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In this episode, we delve into a profound and often unseen battle with our guest, Jonathan Kemp. Despite being born into a world of privilege, Jonathan's early life was shaped by an inner struggle he couldn't name, leading him to believe he was never quite good enough. ‘Work harder!’- He was told. But it wasn’t that easy! Join us as he shares his journey of living with undiagnosed bipolar disorder, depression, and dyslexia, and how these invisible challenges impacted his life and career. This conversation offers a gentle yet powerful exploration of resilience,...
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Beat OCD with radical bravery
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OCD can ruin your life if you start living in avoidance and if you believe that all your catastrophic thoughts are the truth. Guilt, shame, embarrassment follow as OCD takes a grip of every aspect of your life and you limit your action in fear of feeling terrible. It seems to be impossible to get out of this powerful grip, but there’s more than one way through the darkness of OCD, and it starts with a single step. Join us as we explore the principles of Radical Bravery with insights from Renee Zukin's journey, learning how to take action and live your best life, even with OCD. ...
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AI & Your Health: The Future of Personalized Medical Care
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Shape your AI future
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Are we on the brink of an AI revolution that could reshape our lives in unimaginable ways? Are we worrying about losing our jobs and ways of going things as usual? This is a very real concern that can affect our emotional well being. This week, we sit down with Kristof Horompoly, Head of AI Risk Management at ValidMind and former Head of Responsible AI for JP Morgan Chase, to tackle the biggest questions surrounding artificial intelligence. Kristof, with his deep expertise in the field, helps us navigate the promises and perils of AI. We explore a profound paradox: what if AI could unlock new...
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AI Mastery for the Seasoned Mind.
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Are you a seasoned human aged 60 plus and and feeling a bit overwhelmed by the rapid pace of new technology, especially AI? Perhaps you've even watched videos suggesting that Artificial Intelligence might soon wipe away humanity, leaving you with a sense that this is the end. Rest assured, those anxieties are common, and this episode is designed to help you navigate them. We'll dive into your biggest concerns, from worries about losing control and the sheer complexity of new tech, to very real fears about losing privacy and the increasing risks of security threats like deepfakes. I am...
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Survive & Thrive in the AI Age
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AI tools: From growth to balance
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How is AI going to change the way we work, and is it really going to be a total disaster as some are forecasting? Or maybe there is a way that we can all gain something from it? Before we get into panic mode, let us learn about it. In this episode we focus on the ever changing artificial intelligence input into our lives and especially in the workplace. Zac Engler, CEO at Bodhi AI, writes about machine learning, AI, and how artificial intelligence is now becoming more than a tool. Machines are becoming partners, competitors, and mirrors, reflecting both the promise and peril of our...
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AI in the classroom: how will Artificial Intelligence impact our schooling system?
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As AI enters the classrooms, are we all going to become lazy and maybe lacking critical thinking? Dean Batson, a lecturer at Arizona State University, will address the issue. Dean teaches communication, persuasion, and consumer behavior and works with students of all ages, mostly Gen Z. In this interview, Dean will highlight what we’re getting wrong about AI in education and specifically: Why adaptability is the new communication superpower 2) How to teach students to spot bias, think deeper, and still own their ideas 3) What happens when people treat AI...
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info_outlineOCD can ruin your life if you start living in avoidance and if you believe that all your catastrophic thoughts are the truth. Guilt, shame, embarrassment follow as OCD takes a grip of every aspect of your life and you limit your action in fear of feeling terrible.
It seems to be impossible to get out of this powerful grip, but there’s more than one way through the darkness of OCD, and it starts with a single step. Join us as we explore the principles of Radical Bravery with insights from Renee Zukin's journey, learning how to take action and live your best life, even with OCD.
Renee’ suffered from OCD for decades and is now able to do many things that were previously restricted by her fears. This tender interview shows us that beating OCD is about choosing courage over fear, recognizing your power to change, and finding hope in unexpected places.
The final message from Renee’ is that you don't have to wait to feel good to start living. We'll show you how to become conscious of your thoughts, feelings, and actions to create the life you deserve. Hope is real, and it begins with you.
Topics Covered: OCD management, anxiety solutions, radical bravery, behavioral activation, overcoming fear, mental health hope, CBT, exposure therapy
Questions? Find Renee Zuni here: www.everydayimbrave.com
Buy her book! www.reneezukin.com
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Clarification: Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterized by a cycle of unwanted, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions). People with OCD perform compulsions in an attempt to reduce the distress caused by their obsessions, though this often provides only temporary relief and can reinforce the cycle. It's more than just being neat or particular; it significantly impacts daily life.
For OCD and anxiety, we mentioned behavioral activation, which helps by intentionally increasing engagement in activities that bring pleasure or a sense of accomplishment, even when feeling anxious or compelled to avoid. This counters avoidance behaviors, redirects focus away from obsessive thoughts or worries, and allows individuals to gradually confront feared situations, ultimately reinforcing healthier patterns and breaking the cycle of anxiety and compulsive rituals.