Learn how to stop negative thoughts from living in your mind rent-free and discover one powerful mindset shift to reclaim your peace and confidence.
If you’ve ever felt stuck in a spiral of self-doubt, fear, or overwhelm, this episode of The Anya Garcia Show is exactly what you need. We dive into the neuroscience behind negative thinking and how just one thought can take root in four seconds—but more importantly, how you can rewire it. From simple mindset shifts to actionable strategies that help you reset your energy, reclaim your peace, and lead with clarity, this episode is your reset button.
Here is your first Mindset Shift:
You’re not responsible for the first thought. But you are 100% responsible for the next one —the one you choose on purpose.
Every negative thought is an opportunity. It’s a test—and you always have the option to choose better.
That’s the power of awareness.
Ready to stop letting negativity live in your head rent-free?
Click here to listen to the full episode now on The Anya Garcia Show and start choosing better thoughts, one breath at a time.
HOW I QUIT CHAOS
One simple step. Four seconds. That’s all it takes to turn spirals into stillness.
Feel Like Your Mind’s on Overdrive? Try This Reset Thought.
“Why do I keep thinking the worst?”
“Why does one bad moment ruin my whole day?”
“Why can’t I just let it go already?”
If any of that sounds familiar, you’re not the only one.
And this is exactly what I break down in my [7-min] YouTube episode—a practical mental reset that starts with just one thought.
Here’s the wild truth:
A single negative thought can take root in just 4 seconds.
But one reframe—just one better thought—can reclaim your whole day.
And remember: You’re not responsible for the first thought… but you are 100% responsible for the next one.
Click to watch now — and learn how to rewire your next thought on purpose.
Watch it while folding laundry, stuck in traffic, or hiding in the bathroom for 6 minutes of peace (we’ve all been there).
Because the thoughts we allow to stay shape our energy, our parenting, our presence. And this episode helps you clean out the clutter—and take back the mic.
Tune in to this episode of the Anya Garcia Show for the mindset shift that can change your day—and your life.
In this mindset-shifting episode, Anya gets real about the negative thoughts that sneak into our minds—and how to stop letting them take over.
Stop Negative Thoughts From Hijacking Your Day
Ever catch yourself thinking, “I’m a procrastinator,” “I can’t keep up,” or “I’m just not enough”? You’re not alone—and you’re not stuck. In this episode, I walk you through exactly how to catch those sneaky thoughts, challenge their grip, and replace them with something more empowering.
Grounded in neuroscience, packed with real-life examples, and rooted in the everyday chaos of mom life, this episode is your mental reset—perfect for those days when your mind feels cluttered and your confidence is running on empty.
Tune in to this episode of the Anya Garcia Show for the mindset shift that can change your day—and your life.
Mindvalley University, 2023, Estonia.
Just moments before I went on stage to give a speech on The Power of the Absorbent Mind, I wasn’t rehearsing.
I was in the audience—because there was no way I was missing Linda Clemons.
When a woman like that speaks, you drop everything and listen.
She’s radiating energy—but also slightly out of breath. She grabs the mic and says: “I apologize—I nearly didn’t make it. My suitcase was lost, and I literally have nothing to wear.”
The entire room bursts into laughter.
But what she said next? It wasn’t funny.
It was foundational.
This was Linda Clemons, a powerhouse of presence, and what she dropped on that stage that day would rewire how I thought about… well, my thoughts.
She looked at us and asked:
“Why are you letting negative thoughts live in your mind rent-free?”
Mic. Drop. 🎤
And in that moment, I realized how often I do exactly that.
I bet you do, too.
You know the ones:
“I’m falling behind.”
“I can’t keep up.”
“I’m a procrastinator.”
“I’m not enough.”
They sneak in, make themselves at home, and start redecorating your self-worth without even asking.
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Here’s the kicker:
According to neuroscience, it takes just 4–6 seconds for a negative thought to take root in your brain.
And 30 seconds for it to hijack your entire nervous system.
So why are we giving the mic to the thoughts that tear us down?
This podcast episode is deeply personal—and wildly practical.
And most importantly?
I remind you of this:
You are not the voice in your head.
You are the one choosing whether or not to believe it.
Listen now: How I Refused to Let My Negative Thoughts Live in My Head Rent-Free.
Because this isn’t about positive thinking.
It’s about empowered choosing—one thought at a time.
For the Full Experience, Watch on YouTube
Negative thoughts overload? In this episode, I share how I QUIT letting mental chaos run my day—and how you can too. As moms, it’s so easy to get stuck in spirals of overwhelm, self-doubt, and “I’m not enough.” But your thoughts don’t have to control you.
Ever had one ugly thought ruin your entire day?
You wake up, already behind.
Spill the coffee.
Snap at your kid.
And then it starts…
“I’m a mess.”
“I can’t get it together.”
“Everyone else is doing better than me.”
One thought spirals into ten. And before you know it, your nervous system is on high alert, and your self-worth is under attack.
But here’s the truth: “You’re not responsible for your initial thought. But you are 100% responsible for the next one.”
Read that again.
Because your first thought? That’s conditioning.
It’s the old story. The default programming.
But the second thought?
That’s your power.
You get to decide whether that first thought gets to stay—or if it’s time to kick it out.
Negative thoughts have been living rent-free in your mind for long enough.
Listen to the episode “How I Refused to Let My Negative Thoughts Live in My Head Rent-Free.”
Inside, I break down:
The 4–6 second rule for rewiring thoughts
How to use micro-actions to rebuild identity
Why gratitude is a nervous system superpower
And how your emotional energy shapes your child—even more than your words
Because this isn’t about toxic positivity. This is about emotional maturity.
It’s about being present, not perfect. And choosing thoughts that serve your future—not sabotage your worth.
Trust me, if you’ve ever felt like your mind is working against you… This one will shift you.
Eviction Notice | Channeling Linda Clemons
When that old ‘I’m not enough’ story shows up, I picture it dragging a suitcase into my brain. Then I channel Linda Clemons and hand it a bright-red EVICTION NOTICE. One deep breath, one gratitude thought, one tiny action—door slammed, real estate reclaimed.
Don’t let lies, fears, and outdated stories pull up a chair and dictate how you feel—when they’ve done nothing to earn the space!
So, before another thought tries to move in, hit play and let’s evict the freeloaders together—one mindful choice at a time.
Your Thoughts Are Like Waves
EMOTIONS ARE LIKE WAVES.
You can’t stop them from rising,
but you can choose whether or not to ride them all the way in.
Just because fear, frustration, or doubt shows up…
doesn’t mean you have to get swept away.
Pause. Breathe. Watch it pass. Then, choose a better one to surf.
And your thoughts? They’re waves too.
Neutral until you believe in them.
Try this:
Stand on the shore—of your mind, of your moment.
Watch the waves roll in without judgment.
Some will be messy. Some loud. Some familiar.
But not every wave deserves your energy or attention.
Not every thought deserves your belief or attention. Choose the ones that serve you.
Let the rest roll by.
This method doesn’t erase the waves. It teaches you how to ride them with grace.
One Percent Shift
Catch one negative thought. Just one. Don’t judge it. Don’t shame it. Don’t spiral. Just catch it.
Then, choose the next thought on purpose. Make it 1% more true, 1% more powerful. Then take one tiny action that backs it up. No grand gestures. Just aligned movement.
4-Second Weed Test
Since neuroscientists say a negative thought can root itself like a weed in just 4–6 seconds, and hijack your whole nervous system in 30, here is what I do.
I set a mental timer: if I catch the thought before it reaches 06, I get to ‘yank the weed’ and swap it in with one that’s 1% truer and kinder.
Try it tomorrow morning when the alarm goes off.”
One lie can spiral into a bad day. But one powerful reframe can reclaim it.
Every negative thought is an opportunity. It’s a test—and you always have the option to choose better.
5 Takeaways From This Episode
1. Your mind can only hold one thought at a time—so choose wisely.
Thoughts are neutral until you believe them. Don’t let negative ones live rent-free in your mind. Choose the thought that serves you.
2. Every negative thought is a chance to rewire your belief system.
You may not control the first thought, but the second one? That’s your power. Catch it, reframe it, and choose better.
3. Emotions are like waves—ride the ones that serve you.
You can’t stop feelings from rising, but you can decide which ones to follow. Gratitude helps reset your nervous system and restore calm.
4. Behavior doesn’t lie—action rewires identity.
Self-worth is built through daily action. Get up, take the step, clear the drawer. One small move is proof that you’re showing up.
5. Your energy speaks louder than your words.
Kids don’t just hear you—they feel you. The emotional current you lead with sets the tone. Calm starts with you.
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With you,
— Anya
If your brain’s been busy hosting fear, doubt, or shame rent-free, this is your moment to send the eviction notice. The reset starts here.
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