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78. Podcourse: Depression and Anxiety Coping Skills (introduction)
In this episode, we're introducing our podcourse! This course really covers the foundation of what Joy Lab and Natural Mental Health are built on. Expect to learn key coping skills for depression, anxiety, and chronic...
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77. A Bit About Joy Lab (recap and replay)
What the heck is Joy Lab? And what is joy? Good questions! We talked about these things a LONG time ago and thought it timely to share this episode again. This episode is a reminder of why we do what we do here at Joy...
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76. Five Lessons on Loving Well (replay!)
The theme of this episode is Love. Not the rom-com version of love, but the genuine deep connection that we all long for. And even though love is all around, it’s easy to close our hearts to love, in fear of becoming...
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75. You Belong and Are Connected (special meditation from Henry)
Are you feeling the weight of loneliness or disconnection and their impact on your mental health? Join in as Henry guides you through a powerful meditation that starts within – creating a blueprint for meaningful...
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74. Sometimes I Just Sits... (the power of solitude)
Are you ready to unlock the transformative magic of solitude? Join us in this episode as we dive deep into the surprising world of solitude and its incredible potential to rejuvenate your spirit and fuel your sense of...
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73. Lonely in crowded places (this isn't a country music song)
In this episode, we're diving into a crucial topic that affects so many of us: loneliness and isolation. We're here to guide you through the science, emotions, and strategies to break free from these barriers. You'll...
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72. What To Do When You’re Stuck In Blaming, Overanalyzing, Should-ing, & Separating Yourself
Do you find yourself frequently stuck blaiming yourself, overanalyzing your moves, getting stuck in what you "should" have said/done, and then separating yourself as either survival or punishment? Aimee Prasek, PhD,...
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71. A Guided Meditation to Uncover Your Creativity & Playful Nature [71]
Are you feeling like the playful YOU that once existed has fallen away? Or maybe you've watched other people move through their day with a fun spirit that you wish you could tap into? You're not alone. When adult-ing...
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70. The Role of Play in Depression, Anxiety, & Chronic Stress (encore)
Fun rarely gets attention when it comes to mental health. And that’s a huge oversight, because fun (or play) is a really powerful concept when it comes to good mental health. And, when we’re dealing with something...
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69. Calming A Busy Mind: How Silence Enlarges Your Life and Provides Real Stress Relief (mental health listening p.8)
In this episode, we’re exploring our seventh and final aspect of deep listening which is “silence.” Ironically, silence is a powerful practice to help open up more deep conversation. It's a surprising tool that can...
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68. Stuck In Your Thoughts? How Wonder Can Help You Get Unstuck & Break A Rumination Cycle (mental health listening p.7)
In this episode, we're exploring the sixth aspect of deep listening which is "wonder." As it relates to listening, this aspect helps us keep our curiosity and awe focused on the wellbeing of the person speaking. With...
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67. You Don’t Have to Be So Hard On Yourself: Allowing Space for Your Truths & Growth (mental health listening p.6)
In this episode, we’re exploring our element of awe alongside the fifth aspect of deep listening which is “allowing.” When it comes to listening, allowing reminds us that we can't be pressured into speaking our truth....
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