The Psychology of Depression and Anxiety - Dr. Scott Eilers
Scott Eilers
There are people who understand depression and anxiety on a personal level and there are people who understand depression and anxiety on a medical level. There are relatively few people who understand both, and I’m one of them. As a clinical psychologist I have a doctorate degree and thousands of hours of professional experience providing treatment for mood and anxiety disorders. I also have 39 years of personal experience managing mood and anxiety disorders as I myself deal with these struggles. This podcast is my attempt to synthesize my personal knowledge with my professional knowledge.
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Apr 1, 2024 • 27min
3 Reasons Why Getting Better Can Feel Worse
Exploring why improving mental health doesn't always lead to feeling better emotionally, the podcast discusses the emergence of non-pathological feelings and vulnerability. It breaks down three reasons for this phenomenon and offers practical tools for navigating life with depression and anxiety. The speaker emphasizes the challenges of managing change, expectations in mental health recovery, fear of progress, and understanding 'lifestyle creep'.
Mar 28, 2024 • 25min
Stop Telling Yourself Stories That Hurt You
Explore how self-induced emotional stress can be managed easily by understanding the factors of objective and subjective stress. Learn practical tools for decreasing emotional pain and organizing mental health goals. Discover the influence of beliefs on perceptions of events and how detaching negative stories from experiences can reduce suffering. Emphasizing the importance of exploring multiple perspectives for understanding life events.
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Mar 25, 2024 • 17min
How to tell the difference between healthy and unhealthy social withdrawal
Exploring the challenges introverted individuals face in navigating social interactions and the importance of distinguishing between healthy solitude and unhealthy isolation. The podcast provides insights on maintaining a balance between recharging in solitude and engaging socially, with practical tools for managing mental health goals.
Mar 21, 2024 • 24min
3 Things I Do When Existence Feels Like A Burden
Discover practical strategies for navigating life with depression and anxiety. Explore the importance of self-care and resilience amidst mental health challenges. Learn three crucial rules to help manage overwhelming emotions and find meaning in tough times.
Mar 18, 2024 • 21min
What to do if you have no normal to return to
Explore therapeutic approaches for individuals without a baseline of normalcy, focusing on self-care, self-worth, and developing a supportive inner dialogue. Learn the significance of self-validation, self-compassion, and internal support for mental well-being. Discover how personal struggles and uniqueness can lead to finding purpose in life.
Mar 14, 2024 • 19min
Loving yourself does NOT make you a narcissist - hating yourself DOES make you depressed
The podcast discusses the misapplication of terms like 'narcissist' and 'depressed' in pop culture, leading to real psychological consequences. It explores the importance of self-love, compassion, forgiveness, and validation for mental well-being. Emphasizes the need to shift towards a balanced approach to self-esteem and relationships for a healthier mindset.
Mar 13, 2024 • 20min
6 Ways To Stay (Semi) Functional During Depressive Episodes
Explore practical tips for staying functional during depressive episodes, including leveraging tasks, maintaining physical activity, and effective strategies for managing mental health. Learn how to prioritize essential tasks, avoid burnout, and seek help when needed to navigate life with depression and anxiety.
Mar 7, 2024 • 14min
2 Essential Truths and 3 Non-Negotiables Of Living With Mental Illness
Explore the challenges and rewards of managing mental illness, prioritize self-care and acceptance, establish non-negotiable practices for well-being, focus on personal development, social engagement, and sufficient sleep, and set boundaries to prevent exhaustion while living with a chronic mental illness.
Mar 4, 2024 • 10min
How To Cut Off The Catastrophic Thoughts In Your Mind
Learn how to intercept catastrophic thoughts in your mind with practical tools shared weekly by Dr. Scott Eilers. Explore analyzing thought patterns, intervening in negative beliefs, and mastering the skill of challenging catastrophic thinking to improve mental perspective.
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Feb 29, 2024 • 27min
What I Do When I Feel Like I Don’t Belong In This World
Exploring feelings of disconnect, emptiness, and intense longing in a journey to find belonging. Delve into coping mechanisms, mental health struggles, and the impact of feeling misplaced. Discover the speaker's quest for fulfillment and authenticity amidst emotional turbulence.
