Podcasts about managing mental health

Summary Amy introduces Dr. Adam Rosen, an orthopedic surgeon and author of "OR Confidential: Confessions of a Gen X Surgeon," highlighting the book's exploration of the challenges and mental health struggles faced by physicians, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. She emphasizes the book's relevance to both medical professionals and patients seeking to understand the physician's journey, its consequences, and recovery . 00:00:02 Dr. Rosen shares his lifelong aspiration to become an orthopedic surgeon, detailing his training and career until his mental health crisis in 2023, which led to a year-long absence from work. He reflects on the initial desire to help people that drives many into medicine, contrasting it with the systemic pressures that erode empathy and compassion over time . 00:01:38 The discussion shifts to the impact of COVID-19 on surgical teams and patient care. Dr. Rosen describes the efficiency and synergy of his pre-COVID team, where experienced members anticipated his needs, leading to streamlined procedures. He contrasts this with the challenges of working with traveling staff during the pandemic, who, despite being highly paid, lacked familiarity with the hospital's systems and procedures, causing frustration among permanent staff . 00:04:47 Dr. Rosen elaborates on the emotional toll of striving for perfection in an environment of constant staffing and supply chain issues. He recounts his hypervigilant state, driven by the need to ensure optimal patient care amidst systemic challenges, which ultimately led to his mental health breakdown. He also mentions a quote in his book from the Hip and Knee Society about the high percentage of doctors still facing supply chain and staffing issues years after COVID . 00:08:57 Dr. Rosen describes the red flags he missed leading up to his breakdown, including chronic sleep deprivation, increased alcohol consumption, cessation of exercise and meditation, and social withdrawal. He acknowledges the feeling of being trapped by financial obligations and professional responsibilities, which prevented him from addressing his deteriorating mental health . 00:11:17 Dr. Rosen recounts the events leading to his breakdown, triggered by a combination of hospital issues, electronic medical record stress, insurance demands, a patient complication, and a lawsuit. He describes waking up one Friday unable to get out of bed, experiencing a sense of detachment at work, and ultimately being unable to move, leading to a three-week period of isolation . 00:14:34 Dr. Rosen reflects on a prior panic attack, which he initially dismissed, and contrasts it with the overwhelming fear and inability to function that characterized his breakdown. He credits his wife and therapist for intervening and initiating his treatment, highlighting the importance of support systems and access to mental healthcare . 00:18:43 Dr. Rosen discusses his experience with psychiatric treatment, including medication and an intensive outpatient program involving cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and group therapy. He describes the challenges of accepting the healthcare system's limitations while striving for optimal patient care, and the difficulty of admitting the need for help due to stigma . 00:26:26 Dr. Rosen emphasizes the importance of continuous self-assessment and seeking help, recounting how sharing his experiences has become easier over time. He notes the surprising number of older colleagues who have privately struggled with similar issues, underscoring the prevalence of mental health challenges in the medical profession . 00:35:06 Dr. Rosen details the tools and strategies he has adopted to manage his mental health, including mindfulness meditation, regular exercise, nutritious eating, social interaction, and creative outlets like writing and YouTube. He shares a personal anecdote about reframing frustrating situations by rewarding himself with a treat, illustrating his approach to managing stress . 00:36:50 Dr. Rosen discusses the principles of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), including identifying and challenging negative core beliefs and cognitive distortions. He recounts his experience in group therapy, where he had to confront his belief that he was a failure and reframe his narrative . 00:41:16 Dr. Rosen describes his current activities, including his YouTube channel, which provides information and support to patients undergoing knee replacement surgery. He also mentions his plans to resume work on a fictional medical crime thriller . 00:50:24 Amy commends Dr. Rosen for his openness and advocacy, highlighting the value of his resources for patients and healthcare professionals. She also acknowledges the unique challenges faced by female surgeons and expresses appreciation for initiatives supporting them . 00:54:51 Chapter Introduction to Dr. Adam Rosen and His Book 00:00:02 Amy introduces Dr. Adam Rosen, highlighting his book "OR Confidential: Confessions of a Gen X Surgeon," which explores the mental health challenges faced by physicians, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. She emphasizes the book's relevance to both medical professionals and patients seeking to understand the physician's journey, its consequences, and recovery. Dr. Rosen's Journey to Becoming a Surgeon 00:01:38 Dr. Rosen shares his lifelong aspiration to become an orthopedic surgeon, detailing his training and career until his mental health crisis in 2023, which led to a year-long absence from work. He reflects on the initial desire to help people that drives many into medicine, contrasting it with the systemic pressures that erode empathy and compassion over time. The Impact of COVID-19 on Surgical Teams 00:04:47 The discussion shifts to the impact of COVID-19 on surgical teams and patient care. Dr. Rosen describes the efficiency and synergy of his pre-COVID team, where experienced members anticipated his needs, leading to streamlined procedures. He contrasts this with the challenges of working with traveling staff during the pandemic, who, despite being highly paid, lacked familiarity with the hospital's systems and procedures, causing frustration among permanent staff. He notes that travelers were often paid two to three times what the home market paid. The Emotional Toll of Striving for Perfection 00:08:57 Dr. Rosen elaborates on the emotional toll of striving for perfection in an environment of constant staffing and supply chain issues. He recounts his hypervigilant state, driven by the need to ensure optimal patient care amidst systemic challenges, which ultimately led to his mental health breakdown. He also mentions a quote in his book from the Hip and Knee Society about the high percentage of doctors still facing supply chain and staffing issues years after COVID. Red Flags and the Feeling of Being Trapped 00:11:17 Dr. Rosen describes the red flags he missed leading up to his breakdown, including chronic sleep deprivation, increased alcohol consumption, cessation of exercise and meditation, and social withdrawal. He acknowledges the feeling of being trapped by financial obligations and professional responsibilities, which prevented him from addressing his deteriorating mental health. The Breaking Point 00:14:34 Dr. Rosen recounts the events leading to his breakdown, triggered by a combination of hospital issues, electronic medical record stress, insurance demands, a patient complication, and a lawsuit. He describes waking up one Friday unable to get out of bed, experiencing a sense of detachment at work, and ultimately being unable to move, leading to a three-week period of isolation. Panic Attack and the Importance of Support Systems 00:18:43 Dr. Rosen reflects on a prior panic attack, which he initially dismissed, and contrasts it with the overwhelming fear and inability to function that characterized his breakdown. He credits his wife and therapist for intervening and initiating his treatment, highlighting the importance of support systems and access to mental healthcare. Psychiatric Treatment and the Stigma of Mental Health 00:26:26 Dr. Rosen discusses his experience with psychiatric treatment, including medication and an intensive outpatient program involving cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and group therapy. He describes the challenges of accepting the healthcare system's limitations while striving for optimal patient care, and the difficulty of admitting the need for help due to stigma. The Importance of Continuous Self-Assessment 00:35:06 Dr. Rosen emphasizes the importance of continuous self-assessment and seeking help, recounting how sharing his experiences has become easier over time. He notes the surprising number of older colleagues who have privately struggled with similar issues, underscoring the prevalence of mental health challenges in the medical profession. Tools and Strategies for Managing Mental Health 00:36:50 Dr. Rosen details the tools and strategies he has adopted to manage his mental health, including mindfulness meditation, regular exercise, nutritious eating, social interaction, and creative outlets like writing and YouTube. He shares a personal anecdote about reframing frustrating situations by rewarding himself with a treat, illustrating his approach to managing stress. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Challenging Negative Beliefs 00:41:16 Dr. Rosen discusses the principles of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), including identifying and challenging negative core beliefs and cognitive distortions. He recounts his experience in group therapy, where he had to confront his belief that he was a failure and reframe his narrative. Current Activities and Future Plans 00:50:24 Dr. Rosen describes his current activities, including his YouTube channel, which provides information and support to patients undergoing knee replacement surgery. He also mentions his plans to resume work on a fictional medical crime thriller. Commendations and Acknowledgements 00:54:51 Amy commends Dr. Rosen for his openness and advocacy, highlighting the value of his resources for patients and healthcare professionals. She also acknowledges the unique challenges faced by female surgeons and expresses appreciation for initiatives supporting them.Find Dr. Rosen at:His Youtube channel here His podcast hereHis book here

If you've ever looked successful on the outside but were secretly falling apart on the inside—this episode is for you.Bill Overton spent decades as a top executive in the HOA industry… until his high-functioning depression caught up with him. In this powerful conversation, he shares what burnout really looks like behind the boardroom doors, why “self-care” isn't enough, and how leaders can model the mental health shift we urgently need.We go deep on his personal crash, his recovery, and how it led to him writing the industry-defining book Managing Mental Health. Bill's not here to sugarcoat anything—but he is here to give you tools, language, and hope.

Send us a textWelcome to Episode 3 of Coaching 2 Change, the final episode in our series on Mental Health and Menopause. We dive into the serious mental health risks many women face during menopause, including depression, anxiety, irritability, and even suicidal thoughts. Menopause affects more than just the body, the emotional and psychological impact is real and important.In this episode, we explore how hormonal shifts change brain chemistry and mood, why recognizing these mental health challenges matters, and the common struggles like isolation and stigma. Learn practical ways to manage mental health with therapy, medication, mindfulness, and support groups. If you or someone you love is struggling, help is available, you are not alone.Tune in, share this episode with others, and subscribe for more on personal growth and wellness.#MenopauseMentalHealth #mentalhealth #menopause #MentalWellness #Coaching2ChangeSupport the show

Overcoming Roadblocks in Betrayal Trauma RecoveryIn this episode of Healing With Worth, hosts Naomi and Marquelle discuss some common obstacles faced during the healing and recovery process from betrayal trauma. They emphasize the importance of self-work, the challenges women face in early recovery, and the value of support groups. They also touch on the detrimental effects of rushing forgiveness and the significant role of medication in managing overwhelming emotions. Highlighting the phases of healing and the importance of self-esteem rebuilding, the hosts offer insights and practical strategies to navigate the journey effectively. Join Naomi and Marquelle as they provide support, validation, and tools for overcoming the roadblocks to recovery.00:00 Introduction to Healing With Worth00:51 Understanding the Obstacles in Healing02:51 The Importance of Self-Work and Support06:12 Rebuilding Self-Worth and Spiritual Strength14:50 Navigating Grief and Isolation16:02 The Role of Support Groups24:33 Managing Mental Health and Medication34:09 The Process of Forgiveness39:07 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode of CASAT Conversations, we're joined by Agata Gawronski, Executive Director of the State of Nevada Board of Examiners for Alcohol, Drug, and Gambling Counselors. Originally from Poland, Agata's journey into the field of substance use and problem gambling began after earning her master's degree in social work and immigrating to the United States. She shares the experiences that shaped her career, from her early days as a substance use disorder counselor to her 14 years of leadership at the State of Nevada licensing board.Agata's career has been defined by a passion for building trust, collaboration, and community. She has found tremendous reward in her work, especially in bringing people together to solve complex problems and make a lasting impact in the field. As a committed advocate, she has also dedicated her time to various nonprofit organizations, including the Katie Grace Foundation.In this episode, Agata discusses:The key experiences that shaped her career pathThe most rewarding aspects of working in fieldStrategies she uses to build trust and collaboration with othersHow she stays motivated and resilient in the face of burnoutReflections on how to support colleaguesAdvice for young professionals entering the behavioral health fieldJoin us for an inspiring conversation about the power of community, resilience, and the impact of leadership in the substance use and problem gambling fields.Key words: leadership, counseling, advocacy, mental health, burnout preventionResources: https://www.psychiatrist.com/news/surgeon-general-drafts-one-last-prescription/Beyond Burnout: The Hidden Cost of Sanctuary Trauma on Mental Health and Organizational Culture blog postSelf-Care: An Important Strategy for Managing Mental Health blog postEmbracing Self-Awareness and Reflection: Vital Practices for Behavioral Health Providers blog post

Hey there! Ever wondered how finding your voice can truly change your life? This episode of Better Call Daddy has some serious wisdom bombs from Whitney Ann Jenkins. From overcoming fears to living authentically, she's sharing her journey and lessons learned. Whitney Ann Jenkins discusses authenticity, finding your voice, and balancing life as a creative.   Finding Authentic Voice: The journey to discover one's true voice. Personal Boundaries: Importance in protecting one's creative expression. Life Lessons: Learning from life experiences and challenges. Energy and Healing: Reiki and understanding personal energy. Creativity and Performance: Exploration of artistic authenticity. Navigating Relationships: Impact of relationships on personal growth. Community and Support: Building a supportive environment for creatives. Think about a time when you felt you weren't being true to yourself. What circumstances led to that, and how did you feel? Whitney spoke about the struggle to balance societal expectations with personal intuition. How do you currently balance external pressures with your inner desires? Fear and Adventure: Recall a moment when you took a bold step out of your comfort zone. What motivated you, and what did you learn from the experience? Whitney mentioned an adventurous streak that took her to Italy impulsively. If you had the opportunity to explore a place spontaneously, where would you go and why? Energy and Boundaries: Whitney highlighted the importance of setting boundaries for creativity to flourish. Identify areas in your life where setting boundaries could lead to more freedom and creativity. How do you currently manage your energy, especially when surrounded by different personalities and expectations? Authenticity in Relationships: Consider the role of others in your journey toward authenticity. How have family, friends, or mentors influenced your self-discovery? Whitney shared her challenges with familial relationships. How does your family dynamic impact your self-expression? Mentorship and Community: Reflect on a mentor or community that has provided you with support on your path to authenticity. What qualities do they embody that help you feel seen and understood? Part 2: Creative Exercises Mindful Visualization: Spend 5 minutes imagining your most authentic self in a scenario where you're thriving. Write down what you visualized, focusing on your surroundings, activities, and the feelings you experienced. Role Exploration: Choose a scene from a movie or book you resonate with. Act it out in your own way, focusing on how you bring yourself to the role. Reflect on how this experience impacts your understanding of authenticity. Energy Mapping: Chart your daily activities and interactions. Note the energy shifts you experience with each one. Use different colors to indicate high energy, low energy, and neutral experiences. Reflect on patterns or relationships that might need attention. Letters to Self: Write a letter to your younger self about the importance of staying true to personal values and voice. Include lessons learned and advice for navigating challenges with authenticity. Part 3: Discussion & Sharing Group Discussion: If part of a group, share your findings and exercises with peers or mentors. What insights did others provide about your journey, and how might their perspectives assist in your growth? Online Community Engagement: Utilize online platforms to connect with similar-minded individuals. Share a part of your journey toward authenticity and invite others to share theirs. Part 4: Actionable Goals Setting goals can provide clarity and direction in your pursuit of authenticity. Based on the reflections and exercises: Identify two areas in your life where you want to focus on being more authentic. Outline specific actions you will take in the next month to strengthen your connection to your voice and authenticity. By engaging in these reflective questions and activities, you can explore deeper layers of your personal authenticity, inspired by the themes Whitney Ann Jenkins addressed on the show. Remember, the journey to finding and expressing your authentic voice is ongoing, and every step counts! (00:00) Exploring Voices in Acting (05:05) Balancing Dreams and Expectations (08:07) Boundaries Enable Creative Freedom (11:41) Voice Crisis: Reiki to the Rescue (14:30) Coping with a Narcissistic Parent (19:05) Finding Truth in Acting Spaces (20:34) Self-Worth in Creativity (25:27) Embrace Your Unique Self (29:10) Holistic Balance for Artists (30:18) Nashville's Transient Music Scene (34:32) Creative Bond with Shy Dad (37:27) Inauthentic Pursuits and Unexpected Roles (42:56) Navigating Dominant Relationships (43:48) Comparing Talent Across Generations (46:52) Pursuing Dreams Through Learning   Connect with Whitney Ann https://www.whitneyannjenkins.com/   Connect with Reena Friedman Watts: - Website: bettercalldaddy.com - LinkedIn: Reena Friedman Watts - Twitter: @reenareena - Instagram: @Reena Friedman Watts - YouTube: Better Call Daddy Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear a story of resilience and hope!  

In this quick tip episode, I'm tackling something that holds many speakers back —decision-making. Whether you're using speaking to market your business, win clients, or land paid gigs, hesitation can cost you big time. Every day you wait, someone else is taking the stage. In this episode, I cover: Why making decisions feels so challenging. The results I've seen when speakers go all in. Practical ways to accelerate your decision-making process. If you've been stuck in indecision, or not getting the results you want then listen up. Enjoy!   If you'd like to watch the video of the episode, you can do that here:   Leave a rating or review for The Speaking Club (Take a photo of your review, email it to me at sarah@saraharcher.co.uk and get a free e-copy of my book Cracking Speech Mate - How to Use Humour to Make You an Amazing Speaker!)   Books: Grab your copy of Straight to the Top - How to Create and Deliver a Killer Elevator Pitch Grab your copy of Cracking Speech Mate - How to Add Humour to Make You An Amazing Speaker   Resources: FREE NEW GUIDE - From Blank Page to Stage  https://www.saraharcher.co.uk   Jackie Brennan's Episode: Why the Conventional Approach to Managing Mental Health is Flawed and What to Do Instead with Jackie Brennan - 215   Thanks for listening!   To share your thoughts:                                                   Leave a comment below. Share this show on X, Facebook or LinkedIn. To help the show out: Leave an honest review at https://www.ratethispodcast.com/tsc. Your ratings and reviews really help get the word out and I read each one. Subscribe on iTunes.  

As matriculants across South Africa prepare to receive their results, the transition from school to adulthood presents both exciting opportunities but also heavy stress. It is critical that we support matriculants in building resilience and managing mental health during this life-changing phase. With alarming statistics highlighting that 9.5% of teen deaths in South Africa are due to suicide and that a third of hospital admissions for suicide attempts involve teenagers, the importance of fostering mental health awareness cannot be overstated. Ruvé Esterhuysen, a clinical psychologist based at Life Poortview, joins us now to discuss these pressing mental health issues and provide guidance on supporting young people during this pivotal life stage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While the holiday season is often painted as a time of joy and celebration, it can bring stress, anxiety, and even feelings of isolation. In this episode of the Doctors Hospital podcast, we have a candid conversation with psychiatrist, Dr. Rashida Brown-Clarke, and dive deep into the mental health challenges that tend to surface during the holidays. From the pressure to meet expectations, to the impact of social gatherings, to dealing with grief and loneliness—this episode offers practical tips and insights on how to protect your mental well-being. Listen, subscribe and share! Need to book your annual physical? Book now by visit https://clinics.doctorshosp.com/physicals

This episode of Raising Joy focuses on a sensitive yet crucial topic: understanding and managing chronic pain in children. We're joined by Matthew Reed, LCSW, BCB, a pain clinical therapist at Cook Children's who specializes in providing clinical therapy for children, adolescents, and families affected by chronic pain. Whether it's headaches or other pain, Matthews shares how mental health can be impacted and what parents can do to help their children. 

Managing Mental Health in Difficult TimesBeing under stress isn't a new condition for Jews. But with decades of Israeli power and relative diaspora security, our people have gotten used to a historically unusual state of calm. As the last few years have shown, political and even physical insecurity may be the new normal. While there's no need to panic, that kind of chronic stress takes a physical and mental toll. Some are in combat on Israel's front lines, and some have loved one's who are. Some are on campus or city streets confronting rising antisemitism. We decided to record this unusual episode to address that issue. How do we manage to take care of ourselves when we don't control the external forces that are causing us stress? What is the basic biologically of stress? What steps can we take, and what habits can we develop, that will help us navigate these difficult times? Mike and Alan host our guest expert Dina Kessler. Am Yisrael Chai!

The force behind @sh!tyoushouldcareabout's Lucy Blakiston discusses how she built a media brand from her bedroom, what she's learnt being a young she-eo and the importance of mental health in today's social media-obsessed world.  Warning: there's colourful language used in this ep.   WANT MORE FROM LUCY? For more on Lucy and Bel Hawkins' book Make it Make Sense (Hachette, $34.99) see here. You can catch them at @sh!tyoushouldcareabout, on TikTok here or via their site here.    WANT MORE BODY + SOUL?  Online: Head to bodyandsoul.com.au for your daily digital dose of health and wellness. On social: Via Instagram at @bodyandsoul_au or Facebook. Or, TikTok here. Got an idea for an episode? DM host Felicity Harley on Instagram @felicityharley.  In print: Each Sunday, grab Body+Soul inside The Sunday Telegraph (NSW), the Sunday Herald Sun (Victoria), The Sunday Mail (Queensland), Sunday Mail (SA) and Sunday Tasmanian (Tasmania). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of A Mental Health Break, we're joined by Mike Bausch, owner of Andolini's Pizzeria, which has earned the prestigious title of one of the "Top 10 Pizzerias in America" according to TripAdvisor, CNN, Buzzfeed, and USA Today. Mike's extensive experience in the hospitality industry has not only earned him numerous accolades—such as Tulsa's Restaurateur of the Year and Oklahoma's Small Business Person of the Year—but also a deep understanding of the mental health challenges faced by those in high-pressure environments like restaurants.Join us as Mike shares his personal journey of managing mental health while growing a successful business. With five pizzerias, a fine dining restaurant, and two Amazon #1 Best Selling books to his name, Mike is no stranger to stress and burnout. In this episode, he opens up about how he stays grounded, the importance of mental health in the hospitality industry, and practical tips for others navigating similar struggles.Tune in for an inspiring conversation on resilience, self-care, and balancing success with well-being in a demanding field.Have a question for the host or guest? Are you looking to become a show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com to get connected.CRISIS LINE: DIAL 988

We would say that things have been rough lately but let's be honest, for many of us it's not just been “lately”. If you're a regular listener of our podcast then chances are good that you've been trying to manage your mental health or neurodivergence or that you've been trying to heal from a significant trauma; and those overarching themes are always there no matter what happens in the world or in our personal lives on a day-to-day basis. That's what's most exhausting. For a lot of us, this difficult time isn't temporary. This is just life. So, the question we pose is, does it ever get any easier? Does developing management strategies and learning self-mastery, communication, and relationship skills actually help in the long run? Join us as we share some of the management strategies and skill sets we've developed, and assess whether it's been worth all the work we've put in over our nearly 50 years of combined experience on this mental health and trauma recovery journey.If you're enjoying the podcast we'd love it if you could help us spread the word by telling your friends, subscribing to the podcast, and leaving a rating or review. If you have any feedback or topics you'd like for us to cover we'd love to hear from you at differentfunctional@gmail.com Don't forget to follow us on social media, on TikTok and Instagram as different_functional and on Facebook as different functional. If you'd like to support us on Patreon we are at www.patreon.com/differentfunctional As always, thank you for listening and remember: Different does not mean defective.

Employers are doing everything they can to attract and retain good workers. But the biggest factor in an employee's success is also one of the hardest to manage: mental health.In our latest episode, host Greg Bedalov joins Dr. Lindsey Harrington and Gina Sharp of Endeavor Health Linden Oaks Hospital to talk about mental health in the modern workplace.Why is it so important? What's changed in recent years? How do new technologies and ways of working impact our health? And, most importantly, how can employers create an environment that puts employee wellness first?To keep up with what's happening in DuPage County and the Chicagoland region, follow Choose DuPage on social media or visit ChooseDuPage.com/Ready.

Please share how this podcast is affecting your mental well-being. Please also know that we have a course called the "14 Days To Mental Health Wellness" Type this is your search bar. pensight.com/x/winoverdepressionHave you ever wondered if your commitment to your mental health is truly unwavering? Join me, Tamera Trotter, as we explore the depths of commitment and its pivotal role in managing mental illness. This episode of Win Over Depression is designed to help you reflect on your personal pledges and evaluate if you're genuinely living up to them. Drawing from my own life, I share the relentless dedication required to keep this podcast going, even while battling COVID-19, to underscore the real essence of commitment. Together, we'll delve into the intricacies of one-sided commitments and the promises we make to ourselves and others, especially in the realm of mental health.We discuss the importance of making and keeping commitments, not just in our personal lives, but as a vital strategy for managing mental health conditions daily. With practical advice and self-evaluation exercises, you'll learn how to stay on track despite obstacles. Whether it's your career, relationships, or self-improvement goals, this episode is packed with insights to inspire and motivate you to honor your commitments. Tune in to understand how a promise to deliver expected outcomes can transform your approach to overcoming mental health challenges and help you win over depression.Are you happy?? Imagine starting your day with an uplifted spirit, a clear mind, and a positive outlook. That's what we're offering in today's episode — a path to finding happiness, even while navigating the rough terrain of mental illness. We're going to challenge you to redefine happiness, to remember your most joyous moments, and to incorporate simple, yet potent steps into your daily routine. We promise you'll learn strategies to break free from the monotony of life and get to joy.Support the Show.Win Over Depression Course: '14 Days to Mental Health Wellness'Type into your toolbar: pensight.com/x/winoverdepressionhttps://www.winoverdepression.orghttps://www.patreon.com/tameratrotterhttps://www.stitcher.com/podcast/tameras-podcast

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Bio: Nida donned the Green Matter alias in 2019 after several years of cultivating a love of bass music. This fiery passion was first sparked in 2012, when her sister took her to a Skrillex performance. She then dove headfirst into DAWs and dubstep production, finding her creative calling with the Green Matter project. The Latina artist shines unforgettably bright in the Denver, CO, bass music scene. Her sound cross-pollinates the nostalgia of earlier dubstep and the constant innovation of modern bass production. Green Matter Links Mr. Bill's Links Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:53 Learning Ableton and Music Production 03:52 Green Matter's Creative Process 06:31 Defining Music: Drums, Melody, and Groove 09:25 Working at Meow Wolf 16:02 Goals for 2024 22:00 Overcoming Challenges as a Woman in the Electronic Music Scene 25:48 Navigating Pressure and Burnout in the Music Industry 29:01 Managing Mental Health  31:30 Finding Balance and Recharging with Favorite Activities 41:22 Favorite Venue in Colorado 45:19 Where to Find Green Matter's Music

Join Dr. Satyavani and co-host Prajna Madhavi in this insightful episode of the Woman Warrior Podcast as they delve into mental health from an Ayurvedic perspective. Dr. Satyavani shares her personal journey through mental health struggles, the impact of Ayurveda on her life, and practical Ayurvedic practices to alleviate anxiety and depression. From personal wellness check-ins to the power of community, holistic approaches to mental well-being, and the importance of following a daily routine (Dinacharya), this episode provides a comprehensive guide to balancing mind, body, and spirit. Don't miss the new segment 'Try This, Not That' and an enlightening Oracle card reading to wrap up the discussion. 00:00 Introduction: The Power of Your Posse 04:14 Mental Health Challenges and Personal Stories 09:13 Laughter as Medicine 10:31 Training for a Spartan Race 18:09 Personal Struggles and Overcoming Challenges 28:30 Ayurvedic Perspective on Mental Health 36:50 Western Medicine vs. Ayurveda 53:40 Daily Rituals for a Balanced Life 01:00:24 Oracle Card Reading and Conclusion

Keep up with Bonnie ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ Website Want to keep up with me? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit my website for printables and more⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to be a guest on the pod? Email me at plannertalkpodcast@gmail.com Thank you for listening :) Vienna Ortiz 58. A Chat About Journaling & Mental Health with Bonnie from Archer & Olive In this episode, I sit down with Bonnie, the creative mind behind Archer & Olive, to explore the intersection of journaling and mental health. Join us as we dive into Bonnie's personal journey, the benefits of journaling, and tips for incorporating self-care into a busy lifestyle. Here's what you can expect: Introduction to Bonnie and Archer & Olive Discover the origins of Archer & Olive and how Bonnie started her journaling journey. Learn about Bonnie's background and what inspired her to create her own line of journaling products. The Benefits of Journaling Explore the various mental health benefits of keeping a journal, from stress relief to emotional clarity. Understand how journaling can be a powerful tool for self-reflection and personal growth. Bonnie's Personal Journey and Inspiration Hear Bonnie's story of how she began journaling and the impact it has had on her life. Learn about the sources of inspiration that fuel Bonnie's creativity and drive her to develop new products. Managing Mental Health and Self-Care Discuss Bonnie's personal diagnosis and how it has influenced her approach to mental health and self-care. Gain insights into the strategies Bonnie uses to make time for self-care amidst a busy schedule. Favorite Journaling Products Discover Bonnie's favorite products from the Archer & Olive line and why she loves them. Get tips on selecting the best journaling tools and accessories to enhance your own practice. Tune in to this insightful episode to learn more about the transformative power of journaling and gain inspiration from Bonnie's journey with Archer & Olive. Whether you're a seasoned journaler or just starting out, this episode is packed with valuable tips and heartfelt stories that will motivate you to pick up a pen and start writing. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/plannertalk/support

In this episode, Taylor is joined by special guest, Tom Smalley, a Performance Success Consultant and mental health advocate. They discuss a variety of topics including sports specialization in young athletes, Tom's personal journey with OCD and ADHD, and how to manage mental health in competition and life. If you found this episode to be of value, share it on social or with a friend, and leave a review. Let's connect! in/taylorbcook ig/taylorbcook_ Connect with Tom ig/irontsmalls Struggle into Strength - www.struggleintostrength.com Resources International OCD Foundation Learn more about mental coaching at Taylored Minds Coaching Get access to free mental performance resources Sign up with DraftKings Sportsbook with code THPN

"More than ever men's mental health is a big topic." In this episode of the Show Up Dad podcast, host David Mendonca interviews Peter DePrez, a former law enforcement officer who was diagnosed with PTSD. Pete shares his personal experience with PTSD and how it has affected his life. He discusses the connection between toxic masculinity and generational trauma, as well as the importance of understanding the mechanical errors in the brain to find effective treatment. Pete also talks about the impact of PTSD on relationships and the role of diet and supplementation in managing symptoms like tinnitus. The conversation explores the importance of addressing mental health issues, particularly in the military and first responder community. It highlights the need to recognize and address the symptoms of mental health ailments, such as anxiety and PTSD, and emphasizes the importance of self-education and self-advocacy. The conversation also discusses various tools and practices that can help individuals manage their mental health, including breathwork, diet, supplementation, and journaling. The guest provides resources and encourages individuals to seek help and take proactive steps towards healing and resolving their pain. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Gratitude to Sponsors 00:54 Guest Introduction: Pete DePrez's Background in Law Enforcement 02:49 Pete's Personal Experience with PTSD and Its Impact on His Life 07:11 The Effects of PTSD on Relationships and Self-Identity 09:31 Understanding the Connection Between PTSD and Tinnitus 12:50 The Impact of PTSD on Relationships and How to Navigate It 24:50Taking a Comprehensive Approach to Treating PTSD and Related Conditions 28:16 The Rapid Decline of Mental Health 30:12 The Historical Perspective on Mental Health 31:26 Recognizing and Normalizing Anxiety 33:54 Embracing Discomfort and Overcoming Challenges 35:49 Addressing the Root of the Problem 38:36 The Power of Breathwork 42:48 Self-Advocacy and Self-Education 45:49 Journaling for Mental Health 52:45 PTSD in the Line Industry 54:33 Resolving Mental Health Issues Beyond Pharmaceuticals 57:42 Seeking Help and Taking Action Discover more at www.asmfoundation.com or @asmfoundation on Instagram. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-mendonca/support

Your Brain is the Most Important Organ in Your BodyToday, a look at the 8th commandment of Self-Brain Surgery: I must love my brain and live in such a way as to protect and improve it.The Ten Commandments of Self-Brain SurgeryI must relentlessly refuse to participate in my own demise.I must believe that feelings are not facts, they are chemical events in my brain.I must believe that most of my thoughts are untrue.I must believe that my brain is designed to heal (Ryker's Regular Legs)I must love tomorrow more than I hate how I feel right now. (No Tomorrow Tax! Corollary: I must not treat bad feelings with bad operations.)I must stop making an operation out of everything.I must not perpetuate generational thought or behavioral issues in my family or start any new ones.I must love my brain and live in such a way as to protect and improve it.I must believe that what I'm doing I'm getting better at.I must understand that thoughts become things.Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!Five Ways You Can Support this show:Pray for us!Subscribe, like, and share it with your friends! (We even have a YouTube channel!)Leave reviews and comments wherever you listen to podcasts!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Visit one of our affiliate partners and consider using their products (we use them every day):Improve your gut health, immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!Other Helpful Links:Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs!Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose!Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book!Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here!All recent episodes with transcripts are available here! (00:02) - Introduction to Self-Brain Surgery (01:24) - Protecting Your Brain: Physical Organ Maintenance (02:47) - Understanding the Mind-Brain Connection (05:05) - CDC Recommendations for Brain Health (06:52) - Lifestyle Factors for Brain Health (09:37) - Addressing Weight and Brain Health (11:28) - Importance of Managing Blood Sugar (14:27) - The Truth About Alcohol and Brain Health (16:58) - The Importance of Wearing Helmets (19:39) - Managing Mental Health for Brain Protection (24:24) - Embracing Your Brain as a Gift

What are the biggest challenges of medical school? Do medical students struggle with mental health? What are the signs and symptoms of burnout? Brianna Engelson, MD, chief resident of psychiatry at the University of Minnesota, joins us to discuss how when two of her colleagues in medical school died by suicide, she successfully advocated to remove barriers to mental health care in her state. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts.

Today we're speaking with Nicole Kasper of Odyssey Entertainment Group. Odyssey Entertainment Group, a women-led Influencer and Artist management company in Nashville, TN, was co-founded by Nicole Kasper and Paige Kosinski in February 2021. The company has grown rapidly, now comprising nine full-time team members and managing 53 exclusive talents. With a focus on innovation and excellence, Odyssey has successfully executed over 2000 campaigns since its inception. Nicole Kasper, as a co-founder and the Head of Management, brings a wealth of experience from the music and entertainment industry. Graduating from UCLA in 2014, her career has spanned various sectors including A&R, booking, and management, with roles at Universal Music Group, Live Nation, Clear Channel Radio, Creative Artists Agency, Big Machine Label Group, and Warehouse West Entertainment. Prior to Odyssey, Kasper was the Creative Director at Warehouse West Entertainment in Nashville, where she provided comprehensive support to artists for music release, recording, and promotion, as well as fan base growth. Her expertise was instrumental in guiding artists in aspects ranging from management selection to brand strategy and tour booking. Kasper's past clients include renowned names such as Cheap Trick, Jennifer Nettles, Alana Springsteen, Delta Rae, and Hank Williams Jr. Currently, Odyssey Entertainment Group's roster boasts an impressive social media footprint, with over 50 million followers across platforms. Connect with her: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolekasper4 Timestamps [00:02:01] TikTok legislation passed. [00:07:41-00:07:52] Nashville's popularity rise. [00:08:05] Nashville's appeal and growth. [00:13:32-00:13:43] Nashville internship experience. [00:15:07] Music industry careers. [00:21:46-00:21:57] Social media's impact on music. [00:23:53-00:24:04] Creator economy opportunities. [00:28:37-00:28:48] Workplace Mental Health Focus [00:32:17-00:33:24] Managing Mental Health. [00:33:24] Business partner dynamics. [00:39:52-00:40:02] Remote work challenges. [00:42:12-00:42:22] Music industry expansion debate. [00:44:54] Talent scouting process. [00:48:12-00:48:23] Pitching success strategies. [00:51:38-00:51:48] Building a creator's business. [00:54:09] Social media platform instability. [00:57:37] TikTok's potential disappearance. Want to join WIIM's Membership? Check out our website http://www.iamwiim.com/join Join WIIM's upcoming events near you! http://www.iamwiim.com/events Don't forget to follow us on Instagram http://www.instagram.com/iamwiim --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wiim/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wiim/support

20 February 2024: Dr Thoraiya Kanafani HRIC Dubai is in to help us get a handle on our mental health during hard times. Dr Neil Hopkin leads the Academic Leadership Team at Fortes Education and he is in to let us know How to get the best out of your child's school... Michael and Vivienne Addo AKA Mr and Mrs Muscle are in the studio to chat about all things fitness. Ali Hashemi Co-Founder and Chairman GluCare Health is in the studio following news out of the UK that around a million Brits are living with undiagnosed diabetes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Taylor is joined by special guest, Tom Smalley, a Performance Success Consultant and mental health advocate. They discuss a variety of topics including sports specialization in young athletes, Tom's personal journey with OCD and ADHD, and how to manage mental health in competition and life. If you found this episode to be of value, share it on social or with a friend, and leave a review. Let's connect! in/taylorbcook ig/taylorbcook_ Connect with Tom ig/irontsmalls Struggle into Strength - www.struggleintostrength.com Resources International OCD Foundation Learn more about mental coaching at Taylored Minds Coaching Get access to free mental performance resources Sign up with DraftKings Sportsbook with code THPN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook, Amy engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Haleigh Fisher, MS, LPC of Trailhead Counseling DFW, shedding light on the intricate world of managing mental stress in young athletes. The episode dives into various aspects, exploring the challenges faced by youth and teen athletes and offering practical strategies for parents and coaches to provide effective support.The discussion kicks off by addressing the significant mental and mindset challenges that young athletes often encounter. Amy and Haleigh then delve into coping strategies for parents when their child doesn't make a team or the desired team—a scenario familiar to many sports families.A key focus of the episode revolves around handling performance slumps and effectively communicating with athletes during challenging times. The conversation extends to situations where young athletes find themselves benched, unraveling insights on how parents can navigate these moments and maintain open communication with their children.The importance of developing a positive mindset takes center stage, with the discussion highlighting practical ways for young athletes to foster resilience. Amy and Haleigh underline the collaborative role parents and coaches play in nurturing a mindset that contributes to both performance and overall well-being. Haleigh outlines warning signs that parents and coaches should be attuned to, indicating potential struggles faced by young athletes. Tune in to this episode of The Sports Nutrition Playbook for a comprehensive exploration of the mental landscape of youth athletes, featuring expert advice from Haleigh Fisher, MS, LPC. Haleigh Fisher, MS, LPC Trailhead Counseling DFWhaleigh@trailheadcounselingdfw.comTo learn more visit @thesportsnutritionplaybook and thesportsnutritionplaybook.com. Have questions to ask our sports dietitians? email us at info@thesportsnutritionplaybook.com

SummaryDaniel, a retired firefighter and PTSD survivor, found success in real estate and mental health advocacy after seeking therapy and undergoing ketamine treatment. He emphasizes the importance of personal outlets and identifying what brings joy in life, while managing one's own thoughts and motivations. Suicide can be an indicator that something needs to change, and taking the next logical step towards progress is crucial.Key Points• Sam introduces Daniel as a retired firefighter, real estate agent, investor, and PTSD survivor who helps others find their way out of darkness (1:01)• Daniel struggled with PTSD and turned to therapy for help (9:33)• Ketamine treatment helped Daniel make progress in his healing journey (10:43)• Daniel pursued his interest in real estate, started a mental health podcast, and quit his job to become a full-time realtor (12:35)• Sam and Daniel discuss the importance of managing one's own thoughts and motivations (17:57)• Daniel suggests personal outlets such as exercise, hobbies, or therapy for coping with trauma and stresses the importance of establishing these tools early on (33:25)• Both speakers discuss the importance of finding an outlet that fills your cup and works for you personally. (38:05)• Daniel discusses how suicide can be an indicator that something in one's life needs to end and emphasizes the importance of identifying what brings joy and what doesn't, as well as taking the next logical step towards progress (53:25)

Stephanie is a wife, mother of two daughters, a perinatal marriage and family therapist, and the owner of The Motherhood Wellness Clinic! She works with women and couples to help prevent and treat postpartum mental health struggles. Stephanie works holistically and seeks to find the root cause of mental health concerns, not stopping at just the symptoms. She works with mothers to achieve mental wellness, not just a lack of mental illness.motherhoodwellnessclinic.com@motherhood_wellness_clinic (IG)Work With Me 1:1:www.chloepufftraining.com/applyBook a free discovery callhttps://chloepufftraining.as.meJoin the FREE Bold & Fit Motherhood Community: www.facebook.com/groups/chloepufftraining Connect with me on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chloepuff Instagram: @chloepufftraining & @musclesmotherhoodmotivation Tik Tok: @chloepuff_training Twitter: @beboldbefitWWW.CHLOEPUFFTRAINING.COM

Join me as I share my personal experience of helping my daughter, Emma, acclimatize to her new school environment, while also managing my recovery from COVID. This episode also shines a spotlight on the importance of patience and understanding in our everyday interactions. We also touch upon mental health, offering resources and coping strategies. Lastly, I share a sneak peek into what's coming next on the podcast, as well as new content on the website.  Support the showFor more resources, blogs, & content, and Mental health merchandise, please visit:IG: Imperfect.mellowWebsite: www.imperfectmellow.comPlease like, subscribe, & write a 5 star! Dont forget to share this episode :)

In episode #157, Erin Iwanusa, LCSW, CDWF and advisor for Miscarriage Hope Desk shares more of her personal struggles with pregnancy loss and building a family. We get into many aspects of mental health, including giving yourself time to grieve and setting boundaries during the holidays. Erin was also on the MHD podcast, episode #47. CONNECT WITH ERIN - https://www.instagram.com/themiscarriagetherapist/ https://www.themiscarriagetherapist.com/ Miscarriage Hope Desk is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, if you feel called to to help, reach out- support@miscarriagehopedesk.com >>> support the future of this podcast & DONATE https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=E46AVDBGHUHGU OR https://account.venmo.com/u/miscarriagehopedesk

TW: Mentions of suicide ideation, grief, depression and anxiety  Hi everyone!! I'm super excited for you guys to listen to week 8's episode :))! This week we have a super important episode! During the episode, I was joined by my friend Jamaya, talking about mental health. Some topics we cover are, dealing with declining mental health aswell as self care! As always, thank you to the Wednesday team Gavin, Sydney, and Crystabelle. Core 4 on top!!  --- Follow Study Break on Instagram and TikTok: @thestudybreakpodcast  Follow Amaal on Instagram: @amaal_duale --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/studybreakpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/studybreakpodcast/support

In the face of such overwhelming bad news, it's all too easy to feel hopeless. Dr. Ben Miller joins Kavita and Norm to talk about the narrative of mental illness in mass shootings, and shares ways that we can maintain good mental health even when the news is bleak. Don't miss this important episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the face of such overwhelming bad news, it's all too easy to feel hopeless. Dr. Ben Miller joins Kavita and Norm to talk about the narrative of mental illness in mass shootings, and shares ways that we can maintain good mental health even when the news is bleak. Don't miss this important episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the face of such overwhelming bad news, it's all too easy to feel hopeless. Dr. Ben Miller joins Kavita and Norm to talk about the narrative of mental illness in mass shootings, and shares ways that we can maintain good mental health even when the news is bleak. Don't miss this important episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Mind-Blowing Happiness® Podcast! Each month we speak to inspiring and empowering guests to help you rediscover your authenticity, realign with your values, and walk in your purpose for a juicier, more joyful life.In this episode, Trish talks to the CEO of Balancing Acts Entertainment, Mental Health Advocate, and Filmmaker, Gina Barboza about her upcoming documentary, The Call, and ways to manage mental health in difficult times.2:00 – Trish recommends Gina's Tyler Perry project, A Jazzman's Blues3:00 – Gina explains how she got started in filmmaking7:50 – Gina talks about meeting her dad at 15 and his mental illness11:30 – Gina shares how her mental health documentary got started12:04 - Gina explains how her brother's addiction turned into psychosis13:15 - How Gina identified her purpose14:10 - Trish explains collective trauma16:15 - Gina shares some of her best advice for mental wellness17:45 - Trish shares the first tip for mental health20:25 - Trish and Gina discuss the spiritual thread in healing21:20 - Trish and Gina discuss the importance of gratitude26:00 - Trish shares a third tip28:09 - Gina discusses her new documentary33:10 - Trish talks about the gratitude shower36:00 - Trish talks about taking action to process emotions37:09 - Gina talks about her stepdaughter's mental health crisis43:30 - Trish discusses the importance of getting help44:00 - Trish shares resources47:20 - Gina talks about her new film projects and how you can find her workLearn more about Gina Barboza's work at https://www.balancingactsent.com/Follow @GinaBarbozaLearn more about Trish Ahjel Roberts' coaching, books, workshops, and keynote talks at https://TrishAhjelRoberts.comFollow @TrishAhjelRobertsLearn about Trish's Ghana Soul-Healing Retreat Feb 28 - Mar 8, 2024 at https://www.mindblowinghappinessprograms.com/ghanaResourceshttps://psychcentral.com/ (for mental health quizzes and other resources)https://holisticlifefoundation.org/https://988lifeline.org/ - Suicide prevention line - Dial 988https://www.mentalwealthalliance.org/https://www.badbitcheshavebaddaystoo.com/https://nami.org/Homeep53/s4/ep2

Oh, the lies you've been told about your brain… Today's guest challenges the traditional description of ADHD, viewing it not as a disorder, but as a unique collection of traits that showcase different ways of thinking and experiencing emotions.  Dr. Caroline Leaf is a communication pathologist, audiologist, and clinical and cognitive neuroscientist specializing in psychoneurobiology and metacognitive neuropsychology. Her passion is to help people see the power of the mind to change the brain, control chaotic thinking, and find mental peace. She shares her profound knowledge and insights on how the mind can shape and transform the brain, offering hope and practical strategies for finding mental peace in our daily lives. We dove into everything from habit formation, ADHD brain scans, the difference between the mind and the brain, self-reflection and self-management, and tools to manage our messy minds. This episode is a beautiful blast of science sprinkled with well-earned mothering experience. Her latest book, How to Help Your Child Clean Up Their Mental Mess: A Guide to Building Resilience and Managing Mental Health, is available now.  Learn more about Dr. Leaf at: Her website –  https://drleaf.com/ Instagram – @​​drcarolineleaf Facebook – Dr. Caroline Leaf Twitter – @DrCarolineLeaf Let's dive into our messy minds, mama. Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here: https://www.patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-209-adhd-lies-cleaning-up-you-and-your-childs-mental-mess-building-habits-neurocycle-caroline-leaf Stop Medusa Mom in her tracks with these 10 tips to calm down before you lose your cool! Watch (or read) the free video here: https://www.patriciasung.com/calm

How do you clean up your mental mess to better manage your mind? Today, both children and adults are facing a mental health crisis, one that is rapidly becoming an epidemic. If you've been struggling with signs of anxiety and depression, you aren't alone. But if these symptoms are left unaddressed, they can become a mental mess that follows you for the rest of your life. This is such an important conversation, which is why I'm thrilled to welcome Dr. Caroline Leaf back to our show. Dr. Leaf is a clinical and cognitive neuroscientist who specializes in psychoneurobiology and meta-cognitive neuropsychology. She's also the bestselling author of a brand-new book, How to Help Your Child Clean Up Their Mental Mess: A Guide to Building Resilience and Managing Mental Health. Even though we're going to talk about children quite a bit, this episode is for everyone. No matter what age or stage of life you're in, this is an essential guide to teach you how to improve your cognitive functioning, emotional resilience, and mental strength so you can then teach others. Listen in as Dr. Leaf goes over her five step, science-based neurocycle to help you create new lifelong habits and a healthier mindset. Link to Kwik Success Program Link to Kwik Programs  (Use code: PODCAST15) Link to Limitless Expanded Link to Show Notes Link to Kwik Brain C.O.D.E. Quiz If you're inspired, I want to invite you to join me in my brand NEW 10-day course, specifically designed to boost your productivity. I know it sounds too good to be true, but I give

Episode Highlights With Dr. LeafThe problem with how we take care of depression, anxiety, and mental healthHow the mind can influence the brain and vice versaWhy the brain isn't the cause, it is the responder, and why this reductionist approach has been a disservice to those who struggle with mental healthThe problem with labeling conditions based on just looking at the brain and a better approachWhat mind management is and how to help our kids have a good foundation of thisThe neurocycle as a tool to help kids work through strugglesHow suppression creates imbalances in the brain and the bodyThe most important thing we can do for our child's mental health (hint: it starts with the parents)How to model mental health skills to our childrenThe neurocycle approach to helping children become aware of and process things that happen to them and their interpretation of these eventsWhy children can interpret body language so well and how to manage our own minds in a way that helps themHow to model the neurocycle for your kids and make it part of your family cultureYou can't make your children happy and you can't fix themSafety net parenting vs. helicopter parenting Most kids are only getting 7-10 minutes a day of free play, but they need 3-4 hours optimallyWhy to let your child be upset and cry when they are experiencing big emotionsHow giving your child space to struggle will help them work through their feelings safely and shape their own identityYou can't change what has happened to you but you can change what it looks like inside of youYou can't change what has happened to you but you can change what it looks like inside of you - Dr Caroline LeafResources We MentionHow to Help Your Child Clean Up Their Mental Mess: A Guide to Building Resilience and Managing Mental Health by Dr. Caroline LeafCleaning Up Your Mental Mess: 5 Simple, Scientifically Proven Steps to Reduce Anxiety, Stress, and Toxic Thinking by Dr. Caroline LeafSwitch on Your Brain: The Key to Peak Happiness, Thinking, and Health by Dr. Caroline LeafCaroline Leaf - websiteThe Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien

How do primary care pediatricians take care of the growing volume of mental health problems in the setting of a busy private practice? Drs. Wendy Sapolsky, Kim DalPorto and Chanley Dudley, pediatric mental health champions in their large pediatric primary care private practice, Carithers Pediatric Group, share Time-saving Tips for managing the challenges of limited time, and increased volume and complexity of child mental health problems in this episode.  Tips include:  ** 1 - Use screening tools at well-visits and for symptomatic patients** 2 -Invest in time-saving dictation software for notes** 3 - When charting, include measurable behavioral outcomes ** 4 - See complex pts before lunch, at end of the day or schedule a separate appt** 5 - Monitor your burnout** 6 – Take advantage of telehealth** 7 – Check in w/ families in between appts via phone calls/patient portal** 8 – Develop a relationship w/ a child psychiatrist** 9 –  Medical Education!** 10 - Know your community MH resourcesDr. Wendy Sapolsky, MD, FAAP has been in practice for 28 years at Carithers Pediatric Group. She received her medical degree from the University of South Florida College of Medicine, completed her pediatric residency at Wake Forest University/Bowman Gray School of Medicine. Her professional interests include ADHD, adolescents, and weight management.Kim DalPorto MD, FAAP has been in practice for 28 years at Carithers Pediatric Group. She received her medical degree from the University of South Florida College of Medicine,  completed her pediatric residency at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. In addition to her work in the US, she is involved with global missions and helped to launch a permanent primary care medical clinic in Uganda, associated with Okoa Refuge.Chanley Dudley, MD has been in practice for 10 years at Carithers Pediatric Group.  She received her medical degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine. She completed her pediatric residency at  Harvard /Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. She has a special interest in children and adolescents with complex medical or social situations and in those who struggle with speech/language disorders and other learning differences.Check out our website PsychEd4Peds.com for more resources.Follow us on Instagram @psyched4peds

Collin Strajack had struggled with alcohol and substance addiction in his early years as an adult. While trying to get over addiction, he noticed he was having intrusive thoughts. This year marks Collin's 6th year being clean from addiction, all while managing his mental health. Today, he is a comedian, podcaster, and mental health advocate in his own podcast, The Modern Day Overthinker, where he sdhares his own experiences with OCD and addiction recovery. In this episode we talk about:  ◾️ Recovery from substance addiction ◾️ Anxiety, OCD, depression and how his past affected managing his mental health ◾️ The importance of having self-awareness and the will to go to therapy Find Collin here: https://moderndayoverthinker.com/ Find Zach here: zachwesterbeck.com @zach_westerbeck

Dr. Caroline Leaf is a communication pathologist and clinical neuroscientist specializing in psychoneurobiology. Her passion is to help people see the power of the mind to change the brain, control chaotic thinking, and find mental peace. Her new book, How to Help Your Child Clean Up Their Mental Mess: A Guide to Building Resilience and Managing Mental Health, is out now. 15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now! Become a Genius Life Premium Member and get ad-free episodes of the show, a monthly Ask Me Anything (AMA), and more! Learn more: http://thegeniuslife.com

Dr. Caroline Leaf is the author of How to Help Your Child Clean Up Their Mental Mess: A Guide to Building Resilience and Managing Mental Health. “Dr. Leaf provides a clear and effective five-step plan to teach your child how to manage their mind and become emotionally healthy. With deep understanding and compassion, Dr. Leaf offers simple, easy-to-use strategies for caretakers to help children to recognize feelings and respond in a healthy way—replacing toxic thoughts with brain-building practices and developing resilience that will serve them throughout their lives.” This is a fascinating conversation that I invite you to share with other parents. *This is a podcast interview for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to be medical or mental health advice. Seek out your trusted provider for care for yourself or your child. While on the show notes page, I'd love for you to join our newsletter. You'll receive more inspiration and tips to love yourself and live your best midlife. You'll also get a FREE copy of Michele's Book, Design a Life You Love (available for a limited time). WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Why Dr. Leaf wrote this book now to help parents help their children manage their mental health. Why we need to embrace the “mess” and not let children feel like their brains are broken. What the Neurocycle is, the specific steps, and how to implement it. What are ‘Thought Trees' and how can they help kids understand how experiences impact their brains and bodies. How can we fix the youth mental health crisis and what role her book plays in helping the next generation. ‘Brain-ee,' a cartoon superhero and how parents can use this character to help children understand the journey of mental health, and much more! RESOURCES MENTIONED Join Michele's Newsletter Michele on Instagram Michele's Book Website: Dr. Leaf's Book Website Dr. Leaf's Website Dr. Leaf on IG Book: How to Help Your Child Clean Up Their Mental Mess: A Guide to Building Resilience and Managing Mental Health Neurocycle App on App store ABOUT THE GUEST Dr. Caroline Leaf is a communication pathologist, audiologist, clinical and cognitive neuroscientist with a Masters and PhD in Communication Pathology and a BSc Logopaedics, specializing in cognitive and metacognitive neuropsychology. Since the early 1980s she has researched the mind-brain connection, the nature of mental health, and the formation of memory. She was one of the first in her field to study how the brain can change (neuroplasticity) with directed mind input.  During her years in clinical practice and her work with thousands of underprivileged teachers and students in her home country of South Africa and in the USA, she developed her theory (called the Geodesic Information Processing theory) of how we think, build memory, and learn, into tools and processes that have transformed the lives of hundreds of thousands of individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE), learning disabilities (ADD, ADHD), autism, dementias and mental ill-health issues like anxiety and depression. She has helped hundreds of thousands of students and adults learn how to use their mind to detox and grow their brain to succeed in every area of their lives, including school, university, and the workplace. Dr. Leaf is also the bestselling author of Switch on Your Brain, Think Learn Succeed, Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess, and many more. She teaches at academic, medical and neuroscience conferences, and to various audiences around the world.  Dr. Leaf is currently conducting clinical trials using the 5-step program she developed while in private practice to further demonstrate the effectiveness of mind-directed techniques to help relieve mental ill-health problems such as anxiety, depression and intrusive thoughts. The primary aim of these trials is to make mental health care more affordable, applicable, and accessible worldwide, and to reduce the stigma around mental health. Thank you for listening to the show!

Get ready for an insightful episode as we speak with renowned neuroscientist and bestselling author, Dr. Caroline Leaf! In this conversation, Dr. Leaf delves into the crucial topics of mental health and depression, while also giving a sneak peek into her upcoming book, "How to Help Your Child Clean Up Their Mental Mess: A Guide to Building Resilience and Managing Mental Health."Dr. Caroline Leaf's credentials as a world-leading cognitive neuroscientist and communication pathologist, with a Ph.D. in Communication Pathology specialising in Neuropsychology, set the stage for a truly captivating discussion. With her wealth of experience and expertise, Dr. Leaf has garnered international acclaim for her groundbreaking research on the mind-brain connection and her compassionate approach to mental well-being.In this candid and compassionate episode, Dr. Leaf opens up about the profound impact of mental health on our lives and the lives of our loved ones. She addresses the pressing issue of depression, debunking common myths and shedding light on how it affects individuals of all ages.Using her expertise and extensive research, Dr. Caroline Leaf shares valuable insights on how we can proactively manage and improve our mental well-being. She empowers listeners with practical tools and techniques to recognise the signs of mental distress, fostering a greater sense of self-awareness and emotional intelligence.Throughout the episode, Dr. Leaf's compassionate approach shines through as she emphasises the power of self-acceptance and the value of seeking professional help when needed. Her insights on building resilience and nurturing positive thought patterns offer hope and encouragement to anyone struggling with mental health concerns.While Dr. Caroline Leaf briefly mentions her forthcoming book on helping children with their mental mess, the focus of this episode remains on the broader topic of mental health and depression. An insightful episode we hope you got as much out of it as we did.Enjoy!Lots of love,Dave & SteveThis episode is sponsored by Air Up. This revolutionary water bottle that will blow your mind and get you drinking tons more water, have given our listeners an exclusive 10% discount when you enter the code HAPPYPEAR10Produced by Sean Cahill & Sara Fawsitt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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On Today's EPISODE #299 we will cover:  ✔ A Deep Dive into Dr. Carolyn Leaf's 5 Scientifically Proven Steps to Clean Up Our Mental Mess, So We Can Help Ourselves, Others and Our Children (Preparing for Dr. Leaf's NEW Book Coming Out August 8th).  ✔ What to Expect in the 63 Day Neurocycle (from her APP) from Andrea's Experience of Breaking Down Her Own Toxic Thoughts. ✔ How This Scientifically Proven Process Breaks Down a Toxic Thought, and Reconceptualizes It into Something Healthy and Manageable. ✔ An Overview of the 5 Steps You Will Use to Manage Your Mind. ✔ What Tools and Strategies Stanford Professor Dr. Andrew Huberman suggests for improving anxiety and stress in our lives. ✔ Andrea's Thoughts on implementing these strategies for improved mental and physical health, with tools to create balance on a daily basis. Welcome back to The Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast, where we connect the science-based evidence behind social and emotional learning (that's finally being taught in our schools today) and emotional intelligence training (used in our modern workplaces) for improved well-being, achievement, productivity and results—using what I saw as the missing link (since we weren't taught this when we were growing up in school), the application of practical neuroscience. I'm Andrea Samadi, an author, and an educator with a passion for learning and launched this podcast 5 years ago with the goal of bringing ALL the leading experts together (in one place) to uncover the most current research that would back up how the brain learns best, taking us ALL to new, and often unimaginable heights.    As we have now hit more than halfway through this year, I want to look back to where we started in January. We opened up January 2023 and SEASON 9 with an episode that focused on “prioritizing our mental and physical health, improving self-awareness and resiliency”[i] with a quote from Julie Smith, and her book Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? She said “To me, working on maximizing our mental health is no different to working on our physical health.” Today, we are going to show just how true Julie Smith's concept of being mindful of our physical AND mental health is, and look at some strategies that we can all use immediately, for difficult times, so that we ALL keep our mental health at the forefront, with ideas for how we can use our mind to become resilient to stress. For today's episode #299, we are going back to the Basics, and reviewing EP #106[ii], from February 2021, where we covered a review of Dr. Carolyn Leaf's Neurocycle APP[iii] (that's scientifically designed to help manage and reduce anxiety, depression and mental ill-health by 81%) along with her book, Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess, that we covered when we interviewed Dr. Leaf on a BONUS EPISODE[iv] back in 2021. I continue to release her episode every year, as her 5 STEP process to identifying, and breaking up toxic thoughts is unlike anything I've ever seen or tried myself. If anyone ever asks me “what do you recommend for getting rid of those ruminating thoughts, those worries, stresses or anxieties” that ALL of us feel at some point in our life, I always send over Dr. Leaf's interview, and let them know about her APP that's now called The Neurocycle APP, based on applying these 5 steps. Why Am I Revisiting Our Mental Health Now? After our last EP #298 with my friend and Neurocoach, Grace Reynolds[v], I mentioned that my girls were struggling with going back to school, and my youngest in particular, with a new school, no friends there, and an entirely new routine. I tried some of Grace's strategies with her to help bring her brain back to calm, but I quickly realized that I needed more help for her. I thought back to Dr. Leaf's episode, and wished she has steps for me to follow that I could walk my 12 year old through, so I went back to the Neurocycle APP on my phone, and thought that it might be a good time for me to revisit the 5 STEPS that she suggests can clean up ANY mental mess, helping us to manage thoughts that make us anxious, or depressed, and eliminate ANY toxic thoughts,  showing us how to take control of them, manage them, and break them down so that they don't have any control over us. We've all got these thoughts in our head, whether it's work worries, financial worries, family worries, I'm sure everyone can write down a bunch of CRAP they need to get out of their head. It's really quite an experience and I thought I'm definitely past due for cleaning up my own mental mess. I opened up my APP that I haven't used since the last time I had a problem I wanted to eliminate, and right there on the home page was an alert about Dr. Leaf's new book, coming out in days, called How to Help Your Child Clean Up Their Mental Mess: A Guide to Building Resilience and Managing Mental Health[vi] which covers scientifically-proven steps to help children ages 3-10 overcome unhealthy thinking habits and manage their mental health.  My wish was granted. In days, I'll have her new book, (it's coming out August 8th) and I'll share anything NEW she covers with how to help our children with their worries, keeping their minds peaceful, but until then, I've started a NEW 63-day Cycle, which is what Dr. Leaf recommends for eliminating ANY toxic thought that you have, anything that you know is taking away from your peace of mind, to see how I could work on my current worries, and be a stronger version of myself for my family.  When we can understand the 5 steps ourselves as parents, or teachers, and role model the way with our thoughts and behaviors, it's the first step towards showing our kids that there is nothing wrong with anxiety. It's not a bad thing. It's a signal to show us that we need to do something differently. Dr. Leaf said that she uses this system herself, and it's the way she manages her mind. If you look at Dr. Leaf you might think she looks somewhere in her 40s with her age, but it you follow her work, she goes back in time with her research, and shares she is around age 60. When we can manage our stress from the inside out, it does show up on the outside.   She shares “I truly believe that mental mess is something we all experience often,” and that it isn't something we should be ashamed of. This is my profession, and I still have to clean up my mind daily. The events and circumstances of life aren't going anywhere; people make a lot of decisions every day that affect us all, suffering of some sort for you and your loved ones is inevitable. That said, I wholeheartedly believe that although the events and circumstances can't be controlled, we can control our reactions to these events and circumstances. This is mind-management in action!” So for today's EP #299, I want to revisit my REVIEW of Dr. Leaf's 5 STEPS for Managing Our Mental Mess, and prepare for her NEW book coming out How to Help Your Child Clean Up Their Mental Mess: A Guide to Building Resilience and Managing Mental Health.[vii] This book is on pre-order right now, coming out August 8th.  If you do pre-order a copy, go to her website and register your order, and you will receive some bonuses, like a video that will prepare your kids for going back to school. This is JUST what I needed last week.  I've pre-ordered my copy and highly suggest you look at her new book, if you are like me, with young children, noticing the effects of stress, and anxiety on their developing brains. I hope you find this episode helpful, as I'll share NEW strategies that go much deeper than what we've ever done before with cleaning up our minds, with Dr. Leaf's 5 Step Approach to reducing our own anxiety, and improve our own self-regulation. Finally, we will look at strategies that Stanford Professor and neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Huberman suggests we do in addition to Dr. Leaf's 5 steps, to make sure we are taking ALL the steps we can to increase our resilience to stress. Finally, once we've mastered these steps ourselves, we can role model the way for others in our life, like, our children, so they can do the same. CLEANING UP OUR MENTAL MESS IN 5 STEPS Today, in order to go deeper into the 5 steps than I covered in my first review of Dr. Leaf's program[viii] back in 2021, I'm going to offer insights from actually doing the FULL 63 days (which Dr. Leaf calls a Neurocycle) three times. I did one full cycle to eliminate, and better manage a problem that I'd say was once my biggest fear, and it's not at all anymore now that I look at my notes, and then use the APP to understand something about myself on a deeper level, more than any counseling that I've ever paid for, attended, and done the work for. What happens with this 63 day Neurocycle process is that once we identify a problem we want to “clean up” from our mind, we'll go through these 5 steps every day, for 63 days, and in this process, we conceptualize whatever it is that gives us an emotional charge. It never goes away, but whatever it is that brings you worry and anxiety, over time, will lose its energy and power over you, so that in essence are able to control your thoughts, keeping them healthy, instead of them controlling you, and bringing you dis-ease. Dr. Leaf's Neurocycle app, costs $14.99USD/month which is much less than any time I've actually paid a mental health expert for assistance. I'm not paid to endorse Dr. Leaf, I just interviewed her, and fully believe in her process. You can go through the steps in her APP, or even watch the steps herself from her YouTube channel[ix]. NOTE: Remember, I am not a medical doctor, and if you are struggling with your mental health, please do consult with a medical doctor. On this episode I'm not offering medical advice, but am sharing the results I've personally obtained from using the 5 STEP approach that Dr. Leaf suggests, from my point of view, in her book, Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess and using her Neurocycle APP. My hope is that it can help others, who might find themselves stuck, with some NEW ideas and strategies that I've used myself to access peace of mind, during times of high stress in my own life, with the goal that next, I'll be able to help my family to use these stress reduction strategies in their life, or for anyone who might be listening, and want to try them out for themselves.   63 DAYS TO BREAK DOWN A TOXIC THOUGHT The whole idea is that Dr. Leaf, from her years of research, suggests it takes 63 days to get rid of, and completely break down and eliminate a toxic thought. Day 1-21 you identify the thought you want to work on, (you'll know which one gives you the most emotional charge when you write out all of your worries) and you'll go through the 5 steps every day to deconstruct the thought, and reconstruct it into something you understand and can manage.  Day 22-42 you go through the 5 steps only, growing new thoughts around the toxic one, and Day 42-63 you finally break the “cycle” and form NEW thoughts, that support the future you want to see.  It sounds pretty simple and straight forward, but I've got to share that it's a bit messy. CLEANING UP OUR MENTAL MESS IN 63 DAYS In our interview, she held up a dead, rotten looking tree, showing us that this is what our toxic thoughts look like, (in our mind) and I'm not one consciously think negative thoughts, knowing how damaging they are to our brain and results, but this image took it all to a new level for me with this dead tree. Anytime we are stuck ruminating on something negative, (either consciously-when we will know we are going down the wrong path, or even unconsciously, like what happened to me when I noticed feeling this sinking feeling in my stomach that something just wasn't right in our world) the dead tree is a good visual to think of. How on the earth could we possibly expect to build positive results with negative thoughts floating through our minds, causing negative feelings, actions and results? These negative thoughts further impact our conditions, circumstances and even our future environments. It's not something I want personally, or for anyone else, so when I noticed I was beginning to worry, and feel anxious with some things happening with our girls, that are a normal part of them growing up, and I knew these worries were beginning to impact my behavior, (I was more snippier than usual with them) I knew it was time for me to start a NEW 63 day Neurocycle and nip these worries in the bud, before they grew into something more difficult to control. I knew it was time to clean up my own Mental Mess. I'm on DAY 4/63 of the program now, and since this is my 4th time running through a 63-day cycle, I wanted to share my thoughts along the way, to help others who might be thinking about beginning this process. I'll link some resources in the show notes resource section of where to begin. I highly suggest watching the interview I did with Dr. Leaf on EPISODE #106[x] to get some background information of this 5-step process, and even her interview with podcaster Ed Mylett[xi] who brings some humor to the 5-step process from a guy's point of view. The Neurocycle APP puts everything into practice and brings the 5-steps to life. Here's My Experience of Using the APP to Clean Up My Mental Mess INTRO TO THE APP: I opened up the APP, and 63 days feels like a long way away, but if you can break down the journey into stages (1-21 where you identify what issue you want to DETOX from your mind and begin to deconstruct it, and then reconstruct it into something healthier, 22-42 where you practice the 5 steps and reinforce new, healthy thoughts, and finally days 42-63 where you break the cycle of negative thinking and find FREEDOM in your mind) where you notice you'll be able to manage your thoughts, and life, so much better. You go from having doubts, worries, and fears, to understanding, and eventually to FREEDOM and peace of mind. Here's how I felt throughout my 63 days. DAY 1: I felt anxious, with a problem I wanted to solve immediately. It was difficult to focus on my work, as the problem was on my mind. Dr. Leaf's dead toxic tree was enough of a visual for me to want to change my toxic thoughts, and get them out of my head.  I also felt an anxious feeling in my stomach, and knew I wasn't my best self. DAY 2: The first part is all about brainstorming what's on our mind. If I thought about the CRAP BOARD I talked about in our previous EPISODE, it's here we list out all of Conflicts, Resistances, Anxieties and Problems on a piece of paper. I did this myself, and actually did it with my daughter, to pinpoint what was stressing her out so much. Pinpointing what's bothering you the MOST is eye-opening, as you look at other things that cross your mind, and put them on the back-burner, so to speak. Now we are going to pick the one that's the most pressing. I've now identified the ONE thought I'll work on for 63 days. Most of us will be able to list a whole bunch of things that are on our mind, taking up space. You'll want to pick just ONE. At this point I already know how I feel when this problem comes across my mind, and I've started to apply strategies to calm my mind when I feel stressed out about it. The work of deconstructing this problem has begun. DAY 3: Now I've learned to pause and breathe when stressed with a strategy Dr. Leaf calls THINK/FEEL and CHOOSE. With time, this self-regulation strategy becomes automatic and when I THINK and FEEL something that makes me uneasy, I have the ability to CHOOSE how I respond or react to it, listening closely to what she says are “warning signals” in my body.  Alpha waves increase as I dig deeper into my mind, and gain understanding in this process.  I'm very clear with the emotions I feel, the behaviors I choose, and I'm using my own mind to gain some perspective of what this all means to me, and what are the root causes of it all. DAY 6: I'm beginning to change my perspective of the toxic thought, getting closure to it all, as I'm beginning to see where it came from in the first place. DAY 7: I can actually gather some insight, understanding and feel empowered as I've broken up a toxic thought with my own mind. After 7 days I can say I felt hope, or empowerment and had created a vision for the future I wanted as the toxic thought is now being restructured in my brain and turned into something useful. I'm thinking of her dead tree coming alive a bit. DAY 14: Dr. Leaf mentions is a BENCHMARK DAY as you might experience what she says is like a “mastery mirage” or that “Oh, I've got this feeling” and you want to stop here. DON'T STOP, or you'll undo all of the work you've done up to this point, and you'll need to start over at day 1. The toxic thought isn't dead just yet. Keep going, learning, thinking and reflecting. It's here you might need an accountability partner to keep going, but find some way to take this process seriously and keep moving, and doing the “mental” work to break free from whatever it is that's bothering you. I just wrote down what day I was on in my notebook out of 63 days, showing me that I wasn't finished yet. DAY 14-16: Somewhere around here I felt persistence, resilience, strength and power about the thought that was once toxic and troubling.  I can look back to Day 1 and remember how I felt, knowing this process does work. I know that I'm nowhere near where I was 2 weeks ago with this toxic thought. DAY 20: I can now see the BIG PICTURE and the future that was bright as the toxic thought no longer bothers me. This is an incredible experience to get to and know that we used our own mind to clean itself. DAY 21-24: Were the most powerful. I won't write here why, you'll have to do the work and see for yourself, but it was here that came deep understanding, healing and strength that would change me forever. DAY 25-63: Was a process of going through the 5 STEPS daily, and reconceptualizing the toxic every day until you build it into something else that's healthier.   I did cover in the 5 STEPS in our REVIEW of Dr. Leaf's Book[xii], but here they are again here: IMAGE CREDIT: Dr. Carolyn Leaf's 5 STEPS for Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess in her Neurocycle APP. STEP 1: Gather Awareness (of what's bothering you). We've all heard of the importance of knowing our emotions, or when we name what's bothering us, or when we name it, we can tame it[iv]. What about those worries that we name, and they don't go away? This is where I used the Neurocycle APP and this is something I will continue to use to clean up my own mental mess, cleaning up those bigger worries that I know are impacting my results. STEP 2: Reflect and Analyze: Answer, Ask and Discuss Some Questions to Find the Root Cause of Your Emotions or What's Bothering You. This is how we pull thoughts from our non-conscious mind to our conscious mind, where it becomes weaker. It's no longer suppressed but acknowledged. Use your mind to ask yourself questions, and it will be interesting to see what comes up. This process takes time, reflection and daily effort. Our emotions are unique signals to learn how to cope with challenges, but over time, negative ones will damage our brain with consistent worry.  We want to find our way to growing the positive emotions, and weakening the negative ones. Since I'm on my 4th time doing this process, I can say that the ROOT CAUSE of ALL my worries, are pretty much the same issue. This activity will increase your self-awareness. STEP 3: Write out what you discover from step 2. Begin to capture what's bothering you and see if you can come up with root causes, or why you think this worry is on your mind. Learn to write in pictures, add color, shapes. Learn how to write in a metacog formula[v] digging into your nonconscious mind, bringing what's buried in there, to your conscious mind for you to deal with it.  It's here you will create self-regulation strategies to turn your worries into something that no longer holds you back. STEP 4: Recheck and Edit What You Have Written Down. Re-read what you have written and see what comes up. Can you add more to your answer to help make more sense of it? Dig deeper, look for patterns, triggers and keep looking for the root cause of the problem. As you gain more understanding of what's bothering you, you are now what Dr. Leaf says is called “conceptualizing” the toxic thought into something you can manage.  STEP 5: Practice and Apply Through Active Reach. Look at what you have written and see if you can come up with an action statement to practice what you have learned from your introspection.  You will read out your daily Aha Moment 7x a day to remind yourself what you are re-shaping. This last step is something positive and motivating to remind you of your NEW awareness around this thought. The APP even has a reminder that will pop up on your phone to help you to consolidate this new thought into your mind in this process. It will make you smile when you are going about your busy day, long after you've done this work. It's here you'll notice a shift in energy about the problem. I started to see mine differently here looking at it from a distance. DIVE DEEPER INTO YOUR RESULTS The Neurocycle APP has this NEW feature that measures how well you are managing your mind. You can click on the RESULTS tab and see a score for your Autonomy, Awareness, Toxic Thoughts and Isolation, Toxic Stress, Barriers and Challenges, Empowerment and Life Satisfaction based on answering questions after each day of using the app. This score will help you to dive deeper into your mental health and see where there is room for improvement along the way. What's NEXT? Now that I know how to identify and change my own toxic thinking, I'd like to teach this process to my girls, so they can keep their minds free and clear of their mental mess. Dr. Leaf's book for kids comes out August 8th (next Tuesday) so reviewing her 5 STEPS will be helping for ANYONE who wants to apply these steps themselves and then help others to do the same. Before I review this episode with some additional strategies, I do have to say that going through these 5 steps isn't going to be easy. I'm in my 4th cycle of 63 days, and in the very beginning, when you are writing down something that make you uneasy (a toxic thought) it will make you FEEL uneasy. The work is real, and so are the emotions that you will be breaking down. I had to find strategies to help me to center myself, and get out of the fight/flight part of my anxious brain, to the rest and digest parasympathetic side. There's no way around a problem, Dr. Leaf says the only way is “through” and I'll have to agree.  When doing these 5 steps, find ways to incorporate self-care into your day. Be good to yourself. To make sure I was putting my mind in the BEST frame for doing this deep work, I looked at what other strategies we could use to help calm our mind as we are cleaning up our Mental Mess, and I found a list from Dr. Andrew Huberman's podcast. On Dr. Huberman's EPISODE on “Tools for Managing Stress and Anxiety[xiii]” he suggests: What Does Dr. Huberman Suggest? 1. BREATHING: Practice the physiological sigh[xiv] by consciously engaging in a double inhale followed by a long exhale to regulate heart rate and induce relaxation. Incorporate deliberate breathing techniques, such as longer and more vigorous exhales, to regulate heart rate and activate the parasympathetic nervous system. Dr. Leaf incorporates breathing into her Neurocycle steps, helping us to prime our brain for learning. I saw the importance of taking deep breaths when I interviewed Rohan Dixit and his Lief Therapeutics[xv] wearable HRV device. This device, that connected to my stomach with sensors, taught me to breathe and in turn, lower my HRV. 2. SUPPLEMENTS: Explore non-prescription compounds like melatonin, L-theanine, and ashwagandha for potential stress modulation. While I'm not anti-alcohol, I do have a new awareness of the damaging impact of this toxin on our brain, since Dr. Huberman's episode where he covers this in depth[xvi], I've been drinking HOP WTR[xvii] to help calm my nerves as an alternative to alcohol, especially when I need my mind clear and focused, or while learning new information. When life needs your full awareness, I highly suggest finding a healthy substitute that will help you to continue to build brain health in this process. I find this drink to be relaxing, and it does still relieve stress, probably as it contains Ashwagandha that's best known for its stress relieving properties. 3. PRIORITIZE SLEEP[xviii] AND MAINTAIN OPTIMAL HEART RATE VARIABILITY (HRV) for overall health. I've been working on this area for a long time now, (since 2019) and finally seeing improvements[xix].  It's a process, involving many factors (physical and mental health) and optimizing all areas of health come one step at a time. You can see from my WHOOP (wearable tracker) data that my sleep performance struggles to reach the 70% mark (the suggest number for sufficient sleep) unless I'm on vacation. This is mostly due to the fact that I prioritize early morning works outs, for the benefits I receive there, so sleep is always my work in progress.  Finding the balance we need with our physical and mental health is a process. We've covered improving HRV on a few episodes, and I've been watching this number like a hawk for the past year. This past month, I've finally seen a huge jump in HRV scores that I attribute mostly to the Qualia Senolytics[xx] supplement that I started to use after interview Dr. Greg Kelly from Neurohacker Collective, and drinking more Hop Wtr. In February of this year, my HRV was averaging around 65 ms, and now it's averaging 84 ms, a 30% increase since February which is a huge jump that could go even higher if only I could get consistent sleep at night. These are my experiences for improving sleep and HRV, and know there are many other suggested strategies that we'll keep our eye on and cover in the future. 4. BUILD RESILIENCE: Engage in activities that raise the stress threshold, such as cold showers or intense exercise, while learning to calm the mind. This is a new practice for me and does come in handy when you travel to a place with no hot water once you've mastered cold water immersion. To conclude and review this week's Brian Fact Friday, of a deeper dive into Dr. Carolyn Leaf's Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess Book and Neurocycle APP, I highly suggest that if you have something you want to work through, something that's on your mind bothering you, and distracting you from being your best self, read Dr. Leaf's How To Clean Up Your Mental Mess book, and grab her Neurocycle APP, even if it's just for a few months to go through one 63 day cycle. You can always quit the APP, and come back to it at a later date, like I did. Then fine tune your mindset and resilience practice with Dr. Huberman's tips for managing stress and anxiety. You don't have to do it all at once, and you can see from what I'm measuring that balancing our mental and physical health will always be a “work in progress”, especially cleaning up our mental mess, so we can be the best version of ourselves, inspiring others to do the same. Since stress, anxiety and depression are at an all-time high in the world today, and if we as parents, teachers and coaches can equip ourselves with evidence-based strategies that work, we will be building a stronger, more resilient future for our next generation. Neurohacker Collective just posted this week that “people with higher baseline vagal tone (from practices like breath work, cold exposure, exercise, meditation, taking probiotics, laughter, singing and relaxation exercises) have shown higher levels of subjective well-being, and positive emotions (better self-regulation and self-control).” With that, I'll close out this episode, and see you next week, with EPISODE 300 with a surprise guest, my Mom, who will join my husband, Majid Samadi, and I, to cover some mindset success strategies that she's used over the years, many that we have discussed on the podcast. See you next week! RESOURCES: Neurocycle APP https://www.neurocycle.app/ Andrea interviews Dr. Leaf https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/worldrenownedneuroscientistdr-caroline-leaf-oncleaningup-your-mentalmess5-simplescientifically-proven-stepsto-reduceanxiety-and-toxic-thinking/ Watch Dr. Leaf's 5 STEP PROCESS on her YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@DrCarolineLeaf All About Dr. Leaf's NEW Book for Children ages 3-10 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1lb2_zaibg PRE-ORDER her new book How to Help Your Child Clean Up Their Mental Mess by Dr. Caroline Leaf COMING AUG 8th, 2023  https://www.mentallyresilientkids.com/ The Vagus Nerve: What it is and how to stimulate it for increase stress resilience by Sara Adaes, Ph.D. October 22, 2022 https://neurohacker.com/the-vagus-nerve-what-it-is-and-how-to-stimulate-it-for-increased-stress-resilience?utm_source=social&utm_medium=insta&utm_campaign=quote_card_vagus_high_tone_positive_emotions REFERENCES: [i]Neuroscience Meets SEL Episode #268 “Prioritizing our mental and physical health, improving self-awareness and resilience” https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/brain-fact-friday-prioritizing-mental-health-in-2023-improving-self-awareness-and-resilience/   [ii] Neuroscience Meets SEL Episode #106 with Andrea Samadi "Review of Dr. Leaf's Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess Book and App" https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/book-and-app-review-of-neuroscientist-and-best-selling-author-dr-caroline-leafs-cleaning-up-your-mental-mess-coming-march-2-20201/    [iii] https://www.neurocycle.app/   [iv] https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/worldrenownedneuroscientistdr-caroline-leaf-oncleaningup-your-mentalmess5-simplescientifically-proven-stepsto-reduceanxiety-and-toxic-thinking/   [v] https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/grace-reynolds-on-mindfulness-neurocoaching-the-quickest-and-easiest-path-to-post-traumatic-growth/   [vi] https://www.mentallyresilientkids.com/   [vii]How to Help Your Child Clean Up Their Mental Mess: A Guide to Building Resilience and Managing Mental Health Dr. Carolyn Leaf Published August 8, 2023  https://www.amazon.com/Help-Child-Clean-Their-Mental/dp/0801093414   [viii] Neuroscience Meets SEL Episode #106 with Andrea Samadi "Review of Dr. Leaf's Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess Book and App" https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/book-and-app-review-of-neuroscientist-and-best-selling-author-dr-caroline-leafs-cleaning-up-your-mental-mess-coming-march-2-20201/    [ix] Dr. Caroline Leaf YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@DrCarolineLeaf   [x] Neuroscience Meets SEL Episode #106 with Andrea Samadi "Review of Dr. Leaf's Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess Book and App" https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/book-and-app-review-of-neuroscientist-and-best-selling-author-dr-caroline-leafs-cleaning-up-your-mental-mess-coming-march-2-20201/    [xi] Ed Mylett interviews Dr. Carolyn Leaf on her 5 Step Approach for Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess https://www.edmylett.com/podcast/dr-caroline-leaf-manage-your-mental-mess   [xii] Neuroscience Meets SEL Episode #106 with Andrea Samadi "Review of Dr. Leaf's Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess Book and App" https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/book-and-app-review-of-neuroscientist-and-best-selling-author-dr-caroline-leafs-cleaning-up-your-mental-mess-coming-march-2-20201/    [xiii] Dr. Andrew Huberman “Tools for Managing Stress and Anxiety” https://hubermanlab.com/tools-for-managing-stress-and-anxiety/   [xiv] Breathing Techniques to Reduce Stress and Anxiety by Dr. Andrew Huberman https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kSZKIupBUuc   [xv]Neuroscience Meets SEL EPISODE #248 with Rohan Dixit, Founder of Lief Therapeutics https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/rohan-dixit-founder-of-lief-therapeutics-on-measuring-hrv-in-real-time-for-stress-relief-from-the-inside-out/   [xvi] What Alcohol Does to Your Brain and Body by Dr. Andrew Huberman https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DkS1pkKpILY   [xvii] Hop Wtr https://hopwtr.com/?gad=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw2qKmBhCfARIsAFy8buIrjK0UDxciFCwMs-rG6l6qHJ2SyQrmnYnDS92vJeDgDZU8JNzZ6w8aAiacEALw_wcB   [xviii]Neuroscience Meets SEL Review of the Fisher Wallace Device (One Year Later). https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/update-one-year-later-on-my-personal-review-of-the-fisher-wallace-wearable-sleep-device-for-anxiety-depression-and-sleep-management/   [xix]Neuroscience Meets SEL Review of Heart Rate Variability https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/brain-fact-friday-review-of-heart-rate-variability-the-most-important-biomarker-for-tracking-health-recovery-and-resilience/   [xx]Neuroscience Meets SEL EPISODE #285 with Dr. Gregory Kelly from Neurohacker Collective on Qualia Senoltyics  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/dr-gregory-kelly-from-neurohacker-collective-on-how-to-beat-aging-and-stress-with-qualia-senolytics/  

We all face mental health challenges, and learning to navigate them is the difference between a super successful career and life or living a career and life of struggle. But the business world is not exactly the most welcoming place to talk about our mental well-being. One of the people leading the way to change that is our guest, Morra Aarons-Mele. Morra Aarons-Mele the author of The Anxious Achiever: Turning your biggest fears into your leadership superpower. She is also the host of the popular The Anxious Achiever podcast, and is on a mission to normalize anxiety and leadership. Morra says that anxiety is built into the very nature of leadership and can be harnessed into a force for good. So if you've ever experienced that feeling in your stomach that comes from being nervous, or if you've ever grappled with fear, you're going to thank yourself for listening to this conversation. You're listening to Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different. We are the real dialogue podcast for people with a different mind. So get your mind in a different place, and hey ho, let's go. Morra Aarons-Mele on talking about Mental Health The discussion opens up with the topic of mental health in the workplace. Christopher expresses his gratitude for a book on the subject and acknowledges the growing acceptance of talking about mental health. Morra then reflects on her interactions with others while doing so, noting that the value is in providing a sense of normalcy and acceptance. She hopes to assist people in incorporating mental health considerations into their lives and encourages them to consider how this affects their performance. She also emphasizes the value of humor and a human approach in dealing with mental health issues. The Shy Loud and the Introverted Extrovert The next part explores the experiences of Christopher and Morra as introverts and extroverts in social situations. Morra describes herself as an extreme extrovert who enjoys being in the spotlight, engaging with media, and giving speeches, but finds herself quite introverted when it comes to casual conversations and one-on-ones. She emphasizes that introverts can also enjoy public speaking and have a humorous side, challenging common stereotypes. Christopher, on the other hand, identifies as an extrovert but mentions being an "introverted extrovert." He explains that while he is comfortable speaking or participating in events, he tends to avoid social gatherings without a clear purpose or role. Christopher shares his preference for meaningful interactions rather than superficial networking. He mentions that online platforms like TED Talks have allowed him to avoid uncomfortable socializing while still sharing his ideas. Managing Mental Health is important Morra emphasizes that managing mental health does not weaken a person's ability to show up and be successful. She challenges the misconception that anxiety and depression make individuals weak and highlights that they are common human experiences and sometimes medical conditions. Morra draws attention to the fact that stories of overcoming adversity are celebrated because they demonstrate resilience and personal growth. She argues that mental health should be viewed in the same light, as individuals who confront and integrate their mental health challenges can become stronger and more effective leaders. Morra criticizes the tendency to deny or mask mental health issues, stating that it hinders our ability to be there for others. She ultimately suggests that managing and embracing mental health challenges can contribute to personal growth and leadership development. To hear more from Morra Aarons-Mele and how to thrive as an Anxious Achiever, download and listen tot this episode. Bio Morra Aarons-Mele Morra Aarons-Mele knows that taking your mental health seriously is a leadership strength. She hosts The Anxious Achiever podcast for LinkedIn Presents, which won the 2023 Media Award from Mental Health America,

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