Episode
#358 - Dr Samantha Boardman - Positive Psychology's Lessons For Coping With Stress
1:06:14
Published: Sat Aug 14 2021
Description
Dr Samantha Boardman is a psychiatrist and an author. Divorces, bankruptcies and moving house are major stresses. But what about the micro-stressors we deal with every day, how much do they contribute to diminishing our wellbeing and what can we do to stop that from happening? Expect to learn which activities studies say are most effective for making you resilient to stress, how to break a downward spiral in your growth, why discomfort is a feature not a bug, how creating a persona can give you confidence and much more... Sponsors: Get £70+ of free upgrades on amazing design work from 99designs by Vistaprint at https://99designs.com/modernwisdom (discount automatically applied) Get 20% discount on the highest quality CBD Products from Pure Sport at https://puresportcbd.com/modernwisdom (use code: MW20) Extra Stuff: Buy Ready For Anything - https://amzn.to/3lS5wpR Follow Samantha on Twitter - https://twitter.com/sambmd Get my free Reading List of 100 books to read before you die → https://chriswillx.com/books/ To support me on Patreon (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/modernwisdom - Get in touch. Join the discussion with me and other like minded listeners in the episode comments on the MW YouTube Channel or message me... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ModernWisdomPodcast Email: https://chriswillx.com/contact/
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00:00 - 05:46 (05:46)
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99designs by Vista Print offers professional graphic design services for creating custom designs like websites, logos, and packaging. They are offering a free power pack upgrade and you can get 20% off all full-priced items by using code MW20 at checkout on pure sports CBD.com slash modern wisdom.
Episode#358 - Dr Samantha Boardman - Positive Psychology's Lessons For Coping With Stress
PodcastModern Wisdom
Focusing on positive emotions can act as scaffolding against the annoyances of everyday life, helping to cultivate mindfulness and appreciation for things that are beautiful or interesting.
05:46 - 11:52 (06:05)
Summary
Focusing on positive emotions can act as scaffolding against the annoyances of everyday life, helping to cultivate mindfulness and appreciation for things that are beautiful or interesting.
Episode#358 - Dr Samantha Boardman - Positive Psychology's Lessons For Coping With Stress
PodcastModern Wisdom
This episode discusses how music has the power to help us cope with stressful situations and improve our mental health.
11:52 - 20:13 (08:21)
Summary
This episode discusses how music has the power to help us cope with stressful situations and improve our mental health.
Episode#358 - Dr Samantha Boardman - Positive Psychology's Lessons For Coping With Stress
PodcastModern Wisdom
The importance of putting ourselves in uncomfortable and uneasy positions is discussed, rather than focusing on solely being comfortable all the time.
20:13 - 24:56 (04:42)
Summary
The importance of putting ourselves in uncomfortable and uneasy positions is discussed, rather than focusing on solely being comfortable all the time.
Episode#358 - Dr Samantha Boardman - Positive Psychology's Lessons For Coping With Stress
PodcastModern Wisdom
Tips on how to make it easier to achieve your goals by lowering the activation energy, such as preparing for the task beforehand to make it more accessible or breaking down the task into smaller pieces.
24:56 - 27:59 (03:02)
Summary
Tips on how to make it easier to achieve your goals by lowering the activation energy, such as preparing for the task beforehand to make it more accessible or breaking down the task into smaller pieces.
Episode#358 - Dr Samantha Boardman - Positive Psychology's Lessons For Coping With Stress
PodcastModern Wisdom
The wellness industry can make us think that certain products or lifestyle changes are the solutions to our problems, but it's important to focus on what we truly value in life and prioritize healthy habits, even if they seem unexciting.
27:59 - 32:47 (04:47)
Summary
The wellness industry can make us think that certain products or lifestyle changes are the solutions to our problems, but it's important to focus on what we truly value in life and prioritize healthy habits, even if they seem unexciting.
Episode#358 - Dr Samantha Boardman - Positive Psychology's Lessons For Coping With Stress
PodcastModern Wisdom
Spending time outdoors, also known as forest-bathing in Japan, can serve as an on-ramp to depression; however, pairing it with something else like podcast listening or giving it some structure with a workout can have the opposite effect.
32:47 - 38:06 (05:19)
Summary
Spending time outdoors, also known as forest-bathing in Japan, can serve as an on-ramp to depression; however, pairing it with something else like podcast listening or giving it some structure with a workout can have the opposite effect. Even small amounts of time spent outdoors, such as walking through a park on the way to school, can lead to reduced symptoms of attentional issues.
Episode#358 - Dr Samantha Boardman - Positive Psychology's Lessons For Coping With Stress
PodcastModern Wisdom
The pandemic has highlighted the value of frontline hospital workers, who not only clean, cook and market but also impact the health of human beings.
38:06 - 42:35 (04:29)
Summary
The pandemic has highlighted the value of frontline hospital workers, who not only clean, cook and market but also impact the health of human beings. Feeling part of the healthcare institution contributes to job satisfaction and well-being.
Episode#358 - Dr Samantha Boardman - Positive Psychology's Lessons For Coping With Stress
PodcastModern Wisdom
In this episode, the guest discusses the importance of therapy in helping people achieve autonomy, competence, and relatedness, which are the three essential components of happiness.
42:35 - 1:00:00 (17:24)
Summary
In this episode, the guest discusses the importance of therapy in helping people achieve autonomy, competence, and relatedness, which are the three essential components of happiness. She emphasizes the significance of embodying resilience, actions, and self-efficacy to overcome the fear of change and limiting beliefs about oneself.