128. The Frenemy Within: Lifting Yourself, By Yourself

128. The Frenemy Within: Lifting Yourself, By Yourself

From Live Your True Self by Nemisha Patel Owen

April 24, 2026 · 42 min

About this episode

This episode explores the internal struggle of self-doubt and how to transform the mind from an enemy to a friend using insights from the Bhagavad Gita.

Ever feel like you’re in a constant tug-of-war inside your own head? One minute you’re ready to take on the world, and the next, your mind is whispering all the reasons why you aren't good enough. In this episode, we explore the concept of the "frenemy" living within. Drawing on the timeless wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita , we break down why the mind is often our own worst enemy, and how we can train it to become our greatest friend. What you’ll walk away with: Understanding the "Monkey Mind": Why the brain uses old "recordings" to keep you small and how to break the limiting stories. The Art of Self-Coaching: How to stop being your own critic and start being your own empowering self. A Simple Mantra: What is really means and how to "Lift yourself, by yourself" when things get messy. Making it real: Practical ways to stay calm and responsive, no matter how stressful or challenging work or life becomes. If you’re a high achiever tired of the internal battle, this episode is for you. It’s time to stop fighting yourself and start finding your flow. Take a deep breath… and let’s connect within.  Listen to Episode 86: The Nature of the Unmanaged Mind HERE 👉🏽  Ready to go…

People in this episode

Host: Nemisha Patel Owen

Topics covered

  • self-coaching
  • mental health
  • self-improvement
  • mindfulness
  • personal growth

Keywords

  • frenemy
  • Monkey Mind
  • self-criticism
  • mantra
  • stress management

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Bhagavad Gita

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