In this episode of Positive Solutions 4 Life, Peggy sits down with Shelley Haisman and Jenny Dunkin to explore how mastering your mindset—rooted in faith and intentional action—can shape your life, relationships, and even your success. From overcoming self-doubt to flipping negative thoughts, Shelley and Jenny share personal stories, practical strategies, and faith-filled encouragement to help you take control of your inner dialogue and step into the life God has designed for you.

Shelley’s introduction to mindset work came through her time selling educational books door-to-door with the Southwestern Company. Though the job was tough, the mental toughness training and focus on personal growth transformed how she saw herself and her future. It was the first time she realized that life doesn’t just happen to you—you have a choice.

Jenny was inspired by Shelley’s growth and positivity. Though she initially said no to joining the company, seeing the vibrant, uplifting community firsthand led her to embrace the same opportunity. Both women agree:
👉 We all need some version of “Sales School” in life to train our minds—because traditional school rarely teaches us how to think.

At the heart of Shelley and Jenny’s mindset practices is their faith in God. They believe God wants us to live lives of abundance, positivity, and trust.

“Nowhere in the Bible does it say to stress about it—it says to trust.”

Daily practices like prayer, gratitude, and seeking guidance from the Holy Spirit help keep them aligned. Faith is not just a piece of their lives; it is the foundation of how they think, lead, and encourage others.

Write down your “why” and positive truths to strengthen your mental resilience. These cards are designed to remind you of your purpose when things get hard. Examples from Jenny’s cards:

• “The Holy Spirit guides me.”

• “I am one person away from explosive growth.”

• “People need what I have and are waiting for me to reach out.”

• “I am super organized.”

• Marianne Williamson’s quote: ‘Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate…’

Read them daily. Especially when discouragement creeps in.

Negative thoughts will come—but you don’t have to let them lead. Shelley and Jenny use this simple, powerful tool to reframe their inner dialogue:

When a negative thought arises, tack on this phrase:

“…and that’s exactly how I like it.”

For example:
🚫 “I can never lose weight; I’m just fat.”
✅ “I am taking steps daily, no matter how small, and I feel great about it… and that’s exactly how I like it.”

This helps move you from a place of defeat to empowerment and action.

If a thought feels true (like, “I’ve always been disorganized”), you can acknowledge:

“That may have been true in the past… but no longer. I am choosing differently now.”

Who you surround yourself with matters. Both Shelley and Jenny shared how environments influence mindset—whether it’s colleagues complaining about their spouses or friends stuck in negativity.
Be intentional about:
✅ Spending time with people who lift you up
✅ Listening to podcasts like this
✅ Reading books that align with the person you want to become

Gratitude is key. Even when life feels hard, there’s always something to thank God for.

“Start your day with gratitude. Thank God for another day. Focus on the blessings, no matter how small.”

Faith reminds us that negative thoughts aren’t from God. God is a God of love, abundance, and possibility. When you trust Him, it’s easier to quiet the noise of doubt and fear.

Jenny Dunkin:
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Shelley Haisman:
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Mentioned in this episode:
✨ Amy Weinands – youaremore.com

Shelley & Jenny are co-authoring a book on mindset and faith—expected late 2025 or early 2026!

You have the power to shift your thoughts, your mindset, and your life’s direction. Be aware. Flip the Script. Speak life over your circumstances.
With God as your partner, nothing is impossible.