Modern medicine has reached heights once thought impossible. From helping repair brains, creating prosthetic limbs controlled by thought, and restoring movement after injury. These breakthroughs heal the body in incredible ways, but often miss one crucial unseen part of recovery.Before we begin, I encourage you to think about what healing means to you. Is it recovering from physical illness, weekly therapy sessions, a new environment, or something else entirely. We're often taught that healing comes in big ...

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And speaking of all the debates of all the ways that AI is set to give us a hand, what about using AI as your therapist. Well, today the American Psychology Association is out with this new advisory about using AI chatbots for therapy warning that they cannot substitute care from a qualified human professional. Even as there is this shortage of behavioral therapists nationwide and chatbots seem more than willing to dole out advice on mental health.Let's bring in Dr. . Dr. . Judy Ho, a clinical forensic neur ...

Okay, hands up if you've ever said yes to an invitation and then immediately pray for a snowstorm to cancel it so you wouldn't have to go. We've all heard the advice, set boundaries, say no more often. No to overcommitting to work that doesn't fit our lifestyle to the people pleasing that drains us.But there's one thing you can say no to that makes the biggest positive impact on your well-being. And yet most people are not saying no to this. It's the no that adds the most joy. The no that creates the deepes ...

Every mental health complication or diagnosis is increasing and I've worked with different scientists and done a lot of experimentation on myself having grown up with multiple depressive episodes every year to see if there are root causes that we can address. And so I'll just throw out a few things that have been very very helpful. First there's brain stimulation.When I did this I had months of no anxiety. Then there's something called Vegas nerve stimulation. and one of the most heavily cited scientists of ...

[Music] gun. That's the word that I heard as I pulled into the parking lot of Grand Junction High School on a sunny fall afternoon to pick up my daughter. A young man had just shot himself in the parking lot just as I pulled in to pick her up.Anguish. That's what I felt. Heartbroken for that young man who was reportedly adored by all involved in so many activities and for his parents, for his friends, for all of the students that were going through that and for my daughter who also struggled with despair an ...

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Storytelling & Content Creation - The speaker positions themselves as a storyteller, not necessarily the "best" or someone who has life figured out, but one who shares stories about people's mistakes, love lives, and lies [1][2] - The speaker emphasizes the power of rewriting one's own story, turning broken pieces into art, and changing the game [16][17] Personal Anecdote & Reflection - The speaker shares a childhood memory of sneaking ice cream, breaking a bowl, and the resulting scolding, which led to the belief that mistakes mean punishment [3][4][5][6][7][8] - The speaker reflects on how schools often punish mistakes and prioritize rote memorization over practical skills and emotional intelligence [8][9][10][11][12][13] Social Commentary & Critique - The speaker critiques the lack of comprehensive sex education, leading to reliance on pornography and potentially harmful behaviors [13][14][15] - The speaker highlights the pressure to hide emotions, traumas, and questions, and the tendency to seek advice from peers who may not be experts [9][10][13][14] Empowerment & Resilience - The speaker encourages listeners to define themselves by their choices, not their past or struggles, and to pursue success and fame [16][17]

As Eric Hoffer once wrote, "The search for happiness is one of the chief sources of unhappiness." I grew up chasing a version of happiness that everyone told me was the ideal version. I believed that checking all the right boxes would somehow make me feel fulfilled. But in reality, I felt more disconnected from myself.I'm not someone who has it all figured out. I'm simply someone living through the mess. This talk isn't about perfection, but about being honest and admitting happiness isn't a destination, bu ...

Core Argument - The presentation introduces the concept of JOMO (Joy of Missing Out) as a counterpoint to FOMO (Fear of Missing Out), advocating for embracing solitude and personal interests [3] - It suggests reframing the perception of alone time from unproductive to a valuable opportunity for self-discovery and mental well-being [3][4] Social Media & Mental Health - Social media can artificially amplify the positive aspects of others' lives, potentially diminishing self-perception and exacerbating feelings of FOMO [6] - FOMO exists on a spectrum, ranging from mild regret to severe anxiety and self-reproach for prioritizing personal time [7] - Clinical psychologist Amy Sullivan states that FOMO has a direct link to anxiety and can be seen through physical symptoms like headaches, body aches, and even heart tensions [6][12] Practical Application - The presentation encourages the audience to identify and revisit old hobbies or explore new interests during alone time [4][10] - It advises individuals to recognize and manage FOMO by understanding its triggers and prioritizing personal well-being [4][12] - The presentation concludes with an exercise prompting the audience to schedule intentional alone time for activities they enjoy [15]