What About Therapy

While doomscrolling may provide a temporary sense of relief, it's worth considering the long-term impact it can have on your mental health. In this episode Ben talks about three reasons why social media may have a negative impact on your mental health.

In this episode, Enoch talks about all eight depressive disorders that are in the DSM-5-TR. He gives a short example of how they will look in the real world! If you enjoy this podcast, leave us a rating and review!

We are back and with a new way of structuring the show! Join us on this next adventure:)

Our mental health can have a drastic effect on our physical health and vice versa, but how so? In this episode, the gents discuss such things. Give this episode a listen to learn how everything is connected! Thanks to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music!

We all experience emotions. Frequently, we can experience an emotion that is uncomfortable and not know how to deal with it. This episode will equip you with some great tools for when you do experience uncomfortable emotions, thoughts, or feelings. Thanks to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music!

Have there ever been times when you have felt like you couldn't do something? Or maybe if you tried, you would mess it up? Or even when you do try, you feel like a failure? These are feelings of inadequacy! Now, what can you do about them? You'll have to give this episode a listen to find out:) Thanks to Danny D and Sam Proton for the music!

As human beings, we are naturally self-interested. We love talking about ourselves! There is a time and place for that. When someone else is going through a hard time, it's not the time or place to make it about you. In this episode, Enoch, Isaac, and Austin talk about how you can keep the conversation on the person suffering rather than making it about yourself:) Thanks to Danny D and Sam Proton for the music!

Having self-compression can be hard! We tend to naturally be hard on ourselves in difficult moments. If left unchecked, this can lead to more difficulty down the road. Thanks to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music!

Emotions can be tough buggers when it comes to dealing with them. Unfortunately, emotions aren't going away. (You know they are a good thing too, right?). At times, our emotions hook us into believing things that aren't helpful. When you are emotionally flexible, you can go through life without being stopped by these strong emotions! Thanks to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music:)

Do you like marshmallows? Us too! But could you wait ten minutes without touching your marshmallow? Delayed gratificaiton is a tool that will enrich your life in many ways! In this episode, Enoch and Isaac talk about the benefits and give some examples that come from delayed gratification:) Thanks to Danny D and Sam Proton for the music!

We all have habits in our lives. Are some helpful? Absolutely. Are some no so helpful, you bet. The great thing about habits is that they can change. In this episode, Enoch and Isaac talk about the benefits and how to create lasting habits.

Do you have a hard time setting boundaries? In this episode, Enoch and Isaac talk about what unhealthy boundaries may look like and how to set healthy ones:) Thank you to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music!

When you have gone through a hard time, has someone ever said, "Well...look on the bright side..."? This can be frustrating for anyone going through a hard time. It's not that helpful when we try to find the silver lining for other people, despite feeling like you helped. Tune in to this week's episode to learn more:) Thanks to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music!

Do you find yourself struggling with anger? Us too! It's okay, you're human. Anger isn't necessarily a bad thing. It's a great emotion! However, when anger is not handled correctly, it can do a lot of damage. In this episode, Enoch and Isaac talk about ways to de-escalate your anger healthily! Thanks to Danny D and Sam Proton for the music!

Why do you always fail your New Year's resolutions? Why do you feel pressure to set them? Let's talk about that! Thank you to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music:)

When winter comes along, do you find that your emotional health starts to decline? You may be dealing with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). In this episode, Enoch and Isaac will talk about symptoms and possibly some tools you can use;) Thanks to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music! Reference: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/seasonal-affective-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20364651

Many of us have fallen into the trap of social media. This upcoming addiction is changing our brains and the way we focus. In this episode, Enoch and Isaac talk about some of the reasons why your ADHD is getting worse due to social media and other factors. Thanks to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music!

Hey, you...stop taking yourself so seriously! In this episode, Enoch and Isaac talk about laughter and its positive effects on our mood:) Thanks to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music!

In this episode, Enoch and Isaac tackle a critical and often stigmatized issue: suicide. Join us as we engage in an open, compassionate, and informative discussion about understanding and preventing suicide. Enoch and Isaac dispel myths, discuss warning signs, and explore the essential steps individuals and society can take to support those in crisis. They provide valuable insights and share resources for anyone who may be struggling or wants to help others. Together, we aim to spread awareness and emphasize that there is always hope, even in the darkest moments. You are not alone, and help is available. Tune in to this episode for a heartfelt conversation on a topic that deserves our attention and empathy.

Do you find yourself saying yes, even when you don't want to? You may be a people pleaser! In this episode, Enoch and Austin talk about the harmful aspects that can come from people pleasing and what you can do about it. Reference: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/living-finesse/202003/what-is-people-pleasing?amp Thanks to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music!

In this episode, Enoch and Austin talk about Hobbies and how beneficial they can be in your life. They will also cover a handful of hobbies for you to try if you are looking:) Reference: https://www.cae.edu.au/news/five-benefits-of-having-a-hobby/ Thanks to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music!

Do you find yourself begrudgingly going to work each day? You may be working in a toxic environment that can foster these feelings. In this episode, Enoch and Austin discuss the signs and causes of a toxic work culture and what you can do about it. Reference: https://www.workhuman.com/blog/toxic-work-culture-environment/ Thanks to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music!

Have you ever struggled in forming an apology? Struggle no more. In this episode, Enoch and Austin talk about apologies and what steps you can think about when trying to apologize to someone. That and so much more on this weeks episode! Thanks to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music:) Guest starring Austin. Reference: https://hms.harvard.edu/sites/default/files/Departments/Ombuds%20Office/files/M.Wagner.ColumbiaUniversity.OmbudsOffice.ThePowerofApologies.pdf

This one goes out to all the dads! Happy Father's day! Thank you to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music. Reference: https://www.montana.edu/extension/health/documents/MT200008HR.pdf

Have you ever had a thought that freaked you out and made you really uncomfortable? Maybe you were on a hike and you had the thought to jump off the cliff! That's an intrusive thought. Believe it or not, these thoughts are normal and natural to have. In this episode, Enoch and Austin talk about what you can do next time you have an intrusive thought. Thank you to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music! Reference: https://adaa.org/learn-from-us/from-the-experts/blog-posts/consumer/unwanted-intrusive-thoughts

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! In this episode, Enoch and Austin talk about mental health and what it means for you on a day-to-day basis. They also talk about signs and symptoms of some of the most prevalent mental health struggles we experience like depression and anxiety. YOU are WORTH it! Take the time and energy to work on yourself and step into the person you have always wanted to be! Thank you to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music!

The world of AI is progressing at an alarming rate! Are you able to use Chat GPT as a Therapist to help navigate your communication challenges with your spouse? In this episode, Enoch and Austin ask Chat GPT to make a podcast outline on communication within relationships. Let's see how it did! Thanks to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music!

"I'm never going to be good enough" "I have nothing to offer the world" "I am always right" Have you said any of the above phrases? If so, you may struggle with all-or-nothing thinking. In this episode, Enoch and Austin talk about how all-or-nothing thinking can be harmful to our mental health and what you can do about it:) Thank you to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music. Reference: https://www.verywellmind.com/all-or-nothing-thinking-2584173

Families are all unique and have their own ways of maintaining balance in the home. Some ways are more helpful than others. In this episode, Enoch and Austin talk about different ways families can interact. Which ones are your family? Thanks to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music! Check out the table reference in the article below for this to make more sense! Reference: https://study.com/learn/lesson/circumplex-model-of-marital-family-systems-overview-purpose.html

Opposition is a part of the human experience, yet so many of us try to avoid it. Is opposition a good thing? Can we benefit from it? Find out in this episode! Thanks to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music!

I'm sure many of you have heard parents yell at their kids. You may have been one of those kids, or you may have been one of those parents. In this episode, Enoch and Austin talk about the negative outcomes that can come from yelling at your kids and some strategies to use instead. Thanks to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music! Reference: https://www.betterhelp.com/advice/childhood/what-are-the-short-and-long-term-psychological-effects-of-yelling-at-a-child/

When others have different beliefs than you or they do things differently than you, do you feel like you need to defend yourself to support your views? You may feel like others need to agree with you in order for you to feel loved. However, the word acceptance may be what you are looking for. In this episode, Enoch and Austin talk about the differences between acceptance and agreement and how they apply to your daily life. Thanks to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music!

Have you heard of a quadruple D?! Probably not. However, you may have heard of something called the Eisenhower Complex. If you have difficulty getting your thoughts together during stressful times and prioritizing the most important things in your life, this will be an excellent tool! Thank you to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music!

We have all felt stress at some point in our lives. If you haven't...stop lying to yourself. Stress can be a hard thing to navigate, especially when the pressure is on! Did you know stress can actually be helpful? It can be helpful in more than one way. In this episode, Enoch and Austin talk about the benefits of stress and how you can use it to your advantage. Thank you to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music!

March is Colon Cancer Awareness month! Join us in spreading this information to everyone around the world. The more informed we all are about colon cancer, the less we will have to deal with such an illness. Thank you to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music! Find more info at: https://www.ccalliance.org/

In late 2022, Austin lost his dad to colon cancer. Austin tells his story about how this has affected him and his family, along with advice for those dealing with similar heartbreaking experiences.

Are you dealing with loss? Have you experienced a major loss in your life that seemed to put a pause on your life? In this episode, Enoch and Austin will talk about how to keep moving forward as you process your loss and heartache. Thanks to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music! Reference: The Reality Slap by Russ Harris Go listen to our other episodes on grief and depression for more material!

Have you ever had a big goal in mind, and then once you achieve your goal, your happiness doesn't last very long? You even become a little sad? That is part of the arrival fallacy! Thanks to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music! Reference: https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-arrival-fallacy-6561079

Has your significant other ever looked at you with a smile, and you don't return it? Or have you held out your hand to your spouse to only be ignored? In this episode, Enoch and Austin talk about creating a happy and healthy relationship through the small things in life. This Valentine's day, take extra time to focus on the small things. In the long run, they will make all the difference:) Thanks to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music! Reference Article: https://www.gottman.com/blog/an-introduction-to-emotional-bids-and-trust/

Do you think it's better to have high self-esteem rather than self-compassion? If so, maybe we can give you a new paradigm to view yourself from! Thank you to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music! Reference Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IvtZBUSplr4

If you are human, you have experienced setbacks in your life. They can be really hard and even life-altering. When we understand the concept of stewardship and learn to accept our setbacks, we can flourish in times of hardship. A special thanks to Ganel-Lyn for coming on the show! Thank you to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music!

In this episode, Enoch and Austin talk with Riley about life events that made him look inward and make changes in life to help him start to become the man he is today. Thanks to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music!

We all deal with cognitive fusion in one way or another. Some thoughts are a lot harder to deal with than others. Throughout this week, try to live in the present moment and not be caught up in your thoughts. Easier said than done! Be patient with yourself:)

There are many benefits to gratitude. In this episode, Enoch and Austin talk about some of the benefits that gratitude can have and some techniques you can do that will help you with your gratitude practices! Thank you to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music! Reference: https://nhahealth.com/neuroscience-reveals-gratitude-literally-rewires-your-brain-to-be-happier/

At times, we can all feel like the world is against us, or that something is not our fault. However, if you feel like this most/all of the time, you could have a victim mentality. In this episode, Enoch and Austin go over potential causes of the victim mentality, what that looks like, and what you can do if you struggle with the victim mentality, or if someone in your life has a victim mentality. Thank you to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music! Reference: https://psychcentral.com/health/victim-mentality#signs

November is Men's Health Awareness month. This Saturday the 19th is International Men's day. In this episode, Enoch and Austin discuss some of the struggles that men encounter that is not often discussed. Give the men in your life some extra love this week! Thank you to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music! References: https://www.silvercloudhealth.com/us/blog/november-is-mens-health-awareness-month https://ie.movember.com/mens-health/general What is a man? A response to Gillette video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_HL0wiK4Zc

Have you ever been around someone who feels like they are draining all your energy emotionally, or you tend to get hurt by them? This person could be a porcupine! In this episode, Enoch and Austin talk about ways to recognize some porcupines in your own life. Thank you to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music! The book is How to Hug a Porcupine by Dr. John Lewis Lund.

Yeah, you read that right. In this episode, Enoch and Austin talk with Tony Overbay about the four pillars of a connected conversation, and how they can benefit you in every conversation you have on a day-to-day basis. This is only the beginning of the What About Therapy and Tony Overbay collaboration. Thank you to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music!

In this episode, Enoch and Austin talk about how what you say and/or do around children can have lasting impacts on who they become as a person, and what you can do about that! Thank you to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music! Reference: https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/monkey_see_monkey_do_model_behavior_in_early_childhood#:~:text=A%20child%20may%20be%20less,programming%20where%20aggressive%20behaviors%20occur

Happy Halloween! (On Monday). Can something as innocent as Halloween stigmatize parts of the mental health world and be cruces for those that struggle? I guess you'll have to find out! Join Enoch and Austin in this fun episode with a little Halloween party. Thank you to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music! References: https://www.verywellmind.com/halloween-and-mental-health-stigma-4107062 12 Facts About Halloween

Everyone experiences fear in their lives and it looks different for everyone. In this episode, Enoch and Austin talk about the origins of fear and ways we can lean in and start to overcome and accept fear in our lives. Thanks to Sam Proton and Danny D for the music! Reference: https://www.tonyrobbins.com/stories/unleash-the-power/overcoming-fear-in-5-steps/