# Protect Your Mind: Why Psychological Sunshine Fuels Big Thinking | Episode 160

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Podcast: [Mind, Body And Business With Maria More](https://stenobird.com/podcast/mind-body-and-business-with-maria-more-5653700)
Published: 2026-01-21T15:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

What you allow into your mind every day is shaping your confidence, your courage, and your capacity to dream bigger, whether you realize it or not. In this episode, I dive into Chapter 7 of The Magic of Thinking Big by David Schwartz and explore the concept of your mental diet;  the thoughts, conversations, media, and environments you consume daily. Just like your physical diet impacts your body, your mental diet directly influences your belief in what’s possible for your life. Hear about the importance of creating psychological sunshine outside of your work: seeking inspiration, protecting your energy, and being intentional about who and what you give your attention to. I also share why avoiding chronic naysayers isn’t about arrogance or avoidance, it’s about guarding your belief long enough for it to grow. This episode is an invitation to audit what’s feeding your mind, challenge the limits you’ve accepted, and recommit to the idea that your life expands in proportion to your belief.

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