Episode 1 : What lens are you seeing life through today?

Episode 1: What Lens Are You Seeing Life Through Today?

In this episode of Inner Space with Mandy, we explore the emotional lenses we unknowingly "wear" as we navigate life. From joy to grief, anxiety to curiosity, Mandy shares playful metaphors—like "grief goggles" and "silly socks"—to help you identify and reflect on your emotional state with compassion and curiosity.

Discover how naming your emotional lens can create distance from overwhelming feelings, invite self-awareness, and even shift your experience. Mandy shares personal stories, practical insights, and a few fun examples to inspire your own emotional exploration.

Take a breath, tune in, and ask yourself: What lens are you wearing today?

Timeline and Episode Highlights

[00:00:00]
Welcome & Introduction

Mandy introduces the episode and the podcast’s focus on exploring life’s many facets, including emotional depth, presence, and fulfillment.

[00:01:00]
What Lens Are You Wearing Today?

Mandy explains the concept of emotional “lenses” and how they shape our daily experiences, from joy and grief to anxiety and curiosity.

Encourages listeners to notice, name, and playfully shift their emotional lenses.

[00:02:15]
Origins of the Practice

Shares inspiration behind the metaphor, including a podcast and personal experiences.

Reflects on how emotional awareness has deepened empathy and understanding in her life and relationships.

[00:03:30]
Playful Lens Metaphors

Mandy introduces fun and relatable emotional lenses, such as:

Trigger Train: Feeling explosive or reactive.

Happy Headband: Radiating positivity and ease.

Grief Goggles: Sitting with sadness and heartbreak.

Silly Socks: Embracing playfulness and humor.

Worry Wand: Getting stuck in worst-case scenarios.

Curious Compass: Exploring and seeking growth.

Anxious Antlers: Hyper-awareness or scanning for safety.

Content Cloak: Feeling peaceful and satisfied.

Careful Cap: Approaching situations with caution and thoughtfulness.

[00:07:30]
Practical Tips for Emotional Awareness

Discusses how naming lenses creates distance from overwhelming feelings and allows for self-compassion.

Encourages listeners to reflect on how emotional lenses shape their experiences and invites them to try shifting or simply observing their lens.

[00:08:30]
Reflection Question & Wrap-Up

Mandy poses a reflective question: What lens are you wearing right now, and how does it shape your view?

Suggests revisiting experiences through a new lens to see how perspectives change.

Invites listeners to share their own clever emotional lens names.

[00:09:00]
Closing Reflections

Mandy thanks listeners and leaves them with encouragement to stay curious, kind, and present as they navigate life’s ups and downs.