254: JJ Virgin: Creating the Miracle Mindset

On this week's episode of the Healthy Wealthy and Smart Podcast, JJ Virgin, a celebrity health expert and four-time New York Times bestselling author, reveals how one life-altering event taught her to tap into an indomitable mindset, trust her instincts, and defy the odds, ultimately saving her son's life…and her own. She'll share the lessons she learned that can help you create your own resilient mindset. In this episode, we discuss: -The heart-wrenching story behind her new book Miracle Mindset -JJ's self care tips to manage any of life's challenges -How to access the healing power of the body -How to create a mindset which builds resilience and fosters hope to become fearless -And so much more!   Everyone faces challenges in their lives in different ways. From JJ's experience, "As long as you have hope, you can do it."   Mindset is one of the most powerful tools you possess to overcome difficulties. JJ stresses, "The real answer, again is above all of that, has to be that decision that I can do this. I can step up. I've got this. It's scary but I'm stepping into it and not leaning away from it. I'm not going to run away, I'm going to expand my comfort zone. I've got it."   What may seem like unfortunate and difficult challenges in life may often be opportunities in disguise. JJ has found that, "The worst years are often the best years. They are also the years that you're going to grow the most because we don't grow when things are easy."   For more information on JJ: Celebrity health expert and four-time New York Times bestselling author, JJ Virgin reveals how one life-altering event taught her to tap into an indomitable mindset, trust her instincts, and defy the odds, ultimately saving her son's life…and her own. She'll share the lessons she learned that can help you create your own resilient mindset. In 2012, JJ Virgin was in a hospital room next to her sixteen-year-old son who was struck by a hit-and-run driver and left for dead. She was told by doctors that he wouldn't last through the night and to let him go. With every reason to give up, JJ chose instead to invest her energy into the hope that her son would not just survive, but thrive. In Miracle Mindset, she shares the lessons that gave her the courage to overcome the worst moment of her life. During this difficult time, she learned valuable personal lessons that helped her rebuild her life and find success and purpose in herself, her work, and teach her sons and community how to face their own obstacles and trials. Lessons like "Don't Wish It Were Easier, Make Yourself Stronger" and "Your Limitations will Become Your Life" will lead you to your own personal power and purpose, even when the deck seems stacked against you. With true stories from her life, her clients, and other well-known thought leaders, she can help you transform your mindset and your daily habits to endure the difficult battles that life sends your way. Insightful, personal, and completely relatable, Miracle Mindset proves that miracles are possible when you show up, remain positive, and do the work.   Resources discussed on this show: Miracle Mindset JJ Virgin Website The Brain That Changes Itself Book   Thanks for listening and subscribing to the podcast! Make sure to connect with me on twitter, instagram and facebook to stay updated on all of the latest! Show your support for the show by leaving a rating and review on iTunes!   Have a great week and stay Healthy Wealthy and Smart!   Xo Karen   P.S. Do you want to be a stand out podcast guest? Make sure to grab the tools from the FREE eBook on the home page! Check out the Final Blog Post of 2016: Advice You Need to Know!