In this episode of Hart2Heart with host Dr. Mike Hart, Dr. Hart sits down with guest Jen Thompson, a social worker. Together, they discuss Jen’s journey from being a traditional therapist to adopting the 'Sovereign Therapist' approach, focusing on independence and self-liberation. They also discuss scarcity vs. abundance mindsets, mental resilience, physical health, and much more!
Show Notes:
[0:00] Welcome back to the Hart2Heart Podcast with Dr. Mike Hart. Dr. Hart welcomes guest, Jen Thompson to the listeners
[1:05] Question: Why did you make the change to become a sovereign therapist?
[3:45] Benefits of sauna and cold plunge therapy
[5:00] Building resilience through physical challenges
[11:45] Question: What is your routine for using both the sauna and the cold plunge?
[15:00] Scarcity and abundance mindsets
[18:15] “Whenever you catch yourself speaking as the victim to your circumstances, you are the only one holding yourself there. I mean, jealousy is a great emotion because it teaches us where we're lacking in our own life.”
[23:40] The limitations of medication in treating depression
[25:10] The importance of addressing the root causes of mental health issues
[42:00] Embracing change and facing fears
[46:00] Dare: The New Way to End Anxiety and Stop Panic Attacks
[51:00] “Any movement that pushes somebody else to feel a certain way or think a certain way, forcing other people to abide by your beliefs is bullying.”
[54:45] Listeners can find Jen Thompson on her IG @thesovereigntherapist and her podcast The Black Sheep Podcast
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Dr. Mike Hart is a Cannabis Physician and Lifestyle Strategist. In April 2014, Dr. Hart became the first physician in London, Ontario to open a cannabis clinic. While Dr. Hart continues to treat patients at his clinic, his primary focus has shifted to correcting the medical cannabis educational gap which exists in the medical community.
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