Mind Transformations LLC

10/28/2026

Sometimes, we don't need to discover new values. We need to reconnect with the ones we've drifted away from.

Life gets busy. We juggle responsibilities, care for others, and try to keep up with everything competing for our attention.

Somewhere along the way, we can lose touch with what matters most to us.

Maybe we've stopped making time for the people we love. Maybe we've put our own well-being on the back burner or perhaps we've become so focused on meeting expectations that we've forgotten to ask ourselves what we really need.

The good news? We don't have to change everything overnight.

We can pause, reflect, and begin again, one small choice at a time.

Take a moment to ask yourself:
What matters most to me?
Am I making space for it in my life?
What's one small step I can take to reconnect with it?

There's no need for self-criticism, just a little curiosity and self-compassion.

What's one thing you'd like to make more room for in your life?

With warmth,

Brenda

Brenda Lindsay
Mind Transformations LLC

10/20/2026

What happens when a small town of 10,000 people suddenly finds itself caring for nearly 7,000 strangers?

Last weekend, my dear friend, Russ Desy, and I were deeply moved by Come From Away, the musical based on a true story of extraordinary kindness in the aftermath of September 11, 2001.

When the United States closed its airspace following the terrorist attacks, 38 planes carrying around 7,000 people, were diverted to Gander, Newfoundland.

Suddenly, a small community found itself caring for thousands of frightened travelers, far from home and uncertain about what lay ahead.

And the people of Gander responded. They opened their schools, churches, and homes. They provided food, clothing, shelter, and comfort. They even turned a hockey rink into a giant refrigerator to store the enormous quantities of donated food. They welcomed strangers as family, asking for nothing in return.

What stays with me is not simply the scale of their generosity, but the choices they made in a moment of uncertainty. They couldn't change what had happened in the world, but they could choose how they responded to the people standing right in front of them.

Gander reminds us that even in our darkest moments, we have a choice in how we meet them. We may not be able to change the circumstances we or others face. But we can choose kindness over indifference, compassion over fear, and connection over separation.

Sometimes, the most extraordinary things happen when ordinary people choose to care.

Thank you, Gander, and our Canadian neighbors, for reminding us what humanity looks like at its best. There are many of us here who will never forget.

With kindness,

Brenda

Brenda Lindsay
Mind Transformations LLC

10/14/2026

Life isn't always black and white!

Mindfulness has helped me slow down, look beyond my first reaction, and recognize the many nuances I might otherwise miss.

Sometimes, all it takes is a pause to see things differently.

Be well!

Brenda

Brenda Lindsay
Mind Transformations LLC

Have you ever caught yourself seeing a situation as all good or all...

10/07/2026

Such an incredible opportunity to spend time with MSU College of Law students today for a session on Mindfulness and Self-Care during Wellness week.

The rule of law is foundational to a healthy society, and the people who will carry that responsibility into their careers matter. Supporting the well-being of law students isn’t just about helping them manage the demands of law school, it’s about helping future legal professionals develop the awareness, resilience, and capacity to navigate challenging work with intention and integrity.

I’m grateful to MSU Law for recognizing that student well-being matters and for making space for this conversation. Thank you to the both the students for wanting to contribute to the world in a meaningful way and to faculty support.

Brenda

Brenda Lindsay,
Mind Transformations LLC

10/02/2026

Sometimes mindful communication isn't about finding the right words.

It's about becoming fully present enough to hear what someone is really saying.

To listen without immediately judging, to become curious instead of defensive, to notice our own reactions without letting them take over and to allow another person to be heard, even when we see things differently.

Being present is one of the ways we care for our relationships.

09/23/2026

What if peace isn't something we have to create?

Meditation gives us an opportunity to notice what is happening within us with greater awareness, compassion, and less judgment.

Peace may arise, discomfort may arise. Whatever arises, we have an opportunity to notice it.

And sometimes, when we stop fighting our experience and simply meet ourselves where we are, something shifts.

What happens when we learn to relate differently to what is already happening?

09/15/2026

How often do you listen to what you really need?

Every time you honor a boundary, speak your truth, listen to your inner experience, or choose what genuinely supports you, you're strengthening your relationship with yourself.

Self-trust isn't something we find overnight. We build it through the small choices we make every day.

Maybe coming home to yourself begins with one simple question:
What do I really need right now?

09/10/2026

Are you curious about how to soften your inner critic? Join Paulette Bendon Grotrian and Brenda Lindsay for a complimentary orientation on Monday, Sept 14 at 6:30 pm Eastern to learn whether the Mindful Self-Compassion 8-Week series is for you.

Pay attention to your self-talk. Do I talk to myself? :-)
Is it critical? Harsh? Curious? Compassionate?
The good news:
We can transform our relationship with our inner voice for less stress and more emotional resilience.
Learn Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC)
(Evidence-Based).
Join Paulette and Brenda Mondays 6:30-9 pm ET
8 online sessions Sept 28- Nov 16
Half-Day Session Sat., Nov 7, 9 am- 1 pm ET
(20 CEs Available)
(Based on the ground-breaking work of
Kristin Neff and Chris Germer)
Everyone welcome!
Learn more and register at mindtransformationsllc.com/upcoming-classes

Curious? Register at mindtransformationsllc.com/upcoming-classes for the free orientation
Sept 14, 6:30-8 pm ET

09/02/2026

What happens in the space between being triggered and responding?

Viktor Frankl wrote: “Between stimulus and response there is a space.”

That space is where having a consistent mindfulness practice can make a difference.

We can pause, take a breath, notice what we're feeling, and give ourselves a moment to choose our response rather than simply reacting.

We can't always control what happens around us. But we can practice becoming more aware of how we meet what happens.

With presence,

Brenda

Brenda Lindsay
Mind Transformations LLC

08/27/2026

Curious about mindfulness, but not sure where to begin?

Join me for Mindfulness 101, an introductory session, designed to help you learn how to slow down, reconnect with the present moment, and explore simple practices for bringing more calm and clarity into your daily life

When: Sept 9, 6:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. ET
Where: BECC Building, 125 S. Church Street

Whether you're new to mindfulness or looking for a gentle refresher, this session offers a supportive space to begin.

Visit https://www.mindtransformationsllc.com/upcoming-classes/in-person-classes for more information.

We'd love to have you join us!

Brenda

Brenda Lindsay
Mind Transformations LLC