Real Life

Movies about mental illness are often stigma-laden and their depictions of mental illness are just, plain wrong. That said, every once in a while, Hollywood gets mental illness – or at least components of a mental illness – right. As such, this podcast mentions and describes five movies about mental illness you'll want to watch for their accurate portrayals of mental illness. In addition, this podcast describes depression movies and videos that are especially poignant and powerful in how they speak to and inspire people.

Describes what positivity is (and what it isn’t), why realistic positivity is a part of good mental health, and how to embrace positivity in a healthy way.

Describes what Imposter feelings are and what they represent. Describes the five main types of imposters. Explains where Imposter Syndrome comes from. Reveals personality traits to imposter feelings. Discusses the role of mental illness that may play a part in Imposter Syndrome. Details how gender bias and institutionalized racism can also play a significant part in imposter feelings.

Defines depression. Discusses the difference between grief and depression. Details how depression affects certain health conditions. Reveals signs and symptoms of depression and the difference between what males and females experience. Mentions potential causes of depression. Details treatments and medications used to treat depression.

Describes what resentment is and how it can damage your mental and physical health. Discusses resentment in relationships and their causes. Details how you can let go of resentment.

Defines simple pleasures. Asks if indulging in simple pleasure requires money. Discusses the importance of simple pleasures for physical and mental well-being. Reveals the benefits of enjoying simple pleasures. Offers some simple pleasures in life to boost your mood and increase your happiness.

Defines the difference between selfishness and self-care. Offers ways that people pleasers and those who can't find time for themselves can find their inner essence and live life more fully and satisfied.

Provides the definition of self-respect. Describes the difference between self-respect and self-esteem. Poses the question Why Is Self-Respect Important? Reveals signs when you should start building self-respect. Asks the question Why Do Some People Have Little or No Self-Respect? Details the effects of low self-respect at the workplace. Mentions the effects of low self-respect in relationships. Offers tips on how to build your self-respect. 

Defines Overthinking Disorder. Describes the mental illnesses that feature overthinking. Discusses tips to reduce overthinking.