The Science of Self Help

When I first started this podcast, I was worried that I would run out of material, but after nearly a year of researching and discussing self-help topics, I haven’t even gotten close to covering it all. And since I’ve been at this for close to a full year now—and because this is my last show before baby Sawyer is born—this episode is the perfect one to review what I’ve learned over this time.

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://www.scienceofselfhelppodcast.com/46

Do you know anyone who struggles with addiction? Are you curious to know more about the topic? Today I'm diving into what science has to say about the different addiction treatment methods out there, from Al-Anon to AA, and how these support groups work.

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://www.scienceofselfhelppodcast.com/45

I’m sure you have heard the word integrity thrown around a lot—especially when it comes to business or working with others—but integrity is more than what a lot of us understand it to be. In this episode, I’ll be exploring the topic and breaking down the basics of self-integrity and how to develop it in a way that can really impact your relationship with yourself and others.

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://www.scienceofselfhelppodcast.com/44

Most of the things we do and the decisions we make are tied to a desire for happiness. In this episode, we will examine positive psychology and how happiness may not be what most of us think. You’ll get to dig into the actual meaning of happiness, how to create more of it, and how it is not the end-all-be-all when it comes to wellbeing.

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://www.scienceofselfhelppodcast.com/43

If you have heard about flow and want to know what science says about it—or even if you’re new to the subject and curious to learn what it is—then this episode is for you. After hearing about flow myself, I was intrigued and decided to look a little deeper into what it really is and how it checks out when it comes to scientific research. Listen in to learn how flow relates to happiness and what you can do to achieve an optimal experience.

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://www.scienceofselfhelppodcast.com/42

Do you know someone who never seems to do much with their natural potential? What about someone who busts their tail to achieve despite having less talent? Are you one of these two? In this episode, I'll share the surprising truth about how little talent actually has to do with achievement and why grit is more important when it comes to reaching your goals.

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://www.scienceofselfhelppodcast.com/41

Do you feel like there’s something in your past that is holding you back? For many of us, in one way or another, there’s fear, trauma or a triggering event that keeps us from living up to our full potential. This is why I have invited Mark Crandall to share his incredible experience navigating trauma and how he is helping many others cope in a way that ignites their passion and allows them to live an epic life.

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://www.scienceofselfhelppodcast.com/40

Do you have any habits you wish you could change? In this episode, I’ll be looking deeper into what habits are, the common misconceptions that surround them, and how they can be changed. You will learn both fascinating and helpful facts about how our brains store information and how we can apply that to adjusting our behavior.

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://www.scienceofselfhelppodcast.com/39

Do you find yourself working endlessly on things but never being satisfied with the results? Do you have a hard time delegating? This is often due to perfectionism, and many of us struggle with it in one way or another. In this episode, I’ll unpack the truth about perfectionism, exploring where it is a positive trait and where it can be damaging.

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://www.scienceofselfhelppodcast.com/38

Have you ever pushed through fear to do something because you knew it would be good for you? Is it really necessary to be mentally or emotionally uncomfortable in order to grow? In this episode, I break down the science behind this common self-help theory and explain how discomfort and fear may work in your favor behind the scenes.

You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://www.scienceofselfhelppodcast.com/37