I think any of us, we come in and we've got like a laundry list of things that need cleaned up. But ideally, if we get that done and we sort of stay current, it's such a gift to me. When I worked in restaurants, you just learned to kind of clean as you go. If you don't, the kitchen's a disaster. And yeah, you start looking for ways to escape and it might not be drugs or alcohol but my most recent struggle has been with video games.
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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