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Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joy
Joy Lab isn't your typical happiness podcast. We focus on strengthening your mental health with the science of joy, recognizing that joy can be tapped into even amidst experiences like depression, anxiety, stress, grief, and burnout. You can expect a blend of the best cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques, positive psychology practices, stress management techniques, and mindfulness skills. Each month we focus on building one Element of Joy such as gratitude, self-compassion, confidence…
Episodes
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyAnxiety Attack vs Panic Attack [ep. 111]
In this episode, we'll talk about two terms that are often used interchangeably: anxiety attacks and panic attacks. We'll distinguish between the two and talk…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyResolutions With a Healthier Twist [ep. 110]
Resolutions can often feel a bit too... heavy. Let's take a fresh perspective on resolutions and goal-setting. In this episode, we'll talk about leveraging the…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyComing Every Saturday... Resilience Lab! [ep. 109]
Joy Lab is back with an exciting new schedule that includes Wednesday Joy Lab episodes and Saturday Resilience Lab episodes! The latter will focus on common…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyDialogue with Your Soul Meditation + Journaling (Depression and Anxiety Coping Skills Podcourse) [ep. 108]
In this episode of Joy Lab Podcast, Dr. Henry Emmons guides us through a powerful guided meditation and journaling practice that we like to call: Dialogue With…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyDepression as a Sacred Experience (Depression and Anxiety Coping Skills Podcast) [ep. 107]
In this episode of JoyLab Podcast, Dr. Henry Emmons touches on the exploration of depression as a sacred experience that can serve as a vehicle for growth…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyThe Practice of Sympathetic Joy (Depression and Anxiety Coping Skills Podcourse: bonus lesson!) [ep. 106]
In this quick bonus episode, Dr. Henry Emmons will describe the simple way to practice sympathetic joy in daily life. About: The Joy Lab Podcast is an…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyHeart Opening Meditation (Depression and Anxiety Coping Skills Podcourse) [ep. 105]
Get comfortable and settle in for this heart opening meditation with Dr. Henry Emmons. Remember to simply observe, accepting whatever state your heart is in…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyDepression, Anxiety, & the Illusion of Separation (Depression and Anxiety Coping Skills Podcourse) [ep. 104]
In this episode of the Joy Lab podcast, Dr. Henry Emmons highlights the concept of the 'illusion of separation,' explaining that we are not isolated beings but…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joySympathetic Joy & Emotional Contagion (Bonus Replay for Our Depression and Anxiety Coping Skills Podcourse) [ep. 103]
In this episode of the Joy Lab podcast, hosts Dr. Henry Emmons and Dr. Aimee Prasek delve into the concept of sympathetic joy, a concept that encourages joy in…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyCompassion Meditation (Depression and Anxiety Coping Skills Podcourse)
This is a simple, yet powerful compassion meditation that you can do at any time. This practice can help create greater self-compassion and enhance your…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyCompassion and Mental Health: Cultivating a Good Heart (Depression and Anxiety Coping Skills Podcourse) [ep. 101]
In this episode, Dr. Henry Emmons explores how we can cultivate a good heart and its profound impact on our wellbeing, especially in overcoming challenges like…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyEmotional Reactivity Meditation (Depression and Anxiety Coping Skills Podcourse) [ep. 100]
Last episode, Dr. Emmons talked about emotional storms. This is a meditation to help practice with those storms. This meditation is something that's really…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyEmotional Reactivity & Emotional Storms: What's Happening and How to Cope (Depression & Anxiety Coping Skills Podcourse p. 22) [99]
In this episode, Dr. Henry Emmons talks about emotional reactivity and its profound relationship with anxiety and depression, especially recurring episodes of…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyMindful Emotions Meditation: A Guided Practice for Emotional Awareness and Stress Relief (Depression & Anxiety Coping Skills Podcourse p. 21) [98]
Emotions reside within us, and they manifest physically in our bodies. Discover the power of processing your emotions in this soothing meditation practice. You…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyEmotions and Mental Health: What Your Emotions Are Telling You & How To Be With Them (Depression & Anxiety Coping Skills Podcourse p. 20) [97]
This episode is all about the normal, daily emotions we encounter each day. Listen in as Dr. Henry Emmons discusses how emotions can serve as your compass…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyThoughts, Emotions, & The Trickiness Of The Mind (Depression & Anxiety Coping Skills Podcourse p. 19) [96]
In this episode, Dr. Henry Emmons highlights the power of thoughts, how they shape our reality, and how emotions are intricately connected. This trickiness of…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyGuided Mindfulness Meditation: Overthinking, Rumination, & Awareness of Thought (Depression & Anxiety Coping Skills Podcourse p. 18) [95]
In this meditation, you'll learn to connect with the observer within, the part of your mind that can step back and simply observe your thoughts. This is a…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyHow We Add to Our Own Stress: Overthinking, Rumination, and the Second Arrow (Depression & Anxiety Coping Skills Podcourse p. 17) [94]
In this episode, Dr. Henry Emmons will talk about overthinking and the art of calming an unquiet mind... which is essential in today's busy, high-stimuli…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyThe Power of Gratitude — How It Changes Your Brain When You're Stressed Out (Depression & Anxiety Coping Skills Podcourse p. 16) [93]
We're diving deep into the science and soul of gratitude in this episode. Learn how it can positively impact your relationships, physical health, mental…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyThe Relationship Between Stress, Overthinking, & Suffering (Depression & Anxiety Coping Skills Podcourse p. 15) [92]
Stress can be relentless, negatively impacting our mental health and wellbeing. But, it's not all about the stressors. So often, it's not the actual stressor…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyMindfulness Skills To Be More Present & Heartfulness Skills To Be More Open (Depression & Anxiety Coping Skills Podcourse p. 14) [91]
We're entering a new phase of our podcourse... We're shifting from more body-focused strategies to explore two crucial dimensions of our being: the mind and…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyNatural Treatments For Depression & Anxiety Can Accompany Medications (Depression & Anxiety Coping Skills Podcourse p. 13) [90]
Here's an important reminder about medications and depression and anxiety: You don't have to choose between medication or a "natural" approach. A truly…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joySupplements & Vitamins to Support Mental Health (Depression & Anxiety Coping Skills Podcourse p. 12) [89]
Have you wondered if supplements or vitamins might help mental health? There's some good science to say that a few key supplements can offer some much needed…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyCan What You Eat Really Impact Your Mental Health? (Depression & Anxiety Coping Skills Podcourse p. 11) [88]
In this episode, Dr. Emmons will talk about the connection between diet and depression and anxiety. And even though there's a powerful link there, we can still…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyCan Exercise Really Help Depression and Anxiety? (Depression & Anxiety Coping Skills Podcourse p. 10) [87]
What if there was a treatment that was nearly always helpful for depression and anxiety, had few to no side effects, and was accessible to everybody? You'd…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyYou Aren't Alone In Your Struggles. Recognize Your Connections With Self-Compassion (Encore for Depression & Anxiety Coping Skills Podcourse p. 9) [86]
Self-compassion is the secret sauce to making positive changes in your life. It really is a primary fuel for transformation. In this episode, we're diving deep…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyLoosen Self-Judgment & Boost Self-Kindness With Self-Compassion (Encore for Depression & Anxiety Coping Skills Podcourse p. 8) [85]
Are self-criticism, guilt, and shame holding you back? Join the club, right?! So often, we are our own worst critic and are so hard on ourselves. In this…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyDon't Believe Everything You Think About Yourself: CBT Techniques + Self-Compassion Skills For Mental Health (Encore for Depression & Anxiety Coping Skills Podcourse p. 7) [84]
In this episode, we dive deep into the essential topic of self-compassion. We'll highlight the importance of self-compassion, especially in countering negative…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joySupplements & Vitamins To Support Sleep (Depression & Anxiety Coping Skills Podcourse p. 6) [83]
In this episode, we explore how supplements can help with three common sleep struggles: problems falling asleep, problems staying asleep, and waking up too…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyCan't Sleep? Here's What You Need to Know About Sleep Problems & Mental Health (Depression & Anxiety Coping Skills Podcourse p. 5) [82]
In this episode, Henry takes you on a journey to uncover the remarkable science behind sleep and its pivotal role in depression, anxiety, and overall…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyThe Subtypes of Depression & Anxiety: What You Need To Know (Depression & Anxiety Coping Skills Podcourse p. 4) [81]
Are you tired of not finding answers that resonate with your unique experience of depression, anxiety, or stress? In this episode, we're breaking down the…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyThe Science of Hope: Your Innate Resilience & Power To Create Change In Your Life (Depression and Anxiety Coping Skills Podcourse p. 3) [80]
If you've experienced years of depression and anxiety, it may seem like that's just your "new normal" and the way things will always be. But, that's just not…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyWhat Depression Actually Is: A Holistic, Mind-Body-Heart Perspective (Depression and Anxiety Coping Skills Podcourse p. 2) [79]
Most definitions of depression make it sound like a universal, clear-cut state of "dysfunction." We don't think that's true. At Joy Lab, we believe in a…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyDepression and Anxiety Coping Skills: An Introduction to Joy Lab's Podcourse [78]
In this episode, we're introducing our podcourse! Expect to learn key coping skills for depression, anxiety, and chronic stress. However, "coping skills"…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyDepression, Joy, & Happiness: Understand The Differences To Build Your Mental Health (encore) [77]
What the heck is Joy Lab? And what is joy? Good questions! We talked about these things a LONG time ago and thought it timely to share this episode again. This…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyLove Yourself First: Learning The Five Lessons on Loving Well (encore) [76]
The theme of this episode is Love. Not the rom-com version of love, but the genuine deep connection that we all long for. And even though love is all around…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyGuided Mindfulness Meditation: You Are Not Alone; You Belong & Are Connected [75]
Are you feeling the weight of loneliness or disconnection and their impact on your mental health? Join in as Henry guides you through a powerful meditation…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyThe Power of Mindfulness & Solitude for Mental Health, Stress Relief, & To Recover Your Energy [74]
In our previous episode, we explored the darker sides of isolation and loneliness, but this time, we're shedding light on the positive power of being alone…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyFeeling Lonely & Disconnected? Even In A Crowd? Here's Why It Happens & Coping Skills To Help [73]
In this episode, we're diving into a crucial topic that affects so many of us: loneliness and isolation. We're here to guide you through the science, emotions…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyWhat To Do When You're Stuck In Blaming, Overanalyzing, Should-ing, & Separating Yourself [72]
Do you find yourself frequently stuck blaiming yourself, overanalyzing your moves, getting stuck in what you "should" have said/done, and then separating…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyA Guided Meditation to Uncover Your Creativity & Playful Nature [71]
Are you feeling like the playful YOU that once existed has fallen away? Or maybe you've watched other people move through their day with a fun spirit that you…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyThe Role of Play in Depression, Anxiety, & Chronic Stress (encore) [70]
Fun rarely gets attention when it comes to mental health. And that's a huge oversight, because fun (or play) is a really powerful concept when it comes to good…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyCalming A Busy Mind: How Silence Enlarges Your Life and Provides Real Stress Relief (mental health listening p.8) [69]
In this episode, we're exploring our seventh and final aspect of deep listening which is "silence." Ironically, silence is a powerful practice to help open up…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyStuck In Your Thoughts? How Wonder Can Help You Get Unstuck & Break A Rumination Cycle (mental health listening p.7) [68]
In this episode, we're exploring the sixth aspect of deep listening which is "wonder." As it relates to listening, this aspect helps us keep our curiosity and…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyYou Don't Have to Be So Hard On Yourself: Allowing Space for Your Truths & Growth (mental health listening p.6) [67]
In this episode, we're exploring our element of awe alongside the fifth aspect of deep listening which is "allowing." When it comes to listening, allowing…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyHow Seeing The Goodness In Others Can Change How You See Yourself & The World (mental health listening p.5) [66]
In this episode, we're exploring our element of curiosity alongside the fourth aspect of deep listening which is "seeing the goodness in others." And even…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joySee Your Innocence: Releasing Self-Criticism & Giving Yourself the Compassion You Deserve (mental health listening p.4) [65]
In this episode, we're exploring our element of curiosity alongside the third aspect of deep listening which is "seeing the person's innocence." This can be a…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyHow to Direct Your Attention Where You Want It to Calm Anxious Thoughts (mental health listening p.3) [64]
We're working on "Attention" in this episode, the second aspect of deep listening and also a skill that boosts our curiosity. Listen in for how to direct your…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyHow to Be More Present, Tap Into Curiosity, & Build Mindfulness Skills to Support Your Mental Health (mental health listening p.2) [63]
In this episode, we're exploring our element of Curiosity and the power of presence. Present-moment attention fuels curiosity, allowing you to "see what is"…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyCalming An Anxious Mind With Curiosity & the Power of Deep Listening (mental health listening p.1) [62]
In this episode, we're exploring our element Curiosity. We'll talk about using curiosity to reduce anxiety and at the same time how more curious folks can…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyCreating Deep Connections, Even for Introverts (Roots of Resilience Series p.9) [61]
In this episode, we're talking about "Creating Deep Connections" and how those connections are essential for our resilience, mental health, and hope. And fear…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyCultivating a Good Heart for Mental Health (Roots of Resilience Series p.8) [60]
In this episode, we're talking about "Cultivating a Good Heart," which may seem like a weird topic for mental health. The truth is that we're not just a brain…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyTurning Toward the Uncomfortable Feelings (Roots of Resilience Series p.7) [59]
In this episode, we're talking about turning toward those uncomfortable feelings that we may want to run from or push down. Instead, if we want those feelings…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyCalming the Mind & Building Resilience (Roots of Resilience Series p.6 [58]
As you may know, we're still adventuring through The Roots of Resilience (laid out in one of Dr. Emmons book, The Chemistry of Calm). In this episode, we're…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyResilience, Hope, & Mental Health (Roots of Resilience Series p.5) [57]
In this episode, we're working on our element Hope... and resilience as well! As you may know, we're still adventuring through The Roots of Resilience (laid…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyAligning With Nature and Bio-Rhythms to Boost Mood & Resilience (Roots of Resilience Series p.4) [56]
In this episode, we're working on our element of Resilience and exploring the third "Root of Resilience" known as aligning with nature. The Roots of Resilience…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyEnergy Thieves & Managing Energy With Supplements, Diet, & Exercise (Roots of Resilience Series p.3) [55]
In this episode, we're working on our element of Resilience and exploring the second Root of Resilience known as managing energy. The Roots of Resilience were…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyBalancing Brain Chemistry With Supplements & Diet (Roots of Resilience Series p.2) [54]
In this episode, we're working on our element of Resilience and exploring the first "Root of Resilience" known as balancing brain chemistry. The Roots of…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyA More Holistic Approach to Mental Health (Roots of Resilience Series p.1) [53]
In this episode, we're working on our element of Resilience. And even if you feel the opposite of resilient right now, we'll discuss more about how each of us…
Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joyYou're Not The Worst Thing You've Done: Coping With & Cleaning Up Past Mistakes & Messes With More Self-Compassion (Equanimity & Mental Health Series p. 5) [52]
In this equanimity series, we've worked through this process of an emotional storm and how we can use equanimity to get us through with less suffering. In this…