Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/491drjuliesmith

Dr. Julie Smith (IG: @drjulie) has over ten years of experience as a clinical psychologist and is one of the first professionals to use TikTok to give insights on therapy.

She launched her TikTok channel with the mission of making top-quality mental health education accessible to all.

Today we’re discussing Dr. Julie’s book, Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? It gives Everyday Tools for LIfe’s Ups & Downs.

In this episode, we discuss:

The 5 foundations of good mental health
How to form new habits
Stop holding onto perfectionism
What is the spotlight effect?
Stress can absolutely be your friend
It's time to prioritize your sleep
Dr. Julie’s rise to TikTok stardom
Practice acceptance and commitment therapy
How to create values & goals in your life
Trust your own judgment
Why you need both routine and adventure in your life
How to make a self-soothing box
Understanding how to work with your emotions
Mindfulness is a valuable tool for tackling rumination
Learn from your experiences
What is your idea of a meaningful life?
Do you have a fear of death?
Social connection is everything
How to use mindfulness every day
Your mental health influences your physical health
Breathwork is a powerful tool to manage anxiety
How to grow your confidence
Be willing to be vulnerable
The power of journaling

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Related links:

Dr. Julie Smith - Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? (book)

Dr. Julie Smith's website

Follow Dr. Julie Smith on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok

Hannah Fry (books)

Dr. Andrew Huberman

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