Paul Gilmartin is a stand-up comedian, podcast host, and television personality best known as the long time host of TBS’ Dinner and a Movie.  Since 2011, Paul has been the host and executive producer of the podcast, Mental Illness Happy Hour.

In this episode, Eric and Paul discuss his strategies and practical approaches to deal with fear and depression.

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Paul Gilmartin and I Discuss What How to Work Through Fear and Depression and …

• His podcast, Mental Illness Happy Hour

How we all have something that we worship that orients our actions

Learning to be truly and deeply vulnerable

How there is no instant gratification in spirituality

Living a fear based life and addictive behaviors

Reconnecting with the body’s instincts

Getting curious about the thoughts that come up during meditation

The difference between self reflection and self obsession

Strategies for moving away from self obsessing

Finding himself stuck in the paralysis of perfection

The importance of taking a break from the world when you need it

The opposing forces of fear and hope

Moving through his fears and depression

How acting according to his values keeps him connected to his higher power

His spiritual growth includes facing his everyday fears

Learning to see past our mental barriers and realize what we’re capable of

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