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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Jul 4, 2024 • 18min
You’re Doing A Better Job Than You Think
Discover how to measure your success more accurately and feel good about your efforts while balancing work, relationships, health, and home responsibilities. Learn to navigate life with depression and anxiety using practical tools and explore the concept of managing life like a distribution manager with limited resources.
Jul 1, 2024 • 14min
What To Do When Your Empathy Becomes A Disability
Explore the challenges of being highly empathetic, from managing emotions to navigating social interactions. Learn practical tips like setting boundaries and connecting with nature to cope with intense empathy levels.
Jun 27, 2024 • 18min
4 Ways To Stop Waking Up Too Early
Learn about the struggles of early awakening and its impact on cognitive function. Discover how naps, circadian rhythms, and environmental factors can disrupt sleep. Explore the effects of caffeine and alcohol on waking up too early, and get tips for better sleep quality.
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Jun 24, 2024 • 22min
8 Oddly Specific Symptoms of Depression
Discover 8 uniquely specific symptoms of depression like escapism, soul-deep tiredness, muted colors, angry perfectionism, achievement anesthesia, and more, offering a deeper understanding of the emotional challenges faced by individuals dealing with depression.
Jun 20, 2024 • 14min
You Can’t Be Growing All The Time
The podcast explores the concept of periods of stagnation in personal growth, how struggles can halt progress unexpectedly, and the importance of self-compassion during dormant growth periods. It also discusses overcoming stagnation with the right resources and understanding setbacks as part of the natural cycle of growth.
Jun 17, 2024 • 16min
Why You Do Amazing, Then Fall Apart Sometimes
Explore the analogy of a 'high ceiling, low floor' life, with tips on self-care and routine-building for those experiencing extreme highs and lows. Learn practical tools for navigating life with depression and anxiety, including ways to sleep better without pills and mood Bloom games.
Jun 13, 2024 • 14min
How To Change The Channel In Your Mind
Learn how to navigate negative thoughts by changing the channel in your mind and engaging other 'advisors'. Discover why positive thinking often backfires and gain practical tools for managing depression and anxiety. Explore using physical movement to shift focus and mastering the channel changing technique for better mental wellbeing.
Jun 10, 2024 • 18min
Please Let There Be A Purpose To All This Pain
Explore the concept of finding purpose in pain through connecting life events. Learn about the 'Web' technique to trace the ripple effect of decisions and reflect on the role of pain in achievements and relationships. Discover practical tools for navigating life with depression and anxiety.
Jun 6, 2024 • 13min
The Person I Want To Be Doesn’t Exist
Explore the concept of not conforming to societal expectations and finding peace in individuality. Discover the journey of crafting a customized life and embracing uniqueness while defying societal norms.
Jun 3, 2024 • 22min
4 things you should never say to someone who is struggling (and what to say instead)
Learn about the epidemic of unhelpful responses to struggles, the importance of empathy over fixing, and constructive ways to support someone in distress. Discover practical tools for navigating depression and anxiety, including a self-help book and therapeutic games, along with resources for better sleep and professional therapy.
