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Joy Lab Podcast

Joy Lab Podcast

Hosted by: Henry Emmons, MD and Aimee Prasek, PhD

Joy Lab is a mental health podcast to help navigate depression, anxiety, burnout, and stress. It's hosted by two leaders in integrative mental health, Henry Emmons, MD (integrative psychiatrist) and Aimee Prasek, PhD...

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66. How Seeing The Goodness In Others Can Change How You See Yourself & The World (mental health listening p.5)

In this episode, we’re exploring our element of curiosity alongside the fourth aspect of deep listening which is “seeing the goodness in others.” And even though this aspect may sound subtle, the impact is profound....
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65. See Your Innocence: Releasing Self-Criticism & Giving Yourself the Compassion You Deserve (mental health listening p.4)

In this episode, we’re exploring our element of curiosity alongside the third aspect of deep listening which is “seeing the person’s innocence.” This can be a tough aspect considering what may be a more common...
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64. How to Direct Your Attention Where You Want It to Calm Anxious Thoughts (mental health listening p.3) [64]

We’re working on “Attention” in this episode, the second aspect of deep listening and also a skill that boosts our curiosity. So, how do attention, listening, curiosity, and mental health relate? Well, they're all...
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63. How to Be More Present, Tap Into Your Curiosity, & Build Mindfulness Skills (mental health listening p.2)

  In this episode, we're exploring our element of Curiosity and the power of presence. Present-moment attention fuels curiosity, allowing you to "see what is" with a more expansive perspective, "accept what is" with...
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62. Calming An Anxious Mind With Curiosity & the Power of Deep Listening (mental health listening p.1)

In this episode, we're exploring our element Curiosity. We'll talk about using curiosity to reduce anxiety and at the same time how more curious folks can swing toward anxiety. That all may seem like a paradox, but...
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61. Creating Deep Connections (introvert approved!)

In this episode, we're working on our element Hope... and resilience as well! We're still adventuring through The Roots of Resilience (laid out in one of Dr. Emmons book, The Chemistry of Calm). We're talking about...
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60. Cultivating a Good Heart for Mental Health

In this episode, we're working on our element Hope... and resilience as well! We're still adventuring through The Roots of Resilience (laid out in one of Dr. Emmons book, The Chemistry of Calm). We're talking about...
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59. Turning Toward the [uncomfortable] Feelings

In this episode, we're working on our element Hope... and resilience as well! We're still adventuring through The Roots of Resilience (laid out in one of Dr. Emmons book, The Chemistry of Calm). We're talking about...
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58. Calming the Mind & Building Resilience

As you may know, we're still adventuring through The Roots of Resilience (laid out in one of Dr. Emmons book, The Chemistry of Calm). In this episode, we're working on our fourth root, "Calming the Mind." We'll hit on...
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57. Resilience, Hope, & Mental Health (pessimist approved!)

In this episode, we're working on our element Hope... and resilience as well! As you may know, we're still adventuring through The Roots of Resilience (laid out in one of Dr. Emmons book, The Chemistry of Calm). We’re...
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56. Aligning with Nature and Bio-Rhythms to Boost Mood & Resilience

In this episode, we're working on our element of Resilience and exploring the third "Root of Resilience" known as aligning with nature. The Roots of Resilience were laid out in one of Dr. Emmons book, "The Chemistry...
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55. Energy Thieves & Managing Energy with Supplements, Diet, & Exercise

In this episode, we're working on our element of Resilience and exploring the second Root of Resilience known as managing energy. The Roots of Resilience were laid out in one of Dr. Emmons book, "The Chemistry of...
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