Ken LaDeroute

Ken LaDeroute is a certified professional mindset coach, meditation teacher, former pro musician and founder of Clarity Mind Institute. Ken helps stressed-out creative entrepreneurs overcome overthinking and reset their mindset to a calm, clear, and focused mindset so they can make better decisions, do their best work, optimize emotional management, and live a simplified life without continually running past the finish line.

184 articles published

The Power of Gratitude

Happiness and Peace of MindMarch 16, 2011691Views 0Likes 0Comments

Most people are so accustomed to saying "please" and "thank you" that these displays of gratitude are second nature. But when was the last time you really evaluated your life and what you're thankful for? From your family and friends to your job, your pets, and even the simple things in life. Whether thanking a…

Meditation for Beginners

UncategorizedFebruary 24, 2011707Views 0Likes 0Comments

Meditation for Beginners offers an easy step-by-step guide that teaches you how to do mindfulness meditation so you can relax your body quickly and easily, improve mental focus and reduce stress for lasting inner peace and happiness. This book teaches you practical exercises so you can learn how to meditate at home, at the office or…

I’m Thinking of Good Vibrations

Master Your MindsetFebruary 4, 2011627Views 0Likes 0Comments

I love music. I hear music in everything around me, especially in nature. As an audio engineer, musician and meditator, I am acutely aware of vibration. When I pick up my guitar and nestle it close to my body, my creative mind directs my fingers to play. Suddenly, there is a mutual exchange of energy…

Symptoms of Inner Peace

Master Your MindsetJanuary 19, 2011658Views 0Likes 0Comments

1. A tendency to think and act spontaneously rather than on fears of past experiences. 2. An unmistakable ability to enjoy each moment. 3. A loss of interest in judging other people. 4. A loss of interest in interpreting the actions of others. 5. A loss of the ability to worry. 6. Frequent, overwhelming episodes…

How to Feel Better About Your Life and World

UncategorizedJanuary 8, 2011644Views 0Likes 0Comments

I was at the beach the other day and noticed a little oriental girl dangling her feet in the sand. She was simply enjoying the way sand trickled through her toes. I think all humans love the way sand trickles through their toes. Being by the ocean seems to bring out the best in us.…

Conscious Lifestyle Makeovers

Master Your MindsetDecember 31, 2010660Views 0Likes 0Comments

If you could have the ability to dramatically change some aspect of your life, what would it be? It's likely there's at least one area you'd opt to change: losing weight, earning more money, or finally opening that business you've dreamed about. Maybe you are disillusioned about the way your life is going right now.…

Start the Year Clear and Focused: Smart Goal Setting for Smart People

UncategorizedDecember 3, 2010568Views 0Likes 0Comments

What if you woke up tomorrow with the ability to make new choices, meet your goals, fulfill your desires and live the life of your dreams? I've found that using Smart goal setting is an excellent way of shifting from being past-driven to being future-focused. Smart goal setting keeps me on track. S.M.A.R.T. Goal Setting…

Naked

UncategorizedDecember 3, 2010663Views 0Likes 0Comments

Just the sound of the word can send chills up your spine. Stripped-down. Uncovered. Nude. Are your hands starting to get sweaty? Can you feel your heartbeat quicken? Does the word naked make you squirm? I don't know why it's such a big deal, after all we were all born naked. Humans only started wearing clothes about…

Successful Relationships

UncategorizedDecember 2, 2010645Views 0Likes 0Comments

The success of any relationship depends entirely upon a couple's ability to weather through inevitable life transitions. Problems in a relationship can range from the relatively benign flaws in communication to serious pain and trust violations due to such acts as infidelity. Outlined below are several characteristics of successful relationships. These qualities are integral parts of a healthy…

Conscious Ways of Dealing with Your Family Over The Holidays

Affirmation Music, Happiness and Peace of MindNovember 20, 2010690Views 0Likes 0Comments

As we prepare for the American Thanksgiving, Christmas and Chanukah, my friends talk of plans to go home to be with their families for the holidays. What's surprising to me, is that the tone in their voice isn't one of excitement or anticipation, but more of dread and obligation. Looking Within Because we share similar psychological and emotional…

Secrets on How To Forgive and Forget

Fulfilling RelationshipsNovember 18, 2010612Views 0Likes 0Comments

We've all experienced people who have hurt us, deceived us, used us, or maligned us over the years, and there are many people we need to forgive. Research demonstrates that forgiveness is good for your health. Forgiveness has been shown to reduce the risk of heart attack, slow the spread of cancer and impede the development…

Do You Need a Fresh Perspective?

UncategorizedNovember 2, 2010660Views 0Likes 0Comments

If your reality is starting to appear a little stagnant, or you feel like you're "spinning your wheels" and not getting any closer to your goals, it might be time to take a step back for a different view of things. A healthy perspective reminds us of what we're working toward and how we need to…