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Always EvolvingReframing Negative Self-Talk with Shirvin LeeJoin Dr. Liz and Shirvin Lee, Registered Clinical Counselor, as they explore the art of reframing negative self-talk into neutral or positive statements. From identifying ingrained patterns to implementing conscious shifts in mindset, they delve into practical strategies for cultivating self-compassion and embracing a more empowering inner dialogue. Discover how small changes in self-perception can lead to profound shifts in overall well-being.
Connect with Shirvin Lee: https://shirvin.ca/
Shirvin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapywithshirvin/
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2024-05-1611 min
Fundamentally Human#52: How to Create a Supportive Environment Around You with Jamie BowerAs we get older, we lose opportunities to connect with others the way we did while we were in school. We no longer get to see the same people daily and consistently. We don't have the chance to really get to know them.
Jamie and I talk about how you can build a supportive environment around you and that starts with connecting with your friends.
Learn more about what Jamie is up to here: https://enabledyou.io/
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2023-08-0739 min
Fundamentally Human#51: How Our Brain Health Impacts Our Mental Health feat. Farah QureshiOur brain health plays a significant role in our mental health and it's not always obvious from the outside looking in. The brain, or the center of our thoughts, controls our emotions, thoughts, and behaviours. When we consider lifestyle factors like stress, diet, sleep, and our social relationships, all of that combined can impact our mental health as well.
Connect with Farah here: https://www.instagram.com/farahneuroscience/
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2023-07-2431 min
Fundamentally Human#50: How Trauma Impacts Our Brain feat. Dr. Jenny KingTrauma can impact us in ways that might surprise us. Physically, our bodies might have gone through an experience that caused us pain or an injury. Psychologically, we may have been exposed to toxic or harmful behaviour that has impacted us negatively.
An approach that many therapists take is the biopsychosocial approach, which refers to how someone’s biological, psychological, and social factors have contributed to who they are as a person.
To better understand the biological component, I’ve enlisted the help of Dr. Jenny King, to explain to u...
2023-07-1035 min
Fundamentally Human#49: Stop Letting Motivation Dictate Your Life with Kamini WoodHow many times have you said that you're "not motivated" and it's led you to sit back and not get anything done? It's something that we've all experienced throughout our lives and we eventually let it become an excuse. Kamini and I explore why we let motivation be the catalyst for us to get things done and how we can change this mindset to allow for growth instead.
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2023-06-1927 min
Fundamentally Human#48: Why Eating Healthy is Hard with Chanel HuynhI often hear “I don’t have the motivation to do it” or “I know I have to do it but I don’t want to.” This comes up with exercise, food, cleaning, and most of the day-to-day things that we need to do. We generally have an idea of what healthy eating is but the hard part is HOW we can do it.
I’ve enlisted the help of Chanel Huynh, a health elevation coach and holistic nutritionist, to help us fill in some of the blanks on why we have a hard time eating healthy and what we can...
2023-06-0645 min
Fundamentally HumanHow We've Changed In Our 20s with Cassandre QuanThe theme of this episode is GROWTH. As I'm in the last year and a half of my 20s, I think back to the past (almost) decade and see how I've changed as a person. For me, learning from others' experiences is one of the best ways to learn in general. Sure, I can easily Google tips and lists of ways I can improve my quality of life or read self-help books, but it's not the same as going through someone's journey and being able to go through those ups and downs. For today's sit-down chitchat, I'm joined by...
2023-05-221h 04
Fundamentally Human5-Minute Meditation to Start Your DayHi everyone, I wanted to try something different for this week's release. It's easy for us to feel rushed in our busy days but taking a moment to set ourselves up with an intention can be empowering. Join me in the next five minutes to help get your day started.
The wonderful music is from Chewie Melodies, you can check him out here: https://chewiemelodies.carrd.co/
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2023-05-0805 min
Fundamentally Human#46: The Other Side of Divorce: How It Was the Better Choice with Cody PackerDivorce and breakups can be messy, tricky, and painful to navigate, especially when you factor in the negative stigma, shame, and guilt, that accompanies the end of a relationship. I reached out to Cody to chat about his experiences with divorce and how it was his greatest gift. Divorce allowed him to dive deep and reflect on what it means to communicate in a healthy way with his partner.
Connect with Cody:
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2023-04-2451 min
Fundamentally Human#45: Female Rivalry Behaviours with Dr. Amber TichenorRivalry, or competing for the same objective or superiority in the same field, happens at all ages and in different circumstances. It's also a response to something else we're experiencing. Maybe we're envious of someone's success or we're projecting the weight of the pressure we're feeling from high standards and expectations. In today's episode, Dr. Amber Tichenor and I explore female rivalry behaviours and ways we can empower each other instead.
I also realized that I struggle with saying "rivalry" - sea anemone, anyone?
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2023-04-1035 min
Fundamentally Human#44: Let's Talk About Pronouns with Carmelle JaeggleIf you were to ask me about the most common theme that comes up in therapy, the answer is identity. No matter what challenge you’re facing or what you’re working towards, your identity is constantly evolving and changing through each experience. A large part of our identities revolves around gender and sexuality and a big reason is that we can’t necessarily fight against the biology of our bodies - we are each born in a certain way and from there, each of our paths looks wildly different. Carmelle and I dive into how we learned about gender...
2023-03-2732 min
Fundamentally Human#43: My First TriathlonWe're changing things up in this episode - instead of talking about a specific mental health topic, I'm sharing my rollercoaster experience of my first triathlon. It was one of the hardest conditions I've ever done a race in - it was freezing rain, snowing briefly, windy, and low temperatures.
The day didn't end the way I intended but I learned a lot about being gentle with myself and prioritizing my health first.
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2023-03-1321 min
Fundamentally Human#42: How Childhood Has Influenced Your Choices with Nicolette Bidlingmeyer“The functional capabilities of the mature brain develop throughout life, but the vast majority of critical structural and functional organization takes place in childhood.” - Dr. Bruce Perry (specialist in childhood trauma, co-author of What Happened to You)
So, what can we do about this? Although we're no longer children, it doesn't mean that you can’t reflect on your experiences growing up and shape how you want your present and future to look. In today's episode, Nicolette and I talk about Maslow's hierarchy of needs, go through example clients, touch on attachment theory, and how our childh...
2023-02-2746 min
Fundamentally Human#41: What's Different About Coaching and Therapy? with David GreenwaltGetting support isn't as simple as contacting a practitioner or friend. Sometimes it can feel like a burden, other times it can feel overwhelming to look up what services you can access. In today's episode, David and I talk about the differences between coaching and therapy and we go through a sample client to help paint the picture better.
Find David and Leanness Lifestyle University here: https://lluniversity.com/
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2023-02-1350 min
Fundamentally Human#40: How Mental Health Stigma Affects Men with Chris CampassiStigma plays a significant role in creating barriers to talking about and caring for mental health. While I have a number of episodes that talk about how culture can impact how we think about mental health, I’m switching gears to talk about men’s mental health. Today, I'm joined by Chris Campassi, a therapist based in Colorado, to explore the stigma of mental health support and vulnerability for men. Please see below for some statistics about mental health challenges that men face:
Mental Health America reports 6 million men are affected by depression in the United States every year...
2022-12-261h 00
Fundamentally Human#39: How to Spot and Manage Burnout with Shannon HeersBurnout, or the state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion, is typically caused by excessive or prolonged stress. This could look like juggling numerous tasks at work without adequate support, caring for family and friends outside of your threshold and capacity, or having social commitments without allowing yourself to rest and recharge. I'm joined by fellow clinician, Shannon Heers, to explore how you can spot burnout, and the steps you can take to manage it effectively.
Find Shannon's clinic in Colorado here: https://www.catalysscounseling.com/
Firelight Supervision for clinical supervision: https://firelightsupervision.com/
2022-12-1234 min
Fundamentally Human#38: I Am Exhausted of Taking Care of PeopleHi everyone, this episode is going to sound a little different from my usual ones. I wanted to share more about my personal life and the struggles I face as a caregiver both professionally and personally. I thought it was important to be transparent, or at least show, that I go through my own set of challenges and just because I work in mental health, it doesn't mean I don't have moments where I lose my marbles either. In this episode, I talk about some struggles and how my I work through them.
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2022-11-2826 min
Fundamentally Human#37: Where Is My Syllabus For Life? with Dr. Tara SandersonOften, transitions can leave us feeling unsettled and sometimes lost. I notice this beginning to happen with clients in their 20s and this feeling of being lost comes and goes for the rest of our lives. Transitions, no matter how big or small, can change our routines and leave us feeling unsettled. This is normal.
Today, I’m joined by Dr. Tara Sanderson, to explore the topic of having a syllabus for our lives and how we can work on managing the anxiety that comes with transitions.
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2022-11-1543 minFundamentally HumanTaking a break!Hi everyone! I'm so incredibly grateful for everyone who has stopped by and listened to Fundamentally Human. I'm going to be taking a 1-2 month break from the podcast after being up for the past year and a half. I'll be back in the fall with new episodes and guests. If you have any questions or would like to chat further, please feel free to reach out.
See you all soon!
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2022-09-1303 min
Fundamentally Human#36: Exploring Guilt and Regret in Grief with Cordelia MejinIn this episode, Cordelia Mejin, a counsellor, helps me explore the difference between guilt and regret in the context of grief.
In the face of grief, a number of emotions can come up. Being able to identify if you're feeling guilt or regret is essential because we often mistake regret for guilt, which can be much heavier to take on. When we're feeling guilty, we think that we've done something wrong, and how we talk to ourselves changes accordingly. Whereas, on the other hand, regret is a feeling of sadness or disappointment over an event, and not n...
2022-08-2944 min
Fundamentally Human#35: Accepting the Different with Daniel ZhangEveryone is different - this is no doubt about that. Whether it's the way we look, the environment we grew up in, the messages we've been told, and the people we meet along the way, we're all impacted by what we see and hear. In this episode, Daniel explains "Why is Grandma so Weird?" (which is also his newly written book) through a cultural lens and what his journey from China to Switzerland and then to Canada looked like.
Check out his Kickstarter here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/danielzhangcad/why-is-grandma-so-weird
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2022-08-1527 min
Fundamentally Human#34: Living a Meaningful and Fulfilling Life with Paul SinghA theme that I’ve heard frequently in a number of my sessions with my clients is that they’re feeling like they’re going on autopilot, like they’re watching from the outside in, that they’re bored, and that they don’t know what they’re doing with their lives. When they ask me what they should do when they’re in a rut, the word fulfillment often comes up. In today’s episode, I enlisted the help of Paul Singh to talk about the key to living a meaningful life.
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2022-08-0143 min
Fundamentally Human#33: Finding Our Identities with Kristy Yee & Angie Yu (Shit We Don't Tell Mom)Throughout our 20s, we go through a number of transitions, whether it's attending post-secondary, finding a job, getting married, or experiencing loss...we find ourselves through each change. I'm joined by Kristy and Angie, the co-hosts of the Shit We Don't Tell Mom podcast, about how we've been forming our identities.
Find Kristy and Angie here: https://www.shitwedonttellmom.com/ | @shitwedonttellmom
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2022-07-1851 min
Shit We Don't Tell Mom46. Unlearning Internalized Sexism in Your Family and Learning Self-Validation ft. Shirvin Lee**Content Warning: Death, Depression, Suicide**We are joined by psychotherapist Shirvin Lee who gets vulnerable and shares her childhood traumas of facing sexism and insurmountable pressures from her family. We also learn how to process and understand emotions better.“Happiness is not the baseline.” - ShirvinResources/MentionsDopamine Nation (Book)Why Are Emotions So Important? And How to Address Them (Article)Dialectical Behavior Therapy - Self Validation (Article)Find Shirvin:Fundamentally Human by Shirvin Lee (Podcast)@therapywithshirvin (Instagram) ---- The best w...
2022-07-1749 min
Fundamentally Human#32: How Double Standards Look For Different People with Shane RogersA double standard is “a rule or principle which is unfairly applied in different ways to different people or groups.” Oftentimes, double standards are applied subconsciously and most people aren’t aware that they are doing this. Cognitive biases and confirmation biases can play a role in forming double standards. I'm joined with Shane Rogers, the co-host of Midnight Facts for Insomniacs, to share our differing perspectives and "what ifs."
Midnight Facts for Insomniacs | Follow their Instagram @midnightfactsforinsomniacs
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2022-06-2047 min
Fundamentally Human#31: How to Reframe Difficult SituationsReframing is a way for us to broaden our perspectives, consider an alternative, and extend compassion to others and ourselves. It can be challenging to do at the moment but with practice, it gets easier - even if it's in hindsight. In this episode, I take you through three steps to reframing a situation.
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2022-06-0613 min
Fundamentally Human#30: What To Do When You Don't Wanna Do Anything"I don't wanna do anything" comes up from time to time. I don't want to go to the gym, eat healthily, read my book, do my work...I don't want to do anything. I had a break from releasing an episode because I was going through this. I was feeling fatigued, uninspired, unmotivated, and unwilling to do work. This episode gives you some insight into how I work through these ebbs and flows to get back on track and balanced.
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2022-05-2316 min
Fundamentally Human#29: Finished My Master's Degree!I have completed my graduate degree!!! After two years of writing papers, having awkward mock therapy sessions, and then transitioning into actually providing therapy for the past eight months, I'm so excited to be done with school (for now). In this episode, I look back at my reflections after my first semester of school in April 2021. I thought it would be interesting to reflect on those reflections (haha) and see what has changed over the course of two years.
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2022-04-2526 min
Fundamentally Human#28: Is Therapy Worth It? with ElaineMokkIt's fair to be skeptical about something you haven't tried before or something that you don't see results or changes right away. In this episode, Elaine and I share our different perspectives about therapy and we hope to help you decide if it's something that you see as worth it or something you'd like to try.
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2022-04-1154 min
Fundamentally Human#27: Trials of a New Dad with Kenald YuBeing a new dad (or parent) is already hard enough but when you mix in a pandemic, looking for work, generational gaps, and countless other challenges, it makes it so much harder. Kenald shares about what it's been like to be a new dad and how his son has taught him the importance of play, communication, and most importantly, taking care of yourself.
Check out Kenald here:
https://www.riseabovefinance.com/kenald-yu | http://YouTube.com/kenu25 | @teleioswealth | @youngdadfinance
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2022-03-2852 min
Fundamentally Human#26: Overcoming Taboos with Disabilities with Jason HsiehOne of my goals with Fundamentally Human is to break down barriers to receive support as well as provide more context for mental health challenges to reduce the negative stigma as much as possible. Jason Hsieh of Lakikid shares his personal experiences with ADHD and bipolar disorder and how he navigates parenthood with a son on the spectrum.
Check out Jason here:
https://lakikid.com/ | https://sensorydeal.com/ | https://sensoryinclusiveclassroom.org/
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2022-03-1448 min
Fundamentally Human#25: Parasocial Relationships with YoojinHave you ever had a fantasy about someone you don't know? Maybe you felt connected to a vlogger, streamer, or celebrity. Repeated exposure to media and online figures can develop into a parasocial relationship, where one can develop illusions of friendship, closeness, and even intimacy. As a full-time streamer, Yoojin has had experiences with parasocial relationships within her community. She shares raw insight on how this has impacted her and how community members can support her and other online personalities.
Check out Yoojin here: https://www.twitch.tv/yoojin/ | https://linktr.ee/yoojpls
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2022-02-2858 min
Fundamentally Human#24: Driving After 9 Years & Exposure TherapyIf you told me that I would be driving again (and owning a car) nine years ago, I would be laughing in disbelief. But...here we are! This episode documents some of the thoughts and feelings after driving again and how I've been doing my own version of self-imposed exposure therapy. It's a monumental moment in my life to be behind a wheel and I'm glad I can share this with you all!
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2022-02-1415 min
Fundamentally Human#23: What Does "Normal" Mean?Many of us have probably heard the term "new normal" being used in the last couple of years to describe how the pandemic has shifted our lives. It has changed our expectations and understanding of the world as well as our routines and structure, inadvertently adding even more uncertainties. I explore what "normal" means in this episode to help ground you and develop your empathy muscles even more. Let's put them into practice!
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2022-01-3115 min
Fundamentally Human#22: Generational Gaps with Hollie HaGrowing up first-generation Chinese-Canadian was quite confusing for my younger self. Between the strict traditions my parents upheld and navigating the Western world, I was constantly conflicted with my identity. As I got older, I became more aware of what happened to my parents when they were younger and the lessons they learned to shape who they are today. Hollie Ha and I explore these generational gaps in this episode.
Check out Hollie here: https://holdingheritage.com/
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2022-01-1751 min
Fundamentally Human#21: Reflections of My First Months as a Psychotherapist InternMy first four months as a psychotherapist intern are almost over and this episode explores the common themes I've heard from clients and a reflection of my work.
Check out the blog here: https://shirvin.ca/blog/reflections_first_months_psychotherapist/
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2021-12-2023 min
Fundamentally Human#20: Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Have you noticed how the fall and wintertime have impacted your mood? Perhaps you've felt dread waking up to darkness to go to work or school and knowing that you'll be leaving for home in the dark, too. In this episode, I explain the psychological and biological behind-the-scenes of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and explore strategies on what you could do to move through the darker months.
Check out the blog here: https://shirvin.ca/blog/seasonal_affective_disorder/
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2021-12-0613 min
Fundamentally Human#19: Staying Balanced and MindfulWhen we think about staying balanced, we might picture a balance beam and trying to stand on our tiptoes but always live in the constant fear of falling or toppling over. In this episode, I share about what I've been up to and how I've been trying to stay balanced through self-regulation, mindfulness, being disciplined, setting boundaries, and listening to your body and mind.
Check out the blog here: https://shirvin.ca/blog/staying_balanced/
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2021-11-2219 min
Fundamentally Human#18: Life After an Accident with Ovey YeungTrauma affects everyone in a different way and often has long-lasting effects that can be visible and invisible. Ovey extends her bravery in this episode by sharing her experience after a car accident and what it means to recover.
Ovey's TEDTalk on embracing the unknown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=puEJGMeQ6EA
Ovey's webinar with Brain Injury Canada: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6qhH5IHbAU
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2021-11-0859 min
Fundamentally Human#17: What the Endless Pursuit of Perfection Does to YouPerfectionism is defined as the need to be or appear to be perfect or even to believe that it’s possible to achieve perfection. It’s usually considered or viewed as a positive trait instead of a flaw. Endlessly and tirelessly striving for perfection can be damaging and self-stabotaging. I explore my own journey with perfectionism and how my OCD and anxiety play a role in this.
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2021-10-1123 min
Fundamentally Human#16: Barriers to Mental Health Treatment for Asian Communities with Mari del CasalFor many Asian communities and households, mental health was on the bottom of the priority list and is usually surrounded by negative stigma and a sign of weakness. Mari lends his knowledge as a Master of Public Health candidate and we explore our own experiences with how mental health looked like in our families.
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2021-09-2741 min
Fundamentally Human#15: Know Your Why with KoDoRiNHow many times have you asked yourself, "Why am I doing this?" KoDoRiN, one of the world's top Marth Melee players, explores his why, how he measures and evaluates his growth, and how he overcomes challenges that comes with performing at high levels.
Follow KoDoRiN here: https://twitter.com/KoDoRiNSSB
Read the blog here: https://shirvin.ca/blog/know_your_why/
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2021-09-1345 min
Fundamentally Human#14: Understanding Suicide with Joanne YiuTrigger warning: This topic may be difficult, intense, and triggering for some individuals. If you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, I encourage you to reach out to your support system or call a crisis line. Please do what is comfortable and safe for you.
Joanne and I explore her journey with suicide and how it has shaped her into the person today, four years later. She shares her new insights, what support and recovery have looked like for her, and some misconceptions about suicide.
Crisis Line in the US: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
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2021-08-3052 min
Fundamentally Human#13: Bipolar Disorder with JuliaMood spectrums, mania, clinical episodes, and depression...these are some of the symptoms of bipolar disorder that Julia explores with us during this episode. She shares an experience of a friend with bipolar disorder and combines her own expertise to teach us the different symptoms and treatment options available.
Read the blog here: https://shirvin.ca/blog/bipolar_disorder/
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2021-08-1639 min
Fundamentally Human#12: Working with Schizophrenic Individuals with Newvick LeeSchizophrenia is a complex mental disorder that impacts how individuals feel, think, and behave. They might even feel like they are losing touch with reality. Newvick Lee provides insight from his experiences as a pharmacist working with schizophrenic patients.
Read the blog here: https://shirvin.ca/blog/schziophrenia/
Check out Newvick's Google Chrome extension here: https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/wittwise-extension/obcglfbhofmeckndpnkonijbngfkcldp
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2021-08-0221 min
Fundamentally Human#11: Living with ADHD with Megan Fass & David KuangADHD, or Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, is a lifelong neurological disorder that impacts how individuals focus and control their behaviours. Megan Fass and David Kuang speak about their journey with ADHD, treatment options, and how you can accommodate or support individuals with ADHD.
While David is not on social media, Megan can be found on Twitter @fass_sea
Read the blog here: https://shirvin.ca/blog/living_with_adhd/
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2021-07-1953 min
Fundamentally Human#10: Anxiety and Depression with Ashley GreensmythAnxiety and depression have become more prevalent through the past decade with the increase of social media use and the constant pressure to compare ourselves with others. Ashley Greensmyth, RCC and I dive deep into the different types of anxiety and depression and provide tangible resources you could tap into or share with others.
Learn more about Ashley here: https://ashleygreensmyth.com/
Read the blog here: https://shirvin.ca/blog/anxiety_depression/
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2021-07-0539 min
Fundamentally Human#9: Addictions and Substance Use with Mike PondMike Pond, RPN, MSW, and I discuss his lived experience and battle with alcohol use disorder and how it uprooted his life. His story is inspiring, empowering, and provides new perspectives and insights on how we can break the negative stigma surrounding substance use and how to support others.
Learn more about Mike here: https://michaelpond.ca/
Read the blog here: https://shirvin.ca/blog/addictions_susbtance_use/
shirvin.ca | @helloshirvin
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2021-06-211h 03
Fundamentally Human#8: Building Resilience with Enoch WengResilience is about coping with situations, becoming tougher, and being self-aware to bounce back. It's an elastic band that sometimes gets stretched thin and might be in danger of snapping. It's also something that can get stronger as you actively build it by practicing healthy coping strategies, having a supportive network, and tapping into what your needs are. Enoch and I explore how resilience looks like for him and how he and his family overcome the hardships that are relentlessly thrown their way.
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2021-06-0746 min
Fundamentally Human#7: Debunking Misconceptions About Therapy with Cam WharramWhat is therapy? When should someone go to therapy? What's the difference between a therapist, counsellor, and psychologist? Cam Wharram, a Registered Clinical Counsellor, and I dig through some of the most common questions we get about therapy. If you or someone you know might be interested in having some therapy sessions but have some questions or uncertainty surrounding it, we hope to address some of that during this episode.
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2021-05-2444 min
Fundamentally Human#6: Imposter Syndrome with ElaineMokkHow many times have you said "I'm not good enough" to yourself? We often downplay our abilities and competency and fill our minds with self-doubt and thoughts of being a fraud instead. In this episode, ElaineMokk shares about her YouTube journey and how she navigates imposter syndrome. You can find her through YouTube (ElaineMokk).
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2021-05-1040 min
Fundamentally Human#5: Navigating Online Hate with kireiautumnWith the online space becoming more commonly used, it's no surprise that there has been a rise in toxicity and hate. Jean Yoon shares her experiences as a previous full-time Twitch streamer, how she grew her following, and what she is up to now. You can find Jean on Etsy (KireiCraftsCo) and Twitch (kireiautumn).
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2021-04-2655 min
Fundamentally Human#4: Reframing Negative Automatic Thoughts with Jennifer LeeDo you remember the last time you consciously said something positive to yourself? When you're lying in your bed at night, you're often swimming in negative and critical thoughts compared to positive or neutral ones. Jennifer Lee (RCC, CCC) and I explore negative automatic thoughts and how you can use cognitive reframing to actively work on changing them.
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2021-04-1244 min
Fundamentally Human#3: Work-Life Integration with Abby MaWith a billion things on our plates, it can be hard to navigate through all the to-dos. Abby Ma (CPA, CA, CFA) and I explore work-life integration, what it's like holding a senior leadership role as a female Asian, being a new mom, and what has helped her stay grounded during challenging times. We also cover avoidance coping and strategies for being productive.
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2021-03-2958 min
Fundamentally Human#2: Being Kind to Yourself with Self-CompassionWhen a friend reaches out to you about a problem they're facing or if they're having a bad day, it's likely you'll comfort and support them. On the flip side, when it comes to ourselves, we're often harsh and judgemental. Why is it that we can be kind to our friends but critical of ourselves? In this episode, we'll be exploring the different types of self-care and how you can integrate self-compassion on a daily basis.
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2021-03-1521 min
Fundamentally Human#1: Shifting Resolutions to IntentionsNew Year's Resolutions are often derived from the basis of self-worth and are defined as decisions to do something or to not do something. This can be motivating at first, but it quickly turns into feelings of failure and negativity. By setting intentions, practicing gratitude, and implementing S.M.A.R.T. goals, they empower you to be mindful and to listen to your body and mind. For visual learners or those who would like extra resources, check out my associated blog post here.
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2021-03-0123 minFundamentally HumanWelcome to Fundamentally HumanWelcome to Fundamentally Human, a podcast about mental health topics unpacked in an easy-to-understand way. My name is Shirvin Lee and I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor based in Vancouver, Canada. I started this podcast as a way to document all of my learning from my graduate degree and now, as a counsellor. We hear about anxiety, depression, and goal setting but what do these things actually mean? From topics like introspection to mental health disorders, we'll be exploring and examining them through a biological, psychological, and social perspective. I hope that you gain some valuable insight, learn healthy co...
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