Science-Backed Ways to Feel Better (Without Pretending You're Fine!) Alex Korb Ph.D.

Science-Backed Ways to Feel Better (Without Pretending You're Fine!) Alex Korb Ph.D. In this podcast, neuroscientist Dr. Alex Korb discusses the neuroscience behind depression, emphasizing that it's a pattern of brain activity rather than a personal flaw. He highlights how understanding this can lead to compassionate self-awareness and using small, positive changes to create an upward spiral in mood and behavior. The conversation also covers how high standards and emotions can contribute to stress, and the importance of focusing on manageable actions for personal growth. 00:00 Understanding depression through the lens of neuroscience 05:51 Why the brain gets stuck in patterns 11:45 The brain's role in anxiety 17:33 Self criticism and self compassion 23:24 Emotional awareness and control 29:15 Small steps to change brain chemistry 35:06 The upward spiral 40:55 Strategies for improving mental well-being Follow Alex Korb PhD:   / alexkorbphd   The Mental Clarity Blueprint: https://alexkorbphd.click/blueprint-1 The Upward Spiral Book: https://amzn.to/3FYdSsB Move Daily Membership: https://movedailyca.mykajabi.com/offe... FOLLOW ALONG! Follow on Instagram:   / movedailyfitness   Follow on Facebook:   / movedailyfitness   Follow on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/tracysteen/ Indemnity** All information provided by Move Daily Fitness and Tracy Steen is of a general nature and is furnished for educational/entertainment purposes only. No information is to be taken as medical or other health advice pertaining to any individual's specific health conditions. Move Daily is not engaged in rendering any medical services. Move Daily makes no guarantee regarding the accuracy, timeliness or relevance of any text, video or audio content. Any content provided is not a diagnosis, treatment plan or recommendation for a particular course of action regarding your health and it is not intended to provide specific medical advice. Do not delay in seeking the advice and diagnosis of a medical professional because of anything you may have read or interpreted from Move Daily Fitness content. Consult your health care professional before participating in or acting on any recommendations found on Move Daily Fitness. You agree, at your exposure, to indemnify and hold Move Daily Fitness and Tracy Steen harmless from any and all losses, liabilities and injuries, or damages resulting from and all claims, cause of action, suits, proceedings and demands against Move Daily Fitness and Tracy Steen, arising from or related to decisions or recommendations you make using Move Daily Fitness content. You agree that use of this information is at your own risk