In this enriching episode of 3DEEPERCUTS PODCAST, join Dr. Heath, a licensed clinical psychologist, as he uncovers the art of managing expectations, emotions, and anger. Delving into the principles of Epictetus as well as Dr. Aaron Beck's 'Prisoners of Hate,' we address the prevalent mindset pitfalls leading to anger and burnout among professionals. He emphasizes the importance of an internal locus of control and accurate, realistic thinking to enhance mental health. Also featured is a discourse on Stoic philosophy's relevance, illustrated through Epictetus and Marcus Aurelius, showing how personal control over reactions can mitigate verbal criticism and foster mental resilience. The episode bridges cognitive behavioral therapy principles with Stoic wisdom to offer practical insights on self-empowerment and emotional resilience.
00:00 Exploring tactics from “Prisoners of Hate” 03:57 Introduction to Dr. Heath 04:30 Dr. Heath's Professional Journey 06:10 Burnout in the Medical Profession 08:32 The Importance of Mindset in Medicine 11:59 What is “resilience”? 23:44 Dr. Heath's Personal Insights 30:56 How Dr. Heath runs social audio 38:18 What is “locus of control” and how can you use it? 39:07 Why you should operate from personal values 40:21 What Dr. Heath learned from professional experience 41:51 On relationships 44:01 How to raise resilient children 44:46 What is Vitamin N? 46:46 How to face harsh realities of life? 47:52 What is the greatest mental health issue today? 53:42 How Dr. Heath overcame a violent childhood. 01:05:00 What Dr. Heath learned about PTSD working at the VA 01:15:46 Is “Toxicity” a real thing? 01:22:29 Final Thoughts and Takeaways
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Enjoy the episode, Professors.
We’ll catch you next time. Please feel free to reach out with feedback to me. Always looking for ways to make this audio-experience better for you, the listeners.
In strength,
CHUCK-G
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