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Mindset Matters - Episode #187 - Trapped by Comfort: The Region Beta Paradox Explained

In this compelling episode of Mindset Matters, Patrick and Steffany explore a powerful concept: the Region Beta Paradox—a psychological phenomenon that explains why we often stay stuck in mediocre situations simply because they’re “not that bad.” Whether it’s an unfulfilling job, a stagnant relationship, or a comfort zone that’s become a cage, the paradox reveals how moderate discomfort can be more dangerous than real adversity—because it fails to trigger change.
Patrick shares personal stories, including his own “entrepreneurial accident” in the 1980s, which forced him out of complacency and into a path of purpose and growth. Steffany reflects on receiving the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee’s Coach of the Year award and the grounding realization that even recognition doesn’t remove life’s everyday responsibilities. Together, they unpack how comfort can quietly stall ambition, and why doing the hard part first often leads to greater clarity, resilience, and results.
The conversation dives deep into themes of self-responsibility, delayed gratification (with a nod to the famous “Marshmallow Test”), and the neuroscience of getting uncomfortable. They explain how growth requires challenge, not ease—and how embracing discomfort rewires the brain and strengthens personal integrity.
Whether you’re navigating life, career, or a mindset shift, this episode is a wake-up call to examine where you might be settling for “okay” instead of pushing for extraordinary. This is the essence of the MindShui Way—decluttering the mind, increasing self-awareness, and choosing a life of purpose over comfort.

TEDM – Dr. Tracy Gapin – Pioneer in Precision Medicine and Peak Performance (Episode 220)

Dr. Tracy Gapin, MD, FACS, is a renowned expert in men’s health optimization and longevity, with over 25 years of experience as a board-certified urologist.
He founded the Gapin Institute to help high-performing individuals, including entrepreneurs, executives, and athletes, achieve peak performance through personalized health programs.
Dr. Gapin integrates advanced diagnostics, epigenetics, hormone therapy, and wearable technology to monitor and transform his clients’ health, focusing on sustainable, measurable outcomes.
A thought leader and author of bestsellers Male 2.0 and Codes of Longevity, Dr. Gapin has been featured on NBC, Entrepreneur Magazine, and at Dave Asprey’s Biohacking Conference. He is a member of the American Academy of Anti-Aging, the Age Management Medical Group, and the International Peptide Society.
In this episode Dr. Tracy dives in to talk about what re-shaped his thinking on the traditional reactive medical system, and the path he was inspired to take to become a proactive solution for high-performing entrepreneurs and leaders. Dr. Tracy walks us through how we may overestimate what we think we know about our health which are our health blind spots. These can show up when we dive deeper beyond the surface to explore things such as hormones, inflammation, and our gut health. Dr. Tracy shares his personal story of dis-ease and what it finally took for him not only to face his health head-on but also the medical system he operated within. Patrick and Dr. Tracy explore his paradigm shift around men’s and women’s health, endocrine disruptors, peptides, protein and carbs, aging and regenerative medicine. They round out their conversation with mindset – habits, choice, discipline and transformation. You don’t want to miss it!

Mindset Matters – Episode #186 – From Fear to Faith: How Real Confidence Is Built, Not Felt

In this powerful and relatable episode of Mindset Matters, Patrick and Steffany explore the true nature of confidence through the lens of a compelling parable about a young boy named Eli who builds a bridge—despite the doubts of others and his own inexperience. The story becomes the foundation for a meaningful discussion about self-trust, belief, and the myth that confidence is something we have to feel before we take action.
They break down confidence into three key types: self-confidence, social confidence, and confidence in others. What emerges is a game-changing insight—confidence isn’t something you wait for. It’s something you build, plank by plank, failure by failure, just like Eli. Confidence, they argue, is rooted in self-trust, discipline, and commitment, not a fleeting emotional state.
Whether you’re struggling with imposter syndrome, fear of failure, or social anxiety, this conversation invites you to shift your perspective. Instead of seeing confidence as a prerequisite for action, see it as the result of consistent effort, learning, and resilience.
From parenting insights to leadership lessons and personal growth strategies, this episode is filled with real-world wisdom—highlighting how borrowing belief from others, owning your past failures, and facing discomfort are all part of building authentic confidence.

Mindset Matters - Episode #185 - The Courage to Be Disliked: How Top Performers Think Differently

In this episode of Mindset Matters, Patrick and Steffany dive deep into the internal prison so many of us live in: the fear of other people’s opinions. They explore how this mindset quietly limits our decisions, confidence, and potential, and they challenge listeners to reflect on the emotional and mental cost of constantly seeking validation.
At the heart of the discussion is the powerful quote: “You must develop the ability to be disliked in order to free yourself from the prison of other people’s opinions.” Patrick expands on this, pointing out that the real prison isn’t others’ opinions—it’s our belief in them. It’s the internal story we tell ourselves about what others might think, and the choices we don’t make as a result.
Steffany opens up about her own journey—especially as a woman in male-dominated spaces like professional sports—and how letting go of being liked was critical to her growth. They discuss the courage it takes to be misunderstood, and how honoring your values often means standing alone, but standing strong.
Patrick also shares the story of Shaka Senghor, who physically lived in prison for 19 years, but whose real transformation began when he broke free of the prison in his mind by rewriting his life’s narrative.
This episode is a powerful reminder that success and personal freedom begin with inner truth—not external approval.
Key Topics Covered:
Limiting beliefs and internal constraints
Courage to be disliked and misunderstood
Authenticity in the face of judgment
The difference between external and internal freedom
Creating a legacy from values, not validation

TEDM – Tiffany Hurd & Rachel Pastor – Trailblazing a Path of Radical Healing and Conscious Leadership Through Microdosing (Episode 219)

Rachel Pastor
Rachel Pastor is a dynamic entrepreneur, transformation expert, and advocate for holistic wellness. Overcoming a five-year battle with heroin addiction and homelessness, Rachel discovered the transformative power of mindset, habits, and psychedelics, which led her to a life dedicated to helping others heal and thrive. As the founder of Golden Rule Mushrooms, Rachel channels her passion for mental well-being and personal growth into providing tools, resources, and products that empower individuals to elevate their lives, overcome anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other challenges. Her mission is to create a movement that inspires clarity, joy, and transformation in the lives of many.
Rachel’s career has been defined by her commitment to empowering others through innovative methods and heartfelt leadership. As a sought-after speaker and author of Unf**k Your Fitness Mindset, her achievements include founding Colorado’s largest fitness festival and creating the Xperience Method—a global movement integrating neurolinguistic programming, fitness, and nutrition. She has collaborated with high-profile individuals such as Zachary Levi and Chris and Heidi Powell, and has helped thousands worldwide achieve lasting transformation. Rachel’s visionary leadership and authentic approach distinguish her as a trailblazer in the wellness industry
Tiffany Hurd
Tiffany Hurd is a Microdosing Advisor, Business Leadership Mentor, and Speaker passionate about helping individuals and businesses harness the transformative power of psychedelics for personal growth and professional development. With 7+ years in the psychedelic space and guiding over 250 individuals and teams through intentional microdosing practices, Tiffany combines neuroscience-backed protocols with leadership strategies to foster emotional resilience, creativity, and clarity. Her unique approach empowers people to heal trauma, unlock their full potential, and show up as the best version of themselves in their personal and professional lives.
Drawing from her own journey of overcoming childhood instability and discovering the healing potential of psychedelics, Tiffany brings a deeply authentic and heart-led perspective to her work. She has collaborated with industry-leading businesses, medical professionals, and executives to integrate innovative strategies that inspire growth and create lasting impact. Tiffany’s mission is to take a stand for healing and transformation, offering individuals and teams the tools to elevate their lives and drive meaningful change.
Tune into this fascinating conversation fundamentally based in the healing power of psychedelics and microdosing as Tiffany and Rachel walk Patrick forward from his youthful recreational macro-dosing of mushrooms and LSD to explain the more recent years of mainstream therapeutic microdosing. Rachel and Tiffany dive into the many reasons that make this medicine so valuable and beneficial, from getting to the root and source of life hindering issues such as anxiety, PTSD and depression to opening up creativity and possibility in life and business. They discuss the research and science behind microdosing and the 2 key essentials to 10x your microdosing experience. Tiffany and Rachel address common fears and stigmas and explain how microdosing differs from macro-dosing, alcohol, or smoking pot. They each share their personal story of early trauma, transformation and discontent, which led them on their individual path to the profound benefits of microdosing which, at the heart of it all, they desire to share with all people.
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Mindset Matters - Episode #184 - Grounding, Self-Judgment, and the Secret to True Confidence

In this insightful and down-to-earth episode of Mindset Matters, Patrick and Steffany dive deep into the concept of grounding—what it truly means, why it’s essential, and how to consciously apply it in everyday situations. Whether you're stepping onto a stage, heading into a difficult conversation, or simply feeling emotionally overwhelmed, grounding can be the missing link to clarity, confidence, and calm.
Patrick opens by reflecting on the electrical principle of grounding as a metaphor for emotional and energetic stability. Just like a home needs a ground wire to safely direct energy, we too need grounding to manage stress and stay centered under pressure. Together, they explore the physical and emotional benefits of grounding—such as improved sleep, reduced inflammation, and enhanced resilience—and even share personal anecdotes, including Steffany’s unforgettable brush with lightning during a camping trip, where rubber boots may have saved her life.
The duo also touch on self-worth, imposter syndrome, and how deeply-rooted limiting beliefs like “I’m not worthy” can hold us back. Steffany shares her recent experience winning a prestigious award from the US Olympic & Paralympic Committee and how old beliefs tried to convince her she didn’t deserve it. The conversation becomes a candid exploration of how we react to judgment—whether from others or from ourselves—and how getting grounded can help us respond with intention instead.
By the end of the episode, listeners are left with a compelling reminder: grounding is not just a tool for managing energy—it’s a gateway to emotional freedom, personal alignment, and empowered action.

Mindset Matters - Episode #183 - Why You Feel Stuck: The Limiting Beliefs You Didn’t Know You Had

In episode 183 of Mindset Matters, Patrick and Steffany dive into a powerful and eye-opening conversation about the unconscious beliefs that hold people back from living their most authentic, empowered lives. Drawing from Patrick’s recent presentation with Alfonso Cuadra at a real estate and personal development event, they explore “The 11 Hidden Beliefs That Keep You Stuck.” These deep-seated narratives often operate silently in the background of our minds, shaping our behaviours, decisions, and self-worth without us even realizing it.
Patrick begins by unpacking the first few limiting beliefs—“I’m not enough,” “I’m not worthy,” and “I’m not loved”—explaining how these subconscious programs can silently govern our actions. These beliefs often stem from seemingly innocent childhood experiences, parental comments, or emotional wounds, and evolve into inner constraints that manifest as overachievement, perfectionism, people-pleasing, or playing small.
The episode also addresses beliefs such as “I don’t matter,” “I’m not safe,” “I’m powerless,” and “There’s something wrong with me,” demonstrating how each one erodes confidence and self-expression. Patrick and Steffany highlight how these inner scripts impact not just goal achievement, but emotional freedom, joy, and meaningful connection.
A key takeaway? Awareness is the first step to transformation. Once these hidden beliefs are identified, they can be challenged, reprogrammed, and dissolved. Patrick encourages listeners to upgrade their “mental software” by paying attention to their emotional triggers, self-talk, and recurring patterns.
The conversation is candid, relatable, and packed with real-life stories, humour, and deep insight. It’s an invitation to uncover what’s really been holding you back—and to finally feel free enough to move forward.

TEDM – Nancy MacKay – Populating the World with Inspiring Leaders (Episode 218)

Nancy MacKay is the founder and CEO of MacKay CEO Forums, an organization that provides the highest impact and least time-intensive peer support groups for CEOs, executives, and business owners across Canada and around the world. Since founding MacKay CEO Forums in 2005, Nancy has been dedicated to fostering inspiring leadership through confidential peer learning and support. Under her leadership, MacKay CEO Forums has built a community of over 1,200 members, facilitated by 60+ Forum Chairs, delivering an ROI of 708% through increased profit, employee retention, and customer satisfaction as measured by the ROI Institute Canada in 2022.  A seasoned CEO coach, dynamic keynote speaker, former university professor and published author, Nancy’s latest book, I Don’t Have Time, co-authored with Nico Human, tackles the top time mastery mistakes CEOs make and provides actionable strategies to reclaim time and productivity. She is also the co-author of two influential books with Alan Weiss: The Modern Trusted Advisor and The Talent Advantage. 
Nancy is also actively involved in her community, serving on the boards of the Genwell Project and the Rick Hansen Foundation Campaign Cabinet, and co-chairing the Vancouver Committee for Canada’s Great Kitchen Party. She holds a B.Math and a Master's degree in Management Sciences from the University of Waterloo, and a Ph.D. in Business from Canterbury University in New Zealand.  Residing in British Columbia, Canada, Nancy enjoys playing squash and traveling the world with her family.
From professor to CEO entrepreneur, Nancy shares the many faces of her journey - its challenges, opportunities, inspiration, and reward. Now in its 20th Anniversary year, Nancy explains the concept of MacKay CEO Forums and the peer support format available for CEOs, senior executives, and business owners. Nancy highlights the ways in which they take a stand for diversity and inclusion and their dedication to provide relevant and real-life thought leadership in a space of non-judgment. On a date night over 20 years ago, Nancy shared her compelling vision with her husband Rob and together they created an organization that is rooted in service and contribution toward populating the world with inspiring leaders. It’s lonely at the top but with the intentional community they’ve curated, CEOs, executives and business owners don’t have to go it alone.

Mindset Matters – Episode #182 – Mind Shui: How to Clear Mental Clutter and Reset Your Life

In this reflective and energizing episode of Mindset Matters, Patrick and Steffany share insights from a transformative retreat in Sedona, Arizona, where they hit pause on the noise of life to reconnect, recharge, and reset. Immersed in nature and guided coaching, their time away became a powerful reminder of the importance of creating sacred space—for clarity, creativity, and connection.
The episode explores how stepping outside our day-to-day grind allows us to re-evaluate where we’re operating on autopilot. The couple discusses the deep work they did as individuals and as partners, highlighting how we all benefit from moments of grounding, intentional presence, and time to “replug.” From journaling and meditation to desert hikes and labyrinth walks, their experience reaffirmed a powerful truth: we must lead ourselves before we can lead others.
One of the standout takeaways is Patrick’s concept of Mind Shui—a term he coined to describe the intentional reorganization of mental space, much like Feng Shui aligns physical space. Mind Shui is about removing internal clutter—old beliefs, emotional baggage, unprocessed thoughts—so that energy can flow clearly across all seven areas of life. The clearer the mind, the faster the momentum.
They also touch on economic uncertainties, generational divides, and the importance of keeping perspective during turbulent times. At the core of it all is this message: when the world feels chaotic, come back to what you can control—your mindset, your energy, your environment.

Mindset Matters - Episode #181 - The Power of Letting Go: Stop Holding the Banana and Start Moving Forward

In this thought-provoking episode of Mindset Matters, Patrick and Steffany Francey dive deep into the metaphor of “the banana” — the limiting beliefs, old identities, emotional baggage, and outdated stories we cling to that keep us stuck and prevent growth.
Using the story of how hunters trap monkeys with bananas, Patrick explores how our grip on the past, much like the monkey’s grip on the fruit, often becomes our own trap. Whether it’s a past trauma, a title or role we once held, or a belief that we’re not enough, these “bananas” shape our decisions and hold us back from living authentically and powerfully.
Steffany shares powerful insights about identity, forgiveness, and the hidden resistance to moving forward. Her recent personal experience—winning a prestigious, unexpected award—illustrates how even recognition can bring up questions of worth and identity. Together, they explore how people often stay stuck in comfort or familiarity rather than face the discomfort of the unknown, and how clinging to the past can prevent us from fully stepping into our potential.
This episode is rich with real-life examples, humor, and heartfelt dialogue as Patrick and Steffany challenge listeners to reflect on what they might be holding onto—and encourage them to let go with compassion and awareness. With key themes of personal growth, resilience, self-awareness, and emotional freedom, this episode inspires you to identify your own “banana,” loosen your grip, and create space for new possibilities.