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Overcoming Depression and Finding Joy
22:20 - 32:34 (10:14)
Depression, grief, and addiction all impact the brain's ability to experience positive emotions and take joy in everyday life. Caregiving for animals has been shown to be a powerful way to heal and overcome depression.
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Depression, grief, and addiction all have a similar effect on the brain's ability to experience positive motivation and take joy in everyday life.
22:20 - 27:16 (04:56)
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Depression, grief, and addiction all have a similar effect on the brain's ability to experience positive motivation and take joy in everyday life. Studies have shown changes in the brain's structure that can only be compared to what is seen in the most cutting-edge neurological treatments for depression, following experiences of defeat or trauma.
ChapterOvercoming Depression and Finding Joy
Episode1006 The Positive Side of Stress & Science of Self-Control w/Kelly McGonigal
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker discusses their experience with meditation and healing through animal care and the support of a community.
27:16 - 32:34 (05:18)
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The speaker discusses their experience with meditation and healing through animal care and the support of a community. They reference research studies showing the positive effects of caring for animals on individuals who have experienced childhood trauma.