Name: When Dark Thoughts Win, This Plan Fights Back @TheIPSProject
Uploaded: 2026-09-21T08:17:00-05:00
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Description: When Dark Thoughts Win, This Plan Fights Back

When Dark Thoughts Win, This Plan Fights Back

Inner Path Seekers | Mental health support 2026-09-21 | When Dark Thoughts Win, This Plan Fights Back

One Body, Many Relationships. One Death, Many Losses #grief #griefsupport #shorts

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2025-09-28 | 💔 When one person dies, it’s never just one loss.

They were a spouse, a parent, a child, a sibling, a friend… and each of those relationships carries its own unique grief.

In this clip, palliative care expert Bridget Sumser shares a powerful reminder: even though we’re mourning the same person, the way we grieve can look and feel very different.

🎧 Listen to the full conversation on Inner Path Seekers — an episode about grief, loss, death, and dying. Topics we learn so little about, yet ones we’ll all eventually face.

What a Decade in Palliative Care Taught Me About Grief, Loss, and Living [Loss & Grief Ep 4]

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2025-09-16 | Show notes: theipsproject.com/2025/09/bridget-sumser-how-to-grieve-well

Grief and loss touch us all, yet they’re often the hardest to talk about. In this episode, I speak with Bridget Sumser, a licensed clinical social worker with over a decade in palliative and end-of-life care.

She has stood by the bedsides of hundreds of dying people, trains professionals in palliative principles, co-edited Palliative Care: A Guide for Health Social Workers (2019), and works with Mettle Health offering online support.

If you’ve lost someone or simply want to better understand grief, I truly hope this episode can bring you comfort, insight, and guidance.
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📚The IPS Academy📚

If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out ⁠The IPS Academy⁠, where we offer online courses taught by guests here on the podcast.

theipsproject.com/academy⁠.

Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course.

Again, check them out at ⁠theipsproject.com/academy⁠.
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Timestamps:

Intro 00:00 – 02:14
How to connect and show you care for someone who has lost a loved one 02:14 – 09:01
Breaking the taboo of talking about grief, loss, and death 09:01 – 13:30
Relief after losing someone 13:30 – 16:55
How to be there for someone who is grieving 16:55 – 24:15
The myths and misconceptions about grief and loss 24:15 – 28:40
Grief as an enriching experience 28:40 – 31:48
Progressive illnesses can lead to more connection, meaning, and awe 31:48 – 35:50
Learning from death by keeping it in view 35:50 – 42:25
How Bridget's view of death has changed over the last 10 years 42:25 – 45:08
What Bridget thinks happens after we die 45:08 – 48:25
Receiving signs and messages from those you’ve lost 48:25 – 50:00
Staying connected with the person you’ve lost 50:00 – 52:15
What many forget about the person who died: they had different roles for different people 52:15 – 55:58
The IPS Academy 55:58 – 57:55
The five stages of grief: are they helpful? 57:55 – 1:03:55
Can you grieve ‘wrong’? 1:03:55 – 1:03:28
Distraction is underrated while grieving 1:03:28 – 1:08:55
If you are seeking answers about death, grief, loss, and dying 1:08:55 – 1:12:27
Outro 1:12:27 – 1:14:13
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#grief #mentalhealth #griefsupport

How Do You Keep Going After Losing Your Child? #grief #griefsupport #shorts

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2025-08-30 | How do you keep living after experiencing the 💔 unbreakable pain of losing someone, such as your child? In this deeply moving conversation, Phil Cohen (@GriefGuy) shares the raw truth of losing his 14-year-old son, Perry.

This conversation is not just about loss, but about courage, ❤️ love, and the painful yet transformative path of grief.

Through tears, pain, and love, Phil found that healing comes not from running away, but from walking straight into the grief.
If you are grieving, I hope this conversation with Phil—and the others we have had in this series on loss and grief—can provide support, insight, and guidance on your grieving journey.

🔗 Listen to the full conversation: youtu.be/qkgEbEkfKnU?si=t9zrx_iwunKWhFuO

The Day I Realized My Son Was Gone #grief #loss #shorts

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2025-08-24 | We rarely talk about grief. We aren’t taught how to navigate it. And yet, grief touches every one of us. 💔

In this short clip from the full conversation on Inner Path Seekers, Phil Cohen — @GriefGuy — shares the devastating moment he realized his son Perry wasn’t coming home.

This episode is part of our ongoing series on grief and loss, giving voice to stories on this subject, and creating a space to talk about grief and learn from those who have gone through it — and how they eventually, despite the deep pain, managed to integrate this experience into their life. 🌿

🎧 If you want to listen to the full conversation with Phil Cohen, and learn all that he has discovered from losing his son, check out the full conversation by simply searching Inner Path Seekers on your favorite podcast app or on YouTube.

I Lost My Son. How to Navigate the Depths of Grief with Phil Cohen [Loss & Grief Ep 3]

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2025-08-20 | Show notes can be found here: theipsproject.com/2025/08/phil-cohen

Phil Cohen lost his 14-year-old son, Perry, at sea in 2015. What followed was a journey through grief that transformed his life. It’s not a journey Phil ever wished for. Nor is it for anyone when they lose someone dear to them.

In this conversation, Phil Cohen, also known as The Grief Guy, shares his profound journey of loss and how he navigated the depths of grief—so that you may hopefully find insights, takeaways, and, most of all, support if you are going through your own grieving process.

Today, Phil helps others who have lost someone through his workshops, which you can learn more about at philcohen.com.

I sincerely hope this episode, along with the others we have done and will do in this series on grief and loss, provides some light—a beacon of hope—through the darkness you may be walking.
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📚The IPS Academy📚

If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out ⁠The IPS Academy⁠, where we offer online courses taught by guests here on the podcast.

Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to ⁠theipsproject.com/academy⁠.

Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at ⁠theipsproject.com/academy⁠.
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Timestamps:

Coming soon
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#grief #mentalhealth #griefsupport

My Dad Died When I Was 9, My Mom When I Was 11 | Frank Watkinson [Loss & Grief Ep 2]

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2025-07-25 | In this series episode on loss and grief, I sit down with @Virtualgranddad, also known as Virtual Grandad. A YouTube musician with over 1 million subscribers, Frank, who is quite the rockstar, talks to us about his experiences with loss and grief.

Frank lost his dad when he was 9 years old, and just a few years later, at 11, he lost his mom as well. Thus, he became a foster child.

We don’t talk much about loss and grief in Western society, and there isn’t much space for these conversations. Often, we’re expected to ‘move on’ as quickly as possible. Yet, it’s only when you lose someone dear that you realize it’s not such a simple task.

Hopefully, this episode—and the others we’ve done—can provide a space, a moment where you can feel that there is no rush and no judgment, that you can allow feelings like grief to be there if you’ve recently lost someone, or even if it’s been years.

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📚The IPS Academy📚

If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at Inner Path Seekers, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests who appeared on the podcast.

Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind & body, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to theipsproject.com/academy.

Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course.

Again, check them out at theipsproject.com/academy.
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#griefsupport #grief #griefjourney

For Anyone Grieving Right Now #griefsupport #grief #loss

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2025-07-14 | In this series of episodes on the Inner Path Seekers ✨ podcast, we open up a conversation about loss and grief 💔—a topic often whispered about but rarely given the space it deserves.

We take the time to do just that by speaking with psychologists 🧠 and health experts 🩺 who specialize in grief, as well as with people who have experienced the deep pain of losing someone they love 🤍, like our guest in this episode, Laura Maliszewska, who lost her mom, Sylwia, to cancer at the age of 24.

If you'd like to watch the full conversation, you can do so here: youtu.be/Z-o6qySJyF0?si=fg5OeAeOl55Y-5Yp

#mentalhealth

How I Dealt with Losing My Mom at a Young Age | Laura Maliszewska [Loss & Grief Ep 1]

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2025-06-29 | In this series of Inner Path Seekers, we open up a conversation about loss and grief—a topic often whispered about but rarely given the space it deserves.

We take the time to do just that by speaking with psychologists and health experts who specialize in grief, as well as with people who have experienced the deep pain of losing someone they love, like our guest in this episode, @LauraMaliszewska.

Laura shares her deeply personal journey of losing her mother, Sylwia, to pleural cancer six years ago, just as Laura was turning 24.

She speaks openly about witnessing her mother’s seven-year battle with cancer and tells the story of Sylwia—a physical education teacher who became a beacon of strength for everyone around her, continuing to run marathons and lift weights even as she faced her illness.

This episode explores the raw, often messy complexities of grief, reminding us that it is not a straight path, and it’s okay to have ups and downs along the way.

But it’s also a path we don’t have to walk alone. We hope that these conversations on grief and loss offer you comfort, answers, and a sense of support if you are moving through a season of loss yourself—and that this first episode with Laura might help you feel a little less alone.
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📚The IPS Academy📚

If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast.

Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to theipsproject.com/academy.

Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course.

Again, check them out at theipsproject.com/academy.
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#loss #grief #mentalhealth

I Nearly Gave Up on Life — How to Overcome Severe Depression [Depression Ep 6]

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2025-06-08 | Show notes for this episode can be found here: ⁠theipsproject.com/2025/06/coping-with-teen-depression/⁠
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In this video/episode, I'm opening up about something deeply personal I've never fully shared before: my journey through depression during my teenage years.

From ages 12 to 18, my life often felt like a blur—a confusing and lonely time marked by self-isolation, self-harm, and a constant need to escape reality.
Over the last 14 years, I've had a lot of time to think about that period in my life and about why I ended up with such severe depression.

Combined with my studies in psychology (I'm currently studying to become a clinical psychologist), I’ve started to see more and more of the puzzle pieces—the ingredients—that led to this dish called depression.

My goal here isn’t just to tell my story, but to shed light on the common “ingredients” that often contribute to depression.

Through my psychology studies, I’ve seen these patterns show up repeatedly, and if you’re struggling with depression, you might recognize them in your own life too.

Of course, I’m also sharing what finally helped me get out of that depression. I could have shared countless things, but looking back, there were only three that truly had a significant impact on me.

And I believe they can have an impact on you as well—not only because they changed my life so deeply, but also because I’ve seen them come up again and again in my psychology training.
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Timestamps:

Introduction & Personal Struggle with Depression 0:00:00
What is Depression? (Biopsychosocial Model) 0:01:24
Ingredients That May Lead to Depression 0:03:26
Ingredient 1: Loss of Possibilities 0:04:23
Ingredient 2: Social Instability 0:05:01
Ingredient 3: Negative Self-Talk 0:06:03
Ingredient 4: Feeling Imprisoned 0:07:52
Ingredient 5: Destructive Coping Strategies 0:09:00
Ingredient 6: Poor Sleep 00:10:27
How to Get out of Your Depression 11:50
What Helped: Having a "Light Source" 0:12:43
What Helped: Changing the Environment 0:14:44
What Helped: Changing Thoughts 0:18:33
Recommended Resource: Dr. David Burns 0:19:31
The Cognitive Triangle 0:21:33
What Helped: Talking to Others 0:24:07
What Helped: Exposing Your Worldview 0:26:09
What Helped: Self-Care 0:29:03
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#depression #mentalhealth #psychology

4 Tools for When You Are Depressed #mentalhealth #shorts #depression

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2025-05-22 | In this short clip from our Inner Path Seekers episode on depression, Joe Tudor, founder of Reconnect, shares the four key categories of tools that helped him find his way through the darkness:

🧠 Understanding Tools – Therapy, reading, and journaling to make sense of your inner world
💓 Feeling Tools – Somatic practices like breathwork, yoga, and meditation to reconnect with your body
🏋️ Foundation Tools – Sleep, movement, and nutrition to support overall wellbeing
🤝 Connection Tools – Building meaningful relationships and community

We often try to think our way out of depression—leaning heavily on insight and analysis. But as Joe learned, the rational brain can’t always calm the emotional brain. Real healing requires feeling, not just understanding.

✨ Want more? In the full interview, Joe shares his personal journey with depression and the practical tools that helped him find hope again. youtu.be/dZ4qzcZQAmc?si=cxIK8BQBSOG9WUUM

Nature: The Most Underrated Treatment #shorts #science #mentalhealth

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2025-04-25 | If you’d like to listen to the full interview with Dr. Melissa Lem and learn more about nature and its benefits, check it out here: youtu.be/F7FtdXiNffk?si=fBr98tRA4UUrmR_D

Extensive meta-analyses reveal that spending time in nature offers powerful, evidence-based benefits across a wide range of health conditions 🌍. From high blood pressure and cholesterol issues to pregnancy outcomes, cancer care, anxiety, and depression—nature consistently supports better health outcomes.

In fact, nature could be prescribed as a form of treatment for almost anyone.

This Doctor Prescribes Nature—Here’s Why It Works #shorts #nature

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2025-04-21 | Want to dive deeper? Check out the full interview with Dr. Lem to learn more about the powerful benefits of nature here: youtu.be/F7FtdXiNffk?si=Cn-hRYv8-SO9jBxd

Spring and summer are here — the perfect time to get outside and soak up the season. 🌞🌿

To inspire you, here’s a short clip from our interview with Dr. Melissa Lem, a physician who literally prescribes nature to her patients, exploring why nature is so good for us.

There are two psychological theories explaining nature's benefits:

🌿 Attention Restoration Theory suggests nature helps our brains recover from the constant overload of city life — traffic, screens, and noise 🚦📱. Nature offers calm, gentle stimulation that restores focus and eases mental fatigue.

🌿 Stress Reduction Theory shows that nature lowers cortisol (your stress hormone), relaxes the body, and boosts your immune system. Even the scent of pine trees or microbes in the soil can help. 🌲🌱

Nature isn’t just a break — it’s medicine. 🍃

I Hid My Depression for 4 Years — Until I Broke #mentalhealth #kintsugi

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2025-04-12 | 💬 “I couldn’t open up at first… because I wanted to appear strong.”

In this personal and moving reflection, Elaine (@Drakoadventure) shares a piece of insight from her 4-year journey through depression — from hiding her pain to discovering the courage to be vulnerable. Inspired by Kintsugi, the Japanese art of mending broken pottery with gold, she reminds us that our cracks aren’t flaws to conceal, but marks of resilience to honor.

💛 “You don’t have to be perfect. There’s beauty in the brokenness — when you repair it.”

If you’d like to watch the full conversation with Elaine — and hear how she navigated her 4-year journey through depression and what she learned along the way — you can do so here: youtu.be/4-BWPk4Ad0g?si=9jkzLuduQIqZbfPh
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#mentalhealth #depression #kintsugi

I Had Everything. And I Still Had Depression. #psychology #mentalhealth #shorts

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2025-04-09 | “I had everything… but I still felt ashamed to admit I was struggling.”

In this powerful and vulnerable moment, Angelica Galluzzo opens up about her journey with depression—even when everything looked “perfect” on the outside.

She shares a raw reflection on how shame held her back, and the 3 steps that helped her begin to heal: Acknowledgment. Acceptance. Allowance.
If you’re feeling embarrassed or alone in your mental health struggles, this clip is for you.

If you’d like to listen to the full conversation about depression with Angelica, you can do so here: youtu.be/m8Im_HGaqxQ?si=NPHS2kzsAZIbg5NT

Depression Is Not Caused by a Lack of Serotonin #psychology #mentalhealth #shorts

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2025-04-07 | If you’d like to watch the full interview with Dr. Burns you can do so here: youtu.be/ZpkNjTjsCys

For decades, we were told depression was caused by a "chemical imbalance"—specifically, low serotonin 🧠. But what if that theory was never actually true? 🤔

📽️ In this striking clip, Dr. David Burns—a renowned psychiatrist—discusses a landmark 1975 study on depressed veterans. This study tested the serotonin theory head-on using massive doses of L-tryptophan, a precursor to serotonin.

The result?

🚫 No antidepressant effect.
🚫 No improvement.
🚫 No difference.

This study was ignored for 25 years.

Dr. Burns, known for his groundbreaking book Feeling Good, has long challenged mainstream psychiatric models, advocating instead for non-drug approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy—tools that empower individuals to transform their thinking 💬💡.

Stanford Psychiatrist Reveals the Truth About Depression #psychology #depression #shorts

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2025-04-03 | 🧠 Stanford psychiatrist Dr. David Burns explains the hidden cause of depression—and it’s not what most people think. It’s not just life events that make you feel hopeless, but the way you think about them.

💭 Negative thoughts like "I'm not good enough" or "Things will never change" fuel depression and anxiety. This idea dates back 1700 years to Stoic philosopher Epictetus: We are not disturbed by events, but by our perception of them.

💡 Understanding this could be the first step to real change.

If you want to learn more about depression and what really works to cure your depression, have a look at the full interview with Dr. David Burns: youtu.be/ZpkNjTjsCys?si=ATwENSY7zCAUbL9h

#psychology #mentalhealth

1,248 People Shared What Led to Their Depression #mentalhealth #psychology #shorts

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2025-04-01 | 🔍 What really causes depression? A UK survey by Reconnect, founded by Joe Tudor, gathered responses from 1,248 people and revealed that 92.5% of them traced their depression back to natural life events—not a chemical imbalance, but experiences like:

🧸 Childhood trauma
💔 Grief & loss
💼 Work stress
🏠 Family struggles
💑 Breakups & divorce

Yet, society often labels them as if something is inherently wrong with them. A very eye-opening insight.

🔗 Watch the full episode here: youtu.be/dZ4qzcZQAmc?si=UbLcTVYk6QrNSnyg

“You Have a Chemical Imbalance,” the Doctor Told Joe Tudor [Depression Ep 5]

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2025-03-31 | Joe Tudor, the founder of ⁠Reconnect⁠—a platform that provides tools and organizes events that help people deal with their mental health and connect with others going through similar experiences—once faced depression and struggled with his own mental health. This experience inspired him to start Reconnect.

In this episode, Joe shares his story and what his journey through depression looked like. While this episode won’t magically cure you if you’re currently facing depression, hearing the stories of others—how they navigated it and found their way through—can provide hope, help you feel less alone, and possibly guide you toward taking a step forward.

At least, that is my sincere hope—and I can only assume Joe shares that hope—that this conversation might be meaningful for you.

Show notes for this episode can be found here: theipsproject.com/2025/03/joe-tudor
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📚The IPS Academy📚

If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out ⁠The IPS Academy⁠, where we offer online courses taught by guests here on the podcast.

Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to ⁠theipsproject.com/academy⁠.

Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at ⁠theipsproject.com/academy⁠.
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Timestamps:

How Joe got diagnosed with depression 00:00 - 01:50
How Joe felt hearing he had depression 01:50 - 06:16
The chemical imbalance theory of depression isn’t well proven 06:16 - 09:25
Exploring the healthcare system and its limitations 09:25 - 13:15
Insights from 1000 people about what caused their depression 13:15 - 17:26
Shame and its effects on seeking help 17:26 - 25:54
The Importance of Open Conversations about Emotions 25:54 - 27:35
Four different categories of mental health tools 27:35 - 33:21
The importance of focusing more on connecting with your body 33:21 - 35:05
Why Joe started Reconnect 35:05 - 38:24
Depression can be a gift 38:24 - 43:50
The short-term and long-term vision of Reconnect 43:50 - 48:38
What a lot of people don’t understand about depression, according to Joe 48:38 - 53:27
Reframing the story you are telling yourself 53:27 - 55:38
Final words 55:38 - 56:51
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#depression #mentalhealth #psychology

Antidepressants Don’t Work: How to Cure Your Depression | Dr. David Burns [Depression Ep 4]

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2025-03-22 | In this episode, Dr. David Burns, a Stanford psychiatrist and a true legend in the world of psychology, joins us on the Inner Path Seekers podcast to talk about depression and how to truly cure it. Dr. Burns has been at the forefront of pushing the mental health space forward.

You'll learn more about what really causes depression, why the chemical imbalance theory is flawed, and how antidepressants are no more effective than a placebo. You'll also discover various tools, techniques, and insights to help yourself if you're struggling with depression or to support someone you know who is struggling with depression.

Show notes can be found here: theipsproject.com/2025/03/treat-depression-without-meds-dr-david-burns
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📚The IPS Academy📚

If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out ⁠The IPS Academy⁠, where we offer online courses taught by guests here on the podcast.

Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to ⁠theipsproject.com/academy⁠.

Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at ⁠theipsproject.com/academy⁠.
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Timestamps

Intro (00:00 – 02:01)
What exactly is depression, and what is healthy sadness? (02:01 – 05:27)
Debunking the myth that depression is caused by a chemical imbalance (05:27 – 11:30)
Why antidepressants such as SSRIs are no more effective than a placebo (11:30 – 13:37)
Why antidepressants are still being prescribed (13:37 – 17:45)
The IPS Academy (17:45 – 19:11)
How the placebo effect works and improves mood (19:11 – 23:55)
Real tools and techniques to help with depression (23:55 – 30:47)
Learning to see the value behind 'negative' thoughts and feelings (30:47 – 41:18)
What is T.E.A.M. therapy? (42:12 – 50:14)
Why talk therapy without structure is often ineffective (50:14 – 52:09)
How to help someone dealing with depression (52:09 – 59:26)
Dr. Burns' Tuesday groups at Stanford University (59:26 – 1:00:32)
The Burns Depression Checklist (1:00:32 – 1:03:52)
Final advice about depression from Dr. Burns (1:03:52 – 1:10:14)
Outro (1:10:14 – 1:11:55)
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#depression #mentalhealth #psychology

How I Learned to Live with Depression: Angelica Galluzzos Journey [Depression Ep 3]

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2025-03-10 | In this conversation, Angelica Galluzzo, a mental health advocate, shares her personal journey with depression—discussing its ongoing impact on her life, the path to diagnosis, and the coping mechanisms she has developed over the years.

If, after listening to the conversation, you’d like to spend more time with Angelica and learn from her insights, be sure to check out her mental health podcast, The Revolutionized Mind, and her TEDx talk, Learning to Live with Clinical Depression.

Resources:

- Learning to Live with Clinical Depression | Angelica Galluzzo | TEDxWesternU (Angelica shares how living with depression has impacted her life. Angelica Galluzzo is a mental health advocate, largely motivated by her own struggles with mental illness. After battling depression and suicidal ideation for many years, she became passionate about making an impact, using her voice to create positive change, and normalizing the struggles that many of us go through.) youtu.be/Izy1TgMe-tI?si=j8EfOLJ6ILa7wCCX

- The Revolutionized Mind (A mental health advocate who wants to positively impact the lives of others and restructure the way that we think to ensure that we are living the best, happiest, successful lives possible. Through inspiring stories and fascinating interviews, I hope to use real conversations to show you that you aren't alone and can find a positive in every situation.) creators.spotify.com/pod/show/therevolutionizedmind
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The IPS Academy📚

If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast.

Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to theipsproject.com/academy.

Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course.

Again, check them out at theipsproject.com/academy.
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#mentalhealth #psychology #depression

How I Overcame My 4-Year Battle with Depression | Elaine D. [Depression Ep 2]

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2025-02-26 | In this deeply personal episode, Elaine shares her journey through four years of struggling with depression, shedding light on the often invisible challenges of preserving one’s mental health. She opens up about the emotional battles she faced, the misconceptions surrounding depression, and the resilience she built through adversity.

Living with depression can strip life of its color. It is painful, can feel hopeless, and often leads to deep loneliness. While hearing the stories of others who have faced depression may not magically fix what you’re going through, it can offer reassurance that you are not alone. More importantly, it may provide a sense of understanding and hope.

🔗 Follow Elaine’s adventures on Drako Adventure: youtube.com/@Drakoadventure

Resources mentioned in this episode:

- Carl Jung (Carl Jung was a Swiss psychiatrist and psychoanalyst who founded analytical psychology. He introduced concepts like the collective unconscious, archetypes, individuation, and synchronicity, deeply influencing psychology, philosophy, and spirituality.)
- Ho’oponopono (Ho‘oponopono is a traditional Hawaiian practice of reconciliation and forgiveness centered on healing relationships through repentance, gratitude, and love, often using the mantra: “I'm sorry; please forgive me. Thank you. I love you.”)
- Kintsugi (Kintsugi is the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery using lacquer mixed with gold, silver, or platinum, embracing flaws and imperfections as part of an object's history and beauty.)
- Think and Grow Rich (Think and Grow Rich is a personal development and self-help book by Napoleon Hill, outlining 13 principles for success based on mindset, desire, faith, and persistence, emphasizing the power of thoughts in achieving wealth and personal achievement.)
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#depression #mentalhealth #psychology

How I Got out of My Depression | Jonathan Schoenmaker [Depression Ep 1]

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2025-02-11 | Depression is a significant global health concern. It's a common mental health issue that many people experience in their lifetime. However, like many mental health topics, it still carries a stigma, and for many, it's a challenge to talk openly about it.

At Inner Path Seekers, we want to dedicate some videos to the topic of depression, inviting several people who have struggled with it and overcome it to share their experiences. We hope their stories will provide valuable insights to anyone—possibly you—who is struggling with depression.

In this video, Jonathan Schoenmaker, who delivered a TEDx Talk in 2019 titled "How I Overcame Depression by Just Sitting Around," shares how he managed to overcome depression.
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#depression #mentalhealth #psychology

HALT, FEAR, RAIN, COPE: Tools to Manage Your Mental Health

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2025-02-08 | In this video, you'll learn new tools for your mental health toolbox—four simple yet powerful acronyms to help you navigate life's challenges and be there for yourself in difficult situations.

You can also make this tool more practical by writing the acronyms on a cue card (a small card that fits in your wallet), allowing you to carry it with you wherever you go and easily reference it when needed.

📦Resources📦

Cue card: amzn.to/3CwDzPv

🕣Timestamps🕣

Beginning 00:00 - 00:22

HALT 00:22 - 02:00

Before making a decision, first check if you are Hungry, Angry, Lonely, or Tired. If so, address these common stressors first, then make your decision.

RAIN 02:00 - 03:47

- Recognize: Acknowledge the emotion you’re experiencing.
- Allow: Let the emotion exist without judgment or resistance.
- Investigate: Explore the emotion with curiosity—where do you feel it in your body? What’s it trying to tell you?
- Nurture: Offer yourself compassion and kindness as you process it.

FEAR 03:47 - 05:08

False Evidence Appearing Real.

COPE 05:08 - 06:56

C → Challenge
O → Options
P → Plan
E → Evaluate

End 06:56 - 07:26
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#mentalhealth #psychology #personalgrowth

Useful, Not True | Derek Sivers #podcast #shorts

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2025-01-16 | If you'd like to listen to the full interview with Derek Sivers, you can do so here: youtube.com/watch?v=XfioP1QI64k&list=PLj5H5tFQ6LbM9mjOlfrSOkhmr7XHFsJfJ&index

Derek Sivers is an entrepreneur, writer, and former full-time musician who founded CD Baby in 1997, revolutionizing independent music distribution. He sold the company in 2008 for $22 million and donated the proceeds to education for musicians.

He has authored five books, including How to Live, Anything You Want, and his latest, Useful Not True—all of which are outstanding reads.

Same Results? Here’s Why! #thrivinglessons

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2025-01-10 | Discover all the lessons in the full video here: youtu.be/UL9-vsund9s?si=YAxxQb4LBB5HBdJu.

Are you feeling stuck in life? Whether it’s in your relationships, career, health, personal growth, or even hobbies, it’s all too common to feel like you’re running into the same walls again and again. But why does this happen? Often, it’s because we unknowingly fall into patterns, using the same strategies and approaches over and over, hoping for a different outcome.

#mentalhealth #shorts #lifelessons #wisdom

Why You Keep Failing at That One Thing You Want to See Changed

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2025-01-08 | Are you feeling stuck in life? Whether it’s in your relationships, career, health, personal growth, or even hobbies, it’s all too common to feel like you’re running into the same walls again and again. Maybe you find yourself in toxic relationships, stuck in the same unfulfilling job, struggling with recurring health challenges, or feeling like your personal growth has stalled. The frustration grows as, no matter how hard you try, the results never seem to change.

But why does this happen? In this video, we dive into why life tends to stay the same and introduce a simple yet powerful technique to break free from this cycle.
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Timestamps:

Why you keep getting the same results 00:00 - 00:39
Our worldview creates the rules we use to navigate through life 00:39 - 02:17
When to change strategies 02:17 - 03:09
Life is about experimentation 03:09 - 03:55
Summarization of the steps 03:55 - 05:18
End 05:18 - 5:55
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#lifeslessons #mentalhealth

You Have Three Options in Life #lifelessons

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2024-12-18 | There are three paths in life: staying still, taking the destructive route, or choosing growth.
Do you know which path you take most often?

Learn more about these paths and an additional tool—the cognitive triangle. Discover how these insights can help you choose the path of growth more often by watching the full video: youtu.be/E6EzrtC0Ssk?si=RpnGmJRFwuIJ6WuX

Easy Choices, Hard Life. Hard Choices, Easy Life: How to Grow as a Person

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2024-12-15 | Life is full of moments when we stand at a crossroads, faced with three options:

1. Stay Still: Avoid the decision, remain in your comfort zone, and risk stagnation.
2. Take the Destructive Route: Fall back on unhealthy habits or coping mechanisms.
3. Choose Growth: Take the hard but rewarding path of self-improvement and personal growth.

While standing still might feel safe and destructive habits may seem familiar, both ultimately lead to a difficult and unhappy life. Growth, on the other hand, is the harder choice—it means confronting fears, stepping into the unknown, and taking responsibility for the situation we are in. Without a doubt, it is the hard path. However, it will ultimately lead to a much easier, more meaningful, and happier life.

In this video/episode, learn more about these paths, as well as an additional tool—the cognitive triangle—and how these two tools can help you choose the path of growth more frequently.
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Timestamps

The Three Options 00:00 - 02:00
Personal Examples (Suicidal Thoughts and Sudden Cardiac Arrest) 02:00 - 05:00
Easy Choices, Hard Life | Hard Choices, Easy Life 05:00 - 07:26
The Cognitive Triangle 07:26 - 11:10
Final Words 11:10 - 12:05
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#mentalhealth #psychology #personalgrowth

Why Comparison Won’t Heal You #psychology

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2024-11-27 | Learn more about how to deal with pain and suffering in the full video: youtube.com/watch?v=F-72wHY-xho&list=PLj5H5tFQ6LbMKP0TJiUjbDksV4wVclcFR&index.

Comparing yourself to others can be useful if it leads to a healthy perspective. However, more often than not, it can cause you to dismiss your own problems, pain, and hurt by thinking that someone else has it worse than you.

This isn't helpful, as it prevents you from recognizing and acknowledging your own pain. If you don't take your own struggles seriously, you won't be able to support yourself effectively.

#mentalhealth #shorts #psychology

Life Hurts: Why Bother Going On? #motivation

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2024-11-20 | Learn more about how to deal with pain and suffering in the full video: youtube.com/watch?v=F-72wHY-xho&list=PLj5H5tFQ6LbMKP0TJiUjbDksV4wVclcFR&index

One thing we all have in common is that, through the journey of life, we will inevitably experience pain and suffering in some form. You might ask yourself: Why go on when life is full of pain and suffering?

The answer lies in recognizing that pain and suffering can also be opportunities for personal growth and a deeper sense of connection with others.

By reframing the story, pain can become more than mere unpleasantness—it can lead to transformation.

#psychology #mentalhealth #love #life #lifelessons

This Too Shall Pass #shorts

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2024-11-19 | Whatever pain or hell you are going through, remember: this too shall pass. Will this apply to everyone’s situation? For many, it will—even if you don’t believe it now.

Watch the full video to learn more about dealing with pain and suffering here:youtube.com/watch?v=F-72wHY-xho&list=PLj5H5tFQ6LbMKP0TJiUjbDksV4wVclcFR&index

#quote #quotes #psychology #lmentalhealth

Why Pain Connects Us All #vulnerability

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2024-11-19 | Watch the full video here: youtube.com/watch?v=F-72wHY-xho&list=PLj5H5tFQ6LbMKP0TJiUjbDksV4wVclcFR&index.

Despite our differences in ethnicity, gender, age, and other factors, we all share the experience of life, which often involves pain and suffering. Behind anyone's eyes, there is a battle being fought that you know nothing about. Everyone has experienced pain and suffering in life or is currently experiencing it.

In a way, there is something beautiful and touching about this shared experience. There is nothing quite like pain and suffering to connect and bring us together as human beings. The only barrier to experiencing that connection is our vulnerability...

#healing #lifelessons #pain #depression #psychology #vulnerability #mentalhealth #shorts

8 Ways to Handle Pain and Suffering | Insights That Changed My Life

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2024-11-17 | In this video, I open up about the challenges I've faced in life: dealing with grief and loss after losing my dad at a young age, living with heart disease, enduring years of mental health struggles and depressive thoughts, surviving sudden cardiac arrest, and battling chronic health issues today. By sharing my journey of coping with pain and suffering, I hope to offer insights and strategies that may resonate with those navigating their own life challenges.

My goal is for this video to introduce new ways of dealing with suffering and pain or serve as a reminder of strategies that might help lighten your burden—even if just a little.
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Resources Mentioned:

Books:

- Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl (amzn.to/3YLi98c)
- When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi (amzn.to/3YVTkql)

Episode’s:

- youtube.com/watch?v=wW5PIqnc2II&list=PLj5H5tFQ6LbM9mjOlfrSOkhmr7XHFsJfJ&index=
- youtube.com/watch?v=JC_ezlQmZis&list=PLj5H5tFQ6LbM9mjOlfrSOkhmr7XHFsJfJ&index
- youtube.com/watch?v=9jqfjXxf1oQ&list=PLj5H5tFQ6LbM9mjOlfrSOkhmr7XHFsJfJ&index
- youtube.com/watch?v=4Q67xoAfbCo&list=PLj5H5tFQ6LbM9mjOlfrSOkhmr7XHFsJfJ&index
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Timestamps

- Early Encounters with Suffering 00:00 - 03:37
- 1. Go Easy, But Go 03:37 - 05:55
- 2. Life Is Suffering, But We Can Change Its Meaning 05:55 - 11:22
- 3. Avoid Comparisons; Embrace Your Journey 11:22 - 13:31
- 4. Everyone Is Fighting an Invisible Battle 13:31 - 16:15
- 5. Create Meaning out of Suffering 16:15 - 18:45
- 6. Support Is Essential 18:45 - 21:32
- 7. "This Too Shall Pass" 21:32 - 23:04
- 8. "You Can Quit, But Not Today" 23:04 - 24:25
- Final Thoughts: Choosing Your Path 24:25 - 25:30
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The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: theipsproject.com/.
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#mentalhealth #psychology #personalgrowth

How to Get the Most Out of Life: Use The Time-Bucket Strategy

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2024-10-21 | Imagine going to the beach in winter to sunbathe. Technically, you can, but in most countries, it’s not the ideal season for that. It will be cold, windy, and likely rainy. We often don’t think of life this way, but in many ways, life has seasons—different phases when certain activities or choices make more sense or are more feasible than in other seasons.

Seeing life through this lens allows you to get the most out of it by being smart and deliberate, recognizing that there are stages—seasons—that come and go, each with a most optimal time and opportunity for certain activities.
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Resources Mentioned:

– Die With Zero (In Die With Zero Perkins presents a framework that encourages living a life rich in experiences, using money as a tool to create memories and joy rather than a goal in itself. The core takeaway is that life is finite, and you should intentionally spend your time and money in ways that maximize happiness, fulfillment, and the ability to die with no regrets—and ideally with zero money left unused.)
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Timestamps

Live Life Like Seasons 00:00 - 00:55
The Different Kinds of Currencies in Life 00:55 - 01:58
Time-Bucket Strategy 01:58 - 06:13
This View and Strategy in Life Will Lead to Minimum Regrets 06:13 - 08:09
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The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: theipsproject.com/.
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#livelife #howto #livelifetothefullest

Money: Overrated or Underrated? Derek Sivers Shares His Perspective

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2024-09-19 | If you’re intrigued by this clip and want to dive deeper into Derek Sivers' insights, be sure to watch the full interview here: youtube.com/watch?v=XfioP1QI64k&list=PLj5H5tFQ6LbM9mjOlfrSOkhmr7XHFsJfJ&index

When I get asked who the most fascinating person alive is, I’d point to Derek Sivers. An entrepreneur, writer, and former musician, Sivers founded CD Baby, sold it for $22 million, and donated the proceeds to music education. He has authored five influential books, delivered several TED Talks, and lived in various countries, immersing himself in diverse cultures.

In this brief clip from his wide-ranging interview, Sivers explores whether money is overrated or underrated.
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The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: theipsproject.com/.
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#money #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur

Derek Sivers on Embracing Weird as a Compliment and Challenging Conventional Beliefs

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2024-09-09 | To connect with Derek Sivers and find the resources mentioned, check out the show notes: theipsproject.com/2024/09/derek-sivers/.

When asked who the most interesting man alive is, I’d say Derek Sivers. He’s an entrepreneur, writer, and former musician who founded CD Baby, sold it for $22 million, and donated the proceeds to musician education. He has authored five impactful books, given several TED Talks, and lived in various countries, embracing diverse cultures. In this wide-ranging interview, we’ll discuss embracing your weirdness, challenging beliefs, confronting death, and more. Plus, as a fun bonus at the end, Derek even asked me to take my shirt off.
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🕒Timestamps🕒

Intro 00:00
Discussing Derek's Book 'Useful, Not True' 04:29
Playing 'Overrated or Underrated' Game 20:21
Luck 21:22
Money 23:44
Role Models and Mentors 30:19
Passion 36:00
Navigating the Path of 'Weirdness' and Judgment 39:52
Embracing Uniqueness and Rejecting Societal Norms 44:03
Reframing 'Weird' as a Compliment 45:29
Embracing Personal Growth 47:44
How to explain to others why you are 'weird' 49:33
The IPS Academy 53:00
How to be fluid in life and not hold on to your identity when it does not make sense anymore 54:27
Overrated-Underrated: responsibility 1:03:31
Romantic relationships 1:04:53
What Derek finds underrated 1:06:39
What Derek finds overrated 1:09:38
The Significance of Death and Living in the Present Moment 01:12:54
The final end question 1:22:58
Outro 1:24:22
The IPS Academy 1:25:41
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About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project):

The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: theipsproject.com/.
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#DerekSivers #Podcast #selfimprovement

8 Ways to Overcome Depression Naturally

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2024-08-29 | To find all the resources mentioned in this video, check out the show notes: theipsproject.com/2024/08/8-things-you-can-do-to-improve-your-mental-health-today

In evolutionary psychology 🧠, there's often discussion about the mismatch between our modern environment 🌆 and the way our brains evolved to function 🧬. While our lives have transformed dramatically in recent years ⏳, our brains haven't kept pace with these changes.

This disconnection is particularly striking given the rise in depression and mental health issues globally 🌍😔.

Even as modern and wealthy countries achieve unprecedented levels of progress 💸📈, it's curious that depression and mental health issues seem to be on the rise 📉. This paradox has led psychologists, including Dr. Stephen Ilardi 🧑‍⚕️, to question its causes. Could it be that our modern lifestyles are misaligned with those of our ancestors? 🏕️👣
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Timestamps

The Mismatch Between Modern-Day Living and Mental Health 00:00
Step 1: Sunlight Exposure 02:17
Step 2: Consuming Omega-3 Fatty Acids 05:53
Step 3: Exercise 08:15

- The 55 Most Fun Sports to Play: ranker.com/list/best-sports-to-play/ranker-sports

Step 4: Social Interaction 11:39
Step 5: Keeping the Mind Occupied 18:18
Step 6: Creating Healthy Sleeping Habits 21:16
The Depression Cure by Dr. Stephen S. Ilardi 26:50
The Power of Humor in Improving Mental Well-being 27:21
Reducing Alcohol Consumption for Better Mental Health 31:20
Final Words 36:19
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The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: theipsproject.com/.
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#mentalhealth #psychology #mentalhealthsupport

How to Take Melatonin Correctly | Dr. Breus, The Sleep Doctor

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2024-07-28 | Listen to the full interview with Dr. Breus here: youtube.com/watch?v=ou70C5_QlC4&list=PLj5H5tFQ6LbM9mjOlfrSOkhmr7XHFsJfJ&index

Dr. Michael Breus, a clinical psychologist and founder of The Sleep Doctor, is widely recognized as a leading sleep expert. In this short clip, Dr. Breus addresses the common misconceptions about melatonin use, emphasizing that almost everyone uses melatonin wrong. He explores why melatonin is overrated and offers insights on how to use it effectively.

If you find this clip intriguing and want to learn more about sleep, including whether mouth tape works, the effectiveness of white noise machines, if sleeping in the same bed is overrated or underrated, and solutions for insomnia, sleep apnea, and other sleep disorders, check out the full interview with Dr. Breus here: youtu.be/ou70C5_QlC4?si=wWHyy3FFLu9LuNcy
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Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course.

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The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: theipsproject.com/.
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#melatonin #sleep #sleepbetter

CBD for Sleep, Does it Help? | Dr. Breus, The Sleep Doctor #sleepscience #podcast #sleepdoctor

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2024-07-22 | Dr. Michael Breus, a distinguished clinical psychologist and founder of The Sleep Doctor, is a leading authority on sleep. In this short clip, he addresses a popular question: whether CBD oil is useful for improving sleep. This brief segment provides valuable insights into the effectiveness of CBD oil and its potential benefits.

If you’re interested in exploring more about sleep, including topics like the benefits of mouth tape, the pros and cons of sharing a bed, the usefulness of white noise machines, and solutions for insomnia, sleep apnea, and other sleep disorders, be sure to watch the full interview with Dr. Michael Breus here: youtu.be/ou70C5_QlC4?si=PDexp4ZVC3sKw296.

Melatonin for Kids is DANGEROUS | Dr. Breus, The Sleep Doctor #sleepscience

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2024-07-21 | Dr. Michael Breus, a clinical psychologist and founder of The Sleep Doctor, is widely recognized as a leading sleep expert. When asked about the dangers in the realm of sleep, his response was clear: melatonin for kids is dangerous.

If, after this short clip, you want to delve deeper into various aspects of sleep—such as whether mouth tape is effective, if sleeping in the same bed is overrated or underrated, the efficacy of white noise machines, and solutions for insomnia, sleep apnea, and other sleep disorders—check out the full interview with Dr. Michael Breus here: youtu.be/ou70C5_QlC4?si=wf9SHyYKY9vwOHR7

Melatonin Is Not a Sleeping Pill | With Dr. Breus, The Sleep Doctor #sleepscience #shorts

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2024-07-21 | Check out the full interview with Dr. Michael Breus, here: youtube.com/watch?v=ou70C5_QlC4&list=PLj5H5tFQ6LbM9mjOlfrSOkhmr7XHFsJfJ&index

Dr. Michael Breus, a clinical psychologist and founder of The Sleep Doctor, is widely recognized as a leading sleep expert. When asked what he believes is overrated in the realm of sleep, his answer is melatonin.

If, after this short clip, you want to delve deeper into various aspects of sleep—such as whether mouth tape is effective, if sleeping in the same bed is overrated or underrated, the efficacy of white noise machines, and solutions for insomnia, sleep apnea, and other sleep disorders—check out the full interview with Dr. Michael Breus, here: youtube.com/watch?v=ou70C5_QlC4&list=PLj5H5tFQ6LbM9mjOlfrSOkhmr7XHFsJfJ&index

How Common Are Sleep Disorders? | Dr. Michael Breus, The Sleep Doctor

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2024-07-15 | Listen to the full interview with Dr. Michael Breus here: youtube.com/watch?v=ou70C5_QlC4&list=PLj5H5tFQ6LbM9mjOlfrSOkhmr7XHFsJfJ&index

Dr. Michael Breus, a clinical psychologist and founder of The Sleep Doctor, widely regarded as a leading sleep expert, discusses whether sleep disorders are overrated or underrated in this brief clip from the full interview "How to Sleep Better at Night Naturally with Dr. Michael Breus."

If this clip piques your interest, dive deeper into various sleep topics in the full interview. Learn about the effectiveness of mouth tape, whether sharing a bed is overrated or underrated, the value of white noise machines, and strategies for tackling insomnia, sleep apnea, and other sleep disorders. Discover exciting advancements in sleep technology and much more by watching the complete interview with Dr. Michael Breus here: youtu.be/ou70C5_QlC4?si=wWHyy3FFLu9LuNc
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Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to theipsproject.com/academy.

Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course.

Again, check them out at theipsproject.com/academy.
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About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project):

The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: theipsproject.com/.
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#sleepdisorder #sleepexpert #sleepscience

Can Night Owls Be Just as Productive as Morning People? | Dr. Michael Breus

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2024-07-12 | You can find the full interview with Dr. Michael Breus here: youtube.com/watch?v=ou70C5_QlC4&list=PLj5H5tFQ6LbM9mjOlfrSOkhmr7XHFsJfJ&index

Dr. Michael Breus, a clinical psychologist, founder of The Sleep Doctor, and considered by many as the sleep expert, answers whether morning people are overrated or underrated in this short clip from the full interview ‘How to Sleep Better at Night Naturally with Dr. Michael Breus’.

If, after this short clip, you want to learn a whole lot more about sleep—such as whether the use of mouth tape works or not, if sleeping in the same bed is overrated or underrated, if white noise machines are overrated or underrated, how to solve insomnia, sleep apnea and other sleep disorders, exciting advancements in sleep technology, and much more—check out the full interview with Dr. Michael Breus here: youtu.be/ou70C5_QlC4?si=wWHyy3FFLu9LuNcy
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📚The IPS Academy📚

If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast.

Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to theipsproject.com/academy.

Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course.

Again, check them out at theipsproject.com/academy.
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About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project):

The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: theipsproject.com/.
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#sleep #sleepexpert #sleepscience

How to Sleep Better at Night Naturally with Dr. Michael Breus, the Sleep Doctor

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2024-07-06 | Show notes for this episode with all the resources mentioned can be found here: theipsproject.com/2024/07/how-to-sleep-better-at-night-naturally-with-dr-michael-breus

Sleep is something we all need, whether we like it or not. Almost everyone has questions about sleep and wants to improve it. As we know, not sleeping well for even one night affects us the next day. Many have experienced poor sleep for weeks, months, or years, leading to emotional and physical issues.

Yet, people are sleeping worse than ever, with problems like sleep apnea and insomnia on the rise (Dr. Breus discusses these in our interview). Modern life, with its constant noise from cities, cars, planes, and early/late work hours, has worsened sleep quality globally.

An episode on how to sleep better at night naturally is long overdue. I reached out to Dr. Michael Breus, the sleep doctor, to educate us and provide tips on better sleep.
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📚The IPS Academy📚

If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast.

Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to theipsproject.com/academy.

Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course.

Again, check them out at theipsproject.com/academy.
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🕒Timestamps🕒

Intro 00:00
Why Dr. Breus became a clinical psychologist and a sleep expert 2:57
The Questions: Overrated/Underrated 8:18
The use of mouth tape and if it works or not 9:10
Sleeping in the same bed, overrated or underrated? 10:53
A white noise machine, overrated or underrated? 14:30
Morning people, overrated or underrated? 17:41
The IPS Academy 24:33
Sleep disorders, overrated or underrated? 25:37
How to solve insomnia and sleep apnea 31:25
What Dr. Breus feels is overrated about sleep 34:20
What Dr. Breus feels is underrated about sleep 41:21
Exciting advancements in sleep technology 43:54
Connect with Dr. Breus 46:43
The final question 47:37
Outro 48:24
The IPS Academy 50:03
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About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project):

The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: theipsproject.com/.
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#sleepaid #sleep #sleepbetter

Everyone Would Be Better Off Without Me | Crisis Supporter Rebecca Hooke

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2024-06-26 | If you feel that everyone would be better off without you, know that this isn’t true. Rebecca Hooke, a crisis supporter with LifeLine Australia, often hears from people who have lost someone to suicide, and they never say they are glad to have lost that person. Instead, they are left with questions and sadness.
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If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast.

Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to theipsproject.com/academy.

Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course.

Again, check them out at theipsproject.com/academy.
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About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project):

The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: theipsproject.com/.
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#mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters

Who Is Most at Risk of Suicide? Insights from a Crisis Supporter

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2024-06-15 | In this short clip from the full interview with Rebecca Hooke, a suicide crisis supporter at LifeLine Australia, Rebecca shares insights into who is at the highest risk and who calls the most often on the suicide line. If you’d like to learn more about how to support someone who might have these thoughts or learn more about this important topic in general, check out the full interview with Rebecca: youtu.be/HyKt0bd7NsI?si=RLOABqZNu8mobp5y
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📚The IPS Academy📚

If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast.

Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to theipsproject.com/academy.

Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course.

Again, check them out at theipsproject.com/academy.
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About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project):

The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: theipsproject.com/.
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#mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters

What to Say to a Suicidal Person | Lessons from a Crisis Support Worker

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2024-06-06 | Show notes for this episode with all the resources mentioned can be found here: theipsproject.com/2024/06/what-to-say-to-a-suicidal-person-lessons-from-a-crisis-support-worker/.

As someone who once struggled with suicidal thoughts, I understand the importance of raising awareness for suicide prevention. Every year, 703,000 people take their own lives, and this staggering number highlights the urgent need for education on how to support those in crisis. In this interview on the Inner Path Seekers podcast, Rebecca Hooke, a crisis support worker at Lifeline Australia, offers practical advice and valuable strategies for having conversations with someone who might be suicidal.

By learning what to say, we can make a difference and help reduce these heartbreaking statistics. If you are here to learn more about this topic and how to be there for someone, thank you for doing so—truly.
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Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to theipsproject.com/academy.

Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course.

Again, check them out at theipsproject.com/academy.
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🕒Timestamps🕒

Intro 00:00 - 03:23
Rebecca’s Story: How She Found Lifeline 03:24 - 10:46
The Biggest Misunderstandings about Suicide 10:47 - 18:35
Contributing Factors to Suicidal Thoughts 18:36 - 23:06
The Demographics of Lifeline 23:07 - 26:20
How Suicidal Thoughts Develop 26:22 - 29:26
“Everyone Will be Better off Without Me”: Why That is Never True 29:28 - 31:10
No One is Immune 31:11 - 32:30
Rebecca’s Personal Experience Working at Lifeline 32:31 - 35:09
The IPS Academy 35:10 - 36:50
Navigating Difficult Conversations about Suicide 36:51 - 50:18
Protecting Personal Boundaries 50:19 - 52:55
Creating a Plan to Ensure Callers Stay Safe 52:56 - 56:42
What Stops People from Sharing Suicidal Thoughts 56:43 - 01:00:40
Stimulating Conversations about Mental Health 01:00:42 - 1:07:36
The Impact of Self-Hate and Self-Blame 1:07:37 - 1:11:50
Finding a Reason to Keep Going 1:11:51 - 1:14:15
Recommended Resources 1:14:16 - 1:19:08
The Future of Crisis Hotlines 1:19:09 - 1:21:15
Final Thoughts and Advice 1:21:16 - 1:27:50
Outro 1:27:51 - 1:30:32
The IPS Academy 1:30:33 - 1:32:01
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About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project):

The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: theipsproject.com/.
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#mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters

Why Do We Drink Alcohol If It Is Bad? - Scott Pinyard, Head Coach of This Naked Mind

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2024-05-14 | Explore the allure of alcohol with insights from Scott Pinyard, the head coach of This Naked Mind. In this excerpt from his interview, Pinyard delves into the complex motivations behind why individuals initially turn to alcohol.

Despite its known detrimental effects, alcohol consumption remains prevalent. Pinyard sheds light on some of the primary factors driving this behavior, offering valuable perspectives.

For a comprehensive discussion on alcohol's impact on the brain and body, strategies to support individuals grappling with alcohol addiction, and ways to navigate personal struggles with alcohol, delve into the full interview with Scott Pinyard here: theipsproject.com/2020/09/alcohol-addiction-with-scott-pinyard
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📚The IPS Academy📚

If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast.

Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to theipsproject.com/academy.

Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course.

Again, check them out at theipsproject.com/academy.
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#alcohol #alcoholfree #alcoholaddiction

The 7 Humor Personas | Which One Is Yours?

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2024-05-04 | In this clip, Andrew Tarvin, the world’s first humor engineer and the founder of Humor That Works, talks about what the 7 humor personas are, why it can be helpful to know them, and which persona is yours so you can add more humor to your life.

Andrew is a widely known personality who has worked with more than 200 organizations—including P&G, GE, ESPN, Microsoft, the U.S. Navy, and PepsiCo—to increase workplace productivity through humor.

If you’d like to learn more about humor, such as the (health) benefits of humor, the 7 humor personas, how humor is a skill anyone can learn, and much more, check out the full interview with Andrew Tarvin: youtu.be/I-v9olGAWac?si=eqobL7giMh0H08jJ
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📚The IPS Academy📚

If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast.

Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to theipsproject.com/academy.

Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course.

Again, check them out at theipsproject.com/academy.
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#humor #laughing #comedy

Simple Exercises for More Humor in Everyday Life | Humor Engineer, Andrew Tarvin

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health 2024-05-01 | In this clip, Andrew Tarvin, the world’s first humor engineer and the founder of Humor That Works, shares a simple exercise for more humor in everyday life.

Andrew is a widely known personality who has worked with more than 200 organizations—including P&G, GE, ESPN, Microsoft, the U.S. Navy, and PepsiCo—to increase workplace productivity through humor.

If you’d like to learn more about humor, such as the (health) benefits of humor, the 7 humor personas, how humor is a skill anyone can learn, and much more, check out the full interview with Andrew Tarvin: youtu.be/I-v9olGAWac?si=eqobL7giMh0H08jJ
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📚The IPS Academy📚

If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast.

Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to theipsproject.com/academy.

Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course.

Again, check them out at theipsproject.com/academy.
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#humor #laughing #comedy