So, you might have noticed I've been a little quiet this year. I haven't been creating many videos, sending emails to you all, or posting much on my social media. There are several big reasons for that.I explain it all in this video, but her

The Problem with the Modern Mental Health Conversation | PSYC 101 #28

Dec 13th, 2018 12m 44s

My life's mission is spreading awareness of mental health and resources for those struggling with mental illnesses, so you'd think I'd be super happy to see what's happening with people openly talking about their depression and anxiety. But I r

Want to Feel Better. Then Focus | PSYC 101 #27

Jun 23rd, 2018 13m 57s

If you really want to overcome your depression, anxiety, or other mental health challenges you're suffering from, then you have to focus on overcoming one symptom at a time. Just in general, a strong focus will only help you beat your mental il

#26: I Tried Everything and Nothing Worked with Jocelyn Zahn

May 31st, 2018 21m 59s

I sat down with Jocelyn today to discuss her unique perspective on her healing journey. She tried everything...and nothing worked. Until one day she tried one more thing. Now meet Jocelyn:Jocelyn Zahn is an online anti-diet Holistic Health Co

Surviving the Golden State Bridge with Kevin Hines | PSYC 101 #25

Mar 29th, 2018 43m 11s

Kevin Hines and I sat down to discuss his amazing journey from depression, anxiety, and psychosis to jumping off the Golden State Bridge to inspiring millions with his story.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/

Overcoming Eating Disorders with Zoe Klein | PSYC 101 Session #24

Feb 21st, 2018 17m 25s

Zoe Klein joins me today to talk about her experience suffering from an eating disorder and what you can do to understand and help someone overcome theirs.Now meet Zoe:Zoe is a clinician with a passion for working with children, adolescents,

From Calorie Counting to Counseling with Mallory Gothelf | PSYC 101 Session #23

Feb 9th, 2018 18m 29s

Mallory joins me today to discuss how she went from sitting in a group trying to overcome her anxiety and self-worth challenges to speaking to that exact same group just a little while later. Now meet Mallory:"Mallory Gothelf is a writer, spea

How You Can Be a Leader in Any Situation | PSYC 101 Session #22

Feb 1st, 2018 9m 8s

We all want to be a leader in one way or another. Well, here's how to actually do it.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/psyc101/support

A Fresh Way to Heal from Anxiety with Dennis Simsek | PSYC 101 Session #21

Jan 24th, 2018 24m 4s

One of the top podcasters in mental health, Dennis Simsek (aka, the Anxiety Guy) joins me to talk about different ways to look at healing from anxiety and mental illness.Dennis Simsek who also goes by the name the anxiety guy on his podcast an

7 REAL New Years Resolutions | PSYC 101 Session #20

Dec 31st, 2017 10m 8s

Come on. We all know that making huge New Year's Resolutions won't last. So how about instead we make small changes in our lives that can have a huge effect down the road.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/psy

Surround Yourself with Beauty | PYSC 101 Session #19

Dec 22nd, 2017 8m 6s

This is something I've been thinking about a lot recently. I've discovered that I'm at my best when I open my eyes to the beauty this world has to offer.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/psyc101/support

The Stigma is KILLING Us with Erez Shek | PSYC 101 Session #17

Dec 19th, 2017 26m 21s

Erez Shek was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder in 1999 and ever since has been on his own rocky journey to find the truest of acceptance that means living with a mental illness, not being one.After surviving a suicide attempt in September 2016,

How You Can Wake Up in a Good Mood | PSYC 101 Session #16

Dec 12th, 2017 8m 49s

We all want to be happy, especially when we first wake up. What if told you there's a way to do just that?--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/psyc101/support

It’s the 5th Anniversary of My Suicide Attempt

Dec 3rd, 2017 10m 51s

I was tearing up as I was editing this podcast. I had so much to live for, yet I couldn't see it. I'm so glad I'm here today, and I'm going to do everything I can to help anyone who is in the same place I was.--- Support this podcast: https

How to Help Your Friend with Panic Attacks | PSYC 101 Session #15

Nov 29th, 2017 11m 19s

If you know anybody with anxiety, this is a must listen. You can do so much for your friend, especially when they're experiencing panic attacks.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/psyc101/support

Here’s How to Deal with Your Obsessive Thoughts | PSYC 101 Session #14

Nov 16th, 2017 18m 54s

Nobody links being stuck in a viscious cycle of negative thoughts, so it's time we did something about it.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/psyc101/support

A FIRE Interview on What’s Your Story Radio Show with Kathy Bacon

Nov 5th, 2017 57m 19s

Kathy Bacon and I go LIVE on Facebook to discuss being unashamed, peer pressure, how to improve your self-worth, and so many other interesting topics!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/psyc101/support

The Power of an Accountability Partner | PSYC 101 Session #13

Oct 28th, 2017 6m 53s

I don't know about you, but sometimes I need to talk to someone about what I'm going through. And when that happens, I always turn first to my accountability partner.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/psyc101/

Dispelling the Myths of Schizophrenia from a Sibling’s Perspective with Shannon Jaccard | PSYC 101 Session #12

Oct 26th, 2017 15m 27s

Former CEO of NAMI San Diego and current Co-Founder of Ballast Health, Shannon Jaccard, joins me to discuss her journey to running the largest branch of NAMI in the nation. We talk about what Skitzophrenia really is, and how her new venture wil

Let’s Get Some Organization into Our Lives | PSYC 101 Session #11

Oct 22nd, 2017 9m 5s

There's a lot of stress out there, whether it be at school, work, or anywhere else. You have a lot of things to do, but they don't always get done. This can lead to more stress, which leads to less productivity, which leads to more stress. And

4 Steps to Relieving Anxiety with Erica Arvanitis | PSYC 101 Session #10

Oct 19th, 2017 29m 34s

Erica Arvanitis from Anxiety Erica joins me today to discuss anxiety, therapy, ANTs (Automatic Negative Thoughts), and what to do about them. Now meet Erica:A copywriter by day, Erica spends all her free time writing. Living in San Diego with

The Past Happened | PSYC 101 Session #9

Oct 14th, 2017 7m 55s

If you want to obsess about something, why not focus that on how you’re going to dominate the present and future? :)--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/psyc101/support

Stress: Let’s Talk about This | PSYC 101 Session #8

Oct 11th, 2017 16m 54s

Nobody likes stress. Nobody wants it. Then why is it that so few are actively reducing the stress in their life? Let's look at some common stressors and what to do about them.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show

An Almost Unknown Mental Illness with Millie French | PSYC 101 Session #7

Oct 5th, 2017 17m 1s

Millie joins me on the PSYC 101 podcast all the way from Australia to discuss her challenges with depression, anxiety, and decentralization/depersonalization (dc/dp). We talk about her struggles and dive deep into what it's like to experience d

Saturday Snapshot: What My Piano has to Teach Me About Life

Oct 2nd, 2017 5m 23s

I'm not an adventurous person. I like making and following plans. But my piano has something to teach me about that.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/psyc101/support