Happy Doc Student Podcast

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In  episode I#131, we explore the power of medicinal plants, telomeres, and simple ways to modify your daily routine for more clarity. 

Jodi Scott is the CEO and founder of Green Goo and is a seasoned visionary in health and wellness. Armed with a master's degree in health psychology and a background in pre-med, she specializes in psycho neuroimmunology exploring the mind body connection and the power of medicinal plants. 

Your skin is your largest organ. How are you treating it? 

Green Goo is your one-stop medicine cabinet. Get it here: https://greengoo.com/pages/podcastpromo-copy 

Use this handy acronym as your North Star: SHAMAN

S = Sleep (think of it as a bank…there will be times you deplete it; be sure to add back!)

H = Hydration (so simple so often neglected)

A = Avoid (what can you avoid by replacing with something healthy?)

M = Mindfulness (even 5 minutes will make a difference – it’s true)

A = Antioxidants (get more!)

N = Nutrition (is it time to make some changes to your diet?)

 
Connect with Jodi
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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jodi_a_scott/  https://www.instagram.com/self.wellness.app/
https://www.instagram.com/greengoohelps/
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@JodiAllisonScott

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In episode #130 I hang out with Dr. Tarryn Hoff. Tarryn holds a PhD in  Performance Psychology and is an adjunct doctoral Chair at UAGC & Grand Canyon University as well as running two personal training brands: GoTarryn & Peachtree City Personal Training.

Highlights

• Self-Determination Theory (SDT) can help you make sense of your world
• We have three basic human needs - all of which are challenged during the doctoral journey 
  • Autonomy - having independence 
  • Competence - mastery over your environment 
  • Relatedness - relationship with others
• If you are feeling overwhelmed, pause and ask if one of your basic needs is being thwarted and if it is, ask yourself what you can do to resolve that (e.g., call a friend, talk with your Chair about how to implement the feedback you just received, take a course on the research method you plan to use, etc.)
• Own your research. This takes time - plan for 15-20 hours/week when you are cognitively on top of your game
• Remember that only an estimated 2-3% of the population hold a doctoral degree (it's not going to be easy)
• It will take sacrifice (and if you decide other things are more important than your degree - that's OK!  Check out this episode: The Good Goodbye: How to End Your Doctoral Journey with Grace & Ease, with Dr. Gladys Ato)
• Embrace SMART goals
• Find a tribe (see episodes below for tips)
• Utilize the power of accountability 

"It's your time, it's your investment, and it's your life."

 
Related Episodes
 Learn about the 1-page alignment worksheet here: The Best Dissertation is a DONE Dissertation with Dr. Melanie Shaw
The 4 H's of Doctoral Success with Dr. Todd Fiore
The Dissertation Shift with Dr. Todd Fiore
The Doc Journey: Things You Need to Know (that they probably won't tell you)
 Doctoral Journey: Building a Community of Support
Reality Check: Is a Doc Program for You? with Jamie Hillman
When You Want to Quit with Dr. Jodie Hemerda

Connect with Tarryn
http://www.Facebook.com/GoTarryn
http://www.twitter.com/GoTarryn
http://www.youtube.com/GoTarryn
http://www.instagram.com/GoTarryn

Check out Tarryn's  Journal Article
https://www.nu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Journal-of-Performance-Psychology-Issue-16.pdf

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In episode #129, I chat with Derick Johnson, a US Army Veteran, Life Coach and Trainer that has helped over 500 clients and 50 companies go from just surviving to thriving.

Highlights: 

• Performing at your best will likely require breaking OLD PATTERNS
• Start by ELIMINATING things - What can you get rid of?
  • Food -  Write down what you eat everyday for a week. Eye opening!
  • Social Media  - What/who are you  following and how is this impacting your day?  
  • Music - What are you listening to and how might your choice be impacting your mood?
  • Clutter - Can you get help to clean up your space?
  • Unhealthy Relationships - It's worth a look!
• Don't go cold turkey - the trick is to have fun with this and go slow
• Eliminating things not serving you will clear a path for energy that will help you perform (and it feels SO GOOD!)
• Draw on your social network - A great source for love AND accountability!
• Adopt a simple two-step (yes, it can be short!) morning routine
  • Move your body 
  • Feed your mind
• Don't under estimate how a simple kind act can change someone else's day (and your own!)

"Challenge yourself to become the man or woman that you would be proud of. And give them to the world."

Connect with Derick

https://www.instagram.com/fitwithderick2/ 
https://www.facebook.com/fitwithderick2 https://www.linkedin.com/in/derickjohnson1/ 
https://www.tiktok.com/@fitwithderick

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In episode #128, Dr. Deborah Carpenter shares a technique she created during her doctoral process that helped her eat the elephant one bite at a time. 

This reflective exercise would be useful to ANYONE with the desire to accomplish a goal, because when you have a strong mind, strong body, and strong heart - you can do anything!

Ask yourself: What am I intentionally doing to strengthen my...
1. Mind?
2. Body?
3. Heart?

Other Highlights: 

• Give yourself permission to invest in your self-care (newsflash: This is not procrastination will actually make you MORE productive) - see link below
• Worry less about whether or not you will "like" your chair and more about how you will present as a student they are excited to mentor
• Don't under estimate the power of gratitude
• Be honest with yourself about how you deal with feedback (there is going to be A LOT of it!) - see link below.  

Check out the One-Minute Gratitude Journal link:  https://amzn.to/44Zr3l4

Related episodes:
How to Feel Good About Feedback with Dr. Kelly Stewart
When You Want to Quit with Dr. Jodie Hemerda
How to Build a GREAT Network with Dr. Jodie Hemerda
Recover from the Post-Dissertation Slump and Other Insights with Dr. Veronika Larova
Unleash Your Genius! The Secret of Self-Care

Connect with Deborah on Instagram @Debbie.Carpenter

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In  episode #127 I chat with Dr. Bijoy John, the founder and medical director of Sleep Wellness Clinics of America and  founder of Sleep Fix Academy which offers online courses, podcasts, and other resources to improve sleep quality.

Are you ready to make sleep a priority?

Connect with Dr. John
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-sleepfix/
https://www.facebook.com/sleepfixacademy/

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In episode #126 Ann Swanson, author of Meditation for the Real World, chats about the fascinating science behind meditation, how it can positively impact your relationships, and walks us through some practices – one that can double as a fun party trick!

Highlights

🤔 Party Trick Wisdom: A fun way to learn how to trust your gut when you’ve got a tough decision. 

🧠 Mindful Misconceptions: Meditation isn't about controlling thoughts but befriending the mind's natural processes, including mind wandering.

🎉 Embracing JOMO: Discover the "Joy of Missing Out" and how meditation cultivates gratitude, acceptance, and contentment with the present moment.

🤝 Social Harmony: Learn practical meditation methods for improving social relationships, reducing social anxiety, and fostering empathy and connection.

⏳ Integrate and Elevate: Short meditation practices, even just a few minutes a day, can profoundly impact overall well-being when integrated into daily routines.

Connect with Ann
https://www.instagram.com/scienceof.yoga/
https://www.youtube.com/@AnnSwansonWellness.

Get the book and your 10 minute meditations here:  https://www.annswansonwellness.com/meditation-for-the-real-world#order

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🎙️ In episode #125, we dive deep into the fascinating world of one of my ALL-TIME FAVORITE topics: gut health. Listen in as Josh Dech explains why your gut health is more important then your DNA!

👉 Gut Health Basics: Your gut health affects your productivity, emotions, mental clarity, ability to learn, quality of sleep, and more.

🧠 The Gut-Brain Connection: The gut influences the brain and vice versa, making it a crucial aspect of overall health and well-being.

💡 Leaky Gut Explained: Leaky gut occurs when the lining of the intestine becomes damaged, leading to inflammation and allowing toxins and pathogens to leak into the bloodstream.

🤔 Common Symptoms: Bloating, constipation, diarrhea, nausea, cramping, pain, and gas are common signs of leaky gut.

🛠️ Promoting Gut Health: Adopting habits such as consuming a clean diet, avoiding processed foods, and managing stress can support a healthier gut.

👣 Prioritizing Habits: While toning the vagus nerve is important, focusing on foundational habits like diet and stress management may take precedence for overall gut health.

🌱 5 R's of Reversing Gut Problems: Remove, replenish, rebuild, repair, rejuvenate

Get Josh's IBD course here:  https://gutsolution.ca/skool?via=heather

Connect with Josh
https://gutsolution.ca/
https://www.facebook.com/joshdech.health
https://www.instagram.com/joshdech.health/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-dech-5a1582106/
https://www.youtube.com/@gutscience

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In episode #124 chat with William Wadsworth, a memory and productivity psychologist, author, and host of the Exam Study Expert podcast.

Highlights: 

1.     If you feel overwhelmed, confused, or frustrated – you are likely simply cognitively overloaded. 

2.     When you understand Cognitive Load Theory you can combat procrastination and be a more effective learner.

3.     Optimize intrinsic load by breaking tasks into manageable components and applying full cognitive power to each step.

4.     Identify and address external distractions like technology and environmental factors (use headphones as a signal for focused work and create a tangents list for future exploration)

5.     Externalize “to-do” lists to minimize mental clutter and stay focused on the task at hand.

6.     Recognize the role of germane load in fostering creativity and insights and embrace spaces for idea generation, such as walks or shower time.

Connect with William
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@examstudyexpert
Twitter: https://twitter.com/examstudyexpert
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/examstudyexpert
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/examstudyexpert
Exam Study Expert podcast via https://examstudyexpert.com/podcast

The Scholars Way (30 day mindset / productivity program for scholars): https://william-s-school-4d20.thinkific.com/courses/the-scholars-way?ref=8cdb35

Sounds of the Bodlein: https://www.ox.ac.uk/soundsofthebodleian/

Six Pillars of Study Success (free download): https://examstudyexpert.com/Pillars

Productivity Episodes

#81 Productivity Hacks with Scott Miller; https://www.buzzsprout.com/1547113/episodes/11089338

#87 Increase Your Productivity and Decrease Stress with Dr. Frank Buck: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1547113/episodes/11526361

#89 Technology Addiction vs. Technology Mindfulness: How to Put Humans First with Rob Krecek: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1547113/episodes/11545822

#92 How to Make SPACE for Things that Matter with Daniel Sih: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1547113/11832398

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Aesha Tahir reveals the link between better posture and a pain-free life, less stress, and improved self-confidence. She is an award-winning author, keynote speaker, corporate trainer, and movement specialist who provides trainings on posture and wellness. Her best-selling book “Unhunched: Discover Wellness Through Posture.”

If you want visuals watch this on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/50Hoi4NInMY

Highlights:

1.    Good posture is your body’s natural position and should be effortless and allows gravity to work for us (not against us). 

2.    CHECK YOUR POSTURE: Have a friend take a photo of you standing. Are the landmarks aligned? Earlobe, shoulder, hip, knees, ankles. 

3.    Maintain good posture while siting. Are your eyes in line with your screen, elbows in line with shoulder, and your seat is deep in your chair?

4.    Your head is as heavy of a bowling ball and every inch your head moves forward you increase the pressure on your spine an extra 10 pounds! Do the math and now you understand why might have neck, shoulder, and back pain. 

5.    SIMPLE EXERCISE to combat poor posture: Chin retraction (press back of head against headrest or wall – hold for 20 seconds repeat 3-4 times), Pomodoro technique (move that body!), deep breathing, expansive posture stretches.

6.    Stress activates our sympathetic nervous system to activate which results in: rapid breathing, increased heart rate and blood pressure, reduced blood flow to necessary organs, higher levels of cortisol, etc.

7.    MOVE OFTEN!! Research suggests we are often not aware of these symptoms and after working on the computers after 30 consecutive minutes of sitting and typing on the computer, all these biomarkers are active and this induces muscle soreness and pain in our body.

8.    Bonus benefits of regular breaks – reduce pain and allow space for BURSTS OF CREATIVITY. 

9.    UNPLUG. Make time for yourself and your social network (your time spent in these activities may be LESS than before you started your degree, but do not eliminate entirely!).

10. BREATHE. 4-5 slow, deep breaths can break the stress-cycle by toning your vagus nerve.

11.Good posture also impacts our feelings of confidence and productivity. UNHUNCH dear listeners!

Connect with Aesha
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tone_and_strengthen/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/toneandstrengthen
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aeshatahir
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@toneandstrengthen5984/featured
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Link to free download: https://www.aeshatahir.com/
Link to book - Unhunched: Discover Wellness Through Posture https://amzn.to/49RAfJE 

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On this show I chat with Adam Baldy. Adam holds an MA in East Asian Studies and is a PhD student at the University of Arizona. As a Senior IT Systems Analyst at Pima Community College, he blends his in-person and online teaching experience with ed tech management.

Highlights

·      Starting a doctoral program is a big decision (perhaps the biggest decision you will ever make). If at any time you feel pressured to start a program, question the motives of that organization.

·      Do your research! Speak with current students, graduates, and faculty. Ask for  time-to-completion statistics and graduation rates. Complete the exercises in Ch. 1 of The Happy Doc Student Handbook. See episodes below.

·      There are unique challenges for first-generation college students and navigating the unfamiliar territory of graduate school can add to an already stressful environment. 

·      Graduate school will happen in the context of your LIFE; there are no easy answers when it comes to deciding how to manage your own mental health, supporting others, building a career, etc.

·      Knowing your core values is key; you will have to let some things go; be honest in terms of your priorities during this season.

·      Embracing a part-time program may allow you to balance work, academia, and family life.

·      Like stepping into a doctoral program, stepping out of one is also a big decision. Be cautious of “reacting."  Instead, responded thoughtfully to these feelings (see the I-Think-I-Want-To-Stop activity in The Happy Doc Student Handbook). 

·      If you do decide to step out (whether forever or for a season), refrain from feelings of guilt/failure and listen to the Good Goodbye episode:  https://www.buzzsprout.com/1547113/8016142 

Connect with Adam
https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-baldry-ab6501117/

Relevant episodes for when you are researching programs:
#2 The Doc Journey: Things You Need to Know (that they probably won't tell you)
#21 Should I Pursue a Doctoral Degree? with Dr. Chris Cappannelli
#31 Reality Check: Is a Doc Program for You? with Jamie Hillman
#53 Are We Teaching Students To Be Unhappy? with Dr. Leonard Cassuto
#69 Career Diversity & The Doctorate with Dr. Leonard Cassut

Relevant episodes for when you want to STOP:
#7 When You Want to Quit with Dr. Jodie Hemerda
#10 ABD, Limiting Beliefs and Giants with Dr. Scott Burrus

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