Joel Minden

Joel Minden, PhD, a licensed clinical psychologist and author, dives deep into anxiety management techniques. He discusses the 'over control dilemma', highlighting how relinquishing control can alleviate distress. Minden explores avoidance behaviors and the necessity of confronting fears for better coping. He offers strategies for managing panic attacks and emphasizes self-compassion and humor. The conversation encourages viewing anxiety as a challenge, advocating acceptance and proactivity to transform negative thought patterns into positive mental health.

In this engaging discussion, Joel Minden, a practicing clinician, shares valuable insights on managing daily stress. He emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between stress and anxiety, as well as the biology behind stress responses. The conversation dives into the role of sleep, diet, and exercise in reducing stress, while stressing the need for healthy boundaries in relationships. Joel also highlights techniques like breathwork, mindfulness, and finding joy in daily tasks as effective strategies to foster resilience and maintain a balanced mindset.

Dr. Joel Minden interviews Seth Gillahan about Mindful Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. They discuss the limitations of traditional CBT, the shift in perspective that comes with mindfulness, self-compassion for difficult emotions, the role of honesty in relationships, and the importance of self-compassion and compassion for others.