Welcome to the ManMade Podcast

This Podcast is with Shawn Helvey and Adam Thorne. Shawn is a licensed behavioral health counselor and Adam is a graduate student in behavioral health counseling. They've known each other for over 25 years and talk every week about the trials and tribulations of life.

Good sleep is the secret handshake into the elite club of sanity. Think of it as the brain's nightly retreat to a five-star resort where every neuron is pampered and prepped to take on tomorrow's emotional rollercoasters. Shortchange your slumber, and your mind turns into a clumsy juggler of moods, dropping balls left and right.

To win the pillow's favor, one must master the bedtime ballet. Slip into your most embarrassingly old PJs, and practice the sacred ritual of the screen ban, dodging the blue light demon like it's last year's meme. Counting sheep may be out, but a steadfast "lights out" policy remains a golden oldie. Embrace these snooze-inducing spells, and your mental health will thank you—with less of the drama and more of the dreamland!

Some resources that may be useful:

5 Tips to Improve Your Sleep

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Welcome to the ManMade Podcast

This Podcast is with Shawn Helvey and Adam Thorne. Shawn is a licensed behavioral health counselor and Adam is a graduate student in behavioral health counseling. They've known each other for over 25 years and talk every week about the trials and tribulations of life.

In the grand obstacle course of therapy, 'resistance' is that cheeky monkey wrench your brain throws into the machinery. Imagine it: there you are, jogging along the therapeutic path, leaping over childhood traumas, sidestepping anxiety banana peels, and high-fiving your inner child, when this sly nemesis pops up. It convinces you that those emotional potholes are just "fine" the way they are, thank you very much. But here's the fun twist: overcoming resistance is like finding a secret warp tunnel that propels you forward, Mario Kart-style. By confronting this crafty adversary, you don't just continue the race; you turbo-boost with star power! You pivot around mental roadblocks, discovering that they were actually made of squishy stress-marshmallows. Resistance may try to spoil the party, but once you push past it, you realize you've gained XP in emotional resilience, unlocked the "Self-Compassion" achievement, and can now sport sparkling, new self-awareness sneakers for the rest of your run. So, let's thank our pesky pal, resistance; without it, we'd never know how satisfying it is to say, "Ha! Outran ya!" as we blaze a trail toward mental victory.

Some resources that may be useful:

Steven Pressfield

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Welcome to the ManMade Podcast

This Podcast is with Shawn Helvey and Adam Thorne. Shawn is a licensed behavioral health counselor and Adam is a graduate student in behavioral health counseling. They've known each other for over 25 years and talk every week about the trials and tribulations of life.

Navigating the convoluted realm of worry is akin to being a bartender at a cognitive cocktail party where 'Anxiety Ale' and 'Dread Draught' are the drinks du jour. A therapist, in this scenario, dons the hat of a seasoned mixologist, concocting a blend of mindfulness mimosas to help their client sober up from a hangover of hysteria. Amidst the cacophony of crippling concerns and fears that frolic around like unruly patrons at last call, our therapist employs a dash of dark humor as a makeshift bouncer to show these tormenting thoughts the exit. With a serving of sassy repartees and a garnish of gutsy giggles, they venture through the tavern of trepidation, showing that sometimes the best way to tackle worry is to roast it with a toast, chortle at the chaos, and perhaps engage in a metaphorical pub-crawl through the psyche, discovering that the path to emotional sobriety is paved with laughter, a shot of courage, and a chaser of cheer.

Some resources that may be useful:

Living with Anxiety

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Welcome to the ManMade Podcast

This Podcast is with Shawn Helvey and Adam Thorne. Shawn is a licensed behavioral health counselor and Adam is a graduate student in behavioral health counseling. They've known each other for over 25 years and talk every week about the trials and tribulations of life.

In the grand circus of life, where juggling responsibilities can sometimes feel like trying to balance a watermelon on your nose while riding a unicycle (uphill, of course!), it's easy to forget that sometimes, the best thing to do is… absolutely nothing. That's right, zilch, nada! Embracing downtime isn't just the exclusive domain of lazy cats or sloths on vacation. It's essential brain TLC! Our noggin, much like that overstuffed closet you've been avoiding, needs a good declutter every now and then. So, the next time you feel the urge to cram one more task into your day, consider the profound wisdom of couch potatoes everywhere and take a well-deserved siesta. Your mind will thank you. Probably with dreams of watermelons and unicycles. But hey, that's therapy for another day!

Some resources that may be useful:

How to prioritze your time

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Welcome to the ManMade Podcast

This Podcast is with Shawn Helvey and Adam Thorne. Shawn is a licensed behavioral health counselor and Adam is a graduate student in behavioral health counseling. They've known each other for over 25 years and talk every week about the trials and tribulations of life.

Feedback is like the yin and yang of mental health – a wild rollercoaster ride through the amusement park of life. Some feedback is as sweet as grandma's apple pie, making you feel like you could conquer the world with a toothpick. But then, there's the not-so-good feedback that stings like a bee at a picnic. Yet, being open and impartial when you receive feedback is like having a secret weapon in your mental health arsenal. It's like wearing a Teflon suit that lets the good stuff stick and the bad stuff slide right off. Embrace the good, and treat the not-so-good like the eccentric relative at Thanksgiving dinner – listen politely, but don't take it too seriously. In the end, feedback is the compass that helps navigate the labyrinth of self-improvement, and sometimes, it's just the comedic plot twist you need in your life sitcom!

Some resources that may be useful:

The Office British version - Feedback

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Welcome to the ManMade Podcast

This Podcast is with Shawn Helvey and Adam Thorne. Shawn is a licensed behavioral health counselor and Adam is a graduate student in behavioral health counseling. They've known each other for over 25 years and talk every week about the trials and tribulations of life.

Ah, the art of being unflappable—a skill often acquired after decades of spilling coffee on white shirts, navigating the chaotic aisles of toy stores during holiday sales, or enduring blind dates set up by overly enthusiastic relatives. As we embark on the roller coaster called life, we realize it isn't just about holding on tight, but mastering the poker face while you're being tossed upside down. Many claim they've discovered the secret to emotional mastery, only to be foiled by a Wi-Fi outage during their favorite show's climax. But over time, through the treacherous valleys of unexpected plot twists and the peaks of "Why is this happening to me?" moments, one learns to take a deep breath, muster a smile, and remember that even if today's turmoil is like a squirrel in your pants (Shawn does not care for squirrel's) , tomorrow promises the serenity of a sleeping cat on your lap. Remember: life's too short to lose your cool, but just long enough to learn how not to.

Some resources that may be useful:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5vdybjMMrk

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Welcome to the ManMade Podcast

This Podcast is with Shawn Helvey and Adam Thorne. Shawn is a licensed behavioral health counselor and Adam is a graduate student in behavioral health counselling. They've known each other for over 25 years and talk every week about the trials and tribulations of life.

In the grand theater of life, the present moment is the star diva, crooning under the spotlight, demanding all of our attention with its tantalizing presence. Yet, within the therapeutic realm, it's often essential to not just be enraptured by the high notes of now but to be able to discern the subtle undertones of the background score that runs beneath it — the undercurrents of past experiences, the distant drumbeats of future apprehensions. A therapeutic approach to mental health encourages individuals to occasionally swap the star-studded glasses of immediacy for a more kaleidoscopic lens that dances between the then, the now, and the yet to be. It's a little like being a delightful detective in the mystery movie of one's own life, constantly peeling back layers, and often finding that the plot twists involve unexpected bouts of laughter, the sudden appearance of a rubber chicken, or perhaps, discovering that the key to resolving the grand enigma is simply learning to not sweat the small stuff. So, while the present is indeed a diva deserving of applause, sometimes it is through seeing beyond its dazzling performance that we find the true depth of the show, including the whimsical, therapeutic punchlines hidden in the script of our lives.

Some resources that may be useful:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d8M7Xzjy_m8

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Welcome to the ManMade Podcast

This Podcast is with Shawn Helvey and Adam Thorne. Shawn is a licensed behavioral health counselor and Adam is a graduate student in behavioral health counselling. They've known each other for over 25 years and talk every week about the trials and tribulations of life.

Meta communication in the realm of mental health is like having a chat about having a chat, which sounds like a lot of talking about talking, but trust me, it's worth it! Picture this: you're in a heated argument with your inner critic, and instead of getting caught up in the drama of self-doubt, you pause and say, "Hey, inner critic, why are we even having this argument?" It's like catching a plot hole in a bad movie – you're breaking the fourth wall of your own mind! This meta-level conversation can be a game-changer because it helps you step back from the emotional rollercoaster and see the bigger picture. So, remember, next time your inner critic starts ranting, tell it, "Hold up, we need to talk about how we're talking about this!" It's like therapy for your thoughts.

Some resources that may be useful:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0cIo0PkBs2c

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Welcome to the ManMade Podcast

This Podcast is with Shawn Helvey and Adam Thorne. Shawn is a licensed behavioral health counselor and Adam is a graduate student in behavioral health counselling. They've known each other for over 25 years and talk every week about the trials and tribulations of life.

Imagine Chaos walking into a room – it's like a tornado with commitment issues. Chaos can't find its socks, let alone its life's direction. It's like trying to follow a map drawn by a caffeinated squirrel. You're looking for your keys in the fridge and wondering how socks ended up in your cereal box. Living in chaos is like participating in a reality show where the rules change every minute. Making impulsive decisions in this chaos is like trying to catch a greased pig – exhausting and destined for laughs (or maybe just faceplants). Escaping chaos by binge-watching reality TV might feel like a master plan, but it's more like running from a bear with a "Free Hugs" sign – disaster awaits. Instead, let's talk about organizing. Yes, it's scarier than a horror movie for your clutter, but it's like giving chaos an eviction notice. Take an inventory of yourself, but be prepared to find oddities like that lost sock from earlier. And when the chaos subsides (just like the sugar rush after a candy binge), set some goals. Not like "Find Atlantis" goals, but realistic ones. It's like treating your life like a well-organized closet – still a mystery, but at least you're not buried under an avalanche of unmatched socks.

Some resources that may be useful:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uDcEfBa3_b4

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Welcome to the ManMade Podcast

This Podcast is with Shawn Helvey and Adam Thorne. Shawn is a licensed behavioral health counselor and Adam is a graduate student in behavioral health counselling. They've known each other for over 25 years and talk every week about the trials and tribulations of life.

The Abundance Mindset and the Scarcity Mindset walk into a bar. Abundance struts in, high-fiving everyone and ordering the most extravagant drink on the menu. Scarcity, on the other hand, sidles up to the counter, scrutinizing the prices and contemplating if tap water is a viable option. Abundance is all about believing there's enough dessert for everyone at the buffet of life, while Scarcity acts like the last slice of pizza is about to be snatched away by a pizza-eating ninja. Now, why should you cozy up with the Abundance Mindset? Well, it's like having a mental spa day for your brain. When you embrace abundance, you're waving goodbye to stress and inviting in gratitude. It's like turning your mind into a VIP lounge where positivity parties all day long. Who wouldn't want to RSVP to that?

Some resources that may be useful:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PGpjyflPSvo

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