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Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health
Jellis Vaes
60 episodes
5 days ago
For those who feel ready to embark on their mental health journey: welcome to Inner Path Seekers, your go-to mental health support platform. We all know working on yourself can be scary, but you don't have to do it alone. On this podcast, hosted by Jellis Vaes—an aspiring clinical psychologist who once battled severe emotional issues—you'll gain valuable insights from experts in psychology, neuroscience, relationships, and folks like you and me.
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For those who feel ready to embark on their mental health journey: welcome to Inner Path Seekers, your go-to mental health support platform. We all know working on yourself can be scary, but you don't have to do it alone. On this podcast, hosted by Jellis Vaes—an aspiring clinical psychologist who once battled severe emotional issues—you'll gain valuable insights from experts in psychology, neuroscience, relationships, and folks like you and me.
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Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health
What a Decade in Palliative Care Taught Me About Grief, Loss, and Living [Loss & Grief Ep 4]

Grief and loss touch us all, yet they’re often the hardest to talk about. In this episode, I speak with Bridget Sumser, a licensed clinical social worker with over a decade in palliative and end-of-life care.

She has stood by the bedsides of hundreds of dying people, trains professionals in palliative principles, co-edited Palliative Care: A Guide for Health Social Workers (2019), and works with Mettle Health offering online support.

If you’ve lost someone or simply want to better understand grief, I truly hope this episode can bring you comfort, insight, and guidance.

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📚The IPS Academy📚

If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out ⁠The IPS Academy⁠, where we offer online courses taught by guests here on the podcast.

Simply go to ⁠https://theipsproject.com/academy⁠. Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course.

Again, check them out at ⁠https://theipsproject.com/academy⁠

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1 month ago
1 hour 14 minutes 13 seconds

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health
I Lost My Son. How to Navigate the Depths of Grief with Phil Cohen [Loss & Grief Ep 3]

Show notes can be found here: https://theipsproject.com/2025/08/phil-cohen/

Phil Cohen lost his 14-year-old son, Perry, at sea in 2015. What followed was a journey through grief that transformed his life. It’s not a journey Phil ever wished for. Nor is it for anyone when they lose someone dear to them.

In this conversation, Phil Cohen, also known as The Grief Guy, shares his profound journey of loss and how he navigated the depths of grief—so that you may hopefully find insights, takeaways, and, most of all, support if you are going through your own grieving process.

Today, Phil helps others who have lost someone through his workshops, which you can learn more about at philcohen.com.

I sincerely hope this episode, along with the others we have done and will do in this series on grief and loss, provides some light—a beacon of hope—through the darkness you may be walking.

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2 months ago
1 hour 7 seconds

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health
My Dad Died When I Was 9, My Mom When I Was 11 | Frank Watkinson [Loss & Grief Ep 2]

Show notes for this episode can be found here: https://theipsproject.com/2025/07/both-my-parents-died-frank-watkinson/

In this series episode on loss and grief, I sit down with Frank Watkinson, also known as Virtual Grandad. A YouTube musician with over 1 million subscribers, Frank, who is quite the rockstar, talks to us about his experiences with loss and grief.

Frank lost his dad when he was 9 years old, and just a few years later, at 11, he lost his mom as well. Thus, he became a foster child.

We don’t talk much about loss and grief in Western society, and there isn’t much space for these conversations. Often, we’re expected to ‘move on’ as quickly as possible. Yet, it’s only when you lose someone dear that you realize it’s not such a simple task.

Hopefully, this episode—and the others we’ve done—can provide a space, a moment where you can feel that there is no rush and no judgment, that you can allow feelings like grief to be there if you’ve recently lost someone, or even if it’s been years.

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3 months ago
39 minutes 18 seconds

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health
How I Dealt with Losing My Mom at a Young Age | Laura Maliszewska [Loss & Grief Ep 1]

In this series of Inner Path Seekers, we open up a conversation about loss and grief—a topic often whispered about but rarely given the space it deserves.

We take the time to do just that by speaking with psychologists and health experts who specialize in grief, as well as with people who have experienced the deep pain of losing someone they love. In this episode, we sit down with Laura Maliszewska.

Laura shares her deeply personal journey of losing her mother, Sylvia, to pleural cancer six years ago, just as Laura was turning 24.

She speaks openly about witnessing her mother’s seven-year battle with cancer and tells the story of Sylvia—a physical education teacher who became a beacon of strength for everyone around her, continuing to run marathons and lift weights even as she faced her illness.

This episode explores the raw, often messy complexities of grief, reminding us that it is not a straight path, and it’s okay to have ups and downs along the way.

But it’s also a path we don’t have to walk alone. We hope that these conversations on grief and loss offer you comfort, answers, and a sense of support if you are moving through a season of loss yourself—and that this first episode with Laura might help you feel a little less alone in it.

Show notes for this episode can be found here: https://theipsproject.com/2025/06/losing-my-mom-at-a-young-age-laura-maliszewska/

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4 months ago
1 hour 14 minutes 47 seconds

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health
I Nearly Gave Up on Life — How to Overcome Severe Depression [Depression Ep 6]

Show notes for this episode can be found here: https://theipsproject.com/2025/06/coping-with-teen-depression/

In this episode, I'm opening up about something deeply personal I've never fully shared before: my journey through depression during my teenage years.From ages 12 to 18, my life often felt like a blur—a confusing and lonely time marked by self-isolation, self-harm, and a constant need to escape reality.

Over the last 14 years, I've had a lot of time to think about that period in my life and about why I ended up with such severe depression.Combined with my studies in psychology (I'm currently studying to become a clinical psychologist), I’ve started to see more and more of the puzzle pieces—the ingredients—that led to this dish called depression.

My goal here isn’t just to tell my story, but to shed light on the common “ingredients” that often contribute to depression.

Through my psychology studies, I’ve seen these patterns show up repeatedly, and if you’re struggling with depression, you might recognize them in your own life too.

Of course, I’m also sharing what finally helped me get out of that depression. I could have shared countless things, but looking back, there were only three that truly had a significant impact on me.

And I believe they can have an impact on you as well—not only because they changed my life so deeply, but also because I’ve seen them come up again and again in my psychology training.

Whether you're currently struggling with depression, supporting a loved one, or simply curious about mental health, I hope this video offers insight, hope, and a sense that you’re not alone.

If you're looking to talk to someone, know that I’m here. You can always get in touch with me through email or on Instagram. Whilst I might not reply right away, I will respond.

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4 months ago
30 minutes 33 seconds

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health
“You Have a Chemical Imbalance,” the Doctor Told Joe Tudor [Depression Ep 5]

Joe Tudor, the founder of Reconnect—a platform that provides tools and organizes events that help people deal with their mental health and connect with others going through similar experiences—once faced depression and struggled with his own mental health. This experience inspired him to start Reconnect.

In this episode, Joe shares his story and what his journey through depression looked like. While this episode won’t magically cure you if you’re currently facing depression, hearing the stories of others—how they navigated it and found their way through—can provide hope, help you feel less alone, and possibly guide you toward taking a step forward.

At least, that is my sincere hope—and I can only assume Joe shares that hope—that this conversation might be meaningful for you.

Show notes for this episode can be found here: https://theipsproject.com/2025/03/joe-tudor/

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7 months ago
56 minutes 51 seconds

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health
Antidepressants Don’t Work: How to Cure Your Depression | Dr. David Burns [Depression Ep 4]

In this episode, Dr. David Burns, a Stanford psychiatrist and a true legend in the world of psychology, joins us on the Inner Path Seekers podcast to talk about depression and how to truly cure it. Dr. Burns has been at the forefront of pushing the mental health space forward.

You'll learn more about what really causes depression, why the chemical imbalance theory is flawed, and how antidepressants are no more effective than a placebo. You'll also discover various tools, techniques, and insights to help yourself if you're struggling with depression or to support someone you know who is struggling with depression.

Show notes can be found here: https://theipsproject.com/2025/03/treat-depression-without-meds-dr-david-burns/

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📚The IPS Academy📚

If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests here on the podcast.

Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to https://theipsproject.com/academy.

Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at https://theipsproject.com/academy.

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7 months ago
1 hour 11 minutes 55 seconds

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health
How I Learned to Live with Depression: Angelica Galluzzo's Journey [Depression Ep 3]

In this conversation, Angelica Galluzzo, a mental health advocate, shares her personal journey with depression, discussing its ongoing impact on her life, the path to diagnosis, and the coping mechanisms she has developed over the years.

If, after the conversation, you’d like to spend more time with Angelica and learn from her insights, be sure to check out her mental health podcast, The Revolutionized Mind, and her TEDx talk, Learning to Live with Clinical Depression.

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8 months ago
31 minutes 3 seconds

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health
How I Overcame My 4-Year Battle with Depression | Elaine D. [Depression Ep 2]

In this deeply personal episode, Elaine shares her journey through four years of struggling with depression, shedding light on the often invisible challenges of preserving one’s mental health. She opens up about the emotional battles she faced, the misconceptions surrounding depression, and the resilience she built through adversity.

Living with depression can strip life of its color. It is painful, can feel hopeless, and often leads to deep loneliness. While hearing the stories of others who have faced depression may not magically fix what you’re going through, it can offer reassurance that you are not alone. More importantly, it may provide a sense of understanding and hope.

Follow Elaine’s adventures on Drako Adventure: https://www.youtube.com/@Drakoadventure

Resources mentioned in this episode:

  • Carl Jung (Carl Jung was a Swiss psychiatrist and psychoanalyst who founded analytical psychology. He introduced concepts like the collective unconscious, archetypes, individuation, and synchronicity, deeply influencing psychology, philosophy, and spirituality.)
  • Ho’oponopono (Ho‘oponopono is a traditional Hawaiian practice of reconciliation and forgiveness centered on healing relationships through repentance, gratitude, and love, often using the mantra: “I'm sorry; please forgive me. Thank you. I love you.”)
  • Kintsugi (Kintsugi is the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery using lacquer mixed with gold, silver, or platinum, embracing flaws and imperfections as part of an object's history and beauty.)
  • Think and Grow Rich (Think and Grow Rich is a personal development and self-help book by Napoleon Hill, outlining 13 principles for success based on mindset, desire, faith, and persistence, emphasizing the power of thoughts in achieving wealth and personal achievement.)

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📚The IPS Academy📚

If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast.

Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to https://theipsproject.com/academy.

Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course . Again, check them out at https://theipsproject.com/academy.

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8 months ago
49 minutes 44 seconds

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health
How I Got out of My Depression | Jonathan Schoenmaker [Depression Ep 1]

Depression is a significant global health concern. It's a common mental health issue that many people experience in their lifetime. However, like many mental health topics, it still carries a stigma, and for many, it's a challenge to talk openly about it.

At Inner Path Seekers, we want to dedicate some episodes to the topic of depression, inviting several people who have struggled with it and overcome it to share their experiences. We hope their stories will provide valuable insights to anyone—possibly you—who is struggling with depression.

In this episode, Jonathan Schoenmaker, who delivered a TEDx Talk in 2019 titled "How I Overcame Depression by Just Sitting Around," shares how he managed to overcome depression.

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8 months ago
29 minutes 15 seconds

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health
Why You Keep Failing at That One Thing You Want to See Changed

Are you feeling stuck in life? Whether it’s in your relationships, career, health, personal growth, or even hobbies, it’s all too common to feel like you’re running into the same walls again and again.

In this video, you’ll learn why that might be the case and explore a simple but incredibly effective technique to break free from the cycle.

______ 📚The IPS Academy📚 If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast.

Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to https://theipsproject.com/academy.

Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at https://theipsproject.com/academy.

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9 months ago
5 minutes 55 seconds

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health
Easy Choices, Hard Life. Hard Choices, Easy Life: How to Grow as a Person

Life is full of moments when we stand at a crossroads, faced with three options:

  1. Stay Still: Avoid the decision, remain in your comfort zone, and risk stagnation.

  2. Take the Destructive Route: Fall back on unhealthy habits or coping mechanisms.

  3. Choose Growth: Take the hard but rewarding path of self-improvement and personal growth.

While standing still might feel safe and destructive habits may seem familiar, both ultimately lead to a difficult and unhappy life. Growth, on the other hand, is the harder choice—it means confronting fears, stepping into the unknown, and taking responsibility for the situation we are in. Without a doubt, it is the hard path. However, it will ultimately lead to a much easier, more meaningful, and happier life.

In this video/episode, learn more about these paths, as well as an additional tool—the cognitive triangle—and how these two tools can help you choose the path of growth more frequently.

______ 📚The IPS Academy📚 If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast.

Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to https://theipsproject.com/academy.

Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at https://theipsproject.com/academy.

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10 months ago
12 minutes 5 seconds

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health
8 Ways to Handle Pain and Suffering | Insights That Changed My Life

In this video, I open up about the challenges I've faced in life: losing my dad at a young age, living with heart disease, enduring years of depressive thoughts, surviving sudden cardiac arrest, and today, battling chronic health issues. By sharing my journey of dealing with suffering and pain, I hope to offer insights and perspectives that may resonate with you. My goal is for this video to introduce new ways of dealing with suffering and pain or serve as a reminder of strategies that might help lighten your burden—even if just a little. _____

Resources Mentioned:

Books

  • Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl

  • When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi

Episode’s

  • Quadruple Amputee Alex Lewis: Finding Your Way Out of Hell—and Thriving

  • Lessons about Life and Death from a Cancer and a Cardiac Arrest Survivor | Dr. Martin Inderbitzin and Jellis Vaes

  • How to Handle Pain and Suffering with Dr. Martin Inderbitzin | Pancreatic Cancer Survivor & Neuroscientist

  • Martin Inderbitzin: A Survival Story of Pancreatic Cancer – The Lessons, The Hardships and Becoming a Triathlete

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11 months ago
25 minutes 30 seconds

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health
How to Get the Most Out of Life: Use The Time-Bucket Strategy

Imagine going to the beach in winter to sunbathe. Technically, you can, but in most countries, it’s not the ideal season for that. It will be cold, windy, and likely rainy. We often don’t think of life this way, but in many ways, life has seasons—different phases when certain activities or choices make more sense or are more feasible than in other seasons.

Seeing life through this lens allows you to get the most out of it by being smart and deliberate, recognizing that there are stages—seasons—that come and go, each with a most optimal time and opportunity for certain activities. _____ Resources Mentioned: – Die With Zero (In Die With Zero Perkins presents a framework that encourages living a life rich in experiences, using money as a tool to create memories and joy rather than a goal in itself. The core takeaway is that life is finite, and you should intentionally spend your time and money in ways that maximize happiness, fulfillment, and the ability to die with no regrets—and ideally with zero money left unused.) _____ 📚The IPS Academy📚 If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast. Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to https://theipsproject.com/academy. Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at https://theipsproject.com/academy.

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1 year ago
8 minutes 9 seconds

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health
Derek Sivers on Embracing 'Weird' as a Compliment and Challenging Conventional Beliefs

When asked who the most interesting man alive is, I’d say Derek Sivers. He’s an entrepreneur, writer, and former musician who founded CD Baby, sold it for $22 million, and donated the proceeds to musician education. He has authored five impactful books, given several TED Talks, and lived in various countries, embracing diverse cultures. In this wide-ranging interview, we’ll discuss embracing your weirdness, challenging beliefs, confronting death, and more. Plus, as a fun bonus at the end, Derek even asked me to take my shirt off.

To connect with Derek Sivers and find the resources mentioned, check out the show notes: https://theipsproject.com/2024/09/derek-sivers/

_______ 📚The IPS Academy📚 If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast.

Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to https://theipsproject.com/academy.

Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at https://theipsproject.com/academy. ______ About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project): The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: https://theipsproject.com/

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1 year ago
1 hour 26 minutes 45 seconds

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health
8 Things You Can Do to Improve Your Mental Health Today

In evolutionary psychology, there's often discussion about the mismatch between our modern environment and the way our brains evolved to function. While our lives have transformed dramatically in recent years, our brains haven't kept pace with these changes. 

This disconnection is particularly striking given the rise in depression and mental health issues globally.

Even as modern and wealthy countries achieve unprecedented levels of progress, it's curious that depression and mental health issues seem to be on the rise. This paradox has led psychologists, including Dr. Stephen Ilardi, to question its causes. Could it be that our modern lifestyles are misaligned with those of our ancestors?

Based on this mismatch hypothesis, Dr. Ilardi created a 6-step program to naturally treat depression. This program has shown remarkable success, with a 75.3% success rate for those who follow it for 14 weeks. If you're looking to improve your mental health, Dr. Ilardi’s approach offers a promising solution. In this video, you'll learn about Dr. Ilardi’s six steps, as well as two additional strategies that have also proven effective to improve your mental health.

To find all the resources mentioned in this video, check out the show notes: https://theipsproject.com/2024/08/8-things-you-can-do-to-improve-your-mental-health-today/ _____ Timestamps The Mismatch Between Modern-Day Living and Mental Health 00:00 Step 1: Sunlight Exposure 02:17 Step 2: Consuming Omega-3 Fatty Acids 05:53 Step 3: Exercise 08:15 Step 4: Social Interaction 11:39 Step 5: Keeping the Mind Occupied 18:18 Step 6: Creating Healthy Sleeping Habits 21:16 The Depression Cure by Dr. Stephen S. Ilardi 26:50 The Power of Humor in Improving Mental Well-being 27:21 Reducing Alcohol Consumption for Better Mental Health 31:20 Final Words 36:19 _______ 📚The IPS Academy📚 If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this episode, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast. Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to https://theipsproject.com/academy. Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at https://theipsproject.com/academy.

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1 year ago
38 minutes 38 seconds

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health
How to Sleep Better at Night Naturally with Dr. Michael Breus, the Sleep Doctor

Sleep is something we all need, whether we like it or not. Almost everyone has questions about sleep and wants to improve it. As we know, not sleeping well for even one night affects us the next day.

Many have experienced poor sleep for weeks, months, or years, leading to emotional and physical issues. Yet, people are sleeping worse than ever, with problems like sleep apnea and insomnia on the rise (Dr. Breus discusses these in our interview).

Modern life, with its constant noise from cities, cars, planes, and early/late work hours, has worsened sleep quality globally.

An episode on how to sleep better at night naturally is long overdue. I reached out to Dr. Michael Breus, the sleep doctor, to educate us and provide tips on better sleep. Show notes for this episode with all the resources mentioned can be found here: https://theipsproject.com/2024/07/how-to-sleep-better-at-night-naturally-with-dr-michael-breus/ _______ 📚The IPS Academy📚 If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast. Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to https://theipsproject.com/academy. Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at https://theipsproject.com/academy. _______ 🕒Timestamps🕒

- Intro 00:00 

- Why Dr. Breus became a clinical psychologist and a sleep expert 2:57

- The Questions: Overrated/Underrated 8:18

- The use of mouth tape and if it works or not 9:10

- Sleeping in the same bed, overrated or underrated? 10:53

- A white noise machine, overrated or underrated? 14:30

- Morning people, overrated or underrated? 17:41

- The IPS Academy 24:33

- Sleep disorders, overrated or underrated? 25:37

- How to solve insomnia and sleep apnea 31:25

- What Dr. Breus feels is overrated about sleep 34:20

- What Dr. Breus feels is underrated about sleep 41:21

- Exciting advancements in sleep technology 43:54

- Connect with Dr. Breus 46:43

- The final question  47:37

- Outro 48:24

- The IPS Academy 50:03 ______ About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project): The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: https://theipsproject.com/

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1 year ago
51 minutes 3 seconds

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health
What to Say to a Suicidal Person | Lessons from a Crisis Support Worker

As someone who once struggled with suicidal thoughts, I understand the importance of raising awareness for suicide prevention.

Every year, 703,000 people take their own lives, and this staggering number highlights the urgent need for education on how to support those in crisis. In this interview on the Inner Path Seekers podcast, Rebecca Hooke, a crisis support worker at Lifeline Australia, offers practical advice and valuable strategies for having conversations with someone who might be suicidal.

By learning what to say, we can make a difference and help reduce these heartbreaking statistics. If you are here to learn more about this topic and how to be there for someone, thank you for doing so—truly.

Show notes for this episode with all the resources mentioned can be found here: https://theipsproject.com/2024/06/what-to-say-to-a-suicidal-person-lessons-from-a-crisis-support-worker/

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The IPS Academy

If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this interview, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests here on The IPS Podcast.

Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses.  Simply go to ⁠⁠TheIPSProject.com/academy.⁠⁠

What is also interesting to note is that all the courses are quite affordable, as we at The IPS Project do not want money to stand in the way of bettering one's life.

Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course.

Again, check them out at ⁠⁠TheIPSProject.com/academy⁠⁠. _______ 🕒Timestamps🕒

I am working on them! :)

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1 year ago
1 hour 32 minutes

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health
Humor as Healing: Boost Your Health, Happiness, and Career | Andrew Tarvin

🎙️Join us in this episode of The IPS Podcast for an enlightening conversation on an often-overlooked yet incredibly powerful tool for improving both our physical and mental well-being: humor!

In this episode, we sit down with stand-up comedian and the world's first humor engineer, Andrew Tarvin, to explore how injecting humor into our lives can lead to happier, healthier, and more successful outcomes.

Show notes for this episode with all the resources mentioned can be found here: https://theipsproject.com/2024/04/how-to-laugh-your-way-to-health-and-success-with-andrew-tarvin/

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📚The IPS Academy📚

If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast.

Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to https://theipsproject.com/academy.Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course.Again, check them out at https://theipsproject.com/academy.

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🕒Timestamps🕒

Intro 00:00 - 02:31The Meaning of Humor: Andrew’s Perspective 02:32 - 07:31Humor is a Skill Anyone Can Learn 07:32 - 11:19The Origin Story of Humor That Works 11:20 - 15:05The (Health) Benefits of Humor 15:06 - 24:06An Exercise in Improv: Listen, Laugh and Connect 24:07 - 36:37Support The IPS Podcast 36:38 - 37:50The 7 Humor Personas 37:51 - 46:50Simple Exercises for More Humor in Everyday Life 46:51 - 57:18Practical Tips for Incorporating Humor 57:19 - 1:01:31Outro 1:01:32 - 1:05:33

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About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project):

The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: https://theipsproject.com/.

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How to Have a Great Sex Life | Sex Educator and Coach Ruth Ramsay (Bonus Episode)

It was an absolute delight to have had renowned sex educator and coach, Ruth Ramsay on the IPS podcast in Episode 037, titled 'Improve Your Sex Life with Sex Educator and Coach Ruth Ramsay.' Now, it's our pleasure to welcome her back for this bonus episode, which is, once again, a treasure trove of resources and practical takeaways to improve your sex life starting today. Show notes for this episode with all the resources mentioned can be found here: https://theipsproject.com/2024/03/how-to-have-a-great-sex-life/ _______ 📚The IPS Academy📚 If you feel that you’ve gained some insights and lessons from this video, and you are curious to see what else we offer at The IPS Project, check out The IPS Academy, where we offer online courses taught by guests on The IPS Podcast. Learn more about essential life topics, such as mental health, relationships, the mind, and the body and the brain, through fun and interactive courses. Simply go to https://theipsproject.com/academy. Each course has a few lessons to try for free, so you get a taste of what the course is like. We have countless reviews from other students so you can see what others think, and there is a 30-day money-back guarantee if you end up not liking the course. Again, check them out at https://theipsproject.com/academy. _______ 🕒Timestamps🕒 - Intro 00:00 - 02:44 - Is there anything that people who are listening should know about actively working on their sex life and what this does for other areas of their life that they might not realize right now? 02:45 - 08:17 - What are some great ways to prevent sex from getting boring that many listeners might not have explored? In the first years of your relationship, it isn’t too hard, but after 10, 20, 30, … years, it becomes a lot more difficult to keep things exciting. 08:18 - 16:43 - How do you navigate a relationship where one partner would have very different desires from the other partner? 16:44 - 23:27 - What would be a great piece of advice or exercise for non-binary or transgender people who are listening right now? 23:28 - 26:59 - The IPS Academy 28:15 - 38:00 - What is something that most men feel ashamed or very insecure about surrounding sex, their bodies, and/or the emotional and physical skills they need for intimacy? 28:15 - 38:00 - What is something most women feel ashamed or very insecure about surrounding sex, their bodies, and/or the emotional and physical skills they need for intimacy? 38:01 - 49:48 - Outro 49:49 - 51:26 - The IPS Academy 51:27 - 52:53 _______ About The Inner Path Seekers Project (The IPS Project): The IPS Project is an educational platform on life. Here, you can find knowledge about life topics such as mental health, relationships, the workings of the mind, the body & brain, etc.—topics we learn little to nothing about growing up. Learn more about these topics through countless practical articles, animated videos, a book library, online courses, events, a podcast, and more. Start your journey today: https://theipsproject.com/.

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1 year ago
52 minutes 53 seconds

Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental health
For those who feel ready to embark on their mental health journey: welcome to Inner Path Seekers, your go-to mental health support platform. We all know working on yourself can be scary, but you don't have to do it alone. On this podcast, hosted by Jellis Vaes—an aspiring clinical psychologist who once battled severe emotional issues—you'll gain valuable insights from experts in psychology, neuroscience, relationships, and folks like you and me.