canada and the United States.

As he embarks on his musical journey, Connor’s dedication to his craft and unwavering commitment to excellence shine through in every aspect of his work. With a professional yet personable approach, he invites listeners to immerse themselves in his captivating world of midnight pop, where his voice, lyrics, and melodies intertwine to create an unforgettable captivating experience.

http://www.itsconnornelson.com
itsconnornelson@gmail.com
facebook.com/itsconnornelson
instagram.com/itsconnornelson
tiktok.com/@itsconnornelson
youtube.com/channel/UCjlK2g994XuPrLiw4D00Z5w
Twitter – https://twitter.com/itsconnornelson

Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/artist/

Apple Music / Ituneshttps://music.apple.com/ca/artist/connor-nelson

Amazon Music:https://music.amazon.ca/artists/B01EIURIQQ/connor-nelson

Deezer:https://deezer.page.link/pVkREHhTgTXk52S69

Tidal:https://tidal.com/browse/artist/11756160


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LM23-47. Gene-O, Time for Change song.


“for the LOVE of Music” with Sara Troy and her guest Gene-O, on air from November 21st.

Gearing up for the release of “Time for Change,” the infectious, insightful and timely debut single from Classic Twist – the fresh, grooving and innovative, multi-genre duo he’s formed with veteran writer/producer Kevin Flournoy – renowned R&B/jazz singer/songwriter Gene-O played the track for some industry movers and shakers in their home base of Southern California. Their response was auspicious – it reminded them of a modern version of “We Are the World.” If ever the planet needed a hopeful and uplifting new anthem to inspire us to look past our differences and come together in a spirit of love, the time is now.

Written by Gene-O and produced by Flournoy, “Time for Change” is an emphatic call to action that pointedly reflects on everything we need to do to come together and achieve a better world. Over a unique musical vibe that, true to the fusion-driven spirit of Classic Twist, incorporates elements of pop, R&B, country and rock, Gene-O passionately sings, “It’s time we leave our comfort zone/It’s time for you and I to rearrange things/Cause everybody knows it’s time for changes/It’s time we see the light/It’s time to do what’s right. . .So much love/That’s what we all should be thinking of…”




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“We recorded this song and are releasing it as our first Classic Twist single because globally we desperately need to effect major change,” says Gene-O, whose most recent solo albums were the back-to-back releases of Born to Love and Christmas with Gene-O. Having spent years performing around the world (China, Japan and the EU) and the U.S., the singer started his career recording and performing with such artists as Baby Bash, N2Deep, The Jets, Maserati, and Sheila E to name a few. Once designated as Best New Artist of the Month by Talking Smooth Jazz Radio – more recently he has shared the stage with the likes of Brian O’Neal (The Bus Boys), Howard Hewitt, Eric Darius, Dru Hill, Lenny Williams (Tower of Power), Joe, and his mentors, Phil Perry and the late great Ricky Lawson.

“Our world is so crazy right now on so many levels,” he adds. “I had the message in my mind and I felt it was something we needed to do together. Kevin and I talk about these issues all the time. Every time we turn on the TV or listen to the radio, they’re talking about more division. The song, like all of the music we’re making together as Classic Twist, reflects the way we live, just loving people. Love and unity form the concept of everything we’re going to do on this project.”

“As veteran musicians and live performers, we know the joy that’s possible when thousands of people from all different backgrounds and beliefs come together to hear music and experience an elevation of positivity,” adds Flournoy, who has written, performed or recorded over the years with Chaka Khan, Babyface, Donny Osmond, Dionne Warwick, Gladys Knight, Teena Marie, Jeffrey Osborne, The Pointer Sisters, Jennifer Hudson, Howard Hewitt, Jamie Foxx, The Jazz Crusaders and contemporary jazz greats Boney James, Norman Brown, Kirk Whalum and Harvey Mason.

The duo plans to follow “Time for Change” with several other original singles before releasing an EP or full-length album comprised of new compositions and explosive re-imaginings of classic rock tunes. One of these is the whimsical, high-energy country-soul-rocker “Things are Changing,” a lighthearted song along a similar theme about going out and having some fun. The other is “You’re My Hero,” an inspiring, R&B/gospel flavored tribute to the love of hard- working, self-sacrificing women everywhere that was picked up by an international women’s foundation as their new anthem; Gene-O and Flournoy will be shooting a video for this song this fall. As for the covers, down the road, Classic Twist is excited about presenting their dynamic versions of Simply Red’s “Holding Back the Years,” Journey’s “Faithfully” and Kansas’ “Dust in the Wind.”

The concept of Classic Twist is rooted in the longtime friendship and musical camaraderie of Gene-O and Flournoy, who first played together informally at jam sessions hosted by smooth jazz bassist Darryl Williams at Simply Sharon’s restaurant in Temecula, CA. Sometime later, when Gene-O was at one of Flournoy’s gigs at Felix’s Barbecue with Soul in San Diego, the two got to talking about their mutual musical passions, became fast friends and began gigging together.

Over the years, while perfecting their chemistry doing regular gigs at San Diego area hotspots like Covo and countless high-end parties, the two began talking about developing a unique hybrid style that incorporated two of Gene-O’s all-time favorite genres – country and classic rock – that he never had a chance to record or perform because of his success in jazz and R&B and the popular demand for him to continue in that vein. Flournoy, a veteran arranger and producer who loves those styles as well, helped develop and bring to life some of Gene-O’s new songs in a way that incorporated such elements as banjo and steel and electric guitar. They plan to bring in some of the top musicians in the business to cut each song live like an old school ensemble, leading to a transcendent, one-of-a-kind sonic aesthetic that will inevitably be Classic Twist.

Having sung at church from the age of seven, Gene-O began his professional career at seventeen with a Bay Area band called Sho-fur. He has written, produced and collaborated with mega- producers Felton Pilate, Preston Glass, and Tank as well as contemporary jazz greats Adam Hawley, Blake Aaron, Darryl Williams, Cal Harris, Jr. and Will Donato. Flournoy, who earned a B.A. from the UCSD in Electrical Engineering with a minor in Music Science and Technology, is the owner and CEO of Kay-Flow Productions, LLC, a division of Flournoy Entertainment, Inc. His first major label success as a producer was Big Mountain’s international hit “Sweet Sensual Love.” As an artist/producer, this past year he released two versions of a cover of the Jam/Lewis SOS Band Top 5 R&B hit “Tell Me If You Still Care” – the first featuring Phil Perry on vocals, the second with saxophonist Richard Elliott.




www.theclassictwist.com
#.instagram.com/classictwistmusic
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TT: @ClassicTwistMusic

youtube.com/@TheClassicTwist

 eugeneious1964@gmail.com

Gene-o <classictwistmusic@gmail.com

The Music: 

Classic Twist: “Time for Change” Streaming Apps

Gene-o on SpotifyApple MusicAmazon Music


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TSM23-47. Mark Brodinsky & You Matter Movement.


The You Matter Movement was created to respond to what has been described as the deepest principle of human nature… the CRAVING to be appreciated. It’s not just a want, a need or a desire, like food and shelter.

THOSE ARE TANGIBLE THINGS… THIS IS LITERALLY WIRED INTO OUR DNA AS HUMANS, THE UNENDING CRAVING TO FEEL VALUED AND APPRECIATED.

The deepest principle of human nature is the CRAVING to be appreciated. It’s not just a want or desire and it’s more important to us than sex or money. That’s why I created my You Matter Movement, to positively impact the lives of a Billion people. If we can get One Billion to believe they matter, then the ripple effect will touch the lives of everyone on the planet. 

The You Matter Movement is a key driver in my mission, to get a Billion people to believe they matter, on a deep level… that ripple effect can impact all 8 Billion people on the planet!



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I grew up near Baltimore, Maryland and in college ended up getting an internship at a local TV station, where I became a producer and reporter, winning an Emmy Award for my efforts. After 15 years I moved on and I have been in the health insurance and life insurance business (mainly health) for 22 years. 

About 13 years ago I discovered personal development and self improvement, joined a Mastermind group (just 4 of us) and began tracking and managing my goals, activities and contributions… and most importantly, my growth, as each day I strive to be the very best version of myself. 

Besides the Emmy Award, I have authored two books, written the preface for another, started a Storytelling Blog called The Sunday Series, another called Storytelling for Business, felt my calling/mission to positively impact the lives of a Billion people and in doing so found my You Matter Movement and The You Matter Show podcast. I am currently working on my You Matter book, with the goal of completing it by mid-December.

I’m recently re-married and have two beautiful daughters, Sophie (23) and Emily (21). I currently live in Pikesville, Maryland.



https://youmattermb.com

Storytelling for Business & NonProfits: 

http://markbrodinsky.life

https://youmattermb.com/podcast

 It’s Just About Life/The Sunday Series and

 Storytelling for Businesses & Nonprofits

https://youmattermb.com/insurance

https://www.linkedin.com/in/markbrodinsky

https://www.facebook.com/mark.brodinsky


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